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System specs for new PC
Hey experts, just seeing if all these parts will work together ok and any recommendations or good/bad things that have happened to you with these!
CPU - Intel Pentium 4 "Prescott" 3.2GHz (800FSB) with HT Technology - Retail (CP-047-IN)
http://www.overclockers.co.uk/acatalog/Intel_Pentium_4_Socket_478.html
Mobo - Asus P4P800 SE "Springdale" (Socket 478) Motherboard (MB-025-AS)
http://www.overclockers.co.uk/acatalog/asus_intel_motherboards.html
RAM - Crucial 512MB DDR PC3200 CAS3 (CT6464Z40B) (MY-024-CR)
http://www.overclockers.co.uk/acatalog/Crucial_Value.html
Case - AOpen H600A Super Tower 300W 20-Pin PSU (CA-003-AO)
http://www.overclockers.co.uk/acatalog/AOpen_cases.html
OR
CoolerMaster Centurion 2 - Silver (No PSU) (CA-052-CM)
http://www.overclockers.co.uk/acatalog/Online_Catalogue_Coolermaster_Cases_126.html
Im not too familiar with case/mobo sizes, so whichever fits basicly
And if the Coolmaster, can i have a reasonably priced PSU for it too... from www.overclockers.co.uk too.
This is my first PC build, well more of an upgrage since im keeping 2 hdds, sound, network card, gfx but the rest is new. Are there any other cables, connectors etc i need to fit this all to a new case and transfer my old bits over?
Thanks experts, ask if you need any more info.
Cheers
Cof
CPU - Intel Pentium 4 "Prescott" 3.2GHz (800FSB) with HT Technology - Retail (CP-047-IN)
http://www.overclockers.co.uk/acatalog/Intel_Pentium_4_Socket_478.html
Mobo - Asus P4P800 SE "Springdale" (Socket 478) Motherboard (MB-025-AS)
http://www.overclockers.co.uk/acatalog/asus_intel_motherboards.html
RAM - Crucial 512MB DDR PC3200 CAS3 (CT6464Z40B) (MY-024-CR)
http://www.overclockers.co.uk/acatalog/Crucial_Value.html
Case - AOpen H600A Super Tower 300W 20-Pin PSU (CA-003-AO)
http://www.overclockers.co.uk/acatalog/AOpen_cases.html
OR
CoolerMaster Centurion 2 - Silver (No PSU) (CA-052-CM)
http://www.overclockers.co.uk/acatalog/Online_Catalogue_Coolermaster_Cases_126.html
Im not too familiar with case/mobo sizes, so whichever fits basicly
And if the Coolmaster, can i have a reasonably priced PSU for it too... from www.overclockers.co.uk too.
This is my first PC build, well more of an upgrage since im keeping 2 hdds, sound, network card, gfx but the rest is new. Are there any other cables, connectors etc i need to fit this all to a new case and transfer my old bits over?
Thanks experts, ask if you need any more info.
Cheers
Cof
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best powersupply unit is at www.pcpowerandcooling.com. Don't skimp on power - you'll have problems if you do. I went with the Turbo-Cool 510 Deluxe. You'll be happy you decided on it if you go with it.
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I would suggest a >420W psu too, just to make it stable. Also, I've seen several boards of this model from asus die for no reason...consider an Abit board (IS or IC series)...I've seen so many asus boards die or malfunction, that I will never buy an asus again for personal use.
Blue Rishi
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Blue Rishi, i have to disagree with you on this one; up to now all my asus boards work fine, and have an excellent compatibility.
That is my opinion.
That is my opinion.
that's ok, I just stated my opinion and experience...as was asked for
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ok, the Power calc rekons i need 299W minimum...so i can see why 300w is skimping on it a little. i think ill go with the Coolmaster case, so can someone recommend a PSU from www.overclockers.co.uk that will go in this, around 500W, but not too expensive as a 15yo can only afford so much.... :-(
Cheers
Cof
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Cof
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Oh, as for the motherboard, Gigabyte GA-8IPE775 Pro (LGA775) Motherboard (MB-023-GI) from http://www.overclockers.co.uk/acatalog/Gigabyte.html seem a better alternative to the ASUS?
I take it this will fit into the coolmaster case too?
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I take it this will fit into the coolmaster case too?
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im thinking Antec TrueBlue 480W PSU (CA-003-AN) from http://www.overclockers.co.uk/acatalog/Online_Catalogue_Antec_103.html ?
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Ok thanks all, ill order those in the next day or two... bet i cook the processor tho :-P
Cheers all
Cof
Cheers all
Cof
I would go with the Gigabyte board, but I know not all experts would agree with me on that...Gb has come a long way and I think it might outperforme the Asus board...(notice: the Gb board supports LGA775 Processors only!!!), nice board: s-ata, gigabit lan, firewire, 8 channel audio, etc...
As for the psu; good choice...
Have fun building your system!
Blue Rishi
As for the psu; good choice...
Have fun building your system!
Blue Rishi
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Lol thanks blue, just checked the cpu i had chosen and it wasnt a 775! ty for pointing this out, ive got the right one now :)
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