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Bluntablo

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So its that time again, Lookin into Upgrading my system.

I currently have

ATX Case(Im not opposed to getting a new case, but the current one is fine)
Abit IC7 Max3 MOtherboard
p4 3.2 GH Processor
2x 512 Ram
AGP Geforce 6800

500Watt PS, but I may need to upgrade it, Have to check when I get home brand.

all the other parts will be recycled into the new system.

Im basically looking to get a PCI express Mobo so I can upgrade cards more easily in the future, and since Im gettin a new Mobo, though I would update the ram and Procesor as well.

would like to keep the price under $700-800 if possible. Im also not looking for the best thing avaiable, but something more upgradeable.

Suggesstions would be greatly appreciated :)

Thanks
 
No, I have HDD, Optical drives and OS,

All i Need is a new Mobo, Ram, Vid Card, and processor, and anything that could possibly be incompatable
 
What do you use the computer for? Games (which games), internet, video encoding, other? How is your current system, are you looking for something faster?
 
Here is a general idea of what will fit your budget based on the parts you listed.

CPU - Core 2 Quad Q6600 for $250 ($200 if you buy at your local Microcenter store)
Mobo - Abit IP 35 Pro (Intel P35 chipset mobo) - $170
RAM - G. Skills 2 x 2gig DDR2 800 - $80
Video - MSI NX8800GTS - $230 before rebates (You can also get either a 9600GT or 8800GT card. The 8800GTS is the fastest among these 3 cards)

Total - $730 before rebates and w/o shipping
$680 if CPU purchased from Microcenter

Note: This is if your power supply is reusable and you have a pretty decent HD that's at least a SATA drive. The O/S I am assuming you have XP? This would be an enormous upgrade from where you are at now.

BTW, what case do you have now? Just want to ensure a newer video card will fit in your exsiting case. Also, please provide your PS model and specs and what type of HDD you currently have.
 
Wow, thanks.

Ill get the make and model of my HDD and PS once I get home. To answer a few other questions. Yes, Ill be using XP. I have 2 HDD, a 120 IDE(Old school) for programs and a 500 SATA for storage. my DVD burner and CD player are also IDE(Old School).

As for the case, I cant seem to find it online and its about 4 yrs old. I can take measurements if you'd like. Im not oppossed to a new case if necessary.

Also, this machine primarily games and views movies. with a tiny bit of Photshop/Illustrator work.
 
Serial? Do you mean IDE/ATA, or Serial ATA?

Since you are building a modern setup (compared to your current/old one), I'd recommend a new power supply, like the Corsair VX550W.
 
HardwareGuru said:
Here is a general idea of what will fit your budget based on the parts you listed.

CPU - Core 2 Quad Q6600 for $250 ($200 if you buy at your local Microcenter store)
Mobo - Abit IP 35 Pro (Intel P35 chipset mobo) - $170
RAM - G. Skills 2 x 2gig DDR2 800 - $80
Video - MSI NX8800GTS - $230 before rebates (You can also get either a 9600GT or 8800GT card. The 8800GTS is the fastest among these 3 cards)

Total - $730 before rebates and w/o shipping
$680 if CPU purchased from Microcenter

Note: This is if your power supply is reusable and you have a pretty decent HD that's at least a SATA drive. The O/S I am assuming you have XP? This would be an enormous upgrade from where you are at now.

BTW, what case do you have now? Just want to ensure a newer video card will fit in your exsiting case. Also, please provide your PS model and specs and what type of HDD you currently have.
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I agree with this. If you know how to shop ebay u can get better prices. I would go 8800gts on the VGA card. great processor. If you use ebay, try to buy new if possible.
 
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