Official "I want to build a New PC!" Thread

[Goffs]

Quote: Originally Posted by ehh

Yeah, dual monitors are the truth but it's problem when you start with one real nice monitor.

*sigh* yeah unfortunately....gotta wait till Black Friday to looks for a monitor with the same res

[ehh]

How big is that monitor? Can you use it for anything elsewhere?

I haven't read through the entire thread, is your PC used for gaming?

[choadler]

Quote: Originally Posted by Candyman5

I cant build a PC but I want one that will play Diablo 3, Arma 2, Company of Heroes 2 and Command and Conquer Generals 2. Just as a estimate how good of a PC will I need and what do you think the price range would be on it. I wish to god that I could just pay one off in payments. I dont need a monitor either.....I wish I knew someone that can build PC's. Only thing that I need is a HDMI input so I can use my tv as a monitor. Wireless internet for it would be nice but isnt a necessity.

I am the least mechanical and technical person I know and I did. I guarantee with a little searching on the internet for video guides, you can easily do it.

[choadler]

[quote=ehh;2043631358]

Indeed, building one isn't bad but troubleshooting one you build can be a bear. [quote]

Yes, it can. Since I have built several, I have spare parts that I can stick in to narrow down where the trouble is. For instance, I have several old video cards that I can replace if it appears the video card went bad.

[Candyman5]

Ok im attempting to buy my own parts and build one by shopping on Newegg.

I got:

Case: Rosewill CHALLENGER Black Gaming ATX Mid Tower Computer Case, comes with Three Fans-1x Front Blue LED 120mm Fan, 1x Top 140mm Fan, 1x Rear 120mm Fan, option Fans-2x Side 120mm Fan
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16811147153

Power: Thermaltake TR2 W0070RUC 430W ATX12V V2.2 Intel Core i7 Compliant Dual 80mm Fans Full Cable Sleevings Power Supply
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16817153023

Memory: G.SKILL Ares Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) 240-Pin DDR3 SDRAM DDR3 1866 (PC3 14900) Desktop Memory Model F3-1866C9D-8GAB
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16820231550

Motherboard: BIOSTAR TZ77B LGA 1155 Intel Z77 HDMI SATA 6Gb/s USB 3.0 ATX Intel Motherboard with UEFI BIOS
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16813138352

Processor: Intel Core i7-2600 Sandy Bridge 3.4GHz (3.8GHz Turbo Boost) LGA 1155 95W Quad-Core Desktop Processor Intel HD Graphics 2000 BX80623I72600
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16819115071

Only thing now is my graphics card which I have no clue what so ever what to get. I want this to play Diablo 3, Arma 2, Command and Conquer Generals 2 and Company of Heroes 2 solidly. However 2 of those games dont have specs yet, lol. I might just look at the Diablo 3 specs and select a card for it. I am at a total loss when it comes to whats is better and such for the cards.

Im now just looking over everything making sure their compatible with each other. Im a noob (I hate that word) at this so any help is appreciated....lol.

[CaptainZombie]

Candyman I'd go with 550-600W power supply. The 430W is not going to be enough and it will cause you some trouble depending on which video card you get.

For video card, go with a 560 Ti or higher.

You can even get by with an i5 for gaming, but if you can afford the i7 it's not a bad idea.

Quote: Originally Posted by Candyman5

Ok im attempting to buy my own parts and build one by shopping on Newegg. I got: Case: Rosewill CHALLENGER Black Gaming ATX Mid Tower Computer Case, comes with Three Fans-1x Front Blue LED 120mm Fan, 1x Top 140mm Fan, 1x Rear 120mm Fan, option Fans-2x Side 120mm Fan http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16811147153 Power: Thermaltake TR2 W0070RUC 430W ATX12V V2.2 Intel Core i7 Compliant Dual 80mm Fans Full Cable Sleevings Power Supply http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16817153023 Memory: G.SKILL Ares Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) 240-Pin DDR3 SDRAM DDR3 1866 (PC3 14900) Desktop Memory Model F3-1866C9D-8GAB http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16820231550 Motherboard: BIOSTAR TZ77B LGA 1155 Intel Z77 HDMI SATA 6Gb/s USB 3.0 ATX Intel Motherboard with UEFI BIOS http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16813138352 Processor: Intel Core i7-2600 Sandy Bridge 3.4GHz (3.8GHz Turbo Boost) LGA 1155 95W Quad-Core Desktop Processor Intel HD Graphics 2000 BX80623I72600 http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16819115071 Only thing now is my graphics card which I have no clue what so ever what to get. I want this to play Diablo 3, Arma 2, Command and Conquer Generals 2 and Company of Heroes 2 solidly. However 2 of those games dont have specs yet, lol. I might just look at the Diablo 3 specs and select a card for it. I am at a total loss when it comes to whats is better and such for the cards. Im now just looking over everything making sure their compatible with each other. Im a noob (I hate that word) at this so any help is appreciated....lol.

[SuperBowlNachos]

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16820231460

Same price RAM. A lot more reviews, might be a little safer.

[elTodd]

Quote: Originally Posted by choadler

First of all, check out Newegg or Amazon for your computer parts purchases. Good prices and relatively quick turnaround. Personally if I was going to be doing a mid range build like yourself. I would do the following: Intel i5-2500k processor 560 ti graphics card 8 gb ram. Here is a sample build: http://secure.newegg.com/Shopping/Sh...mit=ChangeItem You can search around for better sales on like items, but you get the general idea. This will run everything at max. You can probably spend another $100 and go up to a 570 or something on the graphics card and really be kicking butt.

Thanks for the help man. Went with these main specs as well as a few suggestions from the guy at Micro center who was very helpful. Ended up under my $800 limit so I was very happy.

Just finished putting it together, which was very nerve-wracking. First ever build of my own. Just went with the manuals and some common sense. Lol. But everything seems to be working just fine. I'm just hoping I didn't mess something up. Need to zip-tie the wires and clear up the clutter and I should be rocking soon.

Thanks to everyone for the help and suggestions.

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