$300ish Linux Computer Build

Oakley

Oakley

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Hello,

Well I am getting into the computer building scene and would like to build my first computer.
I am starting out at a low budget just because this is my first build and I can always move up.
My budget is $300.00ish shipped.

I will not be doing any gaming on the PC, So as long as the mobo has a OK video to play games on miniclip.com
Other than that it is going to be used 99% of the time for web browsing so I would like it to be as fast as possible for my budget.

Though my budget isn't much I don't want the case to look cheap, something that looks good but doesn't cost a fortune.

Specifications I would like for the PC.
-2GB Ram
-320GB Hard Drive
- Prefer AMD Dual Core 2.0GHz or higher
- CD/ DVD Burner

That is just about it, I will not need a monitor, keyboard/ mouse or OS. Since I already have that stuff and I will also be installing Linux.

I'll make a list here when I get some free time but wanting to see what else everyone comes up with.
Newegg.Com order only.

Shelby,
 
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Alright, I made a list and I like the list so far but want to see what you guys think.
I am pretty set on some items but I think it would be a good build.

Case
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811196035

PSU
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817182074

Mobo
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813186189

Proc.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16819103681

Ram
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820227244

Hard Drive
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16822136039

DVD Burner
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16827136167

What do you guys think, Also the Mobo or Proc. do come with a heatsink? and do I need to buy any thermal paste to apply on the bottom of the proc. or does it have the peal paste on the bottom?

If everything looks good I have to throw some money in the back tomorrow and order everything.
 
rosewill power supplies = crap, i would go with the coolermaster

that hard drive is overpriced

the processor DOES come with a heatsink
 
Alright, I also added to my checklist a anti-static wrist band.
Total for everything without shipping is $332.42
Do you know if Newegg.com has any discounts or first time purchase discounts?
 
Oakley said:
Alright, I also added to my checklist a anti-static wrist band.
Total for everything without shipping is $332.42
Do you know if Newegg.com has any discounts or first time purchase discounts?
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Better and cheaper HDD http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16822136098

and no there is no discount for noobs:P

I thought this might interest you http://www.newegg.com/Product/ComboBundleDetails.aspx?ItemList=Combo.328144

Or maybe this http://www.newegg.com/Product/ComboBundleDetails.aspx?ItemList=Combo.328159 (that a really good deal) although you will have to get PSU, case and CD drive separate.
 
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