would this work for building a PC??

dragonslayerssj · 05-25-2006, 11:24 PM

--P5ND2-SLI ATX Socket 775 Motherboard - 179.99
--Pentium 4, 3.00Ghz, 800MHz FSB, Socket FC-PGA4 478-pin Processor with HT Technology - 249.99
--X1300 512MB Crossfire-Ready PCI Express Video Card - 199.99
-- Arctic cooling Super Silent 4 Ultra ICL - 19.99
--Memorex 16x16 Dual-Format Double Layer DVD Recorder - 79.99
--Star Logic Internal Floppy Drive - 24.99
--1GB PNY PC2-4300 240pin DDR2 DIMM Memory - 139.99
--Xoxide X-Ventilator Case - Black - 64.97
-500W Okia PSU 20p(Power supply)
-Dual Blue Cathode Kit(lighting)
--Western Digital 160GB Internal Hard Drive - 99.99
--Aspire Multimedia Keyboard and Optical Mouse Combo - Blue - 24.99

TOTAL: 1084.88

just wondering any suggestions or corrections please tell me this would be my first build, and would be built over time as i can not buy all at once.

Tumbleweed36 · 05-26-2006, 05:18 AM

Hi,

You need to take another look at these. The CPU and motherboard don't match each other. One is the 478 pin and he other the sociket 775.

--P5ND2-SLI ATX Socket 775 Motherboard - 179.99

--Pentium 4, 3.00Ghz, 800MHz FSB, Socket FC-PGA4 478-pin Processor with HT Technology - 249.99

When that is sorted out, then we can look at the other issues you may have in this list, but you have to take care of this first.

**MunkyPhil** · 05-26-2006, 05:20 AM

If you don't plan on getting into any serious gaming try a celeron D which is LGA775. It's also pretty good for overclocking if you need the extra power later on.

**forcifer** · 05-26-2006, 06:09 AM

the psu isnt the greatest. id look for Antec or Enermax.

dragonslayerssj · 05-26-2006, 12:06 PM

i would like to get a nice gaming cmputer so what motherboard and processor would you guys recommend to me. this processor should work right....

Intel Pentium D Processor 805, 2.66GHz, 533 MHz FSB, Socket LGA775 Boxed Processor

instead of the other one?

Tumbleweed36 · 05-26-2006, 12:40 PM

Hi,

Yes, it should fit the board you have chosen.

However, if you want primarily gaming, you might want to consider the Athlon64 series of chip. Cheaper, faster in gaming, and easy to overclock. Just an opinion. Don't misunderstand, the Pentium D is a nice chip.

**TheMatt** · 05-26-2006, 01:01 PM

I would agree, go with AMD. Here is a good setup:
Mobo: ASUS A8N-SLI Socket 939 NVIDIA nForce4 SLI ATX AMD Motherboard
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...2E16813131524R
CPU: AMD Athlon 64 3700+ San Diego 2000MHz HT 1MB L2 Cache Socket 939 Processor
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16819103622
RAM: CORSAIR XMS 2GB (2 x 1GB) 184-Pin DDR SDRAM Unbuffered DDR 400 (PC 3200) Dual Channel Kit
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16820145486
HDD: Seagate Barracuda 7200.9 SATA NCQ 3Gb/s ST3160812AS 160GB 7200 RPM 8MB Cache SATA 3.0Gb/s Hard Drive
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16822148105
Graphics: XFX PV-T73G-UDE3 Geforce 7600GT 256MB 128-bit GDDR3 PCI Express x16 Video Card
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16814150141

Tumbleweed36 · 05-26-2006, 01:43 PM

Hi,

TheMatt is on a roll. Matt, that is the exact same motherboard A8N-sli deluxe that I have and also the CPU San Diego 3700+...One great combination, I love my unit. I am not into gaming, but you can't beat either piece of hardware.

**Ralck** · 05-26-2006, 10:52 PM

I agree with TheMatt on his recomendation.

A couple things, I've had a lot of bad experience with PNY memory. It may be cheaper than some of the other brands, but it's not nearly as reliable.

Also, the x1300 video card is not a very powerful one. I agree with TheMatt that you should go with something more powerful. An x1600 or 7600 are pretty cheap, good cards, and if you wanted to spend more money, a 7900 or x1900 are top of the line.

dragonslayerssj · 05-27-2006, 08:38 AM

hey thanks guys for all the input i will probably go for TheMatts setup its actually cheaper than what i was thinking by about 100 bucks... i could maybe use that for a upgraded video card i suppose. but hey thanks again i appreciate it.

ebackhus · 05-27-2006, 12:17 PM

If you have any questions during the build or want pointers feel free to come and post again. Good luck with the new rig!

dragonslayerssj · 05-29-2006, 06:02 AM

hey i have another question... my friend was asking me if you had to or didnt have to re install windows and everything if you keep your old hard drive. the idea being since everything is stored on the HD why would you need to re install it since the motherboard just runs the stuff stored. what do you guys say?

**mgoldb2** · 05-29-2006, 06:21 AM

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16820145575

This ram would be a better choice a little more money upfront but after you get your rebates it actually cheaper. Truthfully it the same ram that was linked just the newer version of it. Main difference is it cas 2 instead of cas 3.

lower cas is better.

As for windows it possiable to get it to work without reinstalling but there a few steps to getting it too work. I think if you look around there a few threads explaining how too already here.

dragonslayerssj · 05-29-2006, 01:28 PM

hey thanks ill check it out

Tumbleweed36 · 05-29-2006, 02:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dragonslayerssj

hey i have another question... my friend was asking me if you had to or didnt have to re install windows and everything if you keep your old hard drive. the idea being since everything is stored on the HD why would you need to re install it since the motherboard just runs the stuff stored. what do you guys say?

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Hi,

Here you go, give this one a try:

http://support.microsoft.com/default...b;en-us;824125

05-25-2006, 11:24 PM	#1 (permalink)
dragonslayerssj Registered User Join Date: May 2006 Posts: 16 OS: Windows XP	would this work for building a PC?? --P5ND2-SLI ATX Socket 775 Motherboard - 179.99 --Pentium 4, 3.00Ghz, 800MHz FSB, Socket FC-PGA4 478-pin Processor with HT Technology - 249.99 --X1300 512MB Crossfire-Ready PCI Express Video Card - 199.99 -- Arctic cooling Super Silent 4 Ultra ICL - 19.99 --Memorex 16x16 Dual-Format Double Layer DVD Recorder - 79.99 --Star Logic Internal Floppy Drive - 24.99 --1GB PNY PC2-4300 240pin DDR2 DIMM Memory - 139.99 --Xoxide X-Ventilator Case - Black - 64.97 -500W Okia PSU 20p(Power supply) -Dual Blue Cathode Kit(lighting) --Western Digital 160GB Internal Hard Drive - 99.99 --Aspire Multimedia Keyboard and Optical Mouse Combo - Blue - 24.99 TOTAL: 1084.88 just wondering any suggestions or corrections please tell me this would be my first build, and would be built over time as i can not buy all at once.

05-26-2006, 05:18 AM	#2 (permalink)
Tumbleweed36 Asst Manager Hardware Join Date: May 2005 Location: USA Posts: 19,632 OS: XP Professional	Hi, You need to take another look at these. The CPU and motherboard don't match each other. One is the 478 pin and he other the sociket 775. --P5ND2-SLI ATX Socket 775 Motherboard - 179.99 --Pentium 4, 3.00Ghz, 800MHz FSB, Socket FC-PGA4 478-pin Processor with HT Technology - 249.99 When that is sorted out, then we can look at the other issues you may have in this list, but you have to take care of this first. __________________ ---------- I don't receive email notifications of replies to subscribed threads. (Internet provider policy) Therefore, if I don't respond to your post within 24 hours, please send me a reminder PM and include the link to your thread. Last edited by Tumbleweed36; 05-26-2006 at 05:21 AM.

05-26-2006, 05:20 AM	#3 (permalink)
MunkyPhil TSF Enthusiast Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Liverpool, England Posts: 1,140 OS: Win XP Pro SP2 My System	If you don't plan on getting into any serious gaming try a celeron D which is LGA775. It's also pretty good for overclocking if you need the extra power later on. __________________ "Now I am become death, the destroyer of worlds." - J. Robert Oppenheimer, July 16th 1945. CPU-z -- Memtest -- Speedfan -- Prime95 -- SandraLite Important Power Supply Info -- Applying Thermal Paste -- Posting System Specs

05-26-2006, 06:09 AM	#4 (permalink)
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05-26-2006, 12:40 PM	#6 (permalink)
Tumbleweed36 Asst Manager Hardware Join Date: May 2005 Location: USA Posts: 19,632 OS: XP Professional	Hi, Yes, it should fit the board you have chosen. However, if you want primarily gaming, you might want to consider the Athlon64 series of chip. Cheaper, faster in gaming, and easy to overclock. Just an opinion. Don't misunderstand, the Pentium D is a nice chip. __________________ ---------- I don't receive email notifications of replies to subscribed threads. (Internet provider policy) Therefore, if I don't respond to your post within 24 hours, please send me a reminder PM and include the link to your thread.

05-26-2006, 12:06 PM	#5 (permalink)
dragonslayerssj Registered User Join Date: May 2006 Posts: 16 OS: Windows XP	i would like to get a nice gaming cmputer so what motherboard and processor would you guys recommend to me. this processor should work right.... Intel Pentium D Processor 805, 2.66GHz, 533 MHz FSB, Socket LGA775 Boxed Processor instead of the other one?

05-26-2006, 01:01 PM	#7 (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	I would agree, go with AMD. Here is a good setup: Mobo: ASUS A8N-SLI Socket 939 NVIDIA nForce4 SLI ATX AMD Motherboard http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...2E16813131524R CPU: AMD Athlon 64 3700+ San Diego 2000MHz HT 1MB L2 Cache Socket 939 Processor http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16819103622 RAM: CORSAIR XMS 2GB (2 x 1GB) 184-Pin DDR SDRAM Unbuffered DDR 400 (PC 3200) Dual Channel Kit http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16820145486 HDD: Seagate Barracuda 7200.9 SATA NCQ 3Gb/s ST3160812AS 160GB 7200 RPM 8MB Cache SATA 3.0Gb/s Hard Drive http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16822148105 Graphics: XFX PV-T73G-UDE3 Geforce 7600GT 256MB 128-bit GDDR3 PCI Express x16 Video Card http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16814150141 __________________ - 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; 05-26-2006 at 01:03 PM.

05-26-2006, 01:43 PM	#8 (permalink)
Tumbleweed36 Asst Manager Hardware Join Date: May 2005 Location: USA Posts: 19,632 OS: XP Professional	Hi, TheMatt is on a roll. Matt, that is the exact same motherboard A8N-sli deluxe that I have and also the CPU San Diego 3700+...One great combination, I love my unit. I am not into gaming, but you can't beat either piece of hardware. __________________ ---------- I don't receive email notifications of replies to subscribed threads. (Internet provider policy) Therefore, if I don't respond to your post within 24 hours, please send me a reminder PM and include the link to your thread.

05-26-2006, 10:52 PM	#9 (permalink)
Ralck TSF Enthusiast Join Date: Dec 2004 Posts: 1,454 OS: 98SE/XP PRO/FC4 My System	I agree with TheMatt on his recomendation. A couple things, I've had a lot of bad experience with PNY memory. It may be cheaper than some of the other brands, but it's not nearly as reliable. Also, the x1300 video card is not a very powerful one. I agree with TheMatt that you should go with something more powerful. An x1600 or 7600 are pretty cheap, good cards, and if you wanted to spend more money, a 7900 or x1900 are top of the line.

05-27-2006, 08:38 AM	#10 (permalink)
dragonslayerssj Registered User Join Date: May 2006 Posts: 16 OS: Windows XP	hey thanks guys for all the input i will probably go for TheMatts setup its actually cheaper than what i was thinking by about 100 bucks... i could maybe use that for a upgraded video card i suppose. but hey thanks again i appreciate it.

05-27-2006, 12:17 PM	#11 (permalink)
ebackhus Manager, Design Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: SATX Posts: 14,243 OS: WinXP Pro SP3/Windows 7 RTM My System Blog Entries: 28	If you have any questions during the build or want pointers feel free to come and post again. Good luck with the new rig! __________________ ----------------------------- There are no dumb questions, unless a customer is asking them. Help in the fight against cancer and other serious illnesses.

05-29-2006, 06:02 AM	#12 (permalink)
dragonslayerssj Registered User Join Date: May 2006 Posts: 16 OS: Windows XP	hey i have another question... my friend was asking me if you had to or didnt have to re install windows and everything if you keep your old hard drive. the idea being since everything is stored on the HD why would you need to re install it since the motherboard just runs the stuff stored. what do you guys say?

05-29-2006, 06:21 AM	#13 (permalink)
mgoldb2 TSF Enthusiast Join Date: Dec 2004 Posts: 604 OS: windows xp	http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16820145575 This ram would be a better choice a little more money upfront but after you get your rebates it actually cheaper. Truthfully it the same ram that was linked just the newer version of it. Main difference is it cas 2 instead of cas 3. lower cas is better. As for windows it possiable to get it to work without reinstalling but there a few steps to getting it too work. I think if you look around there a few threads explaining how too already here. __________________

05-29-2006, 01:28 PM	#14 (permalink)
dragonslayerssj Registered User Join Date: May 2006 Posts: 16 OS: Windows XP	hey thanks ill check it out