ready2buy.... but EGG=ROT! $80 +$30 = $110: Antec Case w/430W PSU!!

[pianoplayer88key]

Samsung SH-S203B SATA

(Get the "Retail" version of the optical drive in order to get software with it. This will include the decoder you'll need to watch movies on it.)

The egg doesn't have the retail version of that drive on their site.

I recommend this PSU instead of the one you choose. Its good quality and name brand.
http://www.newegg.com/product/product.aspx?item=N82E16817701007

I also recommend this case instead of the one you chose.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811119137

By replacing those 2 items, you shave off a little bit of cash.

Here is my wishlist if anyone is interested. . This is my next order, hopefully next week.

https://secure.newegg.com/NewVersion/Wishlist/PublicWishDetail.asp?WishListNumber=6939991&WishListTitle=Next+Order

umm... almost double the cost (with the shipping) for the case?
And yes, I'd like to save $ on the PSU, but with that one I'd have to sacrifice too much.
I'm about to click the checkout button in the next few minutes.

 

[SinxarKnights]

What exactly would you have to sacrifice with that PSU, other than the massive 12V rail? The board you chose does not support SLI or Crossfire.

So I guess my real question is, whats the point in purchasing a PSU like that for such a low-end system? Reusablity?

EDIT: Ok. I see. It has a rebate too.

 

[jalpaugh1978]

Ok... Here's my almost final build.

All I need is to drop XP cause it's putting me over my max budget, and I need a couple more case fans. Any recommendations?

Dude just get it... it leaves you plenty of room to upgrade. It's a good build if it's what you want. have fun and G/L

 

[jalpaugh1978]

I would just get two fans total...it's all you need. put one in the front annd one in the back of your case...just remember front=intake and back= exhaust

 

[pianoplayer88key]

would this case be ok? $69.99 shipped.

sinxar: future expandability. I already have 3 HDDs, and wouldn't put it past myself to add 2 or 3 more later as the need arises, as well as a couple extra DVD burners.

 

[SinxarKnights]

Post some pics of it here when you get it all setup!

 

[jalpaugh1978]

yes...looks cool and you won't have to buy extra fans

 

[jalpaugh1978]

i have this case http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811119047 kinda expensive now. I only spent 39.99 on it shipped. Keeps all my components including my 8800gt nice and cool

 

[SinxarKnights]

would this case be ok? $69.99 shipped.

It should work fine and it looks OK.

i have this case http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811119047 kinda expensive now. I only spent 39.99 on it shipped. Keeps all my components including my 8800gt nice and cool

I was looking for that case to show him. I like the one with the silver highlights.

I personally find doors and windows just plain annoying, but thats just me apparently (*Shouts curses at the Blackwidow case on the floor next to the desk*)

 

[jalpaugh1978]

^^^LOL, I'm just cheap

 

[SinxarKnights]

^^^LOL, I'm just cheap

Same. I got this cruddy Blackwidow case. It didn't have a PSU or anything, it was $30. Within a month it vibrated like hell and I almost smashed the entire computer a few times.

Heh, I guess I learned to stay away from really cheap cases. That RC 690 looks mighty fine though...

 

[pianoplayer88key]

shipping would eat me alive on that RC 690.

Ok I'm jumping (unless someone says don't) on the build with the Xion Onyx XON-303 case.

 

[jalpaugh1978]

If it weren't for utter cheapness, this is the case I would have picked up http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811129021

 

[jalpaugh1978]

shipping would eat me alive on that RC 690.

Ok I'm jumping (unless someone says don't) on the build with the Xion Onyx XON-303 case.

it's all good

 

[pianoplayer88key]

*drooollll.....* over the Antec 900... but... *GASP! *faint** over the price!

 

[jalpaugh1978]

awesome isn't it ^^lol

 

[pianoplayer88key]

one thing... the PSU is a bit expensive for my taste. Any suggestions on getting one like $20 or $30 cheaper (shipped) before rebate?

 

[jalpaugh1978]

same power supply but less $ @buy.com http://www.buy.com/prod/corsair-vx-550w-power-supply/q/loc/101/205852646.html

 

[jalpaugh1978]

or get the 450vx

 

[bdaley]

I just bought this case last week, and it's great:

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811119106

One thing I really like about it, it can handle 3 120 mm fans: rear, front, and side. I'm running front and rear fans and it's basically silent with the 120mms (instead of 80mm whiners). It comes with 2 fans installed.

 

[jalpaugh1978]

OCZ stealthextreme http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817341012

 

[pianoplayer88key]

would the 450 be enough for X1650 video card (to maybe be purchased later), 6400+ CPU (later, maybe), 5 HDDs, 3 optical drives, the 3 fans in the case, etc?

 

[bdaley]

Why 3 optical drives?

 

[jalpaugh1978]

you may want to stick with the 550wVX just to make sure...Would you hurry up and just buy your stuff already...you've got a good build going...lol j/k

 

[pianoplayer88key]

Ok here it is, with XP Home included, for $485.10 total upfront price.

I could get the OEM version of XP locally for $82, though. But considering I'd have to get a part locally, and their prices in most cases aren't as good as online, is it not worth it?