Real Budget Build

Deleted User Posted February 28th 2006 Updated Feb 28th 2006 - 9:32 PM 12,712 views
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Key features

Intel CPU AMD Graphics

The build

Built for a friend without a lot to spend. Pretty basic setup.

System specs

CPU
Celeron 2.4 GHz
Motherboard
MSI PT880
RAM
512 MB DDR400
GPU
ATI 9250
Storage
120 GB Seagate
PSU
Thermaltake 480 W
Case
Ultra
OS
Windows XP Home
Creative SoundBlaster
AOpen DVD burner

Performed mods

nothing special, some cable sleeving and lighting.

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10 Comments on Real Budget Build

#1
Tory
Nice looks. How come you don't put faster hardware in there though? Do you build custom PC's for clients?
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#2
FLY3R
I hate that motherboard you used, but that just becuase you can't overclock with it... gana fry it some how lol. Looks great i like the UV.. Thumbs up.
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#3
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ToryNice looks. How come you don't put faster hardware in there though? Do you build custom PC's for clients?
I built this for a friend who had less than $500.00 to spend. Thanks to newegg and a few rebates I was able to get under that mark. The person that I built it for uses it mainly for internet, so no need for faster hardware or overclocking.

And yes, I have built seven computers over the last year or so.
#5
wtf8269
It's a very nice clean build, awesome budget PC. It's a shame some people buy a Dell or Emachines over something as nice as this.
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#7
bruins004
Where did you put all the wires you didn't use...Some tips on wire management would be appreciated. Thanks
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#8
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bruins004Where did you put all the wires you didn't use...Some tips on wire management would be appreciated. Thanks
Well, since this was going to be used by somebody other than myself, I just neatly wrapped and placed them inside the empty drive cage so they would be accesable if they should decided to add other parts. (fans, drives, whatever would require power)
I wanted it to be as user serviceable as possible (ie, dont call me unless something isnt working right!)

If its for your own use, I would look around at others who have cleanly run cables behind the motherboard tray.
#9
PVTCaboose1337
Graphical Hacker
Nice built, but the blue light is too bright for my liking.
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#10
technicks
Hi there. Nice clean look. Regards from Holland
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