building a gaming pc?

Posted on February 19, 2012 by admin

I am building my first computer as soon as I get my tax return here in the next couple months. I will probably use it primarily for gaming, movies, and music. Here is what I have come up with…I was just wondering if there is anything I should change, anything that may be incompatible with other parts in my build, anything additional I need such as cables, thermal paste, hardware, etc. All listed prices are from Amazon, and my absolute maximum is ,000, but cheaper is always better as long as they are quality parts.

Case – Antec Nine Hundred Black Steel ATX Mid Tower Computer Case – $ 99.99

Motherboard – MSI MB-Z68MA45 LGA1155/ Intel Z68 B3/ DDR3/ CrossFireX & SLI/ SATA3&USB3.0/ A&GbE/ MATX Motherboard – 0.99

CPU – Intel Core i5-2500K Processor – 9.99

Video Card – Galaxy Technology GeForce GTX 570 1280 MB GDDR5 PCI Express 2.0 DVI/DVI/Mini-HDMI SLI Ready Graphics Card, 57NKH3HS4GXK – 9.99

RAM – G.SKILL Ripjaws X Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) 240-Pin DDR3 SDRAM DDR3 1600 (PC3 12800) Desktop Memory Model F3-12800CL8D-8GBXM – $ 88.99

HDD – Western Digital 2 TB SATA II 64 MB Cache 3.5-Inch Retail Kit – WDBAAZ0020HNC-NRS – 9.95

SSD – Intel 320 Series 80 GB SATA 2.5-Inch Solid-State Drive Brown Box – 9.99

Optical Drive – LG UH12LS28K LightScribe 12x SATA Blu-Ray Combo Internal Drive, Bulk (Black) – $ 61.99

Heatsink – Cooler Master Hyper 212 Plus 120mm Sleeve CPU Cooler, RR-B10-212P-G1 – $ 24.21

PSU – Corsair Gaming Series 600-Watt 80 Plus Certified Power Supply Compatible with Intel and
AMD Platforms – CMPSU-600G – $ 83.24

Monitor – ASUS VS247H-P 23.6-Inch LCD Monitor – Black – 4.99

Keyboard – Cyborg Gaming Keyboard with Tri-Color Backlighting – $ 75.99

Mouse – Cyborg R.A.T.7 Gaming Mouse for PC and MAC – $ 79.99

Sound Card – Creative Sound Blaster X-Fi XtremeGamer Sound Card (70SB073A00000) – $ 97.99

Speakers – Logitech Speaker System Z623 – 2.00

TOTAL_________________,956.28
I actually found all these parts on newegg.com, (except the motherboard), and all of the amazon prices were equal or less than those of newegg.

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Bullet proof Steel Reinforced?

Posted on February 3, 2012 by admin

I am looking for a Blast Proof Bullet proof Steel Reinforced Brief case with a digital password and a finger print processor for entry, with an internal camera recording all who open it and a built in voice recorder to hear the voices of all who open it, I need it to be able to take a Direct hit from a 50 MM Sniper Rifle, It needs to have a built in computer in it. Do you know where i would be able to Obtain one of these price doesn’t matter i can spend ,000,000 on it

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Building A Gaming PC.?

Posted on January 8, 2012 by admin

Ok before I was ordering on tigerdirect.com check my previous question and compare this setup and price.

SAMSUNG 20X DVD±R DVD Burner Black SATA Model SH-S203B/BEBE – OEM

Antec Nine Hundred Black Steel ATX Mid Tower Computer Case – Retail

Western Digital Caviar SE16 WD5000AAKS 500GB 7200 RPM SATA 3.0Gb/s Hard Drive – OEM

ZOGIS ZO88GT-E GeForce 8800GT 512MB 256-bit GDDR3 PCI Express 2.0 x16 HDCP Ready SLI Supported Video Card – Retail

hec Zephyr750 ATX12V / EPS12V 750W Power Supply – Retail

Transcend 4GB(2 x 2GB) 240-Pin DDR2 SDRAM DDR2 800 (PC2 6400) Dual Channel Kit Desktop Memory Model JM4GDDR2-8K – Retail

EVGA 122-CK-NF68-T1 LGA 775 NVIDIA nForce 680i SLI ATX Intel Motherboard – Retail

Intel Core 2 Quad Q6600 Kentsfield 2.4GHz LGA 775 Quad-Core Processor Model BX80562Q6600 – Retail

Microsoft Windows Vista 32-Bit Home Premium for System Builders Single Pack DVD – OEM

Thermaltake CL-P0401 110mm Full-Range Fan CPU Cooler – Retail
Price is 15.16 And I have 1 YR warrenty on CPU & Motherboard.

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I am building a new computer, please add any suggestions?

Posted on December 24, 2011 by admin

I’m building it for some light gaming and other practical uses for school and what not.

these are my current components, my budget is around 550 for the desktop itself.

Kingston HyperX Blu 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3 SDRAM 1333MHz 240-pin Desktop Memory
(already bought)

HIS H687FN1GD Radeon HD 6870 1GB 256-bit GDDR5 PCI Express 2.1 x16 HDCP Ready CrossFireX Support Video Card

BIOSTAR TZ68A+ LGA 1155 Intel Z68 HDMI SATA 6Gb/s USB 3.0 ATX Intel Motherboard

COOLER MASTER eXtreme Power Plus RS-550-PCAR-E3 550W ATX12V V2.3 SLI Ready CrossFire Ready Power Supply

COOLER MASTER Elite 430 RC-430-KWN1 Black Steel / Plastic Computer Case

And I still need to get a HD, probably 1TB waiting for prices to drop for Black Friday.

What do you think of this current set-up and is it good enough or would I do better with more power?

Also, do I need a second fan for my case? This one only comes with 1.

Thank you!
Oh, and my CPU is the i5 2500K

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Structural Engs: Why are bridges not made of a stainless steel?

Posted on September 23, 2011 by admin

We all see steel bridges, and most all of them are covered with large patches of rust. Which means a gradual weakening, and lots of maintenance problems. Are there no grades of steel that are relatively rust proof and suited for this use? Even if a bit weaker and thus needing more structure?

And if so, what would be the relative price difference? My point is, would it not be cheaper in the long run to build bridges with rust proof material and reduce the maintenance costs?

A similar question revolves around the Rbar used in concrete structures.
I’m not sure that doubling the capital cost of the bridge and slashing the maintenance costs is not a good deal. Consider that a bridge should be good for 100 years, and calculate the costs over that time. But the politicians would never buy it.
I thought galvanizing didn’t last that long, as the zinc "sacrifices itself", but as it does that, it gets oxidized. When it’s all gone, no more protection.

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Nix a house purchase due to polybutylene plumbing?

Posted on September 2, 2011 by admin

My mother-in-law is looking to buy a house built in 1985 with some polybutylene. The owner of 9 years states "I have not had any leaks or problems with the pipes myself. I believe all the overhead water pipes in the house are steel so maybe the house is already partially retrofitted. I do know that at least the pipes under the sinks are poly". The house is otherwise perfect – much better than others in the price range. The house is on a slab in New Mexico. Is this that major an issue?

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How much would a 850 square foot condo in midtown Manhattan?

Posted on August 9, 2011 by admin

let us say money is no object. (this is for a research project on pricing in different areas)

you want 850 square feet,
a private terrace that is at least 100 square feet,
doorman building
24 hour security
parking included
media room
new energy star stainless steel appliances included
24 hour security included
nice neighbor hood
4rd floor or higher

thank you in advance.

also if you know what something like this would cost in other major cities that would be helpful?

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Can anyone thats certified customize a off road bumper for a1996 dodge ram?

Posted on August 3, 2011 by admin

i need a new bumper that can hold a winch and built for off road but cant find anyone that will do the work. i need someone whose a certified fabricator that can bend steel, weld and the works.

any reccomendations for off road websites or anyone, all for the right price????

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Where to find forecast of building materials prices?

Posted on July 3, 2011 by admin

I work in a construction company and today my boss just threw an assignment on my desk. I am supposed to find out price forecast of building materials such as Steel Rebars, Ready Mixed Concrete etc.

I am v v new in the construction industry, barely 2 months, and I really have no clue where to start. I’ve already found analyst reports on BMI on commodities (steel) but that’s not what he’s looking for.
Someone help me pls?

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My husband & I want to finish our basement! Does this price sound about right?

Posted on April 28, 2011 by admin

This independent contractor we met! Gave us the price of 35K to finish our basement. Is it accurate or bs? Here’s the list!
Bargain Basements, Inc. proposes to finish approximately
1420 s.f. of basement- a turnkey price of ,900.00. Included in this price are the following:

•All labor and material to frame, drywall, trim and paint approximately 1420 s.f.
•Frame trey ceilings in all rooms except bathroom to maximize ceiling height.
•Frame closet in hallway.
•All electrical wiring per local building code. Includes 2 phone and 2 cables.
• Baseboard, door casing, window casing, and doors to match 1st floor of existing home. 1 piece 4”crown molding inside trey ceilings.
•1 trim color, 1 light base flat wall color and 1 ceiling color.
•Door hardware to match 1st floor of existing home.
•½ “ drywall to be installed on walls and ceilings.
•Full bathroom including steel tub with tile surround and chrome faucet, elongated white toilet, 36” white vanity with cultured marble top

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