Aww, it finally happened

**Schmarvin** · June 24th, 2008, 00:46

After 3 years of dedicated computer building. I think my computer has finally died. **Currently on an old laptop. Either my motherboard or procesor has died, or even both. Not sure. But everything else works. I might even need a new power supply. I can't get bios to flash or appear on my screen.

Anyways, I'm hoping some of you can help me look on newegg or tigerdirect for some prices. I'm searching for the following specs, hopefully you can help me find some nice discounts/deals.

CPU: AMD either Dual-Core or Quad-Core
RAM: At least DDR2 800
Motherboard: 1 PCI-Express 2.0 slot minimum, 4 RAM slots minimum

**For the motherboard, I would prefer it not be a Micro ATX, a normal ATX is what I'm looking for.

My budget, $400-500
If possible, I'd also like a 512MB or even a 256MB graphics card by Nvidia, maybe an 8000 series.

Let me hear your suggestions, and please, provide some links. Thanks. Hoping to upgrade and get my computer running as soon as possible. Thank you in advance.

**AdamJ** · June 24th, 2008, 07:08

Ouch dude sorry to hear about your PC.

I'd recommend an intel CPU instead of an AMD

much more efficient. You could get:

GIGABYTE GA-G31M-S2L LGA 775 Intel G31 Micro ATX Intel Motherboard
Intel Core 2 Duo E6550 Conroe 2.33GHz 4M shared L2 Cache LGA 775 65W Dual-Core Processor

You can get those 2 above as a package, not sure how much, but they seem worth it!

Hope that helps,
Adz

**fnixws** · June 24th, 2008, 08:24

Best Buy has got Compaq Presario Dual Core Laptop for $400.
$420 shipped!

http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage....D1204332500697

* Intel® Pentium® Dual-Core mobile processor T2370 with 533MHz frontside bus, 1MB L2 cache and 1.73GHz processor speed
* 1GB DDR2 memory for multitasking power, expandable to 2GB
* Multiformat DVD±RW/CD-RW drive with double-layer support records up to 8.5GB of data or 4 hours of video using compatible media

* 15.4" WXGA high-definition LCD widescreen display with BrightView technology and 1280 x 800 resolution
* 160GB Serial ATA hard drive (5400 rpm)
* Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator X3100 with up to 251MB shared video memory; S-video output; built-in Altec Lansing audio
* 3 high-speed USB 2.0 ports for fast digital video, audio and data transfer
* Built-in high-speed wireless LAN (802.11b/g); built-in 10/100Base-T Ethernet LAN (with RJ-45 connector); high-speed 56 Kbps modem
* Weighs 5.8 lbs. and measures just 1.6" thin for easy portability; 6-cell lithium-ion battery and AC adapter
* Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium Edition operating system with Service Pack 1 (SP1) preinstalled; software package included with HP Photosmart Essentials, muvee autoProducer, Adobe Acrobat Reader and more
* Learn more about Windows Vista
* Intel, Pentium, Celeron, Centrino, Core, Viiv, Intel Inside and the Intel Inside logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Intel Corporation or its subsidiaries in the United States and other countries.

Cheapest Dule Core Laptop Around!!

Yanks only.

**Schmarvin** · June 24th, 2008, 15:07

Heh, fnixws, I can find better laptops. But, thats beside the point. I'm looking for PC parts.

**Andrej** · June 24th, 2008, 16:41

Sorry to hear that. I hope this just won't happen to me anytime soon, as I don't have money for a new computer now.

Anyway, are you going to buy a new laptop or a desktop PC? For laptosps, I recommend Toshibas.

**Corazu** · June 24th, 2008, 16:52

Originally Posted by Andrej

For laptosps, I recommend Toshibas.

Oh god no....Toshiba is horrible if you ever need to call them for support. For a laptop I definitely recommend Fujitsu (if you can afford one) HP and dell are good for budget too.

**Schmarvin** · June 24th, 2008, 21:43

Okay, not to be rude here. But, I specifically asked/requested for PC PARTS! If you people are foreign, please translate this into your language to understand. I hate when people try to send me links/stuff I don't want.

Post the following only:
AMD Processor, at least Dual-core
AMD Motherboard, at least 1 PCI-E 2.0 slot
RAM, at least DDR2 800

**fnixws** · June 25th, 2008, 07:33

lol.. may bad dude, it was late and i was reading that 1/2 asleep

**Patrick** · June 25th, 2008, 10:22

Here's my current setup:

AMD Athlon 64 x2 5000+ (2.6 GHz) Black Edition - Dual Core - http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16819103194

2 x Corsair XMS2 2GB (2x1GB Sticks) DDR2 800MHZ - http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16820145034

BIOSTAR TFORCE TA780G Motherboard (16GB Max RAM, AM2+/AM2 socket support) - http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16813138105

XFX GeForce 8600GT (540 MHz / 1180 MHz clocks) 512MB GDDR2 - http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16814150247

With XFX, you have nothing to worry about as you can fry one of their cards overclocking it and they'll still replace it free of charge, they have a double lifetime warranty.

Runs nicely.

**utcrazy** · June 25th, 2008, 10:51

Stay away from Toshiba, nothing but issues. Same with Acer. HP actually makes very solid laptops.

**iBrightDev** · June 25th, 2008, 10:56

Originally Posted by Schmarvin

After 3 years of dedicated computer building. I think my computer has finally died. **Currently on an old laptop. Either my motherboard or procesor has died, or even both. Not sure. But everything else works. I might even need a new power supply. I can't get bios to flash or appear on my screen.

Anyways, I'm hoping some of you can help me look on newegg or tigerdirect for some prices. I'm searching for the following specs, hopefully you can help me find some nice discounts/deals.

CPU: AMD either Dual-Core or Quad-Core
RAM: At least DDR2 800
Motherboard: 1 PCI-Express 2.0 slot minimum, 4 RAM slots minimum

**For the motherboard, I would prefer it not be a Micro ATX, a normal ATX is what I'm looking for.

My budget, $400-500
If possible, I'd also like a 512MB or even a 256MB graphics card by Nvidia, maybe an 8000 series.

Let me hear your suggestions, and please, provide some links. Thanks. Hoping to upgrade and get my computer running as soon as possible. Thank you in advance.

if there is a local frys electronics, you can get a dual core 64 bit AMD with motherboard, 2GB ram, hard drive etc, for just under $500. i built one for a client a couple months back.

**JohnN** · June 25th, 2008, 13:35

Originally Posted by Schmarvin

Okay, not to be rude here. But, I specifically asked/requested for PC PARTS! If you people are foreign, please translate this into your language to understand. I hate when people try to send me links/stuff I don't want.

Post the following only:
AMD Processor, at least Dual-core
AMD Motherboard, at least 1 PCI-E 2.0 slot
RAM, at least DDR2 800

hey no need to be rude, people are doing you a favour here.

**Schmarvin** · June 25th, 2008, 14:13

By posting junk I didn't want to look at...? Wow, loving the off topic-ness.

@Patrick, nice specs. I'll take a look at them.

**jing01** · July 3rd, 2008, 00:35

Originally Posted by Patrick

Here's my current setup:

AMD Athlon 64 x2 5000+ (2.6 GHz) Black Edition - Dual Core - http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16819103194

2 x Corsair XMS2 2GB (2x1GB Sticks) DDR2 800MHZ - http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16820145034

BIOSTAR TFORCE TA780G Motherboard (16GB Max RAM, AM2+/AM2 socket support) - http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16813138105

XFX GeForce 8600GT (540 MHz / 1180 MHz clocks) 512MB GDDR2 - http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16814150247

With XFX, you have nothing to worry about as you can fry one of their cards overclocking it and they'll still replace it free of charge, they have a double lifetime warranty.

Runs nicely.

the setup are really nice