VDarthusV

Hello! I was searching through google researching different computer parts when I found your site, and I noticed a lot of people being helpful so I decided to join. I was wondering if any of you guys could help me with a project I'm going to be doing.

My goal is to build a computer that preforms nicely both in Linux Ubuntu Beryl and Windows XP. I looked at your 'read this first' thread and I am using this form to make it as easy as possible on any helpers.

1. Budget: YAY BIRTHDAY AND CHRISTMAS MONEY + SAVINGS ACCOUNT.
I need to buy:
CPU (found a good one for 50$)
MOTHERBOARD (ability to connect to a wireless network and around 4 USB slots)
PSU (although one FAQ I read said this sometimes comes with the case, but that could be BS for all I know.)
RAM (as long as it works with everything else)
CASE
VIDEO CARD (leaning toward the brand NVIDIA)
OPTICAL DRIVE (read and write CDs and DVDs, although I don't think they sell optical drives without this anymore, do they?)
HARD DISK (I want to go cheap here... I don't need much storage)
( I hope I'm not forgetting anything, please tell me if I am)

With around 400$. (this may be impossible to do, if it is, disregard that) Also, the case and Hard disk upgrades are technically optional since I already have those.

2. Brands: I already picked out a processor, unless there is something that REALLY changes my mind I'm sticking with this because it's cheap and two times better than my old one. Yes, my old computer sucks. =]

http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/AS...nnorswebguidec

3. Multitasking: I will be multitasking, but a moderate amount.

4. Gaming: What I really want to be able to play on the windows is NeverWinter Nights Diamond edition... an old game, but good. I'm more of an 'oldie' gamer so I don't need a video card on steroids.

5. Calculations: Uhhh... I will be doing some C++ coding but I can do that fine on the computer I have now. Most likely I don't understand this category and so it isn't that relevant.

6. Overclocking: Nope!

7. Storage: I am just fine with the 37 GBs of my old computer, I can assure you anything they make now will be just fine. Cheaper the better.

8. Legacy Support: I am not sure. Possibly for my sound card I'm recycling, which is SB live something

9. Operating System: A dual boot with Linux Ubuntu Beryl and Windows XP

10. Case: I'd like to look for the case myself, but suggestions are welcome! ATX.

11. Accessories:/12. Recycled Components:/13. Monitor: I plan to recycle the monitor, mouse, keyboard, and sound card.

14. Stores: I don't care, prefer online because it's easy. 15. Location: USA

Thanks for your help!

wrench97

The Black edition CPU does not come with a heat sink and Fan so I included a X2 5200 that does. Have a look over the list there is not a lot of upgrading room here but everythig will work nicely together.

Link ........................................................................................Disc Price Rebate
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16819103210 X2 5200 $56.99
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16813128340 GA-M78SM-S2H $74.99 $20.00
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16814130378 9500GT $64.99 $20.00
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16820145590 2x 1Gig $32.99 $13.00
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16822148262 250Gig Sea $54.99
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16827106263 DVD Burner $23.99
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16817703015 PCP&C500W $69.99 $20.00
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16811119106 Case $49.99
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16833124115 wireless $39.99


$468.91 $73.00

$395.91

VDarthusV

Ack! Thank you for catching my error there. =]

Have a look over the list there is not a lot of upgrading room here but everythig will work nicely together.

Thank you SO much! You don't know how helpful you've been to me. You win 5+ cookie points and 1+ internet.

wrench97

Let us know how it goes.

Tux

Hey Linux Ubuntu Beryl is pretty cool isnt, you also might want to give Kubuntu a try and install "compiz fusion", it has some really neat effects, and in my opinion Kubuntu looks better than Ubuntu.

VDarthusV

Me and a friend where searching on the Internet, and we found a cheaper CPU that is practically the same except it's 1Mb instead of 512Kb.

Will it still work with the stuff you picked out?

http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/AS...nnorswebguidec

wrench97

Interesting considering they have the same part number ADO5200DOBOX
http://www.cpu-world.com/CPUs/K8/AMD...200DOBOX).html

VDarthusV

I thought they were exactly the same until my friend pointed out that the 1mb one has 1mb.

wrench97

Yes I see the what there saying but with the same part number something is fishy.

Here is the list of X2 cpu's and part numbers> http://www.cpu-world.com/CPUs/K8/TYP...2064%20X2.html

VDarthusV

Alright I get where you are coming from.

I think what most likely happened is they added the dualcore 512kb together as 1mb, even though that's not the case.

wrench97

That's what I'm thinking but it may be worth asking them.

VDarthusV

NewEgg says they either ran out of the motherboard or it got discontinued. Can you suggest anything similar that works with everything here?

Edit:
Wait, I think I found it on Amazon, can you make sure it's the same?

http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/AS...nnorswebguidec

Thanks. =]

wrench97

That is the same board but it is a "used like new" condition I would pass on it.

wrench97

How about this one > http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16813131318

VDarthusV

It's really nice but I need something at least 10 dollars cheaper. ;_;

wrench97

How about this one I haven't used Biostar for a while but they were solid boards when I did> http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16813138117

VDarthusV

Thank you so much for the speedy reply. Yeah this is really great. Are you sure it fits with everything else? ( xD motherboards are the most confusing to me)

wrench97

Yes it almost the same chipset and the CPU, and Ram are supported, The video card is Nvidia on a Nvidia chipset so no problem there.

VDarthusV

Alright thank you so much, I'm buying now, can't wait to put it all together. =]

wrench97

Let us know how it goes.