Opinions on this Rig

yustr · 07-19-2006, 10:55 AM

Guys,

I am likely in the market for a new machine. I have occasionally upgraded my old (circa 2000) 900 MHz AMD Compaq and it appears to be failing. I came across [http://www.tigerdirect.com/applicati...&NoMapp=0]THIS KIT[/url] and am wondering what y'all think. I figure I can use some of the more recent components (DVD RW, HD's, NIC, key board, etc.). Pricing it out with Win XP Pro and 1G of PC3200 = $350.

I know the power supply is below what is normally recommended but again, given my use, is that really a concern?

My needs are very basic. The only game I ever play (and that only rarely) is Slient Hunter III. I mostly just use it for Web/Email and mod-ing TSF of course. I might do some basic photoshop but nothing too strenuous. I rarely have more than one or two aps open - old habits die hard.

Opinions???

**Terrister** · 07-19-2006, 01:46 PM

I built my last desktop from Tiger Direct kits like this one. Did have to replace the power supply after about 2 years.
This looks like a good build for a great price. Should be overkill for the apps you use.

**linderman** · 07-19-2006, 05:17 PM

Sounds like a hellva deal for the money! even if you do have to cough up for another PSU ina year or so; it certainly wont kill that deal !! I have paid that sticker price for video cards before !

enjoy

Tumbleweed36 · 07-19-2006, 06:34 PM

Hi,

I had a basic unit much like that about three years ago for a spare computer and ran it with a little 300 watt enlight power supply. It never mssed a beat during the couple of years that I had it.

If you don't get caught up into the exotic video card craze or become a game junkie, it should serve the purpose for you. Sounds like a very good cost factor for what you are getting.

Indoril Nerevar · 07-19-2006, 07:40 PM

Great value. I use a socket 754 version of that CPU in one of my systems - good CPU. I've played Oblivion at medium detail with that CPU, so you can be sure it will handle all the things you want to do with it.

The 350W is a little low for my likings, but should be fine.

07-19-2006, 10:55 AM	#1 (permalink)
yustr Asst. Manager, The Conversation Pit Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Connecticut shore Posts: 6,066 OS: XP Pro My System	Opinions on this Rig Guys, I am likely in the market for a new machine. I have occasionally upgraded my old (circa 2000) 900 MHz AMD Compaq and it appears to be failing. I came across [http://www.tigerdirect.com/applicati...&NoMapp=0]THIS KIT[/url] and am wondering what y'all think. I figure I can use some of the more recent components (DVD RW, HD's, NIC, key board, etc.). Pricing it out with Win XP Pro and 1G of PC3200 = $350. I know the power supply is below what is normally recommended but again, given my use, is that really a concern? My needs are very basic. The only game I ever play (and that only rarely) is Slient Hunter III. I mostly just use it for Web/Email and mod-ing TSF of course. I might do some basic photoshop but nothing too strenuous. I rarely have more than one or two aps open - old habits die hard. Opinions??? __________________ If there are lawyers or politicians involved, logic may be a very poor tool for reaching a conclusion. Last edited by yustr; 07-19-2006 at 11:34 AM.

07-19-2006, 01:46 PM	#2 (permalink)
Terrister Moderator Hardware Forum Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: West Georgia, USA Posts: 7,098 OS: Xp	I built my last desktop from Tiger Direct kits like this one. Did have to replace the power supply after about 2 years. This looks like a good build for a great price. Should be overkill for the apps you use. __________________

07-19-2006, 05:17 PM	#3 (permalink)
linderman Moderator, Hardware Team Join Date: May 2005 Posts: 20,442 OS: win 2000 pro / Win XP pro My System	Sounds like a hellva deal for the money! even if you do have to cough up for another PSU ina year or so; it certainly wont kill that deal !! I have paid that sticker price for video cards before ! enjoy __________________ I still know nothing and I respect that fact, striving to improve and, along the way, help anyone that comes from the place that I used to be! Power Supply Selection LEARN TO BACK-UP YOUR DATA FREE & EASY YouTube - Runtime Software DriveImage XML tutorial

07-19-2006, 06:34 PM	#4 (permalink)
Tumbleweed36 Asst Manager Hardware Join Date: May 2005 Location: USA Posts: 19,701 OS: XP Professional	Hi, I had a basic unit much like that about three years ago for a spare computer and ran it with a little 300 watt enlight power supply. It never mssed a beat during the couple of years that I had it. If you don't get caught up into the exotic video card craze or become a game junkie, it should serve the purpose for you. Sounds like a very good cost factor for what you are getting. __________________ ---------- 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.

07-19-2006, 07:40 PM	#5 (permalink)
Indoril Nerevar Manager, Games Team Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Queensland, Australia Posts: 5,015 OS: Windows 7 RC 64-bit My System	Great value. I use a socket 754 version of that CPU in one of my systems - good CPU. I've played Oblivion at medium detail with that CPU, so you can be sure it will handle all the things you want to do with it. The 350W is a little low for my likings, but should be fine. __________________ Donating to the forum keeps TSF free for all. • Common PC Game Issues • Common Installation Issues • Posting System Specs • Power Supply Information • • NVIDIA Drivers • ATI Drivers • Thermal Paste Guide • System Requirements Lab • YouGamers Game-o-Meter • • Everest • Prime95 • DirectX • AMD Drivers • Memtest86 • SensorsView • Driver Cleaner • I do not give help via PM. Please post your question on the forum.