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RutilusUnus
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Posted - 2011.06.24 23:25:00 -
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My netbook that I've been playing eve on for a few months now does not have shader model 3.0 capability so I am looking at getting a new computer but am wanting to build it from scratch. I have no formal training in regards to building computers but I've taken apart a few laptops and desktops so I can recognize the parts well enough. This will be my first time putting a desktop together from scratch though.
What I need help from OOPE is guidance on what is and isn't important. I have around 1200$ to spend on a computer at the moment. I'm not looking to pimp out anything but I would like to be able to run EVE at around 30 fps at least when in space.
I pretty much need everything besides a mouse haha. I've been looking around at newegg and tigerdirect but I'm lost when it comes to processor speed, overclocking, etc.
At the very least, does anyone know of any good websites that have good information for building a desktop for a newbie? 
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RutilusUnus
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Posted - 2011.06.25 00:38:00 -
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 Originally by: Blacksquirrel
Edited by: Blacksquirrel on 25/06/2011 00:32:39
Edited by: Blacksquirrel on 25/06/2011 00:28:42
Core i5-i7 more cache the better.
4-6 gb of ddr3 higher the freq the better.
460 or above or amd 6850 or above.
depending on cost. Go 64gb SSD for OS, and 500bg + 7200rpm (or above) with 32-64mb cache for main storage.
monitors your choice...
sound depends on what you want.
Also buy a large case unless you want to cut out stuff to fit the VGA. And check for good cable management reviews. Example I have this case its not large btw http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811119235&cm_re=scout_storm-_-11-119-235-_-Product
oh yeah mobo and PSU...
really just dont go micro for desktop, ASRock P67 EXTREME4 (B3) LGA 1155 Intel P67 SATA 6Gb/s USB 3.0 ATX Intel Motherboard
or
MSI Z68A-GD65 (B3) LGA 1155 Intel Z68 HDMI SATA 6Gb/s USB 3.0 ATX Intel Motherboard
PSU you just need 500 - 600w anything else is overkill. Also get MODULAR CABLING!!! YOU WILL THANK ME LATER!
It's also good to get cabling ties or wraps so everything isn't all over the place.
Also lol right on neweggs front page How to build a computer.
http://www.newegg.com/Store/Computer.aspx?name=Computer-Hardware
God damnit lol...I must have missed that. Oh well 
Thanks for the info though. I just needed something to work off of really. I'll adjust it based on what I need. Core i7 might be overkill for me tbh.
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RutilusUnus
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Posted - 2011.07.29 01:37:00 -
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So, I've been doing a lot of browsing, watching videos and etc. I've come up with a list of items to build the comp with. I know I don't have a few things (keyboard and GPU). I don't care too much about the keyboard but I've been keeping up with the forums and have noticed that some people have been having hardware meltdowns from heat. What has this been happening to mainly? The mobo and gpu?
Here is my list (tell me whether these items are good or bad)
Case: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=11-156-063&SortField=1&SummaryType=0&Pagesize=10&PurchaseMark=&SelectedRating=-1&VideoOnlyMark=False&VendorMark=&IsFeedbackTab=true&Keywords=%28keywords%29&Page=1#scrollFullInfo
Processor: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16819115072
Monitor: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16824236051
Hard Drive: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16822136771
RAM: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820145345&cm_sp=Pers_ShellShockerBuyAlong-_-20-145-345_2_DM-_-13-128-488
PSU:http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817371016
MOBO: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813157229
PS. Please give me some advice on the graphics card. I'm still kinda lost on what I need.
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RutilusUnus
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Posted - 2011.07.29 15:49:00 -
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Future proofing was somewhat what I was trying to accomplish with my build, but Akita T's example does make sense. And I had heard that the biggest bottleneck has been the graphics card and not the processor. I have no plans on overclocking my CPU either, partially because I have no earthly idea on how I would do that.
I looked at that "Budget PC" thread and was just flat out shocked that a good pc could be built so cheaply. And I went with the 250gb because I really didn't know HDD's were so damn cheap.
I used some of the same parts from the Budget PC thread but changed a few of them
HDD
GPU
Case
PSU
MoBo
CPU
RAM
Monitor
Optical Drive
Total price: $624
I may be able to find an old monitor and keyboard and use them which would make the price around $540.
PS. Thanks for all the help so far. I really appreciate it.
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RutilusUnus
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Posted - 2011.07.29 18:40:00 -
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Originally by: Akita T
Originally by: RutilusUnus
I looked at that "Budget PC" thread and was just flat out shocked that a good pc could be built so cheaply.
That was me, roughly 5 years ago, after my previously-purchased "muscle machine" of almost 10 years ago actually broke down (I think it was the motherboard capacitors) and I was looking for a replacement machine (I didn't actually need a stronger machine, just one that worked - and got one that was much better from all viewpoints for a tiny fraction of the cost of the old one).
And the machine that I build will hopefully last a few years. And upgrading every few years makes more sense, because your gear stays more current and it's cheaper pretty much. 540 is really good for a brand new system.
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