The Computer Megathread

[Ben Grapevine]

So I might build a computer for my Uncle soon. It would just be a normal computer for everyday stuff. What would be a good powersupply for a build like that?
I was thinking this: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817139027
It says 500w but some reviews are saying it's actully 400w. Would a 400watt still be good for a low cost build?

Go with like a 300w Bronze or Silver certified PSU

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[HellsSpot]

Get low profile RAM.

[Legodude77]

Bump
Here is my build for my Uncle if he decides to get a new pc:
CASE: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811146077
HDD: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16822136769
MOBO: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813157291
GPU: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814102933
PSU: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817371029
RAM: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820231421
CPU: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16819103953

Tell me if these won't work together or something.

[KoopaScooper]

since it seems he's not doing anything tasking i'd ditch western digital and go for a hitachi or seagate drive
you're also forgetting an optical drive

[Legodude77]

I got one I just didn't want to post it. Any suggestions for other hard drives.

[HellsSpot]

I got one I just didn't want to post it. Any suggestions for other hard drives.

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16822148767

[Sniper4hire]

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Just thought I'd point out your case as a usb 3.0 slot, but your motherboard doesn't support it.

[Pentium]

The CPU is old and pretty weak. I'd suggest an an Intel CPU with integrated graphics instead; a Pentium or an i3 would be ideal.

[Legodude77]

Well, some new recommendations would be helpful of CPUs and motherboards.

[Bones4]

My upgrades came in!

[Legodude77]

Hey does this case support micro atx mother boards it does not say.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811119243

[HellsSpot]

Hey does this case support micro atx mother boards it does not say.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811119243

ATX brand CPU and ATX brand mobo

derp.

[Pentium]

Hey does this case support micro atx mother boards it does not say.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811119243

MicroATX and standard ATX uses the same mounts, so yes.

[SpreadsPlague]

ATX brand CPU and ATX brand mobo

derp.

what the hell are you talking about what is an "ATX brand CPU"

[HellsSpot]

what the hell are you talking about what is an "ATX brand CPU"

lmao I meant case, my bad.