If you are looking for a fast and cheap computer, look no further than here. This one is good for mid range gaming, graphics, internet, or a future proof family computer.
Here are the components and prices from www.newegg.com
Intel E4600 Core 2 Duo processor- $119
Asus P5K-SE motherboard- $84
Visiontek HD 3650 video card- $80
Western Digital Caviar SE 160 GB Hard Drive- $40
Atrix 500 watt power supply- $30
Atrix SECC Black Case- $64
G.Skill 2GB RAM 800 mhz- $18
Samsung CD/DVD drive/burner- $22
Altec Lansing gaming speakers- $50
Logitech LX8 Wireless mouse- $45
Logitech Wave Keyboard- $50
Samsung 2232 22″ monitor- $239
Your choice of Microsoft Windows XP Home, or Windows Vista Home Premium- $89 or $99 respectively
If wanted-Linksys Wireless-N adaptor- $69
Total cost-$1029 With Monitor, $779 without
To Build- follow ALL instructions that came with the motherboard, processor, and all other components.
1. Wait for all parts to arrive.
2. Take out Case.
3. Install Power Supply
4. Move all wires aside and install motherboard spacers and backplate.
5. Place motherboard on a non-conductive surface and install processor and heatsink/fan.
6.Install Motherboard in Case.
7. Install hard drives, optical drives, power buttons, and secure in bays.
8. Push 24 pin power connector into place on motherboard, and do the same with 4-pin connector(should be near CPU).
9. Plug in other power cables and SATA/ IDE cables.
10. Now for a test- plug in computer and push power button. The lights and fans should turn on. if not you have a problem. check power cables and other connections and try again. If all is well, you should hear a beep.
11. Install video, network, and sound cards, connect monitor, plug in mouse and keyboards, and proceed from there, following motherboard and operating system manuals.
12. If you did everything right, you should have a working computer soon. if you have trouble, feel free to leave a comment and I will try to help. You can find these items on newegg, or go to the amazon links here.
