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| Author: | The Jargonaut [ Thu Jan 15, 2004 7:53 pm ] |
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Well, I built this new gaming computer, and REALLY enjoy it a lot. Now, I have decided to build a multimedia computer to enjoy DVDs, music, and television. Now, I just have to watch for prices. I already have the case video card Motherboard Sound Card I still need a BIG hard drive, wireless card, speakers, and monitor. I plan on getting a Western Digital hard drive, and a Lynksys wireless card. Now, I need your help with the last two items. What speakers and monitor would you folks recommend? I want to spend about $600 on both items combined, so I am limited. Another kicker, I want one of those wide screen monitors. Does anyone use a Sceptre monitor? Like this one? http://www.newegg.com/app/viewProductDesc.asp?DEPA=1&sumit=Go&description=24%2D112%2D137&searchdepa=1 Is it good? Also, I would like to get a nice set of speakers for a decent price. Any suggestions? These will be for watching DVDs and TV more than for gaming. |
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| Author: | clemmentine [ Fri Jan 16, 2004 5:58 pm ] |
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just curious, what inspired you to get another RDRAM motherboard? leftover RAM from your old machine? - clemmentine ( charming_spirit / everlasting_lórien / Tempest_Cloud_Arashi ) |
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| Author: | The Jargonaut [ Fri Jan 16, 2004 6:29 pm ] |
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You got it, Clem. I have a gig of the stuff here, and it was expensive. Aprox. $1000 just for the ram. I hate to let that go to waste. |
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| Author: | Mahatma [ Fri Jan 16, 2004 8:02 pm ] |
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Jarg, I see deals for 120GB drives all the time at www.fatwallet.com or www.techbargains.com. I've seen people nab these drives for under $40, lol! Go to the fatwallet "Hot Deals" section. Everyday I browse these threads to see what goodies I can add to my credit card bill ... Wireless cards -- I've seen em "FAR" (Free After Rebate) a lot recently. I don't think they were Linksys though. Same goes for multimedia products. I use a cheap set of no-name speakers, so I hardly ever pay attention to those threads. |
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| Author: | |3iGi [ Fri Jan 16, 2004 8:19 pm ] |
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These speakers are the shit. My friend just got a set. Nice deal too. http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications ... u=L23-6182 |
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| Author: | Mahatma [ Sun Jan 18, 2004 11:31 am ] |
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Jarg, If you have the nads and patience to do this, and you want a 160GB drive for $60, read this: http://www.fatwallet.com/forums/message ... did=266920 PM = Pricematch |
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| Author: | The Jargonaut [ Sun Jan 18, 2004 1:02 pm ] |
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Thanks Mah, Bigi. I went ahead and got a 250 gig yesterday. Bigi, That is a great price on those speakers. I may have to bite. |
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| Author: | Scify [ Sun Jan 18, 2004 1:16 pm ] |
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WOW |
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| Author: | The Jargonaut [ Tue Jan 20, 2004 5:23 pm ] |
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Well, I decided to put the basic rig together. I still have to install some parts. What are the least parts that I can get away with to see if the computer will boot. I have installed: proc proc fan ram hd vid card All power wires, including 12v proc, pw sw, and the like. and of course, atx. The reason I ask is that the thing won't boot. It powers up, but no nothing to the proc. That may be my fault due to crass stupidity, but I want to be sure. Am I missing anything? P.S. If you have ever put together a computer from scratch, you will know what I mean here. Do you think that the person responsible for those TINY HD LED, PW SW, GRND connectors should die a slow, horrible death? Suggestions, and perhaps a name, address, or phone number would be appreciated. Stupid S.O.B. :evil: |
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| Author: | Hermskii [ Wed Jan 21, 2004 8:42 am ] |
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Agreed! I wish they would standardize that into a single idiot proof plug like the ATX power plug. To me, that is the most nerve racking part of building a PC. The only thing worse is flashing the BIOS. |
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