First build

Hellfire257

Hellfire257

Hellfire257

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Hello

Im looking to build a new PC myself, and have, well....erm...a tightish budget :eek:. What I do definatly want is a Q6600, and 4GB RAM. I already have a HD, GPU, and screen I will be salvaging from my old PC. I am undecided on a Case/PSU/Motherboard/RAM. Can anyone suggest some components and tips? My budget is £400. I will also not be OCing.

Thanks!
 
GPU is a ATI Radeon HD3870 512MB on PCI-E I think. Ive already got that PSU in my current PC, but something keeps throwing random restarts so I think I would still need another PSU.

Thanks for the reply to ANDARIAL.
 
What do you mean by test it out? Check for current running through the leads? Oh and are you sure that PSU will sufficently power everything without any hickups?
And once again thanks for your help everyone!
 
Right, now thats sorted is there anything else I would need? Thermal compound/CPU Cooler? Also, is it worth trying to use my old HD with an OS on with the new MB or is it best to just format it (how?) and do a clean install?
 
ANDARIAL said:
That cpu specified above will come with TIM (heat transfer compound pre applied)to the supplied HS,
ok for standard use,if you intend to overclock you will/may need a better one in the future
as for hdd best back up all your photos,music etc then format the hdd with a fresh install of operating system of your choice
after you have the hardware all installed insert the windows cd/dvd then follow the prompts for a clean install :)
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So I just fit all the components to the MB, plug everything in and fire it up, then insert Windows CD and install that, then any drivers that came with the components. Is that about it? Oh and how do I format my HD? Does it give you the option upon an install of windows or do I have to do it manually?
 
Right, now everythings sorted and (Hopefully), the orders placed tomorrow, I'd just like to take the oppertunity to thank everyone here that has helped me to do this 1st build and your all great! :p

Merry Xmas everyone :)
 
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