MoBo suggestion?

Viracocha711 · 01-16-2008, 07:22 AM

Hello everyone,
I am ready to start buying hardware for my first build. I have done my home work in terms of "how to build", but there are so many choices when it comes to parts so I thought I would ask for some advice...I would like some suggestions on a very good MoBo for a cpu that will be used for general computing and entertainment (HD video "Blu-ray" & Audio). I would like a Mobo with the ability to upgrade in the future if I want. I have no desire at this point to do a lot of tweaking/overclocking or playing games. This could all change so I would to have a MoBo that would allow me to make the changes nes to play such games if I decide to do so in the future. I will be running VISTA and an Intel CPU.

I am open to suggestions on a complete build for the purposes I have described.

Viracocha711 · 01-16-2008, 09:28 AM

I forgot to mention I will be using this cpu and this gpu in my build (see below)...The cpu seems to be a nice and fast one in my price range and the gpu is HDCP ready which is a must...The 8800GT may be the best HDCP ready gpu on the market?

I really would like some advice on a MoBo for this set-up?

PSU?

THANK-YOU VERY MUCH!!!!!!!!!!!!

Update BFG Tech BFGE88512GTOCE GeForce 8800GT 512MB 256-bit GDDR3 PCI Express 2.0 HDCP Ready SLI Supported Video Card - Retail
Model #: BFGE88512GTOCE
Item #: N82E16814143118

Return Policy: Standard Return Policy

In Stock
$279.99 $279.99

Update Intel Core 2 Duo E6700 Conroe 2.66GHz LGA 775 65W Dual-Core Processor Model BX80557E6700 - Retail
Model #: BX80557E6700
Item #: N82E16819115002

**TheMatt** · 01-16-2008, 04:15 PM

Just a comment on the CPU, that one is obsolete and Intel is trying to push customers away from those into their 1333MHz FSB CPUs. If you haven't already ordered consider this one:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16819115029

For the motherboard, look at something like this:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16813131225

That is a high quality board at a good price.

**blackduck30** · 01-16-2008, 10:17 PM

I agree, matt has made some good suggestions as usual.

Viracocha711 · 01-17-2008, 10:57 AM

Thank-you!

I really appreciate the help...I hope you will not mind if I ask questions all the way til complete? The GPU I listed is OK right? I had just read an article that said the 8800gt was the board to use if I wanted to use blu-rays.

I am going to go and look for the other parts now. Any suggestions on PSU's? I would really like to find a PSU with detachable cables, I saw them on a someone's cpu and I thought it would be nice to have if reliable.

As you can tell I am very new to this and this is my first build.

Thanks again!

Viracocha711 · 01-17-2008, 11:03 AM

Just curious as to why the cpu Intel E6700 is so much more expensive than the E6750 or even the E6850? The E6750 & E6850 are faster right?

Viracocha711 · 01-17-2008, 11:47 AM

What Memory should I get with this board? I am willing to pay more for mem that will not cause me problems!

Thanks!

Viracocha711 · 01-17-2008, 12:13 PM

This is what I have so far...PLEASE MAKE SUGGESTIONS or CORRECTIONS!

NZXT LEXA-NP Black/ Silver Aluminum Construction Plastic Front Panel ATX Mid Tower Computer Case - Retail
Model #: LEXA-NP
Item #: N82E16811146018

Return Policy: Standard Return Policy

In Stock
Mail-in Rebate
$129.99 -$10.00 Instant $119.99
1 ASUS P5K-E LGA 775 Intel P35 ATX Intel Motherboard - Retail
Model #: P5K-E
Item #: N82E16813131225

Return Policy: Limited 30-Day Return Policy

In Stock
$139.99 $139.99
1 BFG Tech BFGE88512GTOCE GeForce 8800GT 512MB 256-bit GDDR3 PCI Express 2.0 HDCP Ready SLI Supported Video Card - Retail
Model #: BFGE88512GTOCE
Item #: N82E16814143118

Return Policy: Standard Return Policy

In Stock
$279.99 $279.99
1 Intel Core 2 Duo E6850 Conroe 3.0GHz LGA 775 65W Dual-Core Processor Model BX80557E6850 - Retail
Model #: BX80557E6850
Item #: N82E16819115028

Return Policy: Processors (CPUs) Return Policy

In Stock
$279.99 $279.99
1 CORSAIR Dominator 2GB (2 x 1GB) 240-Pin DDR2 SDRAM DDR2 1066 (PC2 8500) Dual Channel Kit Desktop Memory Model TWIN2X2048-8500C5D - Retail
Model #: TWIN2X2048-8500C5D
Item #: N82E16820145043

Viracocha711 · 01-17-2008, 08:10 PM

hello?

**TheMatt** · 01-18-2008, 01:43 PM

Don't spend that much money on RAM. These will do just fine and be just as fast:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16820145034
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16820146565
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16820227231

Also check out a video card with a better cooler like these:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16814125085
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16814121221

Viracocha711 · 01-19-2008, 11:30 AM

Thanks very much!

OK, this is what I have so far...

Update COOLER MASTER COSMOS 1000 RC-1000-KSN1-GP Black/ Silver Steel ATX Full Tower Computer Case - Retail
Model #: RC-1000-KSN1-GP
Item #: N82E16811119138

Return Policy: Standard Return Policy

In Stock
Mail-in Rebate
$199.99 -$25.00 Instant $174.99

Update ASUS P5K-E LGA 775 Intel P35 ATX Intel Motherboard - Retail
Model #: P5K-E
Item #: N82E16813131225

Return Policy: Limited 30-Day Return Policy

In Stock
$139.99 $139.99

Update BFG Tech BFGE88512GTOCE GeForce 8800GT 512MB 256-bit GDDR3 PCI Express 2.0 HDCP Ready SLI Supported Video Card - Retail
Model #: BFGE88512GTOCE
Item #: N82E16814143118

Return Policy: Standard Return Policy

In Stock
$279.99 $279.99

Update Intel Core 2 Duo E6850 Conroe 3.0GHz LGA 775 65W Dual-Core Processor Model BX80557E6850 - Retail
Model #: BX80557E6850
Item #: N82E16819115028

Return Policy: Processors (CPUs) Return Policy

In Stock
$279.99 $279.99

Update CORSAIR XMS2 2GB (2 x 1GB) 240-Pin DDR2 SDRAM DDR2 800 (PC2 6400) Dual Channel Kit Desktop Memory Model TWIN2X2048-6400C4 - Retail
Model #: TWIN2X2048-6400C4
Item #: N82E16820145034

Return Policy: Memory (Modules, USB) Return Policy

In Stock
Mail-in Rebate
$87.00 -$10.00 Instant $77.00

Update Western Digital Caviar SE16 WD5000AAKS 500GB 7200 RPM SATA 3.0Gb/s Hard Drive - OEM
Model #: WD5000AAKS
Item #: N82E16822136073

Return Policy: Limited 30-Day Return Policy

In Stock
$104.99 $104.99

Update LG Blu-ray/HD DVD-ROM & 16X DVD±R DVD Burner Black SATA Model GGC-H20L - Retail
Model #: GGC-H20L
Item #: N82E16827136133

Return Policy: Limited Non-Refundable 30-Day Return Policy

In Stock
$299.99

I have a few questions that may sound dumb...

1. What is "OEM" VISTA? Why are the OEM cheaper?

2. Should I go with the 64bit VISTA? 64bit is the future, right?

YES, I want to use VISTA.

**TheMatt** · 01-19-2008, 08:31 PM

OEMs are cheaper because you can only install them once. If your motherboard dies and needs to be replaced (by another one) or you upgrade your motherboard, you will have to buy another copy of Vista. I usually buy and recommend quality motherboards so I don't usually get OEM copies and don't have problems with motherboard replacements and licensing.

**mattlock** · 01-19-2008, 10:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Viracocha711

Thank-you!

I really appreciate the help...I hope you will not mind if I ask questions all the way til complete? The GPU I listed is OK right? I had just read an article that said the 8800gt was the board to use if I wanted to use blu-rays.

I am going to go and look for the other parts now. Any suggestions on PSU's? I would really like to find a PSU with detachable cables, I saw them on a someone's cpu and I thought it would be nice to have if reliable.
As you can tell I am very new to this and this is my first build.

Thanks again!

Thermaltake Toughpower 700w

The E6850 is a great CPU, but the new Wolfdale E8400 (3.0ghz) will be available sometime this week. It's 45nm, has a 6mb L2 cache, runs cooler, is more energy efficient, and the early indications is it's a great overclocker. (The E8500 has hit 4.3ghz and teh E8400 hit 4 ghz on air cooling). It's also a tad faster than the E6850 in benchmarks.

**blackduck30** · 01-21-2008, 04:39 AM

This is also a nice power supply

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16817151031

01-16-2008, 07:22 AM	#1 (permalink)
Viracocha711 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Posts: 14 OS: XP	MoBo suggestion? Hello everyone, I am ready to start buying hardware for my first build. I have done my home work in terms of "how to build", but there are so many choices when it comes to parts so I thought I would ask for some advice...I would like some suggestions on a very good MoBo for a cpu that will be used for general computing and entertainment (HD video "Blu-ray" & Audio). I would like a Mobo with the ability to upgrade in the future if I want. I have no desire at this point to do a lot of tweaking/overclocking or playing games. This could all change so I would to have a MoBo that would allow me to make the changes nes to play such games if I decide to do so in the future. I will be running VISTA and an Intel CPU. I am open to suggestions on a complete build for the purposes I have described.

01-16-2008, 09:28 AM	#2 (permalink)
Viracocha711 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Posts: 14 OS: XP	Re: MoBo suggestion? I forgot to mention I will be using this cpu and this gpu in my build (see below)...The cpu seems to be a nice and fast one in my price range and the gpu is HDCP ready which is a must...The 8800GT may be the best HDCP ready gpu on the market? I really would like some advice on a MoBo for this set-up? PSU? THANK-YOU VERY MUCH!!!!!!!!!!!! Update BFG Tech BFGE88512GTOCE GeForce 8800GT 512MB 256-bit GDDR3 PCI Express 2.0 HDCP Ready SLI Supported Video Card - Retail Model #: BFGE88512GTOCE Item #: N82E16814143118 Return Policy: Standard Return Policy In Stock $279.99 $279.99 Update Intel Core 2 Duo E6700 Conroe 2.66GHz LGA 775 65W Dual-Core Processor Model BX80557E6700 - Retail Model #: BX80557E6700 Item #: N82E16819115002

01-16-2008, 04:15 PM	#3 (permalink)
TheMatt TSF Enthusiast Join Date: May 2006 Location: Boston Posts: 13,701 OS: Win 3.1, 98, NT 4.0, XP Debian 4.0, Kubuntu 6.06 My System Blog Entries: 3	Re: MoBo suggestion? Just a comment on the CPU, that one is obsolete and Intel is trying to push customers away from those into their 1333MHz FSB CPUs. If you haven't already ordered consider this one: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16819115029 For the motherboard, look at something like this: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16813131225 That is a high quality board at a good price. __________________ - Matt M - KB1OSC - Folding@Home 85015 [url="http://www.techsupportforum.com/hardware-support/"] If TSF has helped you, please consider donating. If I have stopped responding to a thread, feel free to send me a PM with a link to the thread. It is advisable to subscribe to threads so you will receive updates when replies are posted. You can subscribe to threads from the "Thread Tools" Menu. »Memtest86 »Prime95 »UBCD »SpeedFan »NHC Personal »Everest »Sandra »PC Wizard »RivaTuner »ATi Tool Click here for Useful Articles and Guides

01-16-2008, 10:17 PM	#4 (permalink)
blackduck30 TSF Enthusiast Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Wollongong/Australia Posts: 4,230 OS: XP pro SP3/Vista Ultimate My System	Re: MoBo suggestion? I agree, matt has made some good suggestions as usual. __________________ Blackduck30 Time is like money and milk, It's always running out Any Donations Help Keep TSF Free For All

01-17-2008, 10:57 AM	#5 (permalink)
Viracocha711 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Posts: 14 OS: XP	Re: MoBo suggestion? Thank-you! I really appreciate the help...I hope you will not mind if I ask questions all the way til complete? The GPU I listed is OK right? I had just read an article that said the 8800gt was the board to use if I wanted to use blu-rays. I am going to go and look for the other parts now. Any suggestions on PSU's? I would really like to find a PSU with detachable cables, I saw them on a someone's cpu and I thought it would be nice to have if reliable. As you can tell I am very new to this and this is my first build. Thanks again!

01-17-2008, 11:03 AM	#6 (permalink)
Viracocha711 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Posts: 14 OS: XP	Re: MoBo suggestion? Just curious as to why the cpu Intel E6700 is so much more expensive than the E6750 or even the E6850? The E6750 & E6850 are faster right?

01-17-2008, 11:47 AM	#7 (permalink)
Viracocha711 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Posts: 14 OS: XP	Re: MoBo suggestion? What Memory should I get with this board? I am willing to pay more for mem that will not cause me problems! Thanks!

01-17-2008, 12:13 PM	#8 (permalink)
Viracocha711 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Posts: 14 OS: XP	Re: MoBo suggestion? This is what I have so far...PLEASE MAKE SUGGESTIONS or CORRECTIONS! NZXT LEXA-NP Black/ Silver Aluminum Construction Plastic Front Panel ATX Mid Tower Computer Case - Retail Model #: LEXA-NP Item #: N82E16811146018 Return Policy: Standard Return Policy In Stock Mail-in Rebate $129.99 -$10.00 Instant $119.99 1 ASUS P5K-E LGA 775 Intel P35 ATX Intel Motherboard - Retail Model #: P5K-E Item #: N82E16813131225 Return Policy: Limited 30-Day Return Policy In Stock $139.99 $139.99 1 BFG Tech BFGE88512GTOCE GeForce 8800GT 512MB 256-bit GDDR3 PCI Express 2.0 HDCP Ready SLI Supported Video Card - Retail Model #: BFGE88512GTOCE Item #: N82E16814143118 Return Policy: Standard Return Policy In Stock $279.99 $279.99 1 Intel Core 2 Duo E6850 Conroe 3.0GHz LGA 775 65W Dual-Core Processor Model BX80557E6850 - Retail Model #: BX80557E6850 Item #: N82E16819115028 Return Policy: Processors (CPUs) Return Policy In Stock $279.99 $279.99 1 CORSAIR Dominator 2GB (2 x 1GB) 240-Pin DDR2 SDRAM DDR2 1066 (PC2 8500) Dual Channel Kit Desktop Memory Model TWIN2X2048-8500C5D - Retail Model #: TWIN2X2048-8500C5D Item #: N82E16820145043

01-17-2008, 08:10 PM	#9 (permalink)
Viracocha711 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Posts: 14 OS: XP	Re: MoBo suggestion? hello?

01-18-2008, 01:43 PM	#10 (permalink)
TheMatt TSF Enthusiast Join Date: May 2006 Location: Boston Posts: 13,701 OS: Win 3.1, 98, NT 4.0, XP Debian 4.0, Kubuntu 6.06 My System Blog Entries: 3	Re: MoBo suggestion? Don't spend that much money on RAM. These will do just fine and be just as fast: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16820145034 http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16820146565 http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16820227231 Also check out a video card with a better cooler like these: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16814125085 http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16814121221 __________________ - Matt M - KB1OSC - Folding@Home 85015 [url="http://www.techsupportforum.com/hardware-support/"] If TSF has helped you, please consider donating. If I have stopped responding to a thread, feel free to send me a PM with a link to the thread. It is advisable to subscribe to threads so you will receive updates when replies are posted. You can subscribe to threads from the "Thread Tools" Menu. »Memtest86 »Prime95 »UBCD »SpeedFan »NHC Personal »Everest »Sandra »PC Wizard »RivaTuner »ATi Tool Click here for Useful Articles and Guides Last edited by TheMatt; 01-18-2008 at 01:48 PM.

01-19-2008, 11:30 AM	#11 (permalink)
Viracocha711 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2008 Posts: 14 OS: XP	Re: MoBo suggestion? Thanks very much! OK, this is what I have so far... Update COOLER MASTER COSMOS 1000 RC-1000-KSN1-GP Black/ Silver Steel ATX Full Tower Computer Case - Retail Model #: RC-1000-KSN1-GP Item #: N82E16811119138 Return Policy: Standard Return Policy In Stock Mail-in Rebate $199.99 -$25.00 Instant $174.99 Update ASUS P5K-E LGA 775 Intel P35 ATX Intel Motherboard - Retail Model #: P5K-E Item #: N82E16813131225 Return Policy: Limited 30-Day Return Policy In Stock $139.99 $139.99 Update BFG Tech BFGE88512GTOCE GeForce 8800GT 512MB 256-bit GDDR3 PCI Express 2.0 HDCP Ready SLI Supported Video Card - Retail Model #: BFGE88512GTOCE Item #: N82E16814143118 Return Policy: Standard Return Policy In Stock $279.99 $279.99 Update Intel Core 2 Duo E6850 Conroe 3.0GHz LGA 775 65W Dual-Core Processor Model BX80557E6850 - Retail Model #: BX80557E6850 Item #: N82E16819115028 Return Policy: Processors (CPUs) Return Policy In Stock $279.99 $279.99 Update CORSAIR XMS2 2GB (2 x 1GB) 240-Pin DDR2 SDRAM DDR2 800 (PC2 6400) Dual Channel Kit Desktop Memory Model TWIN2X2048-6400C4 - Retail Model #: TWIN2X2048-6400C4 Item #: N82E16820145034 Return Policy: Memory (Modules, USB) Return Policy In Stock Mail-in Rebate $87.00 -$10.00 Instant $77.00 Update Western Digital Caviar SE16 WD5000AAKS 500GB 7200 RPM SATA 3.0Gb/s Hard Drive - OEM Model #: WD5000AAKS Item #: N82E16822136073 Return Policy: Limited 30-Day Return Policy In Stock $104.99 $104.99 Update LG Blu-ray/HD DVD-ROM & 16X DVD±R DVD Burner Black SATA Model GGC-H20L - Retail Model #: GGC-H20L Item #: N82E16827136133 Return Policy: Limited Non-Refundable 30-Day Return Policy In Stock $299.99 I have a few questions that may sound dumb... 1. What is "OEM" VISTA? Why are the OEM cheaper? 2. Should I go with the 64bit VISTA? 64bit is the future, right? YES, I want to use VISTA.

01-19-2008, 08:31 PM	#12 (permalink)
TheMatt TSF Enthusiast Join Date: May 2006 Location: Boston Posts: 13,701 OS: Win 3.1, 98, NT 4.0, XP Debian 4.0, Kubuntu 6.06 My System Blog Entries: 3	Re: MoBo suggestion? OEMs are cheaper because you can only install them once. If your motherboard dies and needs to be replaced (by another one) or you upgrade your motherboard, you will have to buy another copy of Vista. I usually buy and recommend quality motherboards so I don't usually get OEM copies and don't have problems with motherboard replacements and licensing. __________________ - Matt M - KB1OSC - Folding@Home 85015 [url="http://www.techsupportforum.com/hardware-support/"] If TSF has helped you, please consider donating. If I have stopped responding to a thread, feel free to send me a PM with a link to the thread. It is advisable to subscribe to threads so you will receive updates when replies are posted. You can subscribe to threads from the "Thread Tools" Menu. »Memtest86 »Prime95 »UBCD »SpeedFan »NHC Personal »Everest »Sandra »PC Wizard »RivaTuner »ATi Tool Click here for Useful Articles and Guides

01-21-2008, 04:39 AM	#14 (permalink)
blackduck30 TSF Enthusiast Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Wollongong/Australia Posts: 4,230 OS: XP pro SP3/Vista Ultimate My System	Re: MoBo suggestion? This is also a nice power supply http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16817151031 __________________ Blackduck30 Time is like money and milk, It's always running out Any Donations Help Keep TSF Free For All