Another new build checklist...

j0hn00 · 08-01-2005, 02:57 PM

I'm building a new system for my computer illiterate sister. She just needs one to store and send pictures from her digital camera, do some internet browsing, and occasional word processing. I just wanted some opinions before I go ahead and order the parts. My main concern is the case's power supply, which is only 12V@12A.

Total cost is $351.80 including shipping.

Antec MINUET II Black Steel MicroATX Slim Case Computer Case 220Watt SmartPower with 20-pin connector Power Supply - Retail
http://www.newegg.com/product/produc...82E16811129161

AMD Sempron 2800+ Palermo 800MHz FSB 256KB L2 Cache Socket 754 Processor - Retail
http://www.newegg.com/product/produc...82E16819104224

MSI K8M800-CE Socket 754 VIA K8M800 Micro ATX AMD Motherboard - Retail
http://www.newegg.com/product/produc...82E16813130494

CORSAIR ValueSelect 512MB 184-Pin DDR SDRAM Unbuffered DDR 400 (PC 3200) System Memory - Retail
http://www.newegg.com/product/produc...82E16820145026

Western Digital Caviar SE WD800JD 80GB 7200 RPM 8MB Cache Serial ATA150 Hard Drive - OEM
http://www.newegg.com/product/produc...82E16822135106

ASUS Silver 52X CD-ROM IDE CD-ROM Drive Model CD-S520-A5 - Retail
http://www.newegg.com/product/produc...82E16827134010

**Praetor** · 08-01-2005, 04:45 PM

1. Jack it to a DVDROM ... have a look at Litey 'ROMs
2. Also crank the PSU a notch. If budget tells you that it means another case ... then get another case.

billybobjoe · 08-02-2005, 03:51 AM

looks good but upgrade some of the stuff

**Praetor** · 08-02-2005, 05:03 AM

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looks good but upgrade some of the stuff

Upgrade from what "stuff" to what "stuff"

j0hn00 · 08-03-2005, 03:23 AM

I'm still looking for another slim micro ATX case, but haven't found one with a better power supply. If you're wondering why micro ATX, my sister lives in a tiny studio and doesn't have the space.

XHotxEx791 · 08-03-2005, 05:07 AM

Don't forget windows and ac5 if needed. As for microatx case, is it really necessary. A mid tower doesn't take up that much space. You'll probably need room for a monitor anyway.
Roger

Adam Warren · 08-03-2005, 05:36 AM

get a nice 500w psu for sure. get a nice ultra one

j0hn00 · 08-03-2005, 02:46 PM

Quote:

Don't forget windows and ac5 if needed. As for microatx case, is it really necessary. A mid tower doesn't take up that much space. You'll probably need room for a monitor anyway.

I've got an OS and will be using the stock HSF. A 15" LCD will be placed on top of the computer, which will be placed on top of her desk / dining table / ironing board / foot rest. Space is the first issue, then aesthetics, then functionality.

**Praetor** · 08-05-2005, 01:41 AM

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If you're wondering why micro ATX, my sister lives in a tiny studio and doesn't have the space.

IMO mATX cases arent all that much smaller than their ATX siblings ... a route you may want to take is HTPC/SFPC with a PentiumM box ... efficient as hell

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will be placed on top of her desk / dining table / ironing board / foot rest

Hah! I know that feeling hehe

08-01-2005, 02:57 PM	#1 (permalink)
j0hn00 Gold Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Posts: 324	Another new build checklist... I'm building a new system for my computer illiterate sister. She just needs one to store and send pictures from her digital camera, do some internet browsing, and occasional word processing. I just wanted some opinions before I go ahead and order the parts. My main concern is the case's power supply, which is only 12V@12A. Total cost is $351.80 including shipping. Antec MINUET II Black Steel MicroATX Slim Case Computer Case 220Watt SmartPower with 20-pin connector Power Supply - Retail http://www.newegg.com/product/produc...82E16811129161 AMD Sempron 2800+ Palermo 800MHz FSB 256KB L2 Cache Socket 754 Processor - Retail http://www.newegg.com/product/produc...82E16819104224 MSI K8M800-CE Socket 754 VIA K8M800 Micro ATX AMD Motherboard - Retail http://www.newegg.com/product/produc...82E16813130494 CORSAIR ValueSelect 512MB 184-Pin DDR SDRAM Unbuffered DDR 400 (PC 3200) System Memory - Retail http://www.newegg.com/product/produc...82E16820145026 Western Digital Caviar SE WD800JD 80GB 7200 RPM 8MB Cache Serial ATA150 Hard Drive - OEM http://www.newegg.com/product/produc...82E16822135106 ASUS Silver 52X CD-ROM IDE CD-ROM Drive Model CD-S520-A5 - Retail http://www.newegg.com/product/produc...82E16827134010

08-01-2005, 04:45 PM	#2 (permalink)
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08-03-2005, 05:07 AM	#6 (permalink)
XHotxEx791 Gold Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Hawaii Age: 18 Posts: 318	Don't forget windows and ac5 if needed. As for microatx case, is it really necessary. A mid tower doesn't take up that much space. You'll probably need room for a monitor anyway. Roger __________________ damasta55r-computing.net tech-forums.net cnet gamespot computerforum.com (banned account)

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08-02-2005, 03:51 AM	#3 (permalink)
billybobjoe banned Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 131	looks good but upgrade some of the stuff

08-03-2005, 03:23 AM	#5 (permalink)
j0hn00 Gold Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Posts: 324	I'm still looking for another slim micro ATX case, but haven't found one with a better power supply. If you're wondering why micro ATX, my sister lives in a tiny studio and doesn't have the space.