Hahaha, this thread is taking a very local spin! I like it!
Question (that probably belongs with the software community)- I want to instal Windows 7 64-bit on this machine. I currently own a Windows 7 disc and have used it on my current computer. I will be removing and reformatting the hard...
Question to add to that, Zap-
Why an HDD for games? Will they not perform great off an SSD?
I was planning on using my future SSD for gaming :(
The speeds look so amazing! I'm getting a 120GB so it can hold the OS, apps & games too!
Just repeating the above as a courtesy, you've already...
Haha, thanks Zap!
What is a BIOS fan profile? And how do I enable it? I think I'm about to learn something here :P
Is it just an option in BIOS? And are Intel stock coolers generally quieter than AMD's?
Drop me some knowledge! :)
Thank you guys, these are great recommendations! I'm pulling bits and pieces left and right :D
EDIT: Question though, is aftermarket cooling necessary if I don't plan on overclocking?
Ladies and gentlemen of the magnificent Anandtech community,
It is time..
To build a new computer!
This community's fantastic feedback taught me more than I could deal with 4/5 years ago when I built my first computer. Now, Round 2- FIGHT! :D
I've come prepared, I think I have a good...
chelhxi, you're recommendations are almost perfectly in line with what I plan to build for my friend (proposed rig: http://forums.anandtech.com/showthread.php?t=2104983). Only difference is I was looking at:
Intel Core i5-750 Lynnfield 2.66GHz...
The pricing of computer technology is a very confusing thing. I think it deserves its own economics course, because it sure doesn't follow any traditional rules.
Amazing recommendations!
But regarding the motherboard/memory/graphics card- my friend has a lot of brand loyalty. Even I've come to trust ASUS & EVGA. He's going to spend a little more for a name he knows.
So regarding the motherboard, I've found this (for the same price?! Weird.)-
ASUS...
Hello helpful Anandtech community.
It seems I step away from the game for a second, and I know nothing about computers!
You guys have been a huge help before, and I believe round two will be no different! :D
Of important note- this build is for a friend.
ASUS P7P55D-E LGA 1156 Intel P55 SATA...
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