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jcll2002

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Alright, as some of you have come to know, I am getting a new rig. While it may seem as easy as picking the components, its really not in my case. I am a 16 year old kid, and my dad said that since my current lappy (inspiron 9300) is bugging out, I can sell it, or take the xps m170 Dell is offering me as an upgrade FO FREE (or i can sell that one too). Another option is to get a computer from monarch and have them build it for me because he likes the warranty. The specs would be opty 165, dfi ultra d, 2gb ocz pc4000, ocz powerstream 520, xtrememusic xfi, 74 gig raptor, 7900gt, ect. I tried to convince him to let me build my own computer but he wouldnt budge. Finally, he gave in and said I could do it during the summer where it wont interfere with school (yeah, I know). I can probably let him let me do it during spring break though. So, this leads me to my question. With all the talk of conroe owning, should i just wait until then, or should I get this socket939 rig from monarch, or should I build this s939 rig during spring break. All is good and dandy if i wait for conroe all together, but would it just be better to get the opty rig and upgrade to quad core when it comes out? Im planning on keeping this rig for a while. So, what do you think i should do?

I was pretty much set on getting the rig from monarch as I have called them a bunch of times and worked it out. It was yesterday that he said I could build my rig during the summer. Now, I think that building it during spring break (2 weeks from now) will be the best option as I will have a "owning rig" for now, and I can just change the mobo, ram, when quad core comes out when I really "need" it. What do you think?

Thanks,
jcll2002

BTW, the rig at monarch is about the same as building it myself, the only difference is a $75 shipping fee (which may be the same as ordering everything seperately) and an $80 2 year warranty.
 
go for it... ull just be like the rest of us... have a kick ass system for about 2 years adn then re build due to lack of performance.. lol... anyways sounds like u got a fairly nice system in mind... have fun :) and as for conroe coming out... well its not out now and its a matter of the question.. do i want a computer now or later???
 
now, of course ;)

You said go for it...whats it? Build it myself during spring break?
 
Have you ever built a computer before? I can say that many first time builders end up causing more problems than they can deal with.

Are you good with delicate parts? You have to have the right force to push in tight connectors/sockets/mem while also not breaking anything, and you have to know the difference between something fitting and something breaking (before it breaks). It's easier said then done but alas, just a little bit of practice can go a long way.

At your age, the temptation to show your pride and do it a little 'better' than it says to can be a big source of problems. If you know how to control yourself I'd say build it for sure. If you have any doubt about your ability, you have a hard decision to make... better order the assembled version.

As for waiting for spring break, I am sure the CPU prices will be lower once the new Intel comes out but it's up to you and your abilities.

If your not confused by now then you don't know the full scope. :D
 
"but would it just be better to get the opty rig and upgrade to quad core when it comes out?"
Socket 939 is not going to have quad cores, if you wanted that kind of future upgradeability, or at least chance at it, you should wait for M2.

With the kind of time frame you specify, I would wait to see what prices conroe is delivered at. Dont take this as me shunning socket 939. I have an X2 myself and love it to death, but you're asking for opinions and giving time frames, and really with what you've said I would wait.

As for building it yourself, I'm guessing you have no prior experience in doing so, and while its fun and a great learning experience, be aware you probably wont have all the answers the first time through. That being said, if you can secure knowledgeable help from a friend who actually knows what he/she is doing and wont charge you, it would be great to build your own.
 
yes, the only experience I have is installing ram ;).

Yeah, I know there wont be quad core on s939. By upgrading, I was referring to just changing the cpu/ram/mobo.

For someone with my experience, how long would it take, and what kind of problems can i run into?
 
jcll2002 said:
yes, the only experience I have is installing ram ;).

Yeah, I know there wont be quad core on s939. By upgrading, I was referring to just changing the cpu/ram/mobo.

For someone with my experience, how long would it take, and what kind of problems can i run into?
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honestly my first build went flawlessly, but that was a LOT of years ago and I had read up tremendously before ever doing anything. It really depends on your general competency. Take heart in the fact that things are a lot easier now than they were back when you had to fight win 3.1, etc. I'm not saying dont do it, I'm just saying dont be suprised if you hit snags. Remember, your dad sounds like he is most likely going to be critical of you should you have any problems you cant resolve on your own.
 
yeah, he will be ;)

I have read up a shit load on overclocking, but not really installing anything.
 
jcll2002 said:
yeah, he will be ;)

I have read up a shit load on overclocking, but not really installing anything.
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and should you take that opty and roast it, you will NEVER hear the end of it.
 
well, I dont think thatll happen because thats pretty hard to do unless I really mess up (right?) Also, ecplise agreed to walk me through the ocing process.

EDIT: I could also buy the rig from monarch and install the hsf myself. That involves taking out the mobo, ect. They said it wont void my warranty...illl just have to pay shipping to repair it.
 
i dunno i did my first build myself when i was 15.. im only 16 now but i thought it was really easy.. i mean things only reall fit in one way.... and as far as OC goes get a good Abit mobo and you wont have anyproblems due to their awesome fail safe!! i say build it yourself if anything else for the experience...
 
:p

1,155 Posts and you STILL haven't built a PC?!? Damnnnn.

Anyway, I say build it yourself. Do it for the fun and experience.
 
yeah, I tend to do that. Over @ aximsite, i didnt even have a pda and I had 1200 posts lol. Almost the same thing at notebookforums. Yeah, ive done my hw ;)

On a side note, if i were to have a case with a removable mobo tray, would I have to take everything off of it before i removed it?
 
Tell your Dad that "putting together" a computer only takes a few hours.

"Building" a computer (which includes researching parts and good deals and tweaking Windows) takes forever.

Take the Dell upgrade. What I wouldn't give to be a 16 yo with an XPS.

Then save your allowance and build a PC. Buy one component every few weeks.
 
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