The Computer Megathread

[Robo Dude]

Are you good with drivers ifso I need a WDDM driver for RADEON 9250 and 9250 Secondary. My parents are running 7 and its starting to fail on them with weird errors messages saying they need WDDM. Trust me Im not giving lies.

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[Littledude]

Are you good with drivers ifso I need a WDDM driver for RADEON 9250 and 9250 Secondary. My parents are running 7 and its starting to fail on them with weird errors messages saying they need WDDM. Trust me Im not giving lies.

go to the amd/ati website to download the newest updated drivers.

[QuantumEagle]

I love the OP. On a side note, I'll whip up a quick something for the "purpose built computers":

Purpose-built computers

There are many different types of computers based on what you wish to do with them. The one you are most likely familiar with is the personal computer, your laptop or desktop. If you are building a system, you will need to decide what you are going to do with your system so you can work out which solution best suits your needs. Some examples are:

GAMING COMPUTERS
These computers are a pack-load of power to deliver high-quality graphics and smooth gameplay. This is probably the computer you (would/want to) use.
Emphasized hardware:
Graphics Card: The gamer's best friend, the graphics card is pretty much the heart of making the game look pretty and run fluidly.
Processor: Delivers the power than games can run on.
Computer Monitor: There's no use in investing in monster GFX cards and CPUs when you have a tiny little monitor to look at. Larger monitors fill up your vision more (and may seldomly allow some increased area of vision!) Remember that the bigger the screen, the more work your GFX card has to perform.

WORKSTATION COMPUTERS
Workstation computers aren't exactly mind-blowing pieces of digital technology, but are built to make work quick and easy.
Emphasized hardware:
Memory Cards: Memory cards would allow the computer to "remember" more things going on at once. This allows multiple programs to be run at a single time, perfect for when you're juggling between things like the internet, your Word document, your email client and the occasional Solitaire. Make sure you have enough RAM in these or your computer will run ridiculously slow when handling multiple tasks.
Hard Drive Disks: The HDD is the piece of hardware used to store your data, documents, photos, videos and what-not alike. If you're extra fancy, a Solid-State Drive can be used *alongside* your HDD for storing applications.

SERVER COMPUTERS
These computers are used to host internet content, such as web pages or gaming services.
Emphasized hardware:
Any sort of internet connection: Faster and higher-quality internet connections allow users to access your stuff faster. Outdated dial-up connections will probably never be sufficient, while cable broadband systems suit the job way better.
Hard Drive Disks: If you're hosting large amounts of files and data, it's good to know you always have extra space on hand.

If you may, I could type up a little more for the components section or terminology.

[Kingdaro]

Bookmarked this thread when I want to get an upgrade on this one.

[Legodude77]

And also on that $200-250 build, could you be sure I could install Ubuntu ob it?

[DontCare4Free]

What video card would you recommend with a budget of $300?

[Wedge]

You should put an anchor on your table of contents then link back to it at each section using [iurl=#toc]back to top[/iurl] or something.

also I went ahead and made this, feel free to use it (or not)



You may also want to mention the free copies of microsoft server 2003/2008/2008 R2 you can get off of dreamspark:
https://www.dreamspark.com/Products/Product.aspx?ProductId=12
https://www.dreamspark.com/Products/Product.aspx?ProductId=16
https://www.dreamspark.com/Products/Product.aspx?ProductId=17

[Hrvatski Jezik]

does anyone know where I can find an e-atx mobo for nzxt's phantom?

i want to exploit its full capabilities if i decide to build a computer

i've scoured newegg but found nothing :c

[Tokerovin]

This thread is a good idea.

[HerpaDerp]

I would add an SSD section. I'll write one up.

Also Ethan, can you post?

BTW, NZXT Phantom or HAF 932/X?

NZXT Phantom has great ventilation and cooling and looks epic, but the HAF 932/X has better cooling and is bigger. But it's uglier D:

[Ethan]

I love the OP. On a side note, I'll whip up a quick something for the "purpose built computers":

If you may, I could type up a little more for the components section or terminology.

Thanks. Added to OP. I edited it a little, hope that's ok with you.

What video card would you recommend with a budget of $300?

Do you have a PCI-E 16x slot free? What wattage is your power supply? Will your case fit a big card?

You should put an anchor on your table of contents then link back to it at each section using [iurl=#toc]back to top[/iurl] or something.

also I went ahead and made this, feel free to use it (or not)

-imgsnip-

You may also want to mention the free copies of microsoft server 2003/2008/2008 R2 you can get off of dreamspark:
https://www.dreamspark.com/Products/Product.aspx?ProductId=12
https://www.dreamspark.com/Products/Product.aspx?ProductId=16
https://www.dreamspark.com/Products/Product.aspx?ProductId=17

Thanks so much. Added each to OP.
Is it possible to get a transparent version of that image?

I would add an SSD section. I'll write one up.

Also Ethan, can you post?

BTW, NZXT Phantom or HAF 932/X?

NZXT Phantom has great ventilation and cooling and looks epic, but the HAF 932/X has better cooling and is bigger. But it's uglier D:

The HAF932 is a great case, and looks are entirely opinionated. I personally think the HAF looks better.
Good idea for a SSD section, thanks.

does anyone know where I can find an e-atx mobo for nzxt's phantom?

i want to exploit its full capabilities if i decide to build a computer

i've scoured newegg but found nothing :c

Take a look at this list of ExtendedATX motherboards:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/ProductList.aspx?Submit=ENE&N=100007627+600009018&QksAutoSuggestion=&ShowDeactivatedMark=False&Configurator=&IsNodeId=1&Subcategory=280&description=&hisInDesc=&Ntk=&CFG=&SpeTabStoreType=&AdvancedSearch=1&srchInDesc=

And also on that $200-250 build, could you be sure I could install Ubuntu ob it?

I'm on it.

You forgot one con of Prebuilts, being that it comes with tons of useless crap ware.

I actually stated that, but not as a con. Some people like that feature, lol. Idiots.

Here's my suggestion for a build in the $1500 range (after you add case, OS and optical drive it nears or exceeds that)     (it's also my personal rig that I'll have my hands on within the week .. so excited aghahghagh)

CPU - http://www.newegg.ca/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16819115070
GPU - http://www.newegg.ca/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814130590
PSU - http://www.newegg.ca/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817171048
RAM - http://www.newegg.ca/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820233170
HDD - http://www.newegg.ca/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16822152185
MOBO - http://www.newegg.ca/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813128487

Doesn't include case, OS, or optical drive since those are dependent on the person's needs/tastes. Note that if you decide on this GPU, you may need a large case as it's quite the long card.

I'd like to get a Z68 board and a SSD for that price range, sorry.

[HerpaDerp]

yeah haf x has much better cooling. NZXT Phantom cant handle trifire because no space for it, which I expect to do with 3 11 inch 6950s in the future.

[Nymethus]

Well I have this heap of computers that run pretty awesome and I now have epic internet as well.

What should I be doing?

[HerpaDerp]

Well I have this heap of computers that run pretty awesome and I now have epic internet as well.

What should I be doing?

dunno, maybe share your computer specs?

[Nymethus]

dunno, maybe share your computer specs?

Where are they? ;D