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JudgeJimmie

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I'll probably pull the trigger than pretty quick here. Unless, maybe I should hold off on a vid card and get the DX 11 when it comes out and upgrade my PC with a vid card then. Like I have said, I'm not to heavy of a gamer, so I can probably get by with the onboard card for awhile?
 
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There is no onboard, go with the one in the spec, DX11 cards will be pricey (i think) when they come out and you'll get by without it for ages.
 

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Ok, then yeah, I will probably be pulling the trigger on this by the end of next week. Can't wait! lol.
 

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I should probably start planning my build now too. My plan has always been to start with Linux, than when Windows 7 is out dual boot with that. I plan on downloading the 9.04 Version 64-bit. This would work on my system, correct? 6 GB RAM.
 
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It should work... anyways, I think 4770 and 48xx cards will be compatible with DX11... No it isn't worth the wait for you...

BUT one thing that might be worth it is to buy an i7 D0 stepping... They cost 300$+ though, but many people sold their i7 co/c1 for a D0... have a final in 10 min gotta study :D
 

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Ok, I'm about to order the system. I was thinking about adding a last second TV Tuner, so do you guys have any suggestions? I think I am staying with that case that n-ster originally suggested, the guardian, even with the shipping. USB card reader comes with it, so I'll use that as my excuse.
Thanks again for all of your help.
 
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I got a Hauppauge and its good except for the software, your goin for linux (i think so cant help you with software) but im sure you'll be ok.

i think i may be as excited as you :eek: good luck:D
 

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I got a Hauppauge and its good except for the software, your goin for linux (i think so cant help you with software) but im sure you'll be ok.

i think i may be as excited as you :eek: good luck:D

lol thanks man, last question before I do it. Probably a dumb one, but is there a way to play an Xbox or PS3 on this Computer. I saw some tuners had the three colored plug-ins that I use now. Not really sure how this works.
 
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What about mouse and keyboard??
 
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Dont know that brand, ill have a look tomorrow. an old mouse/keybo may spoil you new experiance a bit. i may sound like a twat but spending more than a grand on a pc and using an old m/kb is a bit of a shame, you use them ALL THE TIME and will notice!!!! speakers on the monitor will be poo! i use my stereo, dont have any experiance whith xbox/ps3 but get a monitor with hdmi input and you'll be good. dont try and run the xbox through the pc-askin for issues, pc is best for games anyway!!
 

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See, I knew it was a stupid question lol. My monitor supports it, didn't even think about going straight to the monitor lol.... anyways. I guess I will get a keyboard and a mouse, ended up with a little more than expected from graduation. Any recommendations for the keyboard?
 
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Yea the vh226H is SUPERB with PS3/X360... wait for the case... if you want to get it even with shipping, you can get better one for same $$

example... This ends up being the exact same price as the guardian and is much better (Guardian is 110 -20MIR after ship so is that one..)
 

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Know of any good cases off the top of your head? I feel bad makin you do the research for me lol. I looked on Newegg and I don't really know what to look for in a case.
 
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Well, for the same price, you get the Tempest (110 -20MIR) which is much better... another great case, but this one is 125$ (after 15$ promo code) is the HAF 932 (awesome case... you will probably never need to change your case again)

If you would like to know cheaper alternatives let me know... I know some too... I'm fine doing the research btw :D I love doing it :)

If you want, you can buy an i7 D0 btw...
 
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I was looking at that, didn't quite understand all that it was and if it was worth the extra $$$.

Btw, Ima go with the HAF case.
 
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It'll OC better and be cooler... but you should be fine with c0/c1 no worries :D You'll love the HAF... great airflow (thus the name, High Air Flow) quiet and great quality as well as a lot of room inside and easy to install in it
 

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Ok man, just doing a final check for the combo deals and I am making this purchase. Thanks for all of the help.
 
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Can you take a SS of your cart before? I'll want to check too xD remember, i7 from Microcenter! did you call them?
 
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Yeap, ok, I'm going ahead and buying this. Thanks again everyone. I will be back with pictures of the build hopefully!
 
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