Recent content by El_pollo_loco

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    Help with compact gaming build

    Also, I see your suggestion now. That all looks reasonable. However, I need a case that is <14" tall as I want to put in in a open bookshelf (to get it away from the kids). Any suggestions? Ideally, - Less than 14" tall - Looks semi-professional (e.g., brushed metal) vs. something that looks...
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    Help with compact gaming build

    Thanks for quick response. My budget is $2000, but would spend more or less than that if it made sense (i.e., mostly looking for value and money isn't that big of a concern). What do you mean by "not coming out ahead on the storage solution"? My idea behind the 500gb SSD is I don't want the...
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    Help with compact gaming build

    Need some help Basically, I want to build a computer, rather than buy one. The cost savings appear surprisingly large and having done it before, it isn't that hard. I used to build systems 10 years ago, and have a BSEE but haven't used it for years. So I have some knowledge, but don't have...