Questions on Building My Own Computer

aimerzz4 · 06-06-2007, 06:32 PM

Hi, I'm new to this forum. I specifically came here to ask questions on building my own computer. I am in desperate need of a new computer because the current computer I have now is basically crap and seriously needs to be trashed.

I need a computer that I can run multitasking programs such as Photoshop CS3, Dreamweaver, Sony Vegas, video editing, etc. I could also say that I'm a casual gamer, so I think a sufficient graphics card would do.

The problem, though, is that I have no clue which hardware would be best for what I will use this computer for. I'm also a poor student and need to be on a budget. I heard that if I do my research, I can get a nicely built computer for a lot less than buying a computer from Dell, etc.
Would anyone be kind enough to give me a specific list of parts I need to start building my own computer? I also do not plan on building this computer myself; I think I'll go to a computer deli or something and have them build it for me.
Let me know...thanks.

chupacabra · 06-06-2007, 06:40 PM

Can you tell us, what your budget would be? and if you are in the united states?

aimerzz4 · 06-06-2007, 06:42 PM

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Originally Posted by chupacabra

Can you tell us, what your budget would be? and if you are in the united states?

Yes, I'm in the United States. I'd say my budget would be around $1000, wouldn't mind if it was a couple hundred dollars above or even better--less. Thanks.

chupacabra · 06-06-2007, 06:47 PM

Meh i forgot to ask some other things like, you have an os already? or do you need monitor or mouse/keyboard?

aimerzz4 · 06-06-2007, 06:52 PM

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Originally Posted by chupacabra

Meh i forgot to ask some other things like, you have an os already? or do you need monitor or mouse/keyboard?

Yeah, I'd have to say I'd need a monitor, mouse, and keyboard. And I'd probably need an OS for this new computer. BTW, I have 0 parts to even build a computer. Right now I'm just feeling it out and asking questions to see what it'd be like and what parts I'd need and stuff.

chupacabra · 06-06-2007, 07:21 PM

aimerzz4 · 06-06-2007, 07:25 PM

Oh, thanks so much. lol. I'll definitely check into it!

aimerzz4 · 06-06-2007, 07:28 PM

Question...for the operating system, could I get something cheap like Xandros Linux and then change my OS later on...?

aimerzz4 · 06-06-2007, 07:43 PM

This sounds like a stupid question, but does that list include internet connectivity ports, USB ports, etc. Also would I be able to add bluetooth to it?

chupacabra · 06-06-2007, 07:53 PM

Well for the os, you can but most of the stuff you plan to run it wouldn't run and for the internet connectivity, they're integrated in the mother board ( the 56k modem isn't included but well i doubt you'll need it since you probably have dsl or cable or wireless) and not really sure about the bluetooh.

06-06-2007, 06:32 PM	#1 (permalink)
aimerzz4 New Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 8	Questions on Building My Own Computer Hi, I'm new to this forum. I specifically came here to ask questions on building my own computer. I am in desperate need of a new computer because the current computer I have now is basically crap and seriously needs to be trashed. I need a computer that I can run multitasking programs such as Photoshop CS3, Dreamweaver, Sony Vegas, video editing, etc. I could also say that I'm a casual gamer, so I think a sufficient graphics card would do. The problem, though, is that I have no clue which hardware would be best for what I will use this computer for. I'm also a poor student and need to be on a budget. I heard that if I do my research, I can get a nicely built computer for a lot less than buying a computer from Dell, etc. Would anyone be kind enough to give me a specific list of parts I need to start building my own computer? I also do not plan on building this computer myself; I think I'll go to a computer deli or something and have them build it for me. Let me know...thanks.

06-06-2007, 06:40 PM	#2 (permalink)
chupacabra Diamond Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Posts: 1,898	Can you tell us, what your budget would be? and if you are in the united states? __________________ My Rig e7200 @ 2.53ghz 4GB G.skill pc6400 Seagate hdd 250gb Gigabyte P35 DS3L Sapphire 4850 Corsair 750 watts Raidmax Smilodon

06-06-2007, 06:47 PM	#4 (permalink)
chupacabra Diamond Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Posts: 1,898	Meh i forgot to ask some other things like, you have an os already? or do you need monitor or mouse/keyboard? __________________ My Rig e7200 @ 2.53ghz 4GB G.skill pc6400 Seagate hdd 250gb Gigabyte P35 DS3L Sapphire 4850 Corsair 750 watts Raidmax Smilodon

06-06-2007, 07:21 PM	#6 (permalink)
chupacabra Diamond Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Posts: 1,898	Something like this would do the trick for what you want, if you have extra cash i suggest you to get the 8800 gts ( around 270$) since it'll be a lot better than the 8600 GT and you could probably change some things or get a better monitor, etc. Dvd-burner http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16827106049 Case http://www.amazon.com/Antec-Hundred-...1153828&sr=8-1 Hard drive http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16822148140 Monitor http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16824254023 video card http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16814127286 Keyboard http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16823126178 Mouse http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16826104178 Ram http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16820231098 Mother board http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16813128012 Processor http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16819115003 Power supply http://www.buy.com/prod/corsair-hx52...203270716.html Operative system http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16832116204 Total: $1230.97 does not include shipping __________________ My Rig e7200 @ 2.53ghz 4GB G.skill pc6400 Seagate hdd 250gb Gigabyte P35 DS3L Sapphire 4850 Corsair 750 watts Raidmax Smilodon

06-06-2007, 07:53 PM	#10 (permalink)
chupacabra Diamond Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Posts: 1,898	Well for the os, you can but most of the stuff you plan to run it wouldn't run and for the internet connectivity, they're integrated in the mother board ( the 56k modem isn't included but well i doubt you'll need it since you probably have dsl or cable or wireless) and not really sure about the bluetooh. __________________ My Rig e7200 @ 2.53ghz 4GB G.skill pc6400 Seagate hdd 250gb Gigabyte P35 DS3L Sapphire 4850 Corsair 750 watts Raidmax Smilodon

06-06-2007, 07:25 PM	#7 (permalink)
aimerzz4 New Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 8	Oh, thanks so much. lol. I'll definitely check into it!

06-06-2007, 07:28 PM	#8 (permalink)
aimerzz4 New Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 8	Question...for the operating system, could I get something cheap like Xandros Linux and then change my OS later on...?

06-06-2007, 07:43 PM	#9 (permalink)
aimerzz4 New Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 8	This sounds like a stupid question, but does that list include internet connectivity ports, USB ports, etc. Also would I be able to add bluetooth to it?

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