Hello, new here, be gentle.
Time has come for a new system to replace my Abit NF7-S, AMD Barton XP2500+, 1GB RAM, Radeon 9800pro rig.
So far I've got:
Case: Lian-Li PC-7B II [I understand there is a second edition of this case that has 2x120mm fan holes, I really want to make sure I get this one].
PSU: 520W Corsair
Motherboard: [Lots to choose from] Gigabyte GA-P35 of some description or Asus P5K again not sure on exact model.
CPU: Intel C2D E6600
RAM: 2GB [2x1GB] of ??? PC8500? Stuck with so much choice.
Hard Drive: 500 Gb Samsung HD501LJ Spinpoint T, SATA300 [Looks like the quietest available].
DVD/RW: Samsung SH-S183L/BEBN x18
Graphics: Initially I was looking at 8800GTXs because I'm planning on a 24" screen eventually and will need something with enough juice for 1920x1200. But its alot of money and would I be best waiting a bit for future cards?
Sound: Sorted with E-mu 1212m
Mouse/Keyboard: Probably Deathadder/Tarantula combo
Cooling: I really need some suggestions on the best [has to be quiet] CPU heat sink and a couple of quiet 120mm case fans. I do want to overclock but only to a point where its cost effective and quiet as possible.
I think thats all, It's a bit early so theres probably some mistakes. Any help I'd be grateful!
Thanks,
Adrian