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Title: Last time I ask for help on this..
Post by: Ἆxule on December 29, 2011, 02:29:50 AM
My parents are finally going to be able to pay me back soon (around Friday) and that means I'll almost be getting my computer.

With that said, I just want to ask one more time on whether what I have as of right now is perfect.

Spoiler: Current Computer Specs: (click to show/hide)

I just want to make sure that when I buy it, I'm not regretting it afterwards because this is taking a huge bite in my wallet.

Edit: I should add that I'm willing to look at possible upgrades for certain parts. It depends if I have the money for it really.

Thanks in advance for any help and thanks to those who helped me choose what to get.
Title: Re: Last time I ask for help on this..
Post by: Сєşάя on December 29, 2011, 03:49:22 AM
Why not buy a Asus motherboard ?
Title: Re: Last time I ask for help on this..
Post by: Loke on December 29, 2011, 12:19:14 PM
Quote from: Сєşάя on December 29, 2011, 03:49:22 AM
Why not buy a Asus motherboard ?
Title: Re: Last time I ask for help on this..
Post by: Supertoaster on December 29, 2011, 02:09:47 PM
You should get the Asus GTX 560 Ti. It has a much better cooler and I think its the same price.

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814121425 (http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814121425)
Title: Re: Last time I ask for help on this..
Post by: Rocket50 on December 29, 2011, 03:06:38 PM
Check if there's an NCIX near you and buy the exact same parts instore and save on the shipping costs
Title: Re: Last time I ask for help on this..
Post by: Osme on December 30, 2011, 07:47:32 PM
Quote from: Сєşάя on December 29, 2011, 03:49:22 AM
Why not buy a Asus motherboard er'thing ?
Title: Re: Last time I ask for help on this..
Post by: Deacon on December 30, 2011, 08:51:11 PM
DO NOT BUY THAT GIGABYTE, MINE WAS DOA

I REPEAT

DO NOT BUY THE GIGABYTE
Title: Re: Last time I ask for help on this..
Post by: Cable on December 30, 2011, 09:26:16 PM
Quote from: Deacon on December 30, 2011, 08:51:11 PM
DO NOT BUY THAT GIGABYTE, MINE WAS DOA

I REPEAT

DO NOT BUY THE GIGABYTE
Wont they replace it for free?
Title: Re: Last time I ask for help on this..
Post by: Deacon on December 30, 2011, 10:30:54 PM
Quote from: Cable on December 30, 2011, 09:26:16 PM
Wont they replace it for free?

I got a refund from frys, bought an asus
Title: Re: Last time I ask for help on this..
Post by: Supertoaster on December 30, 2011, 10:59:57 PM
Quote from: Deacon on December 30, 2011, 10:30:54 PM
I got a refund from frys, bought an asus
Asus is best

GET ASUS EVERYTHING
Title: Re: Last time I ask for help on this..
Post by: Ἆxule on December 30, 2011, 11:03:18 PM
Quote from: Supertoaster on December 29, 2011, 02:09:47 PM
You should get the Asus GTX 560 Ti. It has a much better cooler and I think its the same price.

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814121425 (http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814121425)

It's the same price, but the reviews were different. The one you linked didnt have so many hot reviews, but I doubt that's going to change much. Are you sure about this?

and since everyone is reccomending an asus motherboard, I'll do that.
Title: Re: Last time I ask for help on this..
Post by: Supertoaster on December 31, 2011, 12:20:27 AM
Quote from: Ἆxule on December 30, 2011, 11:03:18 PM
It's the same price, but the reviews were different. The one you linked didnt have so many hot reviews, but I doubt that's going to change much. Are you sure about this?

and since everyone is reccomending an asus motherboard, I'll do that.
The Asus has less reviews, that's probably why. I think the EVGA one is actually better now unless you're going to do some OC'ing
Title: Re: Last time I ask for help on this..
Post by: Ἆxule on December 31, 2011, 12:23:08 AM
Quote from: Supertoaster on December 31, 2011, 12:20:27 AM
The Asus has less reviews, that's probably why. I think the EVGA one is actually better now unless you're going to do some OC'ing

I wasn't planning on Over Clocking. Cool, thanks, Ill get that instead then.
Title: Re: Last time I ask for help on this..
Post by: Ἆxule on December 31, 2011, 08:14:09 PM
Quote from: Rocket50 on December 29, 2011, 03:06:38 PM
Check if there's an NCIX near you and buy the exact same parts instore and save on the shipping costs

Is there one on the islands?
Specifically O'ahu?

What is that even?
Title: Re: Last time I ask for help on this..
Post by: blαh2355 on December 31, 2011, 08:17:49 PM
Quote from: Ἆxule on December 31, 2011, 08:14:09 PM
Is there one on the islands?
Specifically O'ahu?

What is that even?
This: http://www.ncix.com/ (http://www.ncix.com/)

I guess...
Title: Re: Last time I ask for help on this..
Post by: Ἆxule on December 31, 2011, 09:51:13 PM
Yeah, unless I'm just stupid and can't find it, I don't believe they have a place here in Hawaii.

Edit:

So here is what I have as of right now. I can buy right now if I have to. Anyways..

Spoiler (click to show/hide)

I'm just going to use the monitor and keyboard my dad brought from Iraq until I can scrap up enough money to get them.
Title: Re: Last time I ask for help on this..
Post by: Rocket50 on January 01, 2012, 10:00:16 AM
Quote from: Ἆxule on December 31, 2011, 09:51:13 PM

Ah, that sucks bro. It's always a bitch demanding a fix on parts when it was delivered as opposed to bought instore.

Title: Re: Last time I ask for help on this..
Post by: Ἆxule on January 01, 2012, 12:31:24 PM
Quote from: Rocket50 on January 01, 2012, 10:00:16 AM
Ah, that sucks bro. It's always a bitch demanding a fix on parts when it was delivered as opposed to bought instore.

Well, I talked to my parents about it, and aside from my mom telling me she found some discounts for NewEgg, they also mentioned that I could ship it to my dads friend. My dad is going to go visit him this month, and so my dad comes back, he can just bring along the computer. That'll save me that extra $100 off of shipping.
Title: Re: Last time I ask for help on this..
Post by: omgodzilla on January 09, 2012, 08:31:41 PM
Quote from: Deacon on December 30, 2011, 08:51:11 PM
DO NOT BUY THAT GIGABYTE, MINE WAS DOA

I REPEAT

DO NOT BUY THE GIGABYTE

I bought the same motherboard, and I'm using it right now.
Title: Re: Last time I ask for help on this..
Post by: Ἆxule on January 12, 2012, 06:45:48 PM
Well, I finally bought my computer.

It ended up being a little over $1,000, but that was because I upgraded a few things.

Bad news, I still had to pay the $100 shipping because it wouldn't get to where my dad is in time. And really, when you think about it. it's just more of a pain for him to take care of, plus I would have to wait until the end of January/beginning of February.

I'm still happy though. I can't wait to build my computer : P

Anyways, this can be locked or kept open for discussions and such.

Edit:

When I get enough money again, I'm going to go ahead and buy possibly two new monitors (depends on how much money I have), a new keyboard, and a new mouse + mouse pad.

Spoiler: Links (click to show/hide)

I just want something that I will love. That goes for everything listed (keyboard, monitors, mouse pad)

Also, while I'm at it, I was thinking about getting a new router. The one I currently have keeps derping up every so often. (it's around 5yrs old).
Any suggestions?
Title: Re: Last time I ask for help on this..
Post by: Ἆxule on January 13, 2012, 04:35:10 PM
Bump.
I made a deal with my dad, so I can get the stuff now instead of waiting.

Anyways, what would you suggest for a keyb oard, monitor, and mouse?
I'm buying two monitors too.

Is what I posted good?
(I'm looking for great, not good)
Title: Re: Last time I ask for help on this..
Post by: Frank on January 13, 2012, 04:50:16 PM
For monitors, I understand http://www.necdisplay.com/ (http://www.necdisplay.com/) is pretty good.
Title: Re: Last time I ask for help on this..
Post by: Osme on January 13, 2012, 05:06:51 PM
Quote from: Deacon on December 30, 2011, 08:51:11 PM
DO NOT BUY THAT GIGABYTE, MINE WAS DOA

I REPEAT

[size=fucking too many pt]DO NOT BUY THE GIGABYTE[/size]
/me grabs metal pipe
Boy, dont you be crying like this over a single DOA.
Frank, yeah NEC tends to be good, but they tend to cost a lot.
Asus, along with mobos, make epic displays.
G500 is a solid mouse from logitech (I recommend it till the day I die)
and keyboard... Go with something not from razer. Cant go too wrong as long as you follow that piece of advice.
Title: Re: Last time I ask for help on this..
Post by: Samo on January 13, 2012, 08:50:22 PM
Great choice of monitor, If I could find one in Australia I would get it. For a mouse I use the Razer Deathadder. It's pretty comfortable and it fits my big hand.
DO NOT get a Razer keyboard. Nearly all of them are faulty. A friend of mine has wasted $150 on a keyboard with faulty LED's
For a router I have the Billion 7800N, It works great with good wireless signall, though its setup can be a problem. Anyways;
Enjoy your new rig!
Title: Re: Last time I ask for help on this..
Post by: Deacon on January 13, 2012, 10:45:19 PM
Quote from: Degtyarev on January 13, 2012, 05:06:51 PM
/me grabs metal pipe
Boy, dont you be crying like this over a single DOA.
Frank, yeah NEC tends to be good, but they tend to cost a lot.
Asus, along with mobos, make epic displays.
G500 is a solid mouse from logitech (I recommend it till the day I die)
and keyboard... Go with something not from razer. Cant go too wrong as long as you follow that piece of advice.


Didn't you already get on my ass about this? I get it.
Title: Re: Last time I ask for help on this..
Post by: Supertoaster on January 14, 2012, 03:30:23 AM
Quote from: Ἆxule on January 13, 2012, 04:35:10 PM
Bump.
I made a deal with my dad, so I can get the stuff now instead of waiting.

Anyways, what would you suggest for a keyb oard, monitor, and mouse?
I'm buying two monitors too.

Is what I posted good?
(I'm looking for great, not good)


For keyboard, if you want a regular keyboard a Microsoft Sidewinder x4
For mouse, I loves me my Razer Deathadder
Title: Re: Last time I ask for help on this..
Post by: Сєşάя on January 14, 2012, 02:21:19 PM
Quote from: Ἆxule on January 13, 2012, 04:35:10 PM
Bump.
I made a deal with my dad, so I can get the stuff now instead of waiting.

Anyways, what would you suggest for a keyb oard, monitor, and mouse?
I'm buying two monitors too.

Is what I posted good?
(I'm looking for great, not good)

A good brand of computer peripherals is Logitech.