Help me build a computer $1000

[eggyhustles 10+ year member]

Actually, the PSU is one of the most critical pieces to get. Never, ever skimp here. Precisely why I recommended the PSU I did.
http://www.jonnyguru.com for some great info. The PSU section at www.hardforum.com contains a wealth of info, as well.

listen to this guy..he helped me build my rig..only thing i'd change is the brand of the 9600gt..i hear that evga makes the best one..

 

[bumpin buick 5,000+ posts]

I looked very carefully over the computer he recomended to me but again I am concerned about the motherboard, the one he selected was rated rather poorly and I figure if it has such poor ratings from so many people there may be some reason behind that.

 

[DejaWiz 5,000+ posts]

I looked very carefully over the computer he recommended to me but again I am concerned about the motherboard, the one he selected was rated rather poorly and I figure if it has such poor ratings from so many people there may be some reason behind that.

Keep in mind more people will take the time to complain about a product rather than praise it. Figure for every one person that writes a bad review, there are at least 100 that are happy with it but don't convey this with a written review.

listen to this guy..he helped me build my rig..only thing i'd change is the brand of the 9600gt..i hear that evga makes the best one..

I appreciate the vote of confidence. The 9600 brands I listed are just fine... they typically all come from the same manufacturer anyway, it's just the resellers slap their own labels and stickers on them. eVGA does have one of the best warranties, but realistically, who needs a lifetime warranty on a product that has a lifecycle of about 3-5 years at most anymore? That said, I only use eVGA or MSI, but I wouldn't hesitate to go with something else if the price is right.

 

[bumpin buick 5,000+ posts]

Keep in mind more people will take the time to complain about a product rather than praise it. Figure for every one person that writes a bad review, there are at least 100 that are happy with it but don't convey this with a written review.

I understand that I guess i was just going off the fact that the other MB listed had much better reviews. Again I know you guys know more on me than this I am just comparing one reveiw to another and the MB you recomended looks as though many more people have had issues with it that is all. I do appreciate the help

 

[eggyhustles 10+ year member]

Keep in mind more people will take the time to complain about a product rather than praise it. Figure for every one person that writes a bad review, there are at least 100 that are happy with it but don't convey this with a written review.


I appreciate the vote of confidence. The 9600 brands I listed are just fine... they typically all come from the same manufacturer anyway, it's just the resellers slap their own labels and stickers on them. eVGA does have one of the best warranties, but realistically, who needs a lifetime warranty on a product that has a lifecycle of about 3-5 years at most anymore? That said, I only use eVGA or MSI, but I wouldn't hesitate to go with something else if the price is right.

Never knew that..

 

[skmfkr 5,000+ posts]

total is $934 + $32shipping = 967

 

[DejaWiz 5,000+ posts]

^ that PSU is worthless for a build of this magnitude, IMO. Only 14A on one rail and 15A on the other. And why get a 4x1GB kit when you can get a 2x2GB kit for $9 more? And why not get the 640GB HDD for $5 more? Great deal on the GPU... $133 after MIR for the 9600GT and The Witcher.

I understand that I guess i was just going off the fact that the other MB listed had much better reviews. Again I know you guys know more on me than this I am just comparing one review to another and the MB you recommended looks as though many more people have had issues with it that is all. I do appreciate the help

Just make sure you use care and caution when building. Get an anti-static wrist strap for under $10 and maybe even an anti-static work mat...

-install the PSU and plug it into the wall outlet to ground the chassis

-attach the anti-static strap to the case on some bare metal

-start installing components. never handle a component without wearing the static strap and never leave a component out of it's static protective packaging unless it's being installed.

...remember, it only takes about 25V to damage an IC. Your body can build up 15,000+ volts of potential just from walking across the carpet in socks. As this kind of discharge may not render a component outright unusable, more often than not it can cause problems during operation that may worsen over time.

And I'll bet 66% of DIY'ers don't take adequate precautions for something that can so easily be guarded against.

 

[skmfkr 5,000+ posts]

cuz i just through it together really quick

 

[bumpin buick 5,000+ posts]

^ that PSU is worthless for a build of this magnitude, IMO. Only 14A on one rail and 15A on the other. And why get a 4x1GB kit when you can get a 2x2GB kit for $9 more? And why not get the 640GB HDD for $5 more? Great deal on the GPU... $133 after MIR for the 9600GT and The Witcher.


Just make sure you use care and caution when building. Get an anti-static wrist strap for under $10 and maybe even an anti-static work mat...

-install the PSU and plug it into the wall outlet to ground the chassis

-attach the anti-static strap to the case on some bare metal

-start installing components. never handle a component without wearing the static strap and never leave a component out of it's static protective packaging unless it's being installed.

...remember, it only takes about 25V to damage an IC. Your body can build up 15,000+ volts of potential just from walking across the carpet in socks. As this kind of discharge may not render a component outright unusable, more often than not it can cause problems during operation that may worsen over time.

And I'll bet 66% of DIY'ers don't take adequate precautions for something that can so easily be guarded against.

I apreciate the heads up on that I will make sure to take those actions as I havent even thought about that yet

As far as the computer builds recommended I plan on using a Quad core Q6600 and 2x2gb cards of ram so if in the future I could upgrade to 8gb. Any certain motherboard you guys would recommend?

 

[Jmac 10+ year member]

vista lol
that's like building up a sweeet big block 10:1 compression, port job, awsome silky smooth valve train bullet proof bottom end and putting a single 1bbl carb on it!

Do yourself a favour and stick to cars ...

 

[Jmac 10+ year member]

I apreciate the heads up on that I will make sure to take those actions as I havent even thought about that yet

As far as the computer builds recommended I plan on using a Quad core Q6600 and 2x2gb cards of ram so if in the future I could upgrade to 8gb. Any certain motherboard you guys would recommend?

For this price range and your situation, I'd say an Intel P35 chipset board would be best. Nvidia has some nice chipsets as well, but they're better-suited for gamers.
Abit, Asus, DFI, Gigabyte, and MSI all make decent P35 boards. My personal preference would be towards DFI and Gigabyte; DFI because of their immense overclocking features and stability, Gigabyte because they make a good all-around package that is also novice-friendly. MSI has the best warranty, in my experience, but I hate their crappy software.

 

[dbhittin 5,000+ posts]

dude buy a emachine!

 

[eggyhustles 10+ year member]

^ that PSU is worthless for a build of this magnitude, IMO. Only 14A on one rail and 15A on the other. And why get a 4x1GB kit when you can get a 2x2GB kit for $9 more? And why not get the 640GB HDD for $5 more? Great deal on the GPU... $133 after MIR for the 9600GT and The Witcher.


Just make sure you use care and caution when building. Get an anti-static wrist strap for under $10 and maybe even an anti-static work mat...

-install the PSU and plug it into the wall outlet to ground the chassis

-attach the anti-static strap to the case on some bare metal

-start installing components. never handle a component without wearing the static strap and never leave a component out of it's static protective packaging unless it's being installed.

...remember, it only takes about 25V to damage an IC. Your body can build up 15,000+ volts of potential just from walking across the carpet in socks. As this kind of discharge may not render a component outright unusable, more often than not it can cause problems during operation that may worsen over time.

And I'll bet 66% of DIY'ers don't take adequate precautions for something that can so easily be guarded against.

when i did my first build(current rig im on now) i didn't use the strap..waste of money imo..i just touched the psu everytime i went to install a new part..and that build skmfkr recommended is awful..with the budget u have..you should atleast have a quad core..and a soundcard..i highly doubt u need lightscribe also..i would also recommend this ram..its awesome

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820227298

 

[SuperchargedRS 10+ year member]

Do yourself a favour and stick to cars ...

your right, you keep playing with the crappy OS, you computer guru you.

 

[Scoobydoo 5,000+ posts]

wow, he knows what to do by now, if not hopefully he will ask a fellow cheese head