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Alright. I noticed that many people always inquire about ram, graphics cards, etc. Below is a list showing three examples of various hardware. It will show recommendations for for cheap, mid-price and expensive hardware. If I find some, I will post links to installation guides.
CONTENTS
• Motherboards
• Graphics cards
• Hard drives
• RAM
• Processors
• AMD Processors
• Installation and relevant links
LEGEND:
• Cheap
• • Mid-price range
• • • Expensive
• Cheap
• • Mid-price range
• • • Expensive
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MOTHERBOARDS
Motherboards are something like the brain of your computer. All parts are attached to the motherboard. Before purchasing ANYTHING, check for motherboard compatibility. You should not really purchase a new motherboard unless you are building a computer from scratch.
• ATI hybrid graphics technology & mainstream DX10 gaming- $80.00
• • Intel BOXDG35EC LGA 775 Intel G35 Micro ATX Intel Motherboard- $95.00
• • • GIGABYTE GA-EP35C-DS3R LGA 775 Intel P35 ATX Dynamic Energy Saver Ultra Durable II Intel Motherboard- $140.00
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GRAPHICS CARDS
A graphic card is component of a computer that improves the visual quality of the machine. The two main types are PCI and PCI-Express. Integrated graphics, is probably the worst type of card. It is integrated into the motherboard and has bad visual quality. It also does not allow for the running of many games (Ex: Magiboni). However, this does not mean you won't be able any games and just because you have non-integrated graphics does not mean you will run all games. All in all, more bitrate means better performance:
xxlowongxx said: "A techy person could tell why a video card is worth it or not, a big deal is the bitrate. My video card runs at 128 bits a time, that is 2ce as fast as the external video card that you have listed, and mine is onboard. Lots of people would say, wow onboard video cards suck! But not all onboard video cards these days are 64MB @ 32bit."
(Example
Why to upgrade: upgrading your graphics card will allow for better quality of picture and might allow for playing more games (assuming your current card is quite bad.)
• EVGA: GeForce 7300GS 256MB-$45
• • XFX: 8500GT 256MB-$68
• • • XFX: 8800GTX Extreme 768MB-$390
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HARD DRIVES
Note: Based on size
A hard drive is the component of a computer that allows for the storage of files. Without a hard drive you cannot download files and save files. A 250GB hard drive should be enough for a personal use computer. An internal hard drive requires installation to the PC's interior while an exterior can usually be attached through a USB port.
Why to upgrade: If you have enough space for your files there is no reason to buy a bigger hard drive. However, if you are running out of space (10GB or less), I recommend deleting useless files, limiting your downloading/file creation or upgrading your hard drive.
• Seagate Barracuda 250GB-$65
• • HITACHI 250GB-$95
• • • Maxtor (external) 750GB-$170
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RAM
RAM generally allows increase in computer performance. RAM stands for Random Access Memory and most games require at least 1GB. If more RAM is obtained, you will be able to run more applications simultaneously without a decrease in computer speed. PCs have four slots for RAM, which comes in the form of a stick link .Each stick can hold 1GB, allowing for a total of 4GB of Random Access Memory.
Why to upgrade: upgrading your RAM to at least 2GB may increase your computer's performance a noticeable amount. It should also allow for the running of multiple applications without a decrease in your computer's performance.
Just one recommendation: $70 for max ram (4GB)
• Very good deal IMO. $60 off--$70
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INTEL PROCESSORS
NOTE: I don't know too much about these.
iMicrosoft said: "And for processor make sure its compatible with your motherboard"
A processor (also called a CPU) essentially controls everything your computer does. The higher the GHZ (gigahertz), the faster data is processed, the better the performance. There are three types of processors currently on the market:
• Single core
• Duo core
• Quad core
Why to upgrade: Upgrading your processor will increase your computer's performance. Personally, I think that 2GHZ Duo core is enough.
N0dleBandit said: "... The application uses all cores to lay out it's work on the 4 cores so there's less stress on 1 core.. You can't just buy any processor without knowing if your motherboard fits the process size like that processor is based on the 45nm process which only work on newer motherboards and only on Socket 775. If you don't know the difference between Core 2 Extreme and Core 2 Quad don't get it. If you don't play hardcore games, overclock, do DivX encodes, Photoshop etc don't get a Quad. And people who play Maple don't need a 8800 or even a dual core since Maple will only be using 1 core of the CPU then."
• If your a cheapskate-$60
• Decent, 2.33GHZ DUO-$170
• • Quad core: 2.4GHZ-$244
• • • • Quad: 3.2GHZ-about $1500
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AMD PROCESSORS
tacocrusher said: "AMD Processors:
-Cheap
-Used to overheat in the past; newer cpu models come w/ liquid cooling so they stay cool; can't overclock above like 3.5% without a crapload of fan noise
-The speed compared to a similar intel one is unnoticable
-Use it if you're on a budget
-Cheapskate 2.2 GHz one: link (adequate; one core) [$40]
-Very good 2.8 GHz one: link (decent; two cores) [$163]
-Very good 2.5 GHz one: link (good; four cores) [$235]
-t3h uber smecks 3.2 GHz one: link (good; two cores) [163]
I basically just copied what you wrote :p"
-Cheap
-Used to overheat in the past; newer cpu models come w/ liquid cooling so they stay cool; can't overclock above like 3.5% without a crapload of fan noise
-The speed compared to a similar intel one is unnoticable
-Use it if you're on a budget
-Cheapskate 2.2 GHz one: link (adequate; one core) [$40]
-Very good 2.8 GHz one: link (decent; two cores) [$163]
-Very good 2.5 GHz one: link (good; four cores) [$235]
-t3h uber smecks 3.2 GHz one: link (good; two cores) [163]
I basically just copied what you wrote :p"
Why to upgrade: Upgrading your processor will increase your computer's performance. Personally, I think that 2GHZ Duo core is enough.
K. Also, please note: do not buy these right away. Make sure that they are right for you and if your upgrading, that your computer is compatible with them.
Any input or recommendations welcome. Also, if I made any mistakes please state them and they will be corrected.
MY SHAMEFUL COMPUTER
• My 1GB of ram
• • Graphics card-XFX: 8500GT 256MB Same as mentioned 'cept 512MB
• Can't find my processor. 2.8GHZ Duo
• Hard drive 230GB
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RELEVANT LINKS AND INSTALLATION GUIDES (FROM HERE UNTIL THE BOTTOM)
• The Crucial Memory Advisor� tool is a quick, 3-step process to find guaranteed-compatible memory for computers and motherboards.
• Breif graphics card installation
• Video: How to install a graphics card
• Processor installation
• Processor video
• RAM installation
• RAM video
• Hard Drive installation
• Hard drive vid
CHECKING YOUR CURRENT PARTS
• Download and install PC Wizard
• Or CPU-Z. I think that the prior is better, however.
OTHER LINKS
• Computer security and resources
• MS problems + solutions
• Can this PC run MS?
• Kid24's tech stuff.
• JPNgamer's IRC guide
• Look like vista
EXPLANATIONS
Graphics card: Changes how stuff (videos, pics, GAMES) look on your computer. Some games require an actual graphics card, not integrated.
Ram: GENERALLY improves computer speed, and decreases lag, allowing for use of several apps at once without slowing down your PC.
Hard Drive: Allows for for storage of files. More space means more things can be saved on your computer.
Processor:Essentially controls everything your computer does. More GHZ means it can process data at a quicker pace, increasing performance.
WHERE TO BUY COMPUTER PARTS
link Newegg
link PC world ( recommended by maplesoul2)
link Tiger direct (recommended by lilvboy)
CHEAP COMPUTER
tacocrusher said: "MB (Gigabit lan, sound, video [dx10]): link (I got it on a sale before; now $70)
Processor (2 cores, 2.8GHz, 2MB Cache): link ($122)
HDD (160gb, 7200rpm): link ($45)
Power (Atx, 480w): link ($13)
Case: link ($24)
Edited: Forgot to put cd/os
CD (sata, cdrom): link ($14)
OS (XP Pro OEM): link ($140)
Total: $427... you might want to upgrade the hard disk and cd drives
This is all from one site, but you can probably get it cheaper if you search multiple sites.
And this is pretty good if you have a tight budget ($427)."
Processor (2 cores, 2.8GHz, 2MB Cache): link ($122)
HDD (160gb, 7200rpm): link ($45)
Power (Atx, 480w): link ($13)
Case: link ($24)
Edited: Forgot to put cd/os
CD (sata, cdrom): link ($14)
OS (XP Pro OEM): link ($140)
Total: $427... you might want to upgrade the hard disk and cd drives
This is all from one site, but you can probably get it cheaper if you search multiple sites.
And this is pretty good if you have a tight budget ($427)."
EDIT: Many thanks for the sticky mrbasil
Last edit: July 3rd 2008 at 13:41
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