The Computer Megathread

[HerpaDerp]

Can someone give me a list of parts for a desktop from newegg.com? I'm asking for just money this year for Christmas, and hopefully plan on orderinv practically a new computer's worth of parts. I need a list of all the parts I need to make a new computer, and if you can, >$500

Edit, nvm.

Give me a few minutes.

[Ad Bot]

[Rugged]

I saw the $500 section up there, but that's only 6 parts and I'm pretty sure I'd need more than that.

[HerpaDerp]

Few questions guys:


What antivirus is good for me to get? I want to be safe from viruses and stuff, but don't want the AV blocking everything and lagging my system up by taking too many resources.

Also, do I need a separate wireless card to connect to my router wirelessly? Or does the GIGABYTE Z68XP-UD3 already have it built-in?

[devildogelite]

Few questions guys:


What antivirus is good for me to get? I want to be safe from viruses and stuff, but don't want the AV blocking everything and lagging my system up by taking too many resources.

Also, do I need a separate wireless card to connect to my router wirelessly? Or does the GIGABYTE Z68XP-UD3 already have it built-in?

I use avast and the mobo doesn't come with a wireless card as far as I can see.

[BBOY]

Ok, thanks, no seriously, once I build up the stuffs and giggles Ill make one. Thx.

[Ethan]

Can someone give me a list of parts for a desktop from newegg.com? I'm asking for just money this year for Christmas, and hopefully plan on orderinv practically a new computer's worth of parts. I need a list of all the parts I need to make a new computer, and if you can, >$500

Greater than $500?
That's going to be easy.

[Ethan]

I saw the $500 section up there, but that's only 6 parts and I'm pretty sure I'd need more than that.

7 parts, and that's all you really need, unless you want a monitor etc. Don't you think that if you needed more than that, then I would list them? Why would I misguide people?

Few questions guys:


What antivirus is good for me to get? I want to be safe from viruses and stuff, but don't want the AV blocking everything and lagging my system up by taking too many resources.

Also, do I need a separate wireless card to connect to my router wirelessly? Or does the GIGABYTE Z68XP-UD3 already have it built-in?

Kaspersky, and I believe so. I don't have experience with wireless on desktops as it is unreliable.

[HerpaDerp]

7 parts, and that's all you really need, unless you want a monitor etc. Don't you think that if you needed more than that, then I would list them? Why would I misguide people?
Kaspersky, and I believe so. I don't have experience with wireless on desktops as it is unreliable.

Ah I had a feeling it was Kaspersky, my friend always talked about how good it was and all. And he's an expert on computer software, we're like two gears that function together. I'm the hardware guy, he's the software guy. Lol


But damnit, I was going to ask you if you could recommend me any good wireless adapters.

[Becquerel]

WHats the nearest compooter store to Misawa

[devildogelite]

http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B003LD8XMA/ref=nosim/7240482-rg248-00-20?s=merchant

Would something like this hold 2 monitors well too? I want a stand like that but want it to be triple so I can upgrade in the future

[Ethan]

Ah I had a feeling it was Kaspersky, my friend always talked about how good it was and all. And he's an expert on computer software, we're like two gears that function together. I'm the hardware guy, he's the software guy. Lol


But damnit, I was going to ask you if you could recommend me any good wireless adapters.

I could if I had a look and research. I will tomorrow for you as you help maintain this thread <3

http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B003LD8XMA/ref=nosim/7240482-rg248-00-20?s=merchant

Would something like this hold 2 monitors well too? I want a stand like that but want it to be triple so I can upgrade in the future

That would do the job. I would suggest the XFX one as it's super sturdy and super upgradable, but it is expensive.

http://xfxforce.com/en-us/products/accessories/triple-monitor-stand.aspx

[devildogelite]

The xfx one is almost 400 dollars, that would be as much as the monitors almost

[BBOY]

Case: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811133179
PSU: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817171039
Mobo: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813157176
CPU: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16819103808
RAM: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820231416
HDD: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16822152185
DVD: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16827135204 (unless you can recycle your own)
CPU Cooler: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16835103099
GPU: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814102908

Under $600.
Also don't forget about an operating system. I am nerdgasming over that, will the graphics card play maxed games? Can I use fraps in games and they are still smooth?

If you want, knock off the DVD drive and get this:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814150561
What supercombo?

[dawngaward0110]

You're going to need a new PSU. What was your total budget again? Sorry for this delay.

Up to about 100 dollars for the PSU if possible. Also, is replacing the PSU very difficult? I've done some RAM card replacing and some other parts, but never the PSU.

[Ethan]

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Changed it around a bit:
Case: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811133179
PSU: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817341017
Mobo: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813157176
CPU: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16819103808
RAM: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820220558
HDD: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16822145532
ODD: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16827135204
GPU: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814127545

Total: ~$585 with rebates.
Once again no OS but yeah, it didn't include one before either.

This one has a better GPU and a better PSU, some stuff is a little cheaper than before while retaining quality, and some sold out things are fixed for you.
This one would play most games maxed. What resolution do you play games at? It would play nearly all games on max up to about 1600x900 or so. After that you would have to turn down settings on highly detailed games.
It would FRAPS really well, but once again if recording in really detailed games you may have to turn down the settings.

Up to about 100 dollars for the PSU if possible. Also, is replacing the PSU very difficult? I've done some RAM card replacing and some other parts, but never the PSU.

And what was your budget for the GPU as well? Sorry, I have so many questions going on in here that I forget stuff. The PSU looks like a daunting task at first, but what I did on my first try, was had them both sitting next to each other, while the old one was plugged in still. I then unbolted the old one from the case and left it sitting away from the mounting spot, then I bolted the new one in. One by one I replaced all the cords that were still plugged in to the computer, from old PSU to new PSU. Then, once you are done, you will know, as your old PSU just lifts away, lol.