Computer Cases & Towers

How to choose the best configuration of a PC-based funding

These tips should help you in the best configuration of your PC based on a budget. The choice of supplier is your responsibility. The major changes are envisaged: the development of the  PCI bus to PCI-X (Express), the best throughput, the IDE interface for Serial ATA, USB 2.0 with more speed, even for DDR/DDR2 memories and provide more integrated the motherboard graphics, network card, sound card, Wi-Fi and RAID (Intel Matrix Storage Technology in the jargon). This integration is not without increasing the price of motherboards and it is good to compare carefully before making an investment decision. Especially for fans of the games, the Dell Latitude E6400 battery quality of the integrated graphics are still very far from that of specialized maps.

Portable?

The laptop seems a priori very attractive. I do not recommend it unless the movement because it was expensive with limited expansion capabilities. It is no longer the case today

The purchase price represents a fixed configuration. Since early 2008, the "mobile network", less than1 kg, such as the Asus Eee PC € 299 cheaper than a desktop PC is started.

The proliferation of powerful external buses such as USB 2.0 or IEEE 1394 can easily add new devices.

Autonomy is always a problem at work, there is often connected to a power outlet and the latest models offer little improvement.

Good hardware

To purchase, you must first define the configuration. It is very rare that proposed by the sellers naturally. For example, the amount of RAM and hard disk performance much more influence on performance than processor performance.

With a budget, here are the main talking points in order. If there is the budget, then we can always in the same order, the inflated configuration.

Tax rates are approximate and may vary significantly due to vendors and service levels. They were updated in August 2008.

To test your configuration and compare the performance, I recommend the free tool that you can download SiSoftware Sandra external site.

Motherboard: [50 to 150 EUR]

It is the continued expansion. We buy all motherboard + CPU + memory. The development of these components is separately become almost impossible. So we decide together, Intel or AMD, and choose accordingly.

The ATX standard was finally forced to face as the Old Testament standard ATX power supply can be managed in conjunction with the ACPI power consumption by better machine.

There are a lot of media formats for the Dell Precision M4400 CPU: Socket-7 predecessor and a slot for Pentium II and III. Retrieve the base 7 to your old processor, while a slot only works with a PII or PIII. Intel missed the introduction and now offers support Slot1 PIII FCPGA / Socket 478 Celeron and P4. New Media launched its appearance for the Pentium 4 LGA 775 has more connections and more robust. If I get a longer life? For its part,  AMD also offers a variety of media.

There are several types of  memories:EDOfor old maps and AT SDRAM and RDRAM ATX boards. The new RDRAM performance was barely better than the old SDRAM, and costs twice as much. We head to its abandonment. Memory as was the norm for PIII PC133 SDRAM DDR266 or DDR333 is for the P4. Trade names are PC2100 (DDR266) and PC2700 (DDR333), indicating the speed in MB / s. The new DDR2 memory will be sold under the trade name of PC2 3200, PC2 4300, PC2 5300, sold for example, a doubling of prices.

The bus or internal ports (PCI, AGP, IDE) can be replaced either by more efficient bus or PCI-X Serial ATA (SATA) or the external bus (USB 2.0, IEEE 1394). The USB bus provides significantly improved performance with version 2.0, so he preferred. The USB 3.0 set in 2008 will soon emerge.

Memory: 1 GB to 2 GB [80 €]

This is a key point for performance. Do not hesitate to lower prices of memory, and go right to a minimum of 1 GB for Windows 2000 and Windows XP. It will be just enough for Windows Vista. A minimum of 2 GB for virtualization software good performance AVC, such as VMware.

Hard Drive: 250 GB Serial ATA II [50 €]

Description Videlles Ultra-DMA/100 significantly improve disk performance, which are similar to those of SCSI hard drives. A new standard goes further, it is SATA or Serial ATA. Performance is further improved (150 Mb / s or 300Mb / s for SATA II), but the most visible change is the sheet, 31-4 son son (see photo) is. No more IDE ribbon cable and connectors. We must therefore focus on the Serial ATA (attention to ensure they are supported by your motherboard). Establish a minimum standard of 250 GB and add a second hard drive of 250 GB to 400 GB if you want to make the video. Note the latest versions of XP or 2000 to over 129 MB per partition.

Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo or AMD Athlon 64 X2 Dual-Core [50 to 150 euros] L

Improving processor performance slows. To reduce consumption and improve performance a bit, manufacturers install more processor cores (Core English) in the microprocessor. There is no need for processors to buy at a price of € 150. It also increases the price does not justify an increase in performance. With 150 € you have a dual-core processor than enough for everything, including  video.

ATX + Keyboard + mouse: [50 to 200 euros]

VideChoisir description of a case with an ATX power supply, better control of energy consumption of the machine, then verify that ACPI is installed by Windows. Note that the power cable directly to the necessary P4 processor. SATA drives and high-end graphics cards require special adapters. There is no need for food, as it to change cards. However, the instruments of the  consumption of eyes and if you have a high-end PC graphics card, please select at least 550 watts for the diet.

For those who want to use their PC for the living room, there is a new format for mini-PC barebone or (see photo), which is also suitable for connection with the Hi-Fi

Keyboard and mouse are conveniently equipped with USB and prefer a scroll wheel, the field of view can in all directions, without the lift to scroll. Logitech Optical Wheel Mouse on the outside is a bit expensive to use, very nice. Increasingly, the noise of a PC is intolerable, because I never turn it off and put it to sleep is recommended. There are many  facilities for quiet fan noise of a machine or variable speed depending on temperature, radiator, etc. ... to reduce

LCD 19-22 inch 16:10 [A250 € 150]

With falling prices, LCD flat screen is great need. manufacturers have decided in 2008, all their products on the aspect ratio of 4:10 p.m., the focus should be standardized. For the size, it is within your means. It's comfortable, "  and won by 19" from 17 Check your monitors support digital interface, DVI / HDMI.

-Integrated graphics or PCI-X: [0 to 300 euros]

If you want maximum performance for 3D games, choose a PCI-X Nvidia GeForceselon with the processor you can afford. ATI Radeon is less effective. For typical applications, each integrated graphics, including the motherboard will do the trick, even for video editing.

-Sound Card: [0 to 300 euros]

In most cases a good quality sound card is integrated into the motherboard and there is no need to worry. If you have special  needs, then we must choose the range Soundblaster. More and more external sites, there are media that can make entries in the facade: interesting for those who are manipulating audio.

DVD: [From 30 €]

Required. The falling prices of DVD burners (which also burn CDs) makes DVD players and CD useless.

-Network adapter 10/100 Mbit / s 1 Gbit / s: [0 to 20 €]

This accessory is required to access the Internet via cable or DSL. If the network interface comes standard on the motherboard (rare), choose a PCI 10/100 Mbit / s with RJ45 connector. For more details, see a network at home on this site. If you have large files to transfer, choose a motherboard with one or two network interfaces with integrated Gbit / s. Switch to 1 Gbit / s, are reasonably priced and the performance is breathtaking.

Color Printer: [50 to 150 euros]

I added  a printer color ink jet. The quality and ease of use of inkjet prices for such use almost miraculous to those who knew the saga of the printers. Choose a USB connector, the parallel interface is destined to disappear. You can also choose a model based on the price of ink cartridges. Prices may vary from 1 to 10. Printer ink costs more than whiskey, Chivas 12 years of Channel 5 fragrances for the same amount!

-Scanner: [$ 100]

It 'became essential for the conversion of paper documents or photos in digital format or simply as a copy with a color printer. Choose a model with USB 2.0. You must choose a model with a more faithful reading head CCD CIS cheaper. Above all, time to crawl a page may vary depending on the  model of less than a minute to more than 2 minutes.

ADSL Modem-xxxBox

ADSL is becoming increasingly common. Choose a free offer, providing free TV modems, routers and access and telephony. Ls in all cases to use a model with no RJ45 and USB. This will simplify the networking of computers. For  more details, see a network at home on this site.

Wi-Fi

Indispensable for a laptop is usually installed as standard. For a desktop PC, you should prefer a wired connection.

Special Features

USB

VideC'est description to replace the disk. Within 100 or 1000 times on a keychain for a few euros. Use a state of emergency.

Webcam [50 €]

For the price, it would be a shame to pass. Choose a USB model. For use with all communication software such as MSN Messenger or Skype, for example. If you have a laptop SONY VGP-BPS9, it is important to choose a model with built-in webcam on the screen.

 

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What To Contemplate When Buying ATX Cases

When you decide you assemble your own PC you will find different elements you've got to take into account. 1 of the main points to take into account is the ATX case to use. Unlike in earlier times when all pc instances were standard, nowadays 1 has the power to choose any case he or she prefers. The choice for the ATX cases is determined by personal preference and the intended purpose for the personal computer. For that reason it is critical for one to think about all the related elements such as office space, case material, the kind of motherboard and also the power supply unit among other factors.

The office or home space at your disposal typically determines the cases size you'll opt for. Nevertheless huge cases present many benefits and therefore it is fantastic if you opt for them. For instance, with these cases, the assembly method will probably be significantly simpler. The personal computer will also have greater cooling for its interior components. If your office is tiny then you've got to be content with smaller practical cases.

Another important thing that influences the size of the cases is the motherboard kind employed. This is simply because distinct kinds of motherboards may possibly not fit each case. It really is for that reason important to check whether the case you might be purchasing is going to be suitable for the motherboard you intend to make use of. The ATX form factors also play a massive role here. Midi and tower form factors are fantastic when you need to build a high-power gaming PC like those with numerous hard drives. For general purpose PCs micro-ATX cases are ideal. Lastly should you desire to construct a PC that blends into your office space a Flex ATX is the very best choice.

Power supply units establish the case you will go for. Most of the standard  cases are equipped with power supply units. Nevertheless, you are able to select 1 that does not consist of the unit so as to decide on a power supply that suits the power wants of the pc you would like to develop. This is typically the case with big cases since the smaller ones are meant for building standard PCs that rarely call for additional power.

In terms of case material, the typical choice can be a mixture of plastic and steel. However build high quality along with the price are directly related. You can also get some sophisticated cases made from a combination of aluminum and plastic as opposed to steel. These instances are usually lighter hence wonderful if you are normally on the move. The only difficulty with aluminum cases is that they're prone to vibrations hence they can not build really quiet PCs.

When selecting the case it's critical to think about the cooling factor. Huge cases are greater since they make certain better cooling. This in turn means the system will be a lot more reliable along with the components will last longer. An excellent example is when you are building a PC with several hard drives, a quick processor along with a high-end graphics card. In this case you've got to pick an ATX case that supports several fans.

The design is also critical hence it ought to be ignored. Design includes diverse factors such as color, shape, complexity and top quality. Normally the design quality is determined by the quantity you're willing to pay for the case.

Keep in mind, though the design is mostly related to the aesthetic effect of the case, you should guarantee that the one you choose doesn't complicate the assembly method. The interior need to also have no rough or sharp edges which may well injure you. Considering all these areas during the buy of the ATX cases will make it less difficult to get what you're trying to find.

would this PSU run a 9800gt?

im on a tight budget so im thinking of buying this psu:

it is 550w and has:
+12V1 12A
+12V2 15A

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/NEW-550w-550-watt-Quiet-PC-ATX-PSU-Power-Supply-Unit_W0QQitemZ110330337099QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUK_Computing_PowerSupplies_EH?hash=item110330337099&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14&_trkparms=66%3A2|65%3A15|39%3A1|240%3A1318

Yes, no problem!

Antec Sonata III 500 Quiet Super Mid Tower ATX Case