Hello everyone!
This is my first post here, so my apologies if I do not cut the mustard with all the psoting rules and regs.
Anyway keeping it short, I am currently upgrading my computer entirely with a few pieces left over.
Current Specs:
Case: Antec Mini P180 (new)
CPU: e4300 (to be upgraded in the very near future for a Quad Core) buying an Arctic Freezer Pro 7.
Mobo: ASUS P5Q-VM (new)
PSU: Trust 500w (to be replaced)
GPU: Geforce FX 5900XT (old card, to be replaced soon)
RAM: Corsair 4GB Kit (2x2GB) DDR2 800MHz/PC2-6400 XMS2 Memory Non-ECC Unbuffered CL5(5-5-5-18) Heat Spreader Lifetime Warranty
or Corsair 4GB (2x2GB) DDR2 800MHz/PC2-6400 XMS2 DHX Memory Non-ECC Unbuffered CL4(4-4-4-12) Lifetime Warranty
Monitor: Dell 2408
Money is quite tight, and so I am trying to build with a bit of futureproofing. I dont game at all really, the odd rFactor and modding of games. I use 3DS Max/Vectorworks/Autocad and Photoshop. I do LOTS of multitasking, and rarely have fewer than 10 windows open at once. (Oops!). Thus, an intense graphics card isnt on my list of priorities right now - perhaps after christmas in the sales I will get one.
What I would like help with is speccing up a decent enough mATX board for overclocking.
I currently have the e4300 that I would like to overclock, until I buy a quad core.
However, it doesnt have to be a mATX system - I just like the p180 mini a lot. I could go for the p180 standard ATX case if you think it would be better. It might get me a lower priced mobo too.
But for now, unless a clear reason why not, I would appreciate advice and support regarding the new ASUS P5Q-VM iG45 board with the e4300 and overclocking it. Is this a good board for it (I know it is new, sorry)?. I wanted the G45 chipset for the onboard graphics should I not use 3ds max as much, and when I do I will plonk a card in there.
Or is there a cheaper board that will still be useful when I upgrade to a quad and overclock that?
Also, and sorry this is long - are there any alternatives to the ram I have suggested for myself?
Many thanks in advance, I will be back later as I thnik I have typed this all over the place. I need food! Haha! Thanks!
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) especially if you make the jump to the quad.
