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Old September 15th, 2007   #41
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Okay, so what would you guys pick over:

Case

APEVIA X-CRUISER-BK Black Steel ATX Mid Tower Computer Case - Retail
and PSU
Newegg.com - OCZ StealthXStream OCZ600SXS ATX12V / EPS12V 600W Power Supply 100 - 240 V CB, CE, CSA, UL, FCC - Retail

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Antec Sonata III Black 0.8mm cold rolled steel ATX Mid Tower Computer Case 500W Power Supply - Retail

(Both equal out at around $130 each)
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Old September 15th, 2007   #42
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Case is really personal preference. If you like the look of the Sonata, then get it. The OCZ PSU is a better PSU, but the Antec one is good too. It's really up to you.




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yeah, you have a good point. One question, do you think 1 GB memory is enough for my uses... and is it possible to upgrade from the 2 sticks of 512 MB memory?

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Actually, one that does matter in a case is ventilation. Keep in mind the number on fans in the case, but remember, the more fans the more noise. Check out THIS <---(link) guide I wrote about case selection.




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I'm seeing mixed reviews of the ABIT IB9 LGA 775 Intel P965 Express ATX Intel Motherboard - Retail motherboard... Could this be a problem? (BTW... great case guide YH)

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I'm seeing mixed reviews of the ABIT IB9 LGA 775 Intel P965 Express ATX Intel Motherboard - Retail motherboard... Could this be a problem? (BTW... great case guide YH)
Thanks man! I don't know about the board, but if this is your first DIY build, I bet you don't want to go through any unnecessary hassle. If you can squeeze out a bit more money, THIS <---(link) is a great board that has a great reputation. I build a system for my friend using this board, and has been running PERFECT.

BTW, are you going to be overclocking?




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Thanks man! I don't know about the board, but if this is your first DIY build, I bet you don't want to go through any unnecessary hassle. If you can squeeze out a bit more money, THIS <---(link) is a great board that has a great reputation. I build a system for my friend using this board, and has been running PERFECT.

BTW, are you going to be overclocking?
well... I don't know too much on overclocking, but if I get educated, I might as well do it!
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well... I don't know too much on overclocking, but if I get educated, I might as well do it!
If you need any help, come back here, to HL! We'll help you through the problem.




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Thanks man! I don't know about the board, but if this is your first DIY build, I bet you don't want to go through any unnecessary hassle. If you can squeeze out a bit more money, THIS <---(link) is a great board that has a great reputation. I build a system for my friend using this board, and has been running PERFECT.

BTW, are you going to be overclocking?
I don't think I should spend that much more money......
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I just replied to your other thread....




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