Getting my new computer, need help

charles624 · 05-11-2009, 01:58 AM

So I am getting a new computer for school next year in a graphic communication program.

Up to now I have this:

- 2X Hp w2408h monitors
- G9 mouse
- going to get the G19 keyboard
- Wacom tablet

What I need to get:

- A good computer (1000$-1500$ budget) If anyone is interested help build it please
- Anything else that could be usefull?

Tahnks in advance for the help

**bomberboysk** · 05-11-2009, 02:08 AM

What kinda apps you gonna be running? photoshop?

charles624 · 05-11-2009, 02:18 AM

Photoshop, quarkxpress, dreamweaver, vegas all the programs in this category.

I also want gaming, like call of duty 4, and the others are all old games so no worries

Doesn't matter if it goes a bit over budjet

**bomberboysk** · 05-11-2009, 02:22 AM

Alright, how much hdd space u need? In that budget you could prolly fit 1-2TB. Os also needed i presume?

charles624 · 05-11-2009, 02:25 AM

I need an OS, preferably vista even if it sucks

For the hard drive I would need a 1 TB in the computer since i already have a 1 TB external Hdd

**bomberboysk** · 05-11-2009, 02:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by charles624

I need an OS, preferably vista even if it sucks

For the hard drive I would need a 1 TB in the computer since i already have a 1 TB external Hdd

Alright, lets see what we can do(ill update this post with a list momentarily)

Cpu+OS combo, Intel Core i7 920+Vista x64 ultimate: ($404.98 Free Shipping)
http://www.newegg.com/Product/ComboD...t=Combo.182922

Motherboard, Foxconn Renaissance: ($239.99 $189.99 after rebate)
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16813186161

Power Supply, Corsair 750TX: ($119.99 $99.99 after rebate Free Shipping)
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16817139006

Case, Gigabyte: ($179.99 Free Shipping)
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16811233047

2x-Memory, 6gb (3x2gb) 1600mhz Memory. ($94.99, x2- $189.99)
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16820231247

Video Card, EVGA GTX275: ($249.99 $229.99 after rebate Free Shipping)
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16814130475

Hard Drive, Western Digital Caviar Black 1TB: ($99.99 Free Shipping)
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16822136284

ODD, LG dvd+/- RW with Lightscribe: ($25.99 Free Shipping)
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16827136153

CPU Cooler, Xigmatek S1283V Dark Knight: ($39.99 Free Shipping)
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16835233029

Total Before Rebates-------------------------$1,550.89
Total After Rebates---------------------------$1,460.89

charles624 · 05-11-2009, 02:28 AM

Thanks alot

charles624 · 05-11-2009, 02:42 AM

If possible (if not started the list yet) could you do it with tigerdirect please

Thanks in advance

**bomberboysk** · 05-11-2009, 02:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by charles624

If possible (if not started the list yet) could you do it with tigerdirect please

Thanks in advance

Any particular reasons? Newegg has better prices, but if you want it at tiger i can update the list with parts from tiger

charles624 · 05-11-2009, 03:02 AM

Easier for canadians like me

05-11-2009, 01:58 AM	#1 (permalink)
charles624 Silver Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Canada Posts: 132	Getting my new computer, need help So I am getting a new computer for school next year in a graphic communication program. Up to now I have this: - 2X Hp w2408h monitors - G9 mouse - going to get the G19 keyboard - Wacom tablet What I need to get: - A good computer (1000$-1500$ budget) If anyone is interested help build it please - Anything else that could be usefull? Tahnks in advance for the help

05-11-2009, 02:08 AM	#2 (permalink)
bomberboysk Moderator Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Northeast Ohio, But mainly infront of computer Age: 16 Posts: 8,091	What kinda apps you gonna be running? photoshop? __________________ CPU: Intel Core 2 Quad Q9450 @ 3.90Ghz Custom Water Loop \| Mobo: EVGA 790i Ultra SLI \| GPU: 9800gtx and GTS250 in SLI\| Ram: 4GB(2 x 2gb) 1333Mhz ddr3 \| Case: Xclio WTBKAdvanced \| Sound: X-fi Fatal1ty Championship, Z-5500 5.1 Surround\| HDD: 2x Raid 0 7200.11 500gb \| PSU: Zalman ZM-1000HP \|OS: Windows 7 Enterprise x64\| Dont skimp on a power supply,if it fails, it usually takes out other components alongside it. New? Dont forget to read the rules. Heatware P.M. If interested in Shin Etsu X23-7783D

05-11-2009, 02:22 AM	#4 (permalink)
bomberboysk Moderator Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Northeast Ohio, But mainly infront of computer Age: 16 Posts: 8,091	Alright, how much hdd space u need? In that budget you could prolly fit 1-2TB. Os also needed i presume? __________________ CPU: Intel Core 2 Quad Q9450 @ 3.90Ghz Custom Water Loop \| Mobo: EVGA 790i Ultra SLI \| GPU: 9800gtx and GTS250 in SLI\| Ram: 4GB(2 x 2gb) 1333Mhz ddr3 \| Case: Xclio WTBKAdvanced \| Sound: X-fi Fatal1ty Championship, Z-5500 5.1 Surround\| HDD: 2x Raid 0 7200.11 500gb \| PSU: Zalman ZM-1000HP \|OS: Windows 7 Enterprise x64\| Dont skimp on a power supply,if it fails, it usually takes out other components alongside it. New? Dont forget to read the rules. Heatware P.M. If interested in Shin Etsu X23-7783D

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05-11-2009, 02:18 AM	#3 (permalink)
charles624 Silver Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Canada Posts: 132	Photoshop, quarkxpress, dreamweaver, vegas all the programs in this category. I also want gaming, like call of duty 4, and the others are all old games so no worries Doesn't matter if it goes a bit over budjet

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charles624 Silver Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Canada Posts: 132	I need an OS, preferably vista even if it sucks For the hard drive I would need a 1 TB in the computer since i already have a 1 TB external Hdd

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charles624 Silver Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Canada Posts: 132	Thanks alot

05-11-2009, 02:42 AM	#8 (permalink)
charles624 Silver Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Canada Posts: 132	If possible (if not started the list yet) could you do it with tigerdirect please Thanks in advance

05-11-2009, 03:02 AM	#10 (permalink)
charles624 Silver Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Canada Posts: 132	Easier for canadians like me