Sassafrasquatch
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Hello, I'm trying to build the ultimate computer for around $2200. I'm using the computer for high-end 3d animation, video editing, photoshop, and games.
I loathe Macs and have assembled a list I believe will do the trick through neweegg. com. (I've bought from them before, and love the service) I was wondering if someone could give me some feedback on this because I'm not all up to date on compatibility issues and have'nt built a computer like this before. Any help on problems I might have with these specific parts or there interaction, or any comments would be greatly appreciated, thanks.
Thermaltake VA3000 Dream Tower Black Tsunami VA3000BWA ATX Case with Transparent X type side panel window -RETAIL
Specifications:
Case Type: Mid Tower
Color: Black
Material: Aluminum
Drive Bays: 5.25" x 4/0, 3.5" x 2/5 (external/internal)
Expansion Slots: 7
Front Ports: 2 x USB2.0, 2 x audio, 1 x IEEE1394
Power Supply: N/A
Cooling System: 1 x 120mm front fan, 1 x 90mm side fan, 1 x 120mm Blue LED rear fan
Motherboard Compatibility: Mini ATX, ATX, Full ATX (Dual CPU)
Dimensions: 19.5" x 8.3" x 18.9"(HxWxD)
Features: Mirror coating, Lockable safety side-panel more info-> N82E16811133132 $125.00 $125.00
MSI "K8T Master2-FAR" VIA K8T800 Chipset Motherboard for Dual/Single AMD Socket 940 CPU -RETAIL
Specifications:
Supported CPU: Socket 940 for Dual AMD Opteron 200 or Single Athlon-64 FX51/Opteron 100/200 Processors
Chipset: VIA K8T800 + VT8237
RAM: 4x DIMM for DDR400/333/266 Max 8GB(See Details)
IDE: 2x ATA 133 up to 4 Devices
Slots: 1x AGP Pro 8X, 4x PCI
Ports: 2xPS/2,1xLPT,2xCOM,1xLAN,6xUSB2.0(Rear 2),Audio header
Onboard Audio: Avance Logic ALC201A CODEC
Onboard LAN: Broadcom BCM5705 GbE
Onboard SATA/RAID: 2x Serial ATA, RAID 0/1
Form Factor: ATX more info-> N82E16813130436 $220.00 $220.00
Aspire 520W 12V Black Triple Fan Aluminum Power Supply, Model "ATX-AS520W BLACK" -RETAIL
Specifications:
Type: ATX
Maximum Power: 520W
Material: Aluminum
Dimensions(DxWxH): 150x168.5x86mm
Shipping Weight: @pc 4.5 lbs / 8pcs Per Box
Features: ATX 520 P4 Aluminum Power Supply w/2*8 cm UV Blue Fan Intake Heat w/1*8 cm UV Blue Fan Exhaust Heat w/4 Blue Led Multi-Color Coated Components & PC Board Green UV Sensitive Wiresleeve & Connectors w/Fan Speed Adjuster w/ I/O Switch Cable-Tube-Tied Wires for Neatness w/Gift Box more info-> N82E16817148008 $55.00 $55.00
2x AMD Opteron Model 242, 1MB L2 Cache 64-bit Processor - OEM
Supports Dual Processor Opteron Motherboards
Specifications:
Model: AMD Opteron Model 242
Core: Hammer
Operating Frequency: 1.6GHz
FSB: Integrated into Chip
Cache: L2/ 1MB
Voltage: 1.65V
Process: 0.13Micron
Socket: Socket 940
Multimedia Instruction: MMX, SSE, SSE2, 3DNOW!, 3DNOW!+
Packaging: OEM(Processor Only) more info-> N82E16819103388 $203.00 $406.00
OCZ Enhanced Latency Series Dual Channel Kit 184 Pin 1GB(512MBx2) ECC Registered DDR PC-3200
Specifications:
Manufacturer: OCZ
Speed: DDR400(PC3200)
Type: 184 Pin DDR SDRAM
Error Checking: ECC
Registered/Unbuffered: Registered
Cas Latency: 2-2-3-6
Support Voltage: 2.6V
Bandwidth: 3.2GB/s
Organization: two 64M x 72-Bit
Special Features: Specially Engineered and Optimized for the AMD Athlon64 FX platform
Warranty: Lifetime This product has been specifically designed for use on the AMD Athlon64 FX platform and should not be used on any other desktop platform. more info-> N82E16820146940 $286.00 $286.00
DIY Blowout Sale!
Western Digital Raptor 74GB 10,000RPM SATA Hard Drive, Model WD740GD,
SAMSUNG 160GB 7200RPM SATA Hard Drive, Model SP1614C, OEM Drive
DIY Blowout Sale!
NEC 8X Beige Dual Layer DVD+/-RW Drive, Model ND-2510A, OEM BULK
Optorite IDE/ATAPI 52X32X52 CD-RW Drive, Model CW5201, Retail
I have a 6800 gt and a 6.1 soundcard to throw into the mix. (already deducted from my $2200 budget)
I loathe Macs and have assembled a list I believe will do the trick through neweegg. com. (I've bought from them before, and love the service) I was wondering if someone could give me some feedback on this because I'm not all up to date on compatibility issues and have'nt built a computer like this before. Any help on problems I might have with these specific parts or there interaction, or any comments would be greatly appreciated, thanks.
Thermaltake VA3000 Dream Tower Black Tsunami VA3000BWA ATX Case with Transparent X type side panel window -RETAIL
Specifications:
Case Type: Mid Tower
Color: Black
Material: Aluminum
Drive Bays: 5.25" x 4/0, 3.5" x 2/5 (external/internal)
Expansion Slots: 7
Front Ports: 2 x USB2.0, 2 x audio, 1 x IEEE1394
Power Supply: N/A
Cooling System: 1 x 120mm front fan, 1 x 90mm side fan, 1 x 120mm Blue LED rear fan
Motherboard Compatibility: Mini ATX, ATX, Full ATX (Dual CPU)
Dimensions: 19.5" x 8.3" x 18.9"(HxWxD)
Features: Mirror coating, Lockable safety side-panel more info-> N82E16811133132 $125.00 $125.00
MSI "K8T Master2-FAR" VIA K8T800 Chipset Motherboard for Dual/Single AMD Socket 940 CPU -RETAIL
Specifications:
Supported CPU: Socket 940 for Dual AMD Opteron 200 or Single Athlon-64 FX51/Opteron 100/200 Processors
Chipset: VIA K8T800 + VT8237
RAM: 4x DIMM for DDR400/333/266 Max 8GB(See Details)
IDE: 2x ATA 133 up to 4 Devices
Slots: 1x AGP Pro 8X, 4x PCI
Ports: 2xPS/2,1xLPT,2xCOM,1xLAN,6xUSB2.0(Rear 2),Audio header
Onboard Audio: Avance Logic ALC201A CODEC
Onboard LAN: Broadcom BCM5705 GbE
Onboard SATA/RAID: 2x Serial ATA, RAID 0/1
Form Factor: ATX more info-> N82E16813130436 $220.00 $220.00
Aspire 520W 12V Black Triple Fan Aluminum Power Supply, Model "ATX-AS520W BLACK" -RETAIL
Specifications:
Type: ATX
Maximum Power: 520W
Material: Aluminum
Dimensions(DxWxH): 150x168.5x86mm
Shipping Weight: @pc 4.5 lbs / 8pcs Per Box
Features: ATX 520 P4 Aluminum Power Supply w/2*8 cm UV Blue Fan Intake Heat w/1*8 cm UV Blue Fan Exhaust Heat w/4 Blue Led Multi-Color Coated Components & PC Board Green UV Sensitive Wiresleeve & Connectors w/Fan Speed Adjuster w/ I/O Switch Cable-Tube-Tied Wires for Neatness w/Gift Box more info-> N82E16817148008 $55.00 $55.00
2x AMD Opteron Model 242, 1MB L2 Cache 64-bit Processor - OEM
Supports Dual Processor Opteron Motherboards
Specifications:
Model: AMD Opteron Model 242
Core: Hammer
Operating Frequency: 1.6GHz
FSB: Integrated into Chip
Cache: L2/ 1MB
Voltage: 1.65V
Process: 0.13Micron
Socket: Socket 940
Multimedia Instruction: MMX, SSE, SSE2, 3DNOW!, 3DNOW!+
Packaging: OEM(Processor Only) more info-> N82E16819103388 $203.00 $406.00
OCZ Enhanced Latency Series Dual Channel Kit 184 Pin 1GB(512MBx2) ECC Registered DDR PC-3200
Specifications:
Manufacturer: OCZ
Speed: DDR400(PC3200)
Type: 184 Pin DDR SDRAM
Error Checking: ECC
Registered/Unbuffered: Registered
Cas Latency: 2-2-3-6
Support Voltage: 2.6V
Bandwidth: 3.2GB/s
Organization: two 64M x 72-Bit
Special Features: Specially Engineered and Optimized for the AMD Athlon64 FX platform
Warranty: Lifetime This product has been specifically designed for use on the AMD Athlon64 FX platform and should not be used on any other desktop platform. more info-> N82E16820146940 $286.00 $286.00
DIY Blowout Sale!
Western Digital Raptor 74GB 10,000RPM SATA Hard Drive, Model WD740GD,
SAMSUNG 160GB 7200RPM SATA Hard Drive, Model SP1614C, OEM Drive
DIY Blowout Sale!
NEC 8X Beige Dual Layer DVD+/-RW Drive, Model ND-2510A, OEM BULK
Optorite IDE/ATAPI 52X32X52 CD-RW Drive, Model CW5201, Retail
I have a 6800 gt and a 6.1 soundcard to throw into the mix. (already deducted from my $2200 budget)