Project Computer Update

Alright, this should be my last update. I got all three of my remaining parts. The RAM I got is 4 4GB sticks for a total of 16GB.



I also got the GPU. It's a Nvidia GeForce GTX 460.




Then of course, I have the CPU. An Intel i5-655K Unlocked processor running at 3.20 GHz that my motherboard can boost to around 3.50 GHz.



And that's it. Now I just have to get some stuff to put it together with and I'll be posting the assembly video.

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Project Computer Update

Well, I got a new part. And on the same day, my laptop's wi-fi stopped working. So I'm buying two more parts next week, and the last part on the week after. This part is the motherboard: a Gigabyte GA-P55A-UD3.







Here's a rundown of the ports from top to bottom: PS/2 Connector; 2 USB 2.0 ports; coaxial S/PDIF out connector; optical S/PDIF out connector; 6 USB 2.0 ports; 2 USB 3.0 ports; RJ-45 Ethernet Jack; 6 Audio jacks. It has 7 PCI expansion slots, as listed: 1 PCI Express x16 running at x16; 1 PCI Express rubbing at x4; 2 PCI Express x1; 3 PCI.

Since this PCB wasn't the original PCB I was looking at, I bought some parts that I don't need now. Namely, the sound card and the Ethernet card. I'll give you guys one week to claim the parts and I'll sell them to you for the price I paid. Leave your email in the comments with the part you want and I'll contact you. If they aren't claimed by next Sunday, March 27th, they're going on eBay.

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Project Computer Update

Alright, I got my next part! Here's the power supply. A Thermaltake TR2 RX 850W PSU w/ Built-In Cable Management.




Like I said before, I need the GPU, RAM, motherboard, and CPU. If anyone knows of anywhere I can get these for a good price, let me know in the comments.

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Project Computer Update

This next part is a Western Digital Caviar Green 2 TB WD20EARS HDD.




I got it for $80, which is a lot cheaper than most 1.5 TB drives out there. Check tigerdirect.com and amazon.com as they are the only ones I know of doing this sale.

Also, if you guys want some input in what goes in this(I could use some help), I still have to get the RAM, PCB, graphics card, and CPU. If you know of anywhere I can get these at good prices, tell me where and what price they are in the comments. Links are appreciated.