My computer (in my sig) has just gone pop.
I was gaming when the system restarted, only it didn't. When I switch it on now, nearly all (see below) the fans spin but there are no beeps, no output to the screens, no nuffink. I've done the usual; swapped the graphics, unplugged everything bar 1 stick of ram, tried different slots etc., but I'm guessing it's a MB or processor problem. I think probably the latter as when I power on now the CPU fan doesn't spin without a prod from a finger
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Now normally I'd be rubbing my hands at the prospect of a new build. I'd be on these forums for days researching components and seeking advice. But nowadays I work away from home a lot whereas the wife works from home and urgently needs the computer back up and running.
So (eventually ) to the point. Can you clever chaps spec me and new rig? The budgets £300-£350 with a bit of flex. Is there anything worth salvaging (ram etc.) or is that just going to cause a bottle neck?
I was looking at some of the bundles which looked good value but I'm so out of touch I'm not sure where to begin (I've no allegiance to AMD or Intel). I'm aware new processors may be out this month which may see prices drop but unfortunately time is of the essence.
Finally if I was to re-use bits and the spec came in under budget I might consider spending a bit to get a SSD for the OS.
Your thoughts eagerly awaited.
cheers ss.
p.s. Forgot to mention it will be used for music editing (heavy), gaming (medium), wife's work (who cares). Only mild overclocking and I like things quiet these days (must be getting old).
I was gaming when the system restarted, only it didn't. When I switch it on now, nearly all (see below) the fans spin but there are no beeps, no output to the screens, no nuffink. I've done the usual; swapped the graphics, unplugged everything bar 1 stick of ram, tried different slots etc., but I'm guessing it's a MB or processor problem. I think probably the latter as when I power on now the CPU fan doesn't spin without a prod from a finger
.Now normally I'd be rubbing my hands at the prospect of a new build. I'd be on these forums for days researching components and seeking advice. But nowadays I work away from home a lot whereas the wife works from home and urgently needs the computer back up and running.
So (eventually ) to the point. Can you clever chaps spec me and new rig? The budgets £300-£350 with a bit of flex. Is there anything worth salvaging (ram etc.) or is that just going to cause a bottle neck?
I was looking at some of the bundles which looked good value but I'm so out of touch I'm not sure where to begin (I've no allegiance to AMD or Intel). I'm aware new processors may be out this month which may see prices drop but unfortunately time is of the essence.
Finally if I was to re-use bits and the spec came in under budget I might consider spending a bit to get a SSD for the OS.
Your thoughts eagerly awaited.
cheers ss.
p.s. Forgot to mention it will be used for music editing (heavy), gaming (medium), wife's work (who cares). Only mild overclocking and I like things quiet these days (must be getting old).
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