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SparkyTechWire

SparkyTechWire

SparkyTechWire

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Hi All,

I currently have a Macbook Unibody A1342 (8GB ram 2.6ghz)
I have an xBox 360 but fancy having a go at computer gaming, I also would use this for multimedia Web Design Coursework, so hopefully will be overall slightly better than my current laptop.

I originally started with this:
Mobo - Asus M5A87 AMD 870 (Socket AM3+) Motherboard
76.99

ram - Corsair Vengeance 8GB (2x4GB) DDR3 PC3-12800C9 1600MHz Dual Channel Kit
44.99

graphics - ******** GeForce GTS 450 1024MB GDDR3 78.98

processor - AMD Quad Core Phenom II X4 955 Black Edition 3.2GHz Socket AM3 - Retail 99.98


- Then I thought about Intel i3 or i5,
- My latest thought it to buy a HIS ATI Radeon HD 6950 IceQ X Turbo 2048MB GDDR5 PCI-Express Graphics Card http://www.overclockers.co.uk/showproduct.php?prodid=GX-036-HS&tool=3
But now I am worried about finding the rest for sub £300, I already have a good case (ATX), I am open to the idea of over clocking but probably couldn't afford the water-cooling until February so would like to do this at a later date (if its worth doing at all)

I was wondering if anyone would be able to advise me further, I am very good at Web Development, I am good at helping people with software, but desktop hardware I am not too great at, - all advise is appreciated heavily.

Thanks in advance - First post lets hope we can make it count.
 
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So the starred out competitor didnt give you a clue not to name them?

You did read the FAQ's when you joined this forum?
 
Hello and welcome to the forum :)

Be careful linking to competitors, only use Overclockers links, I would remove them before a mod sees ;)
 
Okay, please would a mod allow 5 minutes so I can write the names down for you all - Sorry, I had a quick look but am having nightmare with a friends car half way through reading earlier
 
I will make it simple.

1) What case do you have? what length GFX card can you fit in it to the HDD bays?

2) HDD+DVD drive, do you need any? if you have some are they IDE or SATA?

3) PSU? what is it, make and model number please?
 
stulid said:
I will make it simple.

1) What case do you have? what length GFX card can you fit in it to the HDD bays?

2) HDD+DVD drive, do you need any? if you have some are they IDE or SATA?

3) PSU? what is it, make and model number please?
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The Case is: Dimensions 205(w) x 440(d) x 430(h)mm (which I believe is ATX?)

I have an old DVD drive (I guess you don't use them a lot so I could probably use it although it is 3 years old, I have 3 2.5 sata hdd's but not sure if I could run one until I can afford a new hd (especially at the minute)
I do not have a PSU yet,

Sorry I feel like I am taking already - I hope this can be a project where I can help one day
 
Can you get a photo up of the inside of the case?

You are looking for then,

• PSU
• CPU
• Motherboard (depending on case size)
• Ram
• GFX card

For £500

I have 3 2.5 sata hdd's but not sure if I could run one until I can afford a new hd
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You can.
 
stulid said:
Can you get a photo up of the inside of the case?

You are looking for then,

• PSU
• CPU
• Motherboard (depending on case size)
• Ram
• GFX card

For £500



You can.
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Okay, do I need any adaptors for HD (isn't it less voltage than a 3.5)

I am a ram whore, I would prefer 8gb I would preferably like to get a better cpu and graphics card and mobo, I think I could find a cheap PSU on short term then get a better one after a few months, is there a specific GFX card or CPU to look out for or a better config than posted above?

I like the look of the 2gb graphics card for 199? I know I am asking for a porsche on a kA's budget but hope I can make a reasonable attempt with the potential to improve in the future (without burning money away by replacing it all quickly)
 
, I think I could find a cheap PSU on short term then get a better one after a few months
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Dont, basically. Never ever skimp on the PSU, why buy twice? and poor/rubbish PSU's never puts out the wattage/amps it says it can.

I like the look of the 2gb graphics card for 199?
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What resolution is your screen? thats resolution not screen size in inches.

Okay, do I need any adaptors for HD (isn't it less voltage than a 3.5)
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May need an adapter - http://www.overclockers.co.uk/showproduct.php?prodid=HD-002-OP&groupid=701&catid=14&subcat=72
 
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I am afraid I cannot take a picture from the inside atm as it is in my old house, it is easy to find only by typing: Gamer / Server PC Case with 220mm Fan

Thanks
 
Don't go for a cheap PSU now to buy a better one now (EDIT: now?! Later, obviously.), that's tantamount to bordering on the ridiculous. You could spend £30 on a cheap one when you could just spend £55 now on a half decent one.

It's all going to depend on how flexible you can be with your budget. If you can push it up a little I would suggest the following (note there is no after market cooler here, just used the standard one until you can afford a better one and OC it to about 3.8Ghz - 4Ghz tops for now):

HIS ATI Radeon HD 6950 IceQ X Turbo 2048MB GDDR5 PCI-Express Graphics Card £199.99
(£166.66) £199.99
(£166.66)
Intel Core i5-2500K 3.30GHz (Sandybridge) Socket LGA1155 Processor - Retail £169.99
(£141.66) £169.99
(£141.66)
Gigabyte Z68AP-D3 Intel Z68 (Socket 1155) DDR3 Motherboard £84.98
(£70.82) £84.98
(£70.82)
OCZ ZS Series 550W '80 Plus Bronze' Power Supply £54.98
(£45.82) £54.98
(£45.82)
Kingston HyperX Genesis Grey 4GB (2x2GB) DDR3 PC3-12800C9 1600MHz Dual Channel Kit (KHX1600C9D3X2K2/4GX) £19.98
(£16.65) £19.98
(£16.65)
Sub Total : £441.61
Shipping cost assumes delivery to UK Mainland with:
DPD Next Day Parcel
(This can be changed during checkout) Shipping : £10.00
VAT is being charged at 20.00% VAT : £90.32
Total : £541.93
 
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SparkyTechWire said:
It is 1920 x 1080 and is 23"
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Ok, well a GTX560ti will do that all day long, You never said if your DVD drive was IDE or SATA, so included a new one,


Your basketProduct Name Qty Price Line Total
Asus GeForce GTX 560Ti DirectCU II TOP 1024MB GDDR5 PCI-Express Graphics Card **Supplied with BattleField 3 & Batman: Arkham City PC game** £187.99
(£156.66) £187.99
(£156.66)
Intel Core i3-2120 3.30GHz (Sandybridge) Socket LGA1155 Processor - Retail £95.99
(£79.99) £95.99
(£79.99)
Gigabyte Z68AP-D3 Intel Z68 (Socket 1155) DDR3 Motherboard £84.98
(£70.82) £84.98
(£70.82)
OCZ ZS Series 550W '80 Plus Bronze' Power Supply £54.98
(£45.82) £54.98
(£45.82)
Kingston HyperX Genesis Grey 8GB (2x4GB) DDR3 PC3-12800C9 1600MHz Dual Channel Kit (KHX1600C9D3X2K2/8GX) £39.98
(£33.32) £39.98
(£33.32)
OcUK 22x DVD±RW SATA ReWriter (Black) - OEM £17.99
(£14.99) £17.99
(£14.99)
OcUK Professional 2.5" to 3.5" SSD Adaptor Plate - Black £3.98
(£3.32) £3.98
(£3.32)
Sub Total : £404.92
Shipping cost assumes delivery to UK Mainland with:
DPD Next Day Parcel
(This can be changed during checkout) Shipping : £10.00
VAT is being charged at 20.00% VAT : £82.98
Total : £497.90

Included the 2.5" to 3.5" adapter.


You get two free games, you cant overclock this CPU but the motherboard is ivybridge ready for next year.
 
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