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[jackhobday]

Hi i have put this spec together from the advice of other forum users on a previous thread.

Before I go ahead and order i would like a final check.

What would be a smaller sized hard drive to order instead of the one i have? possible 320gb to 500gb

i will be using it for cad, cs3, 3dmax with maybe a 20" screen

I am also looking to oc in the future and using 64 bit Vista Home Premium OS

Thanks in advance

Jack

 

[Wedge]

What would be a smaller sized hard drive to order instead of the one i have? possible 320gb to 500gb
Jack

Odd question mate...

Defo need to order a 3rd party CPU cooler if you are going to overclock. pound for pound, this is one of the best imho http://www.overclockers.co.uk/showp...oling Freezer 7 Pro CPU Cooler (Socket LGA775)

And if budget allows, maybe a diffent case? how much you got to spend

 

[1337z0r]

 

[mda96bjh]

Odd question mate...

Defo need to order a 3rd party CPU cooler if you are going to overclock. pound for pound, this is one of the best imho http://www.overclockers.co.uk/showp...oling Freezer 7 Pro CPU Cooler (Socket LGA775)

And if budget allows, maybe a diffent case? how much you got to spend

agreed....

never get less storage than u think u might need. Its amazing how quickly they fill up

 

[jackhobday]

sorry about the question, ill try to explain a bit better,

i would like a smaller hard drive to save money at the moment, my plan is to buy another one when needed eg 2 x 320gb maybe?

with the oc ing i will buy a cooler later and oc then, for now it will remain normal

overal im trying to keep the cost down

nething else needed have any good advice for a first time builder?

 

[Wedge]

overal im trying to keep the cost down

nething else needed have any good advice for a first time builder?

Then go for maybe a 250GB drive, 30 ish quid I would not buy that case, the Antec gaming case as advised above will be well worth the extra £7.

Just take your time, and dont be afriad to ask questions, these forums are a fountian of knowledge, and most folks will be happy to help

 

[mda96bjh]

sorry about the question, ill try to explain a bit better,

i would like a smaller hard drive to save money at the moment, my plan is to buy another one when needed eg 2 x 320gb maybe?

with the oc ing i will buy a cooler later and oc then, for now it will remain normal

overal im trying to keep the cost down

nething else needed have any good advice for a first time builder?

Saving money on hard drives can be a bit of a false economy.....cheaper in the long rung to buy bigger as prices overall are so cheap anyway!!

 

[jackhobday]

ok after a few switches i have got this spec,

any advice on any final changes?

whats the difference between the different graphic HD 4850 cards?

jack

 

[jackhobday]

so everythings gone well with the build, its all up and running with vista 64 bit and samsung t200 monitor,

I am now looking to tweek and optimise the system for efficient performance and speed

could any one suggest any tips?

cheers

jack

 

[Edward01]

http://forums.overclockers.co.uk/showthread.php?t=17180569

This guide for tweeking and optimising

and this guide for overclocking, (when eventually oyu wish to try it)

http://forums.overclockers.co.uk/showthread.php?t=17612922

 

[jackhobday]

HTPC or Sandy Bridge

ok after a few switches i have got this spec,

any advice on any final changes?

whats the difference between the different graphic HD 4850 cards?

jack

Hey! So I went ahead and built this computer, its been running ace ever since (2 years+)

So I have a decision to make......my dad is looking for a HTPC to watch iplayer etc on a 32" Sony bravia LCD TV

My options are:
1) Build a HTPC for around £300 from scratch
2) Upgrade my computer and use the old parts to make a HTPC
3) Give my dad my computer and mod to make quieter and make a new computer for myself for around £600

whats the best value for money verse computer performance?

Is Sandy Bridge a good option?

Cheers

Jack