How to ask for computer build help.

deconduo

If you want to ask about a new PC build, please make a new thread and include as much of the following information as possible:

1. What is your budget? [€xxx]

2. What will be the main purpose of the computer? [Gaming/Video editing/3D Modelling/HTPC/Internet] (If gaming include which games)

3. Do you need a copy of Windows? [Yes/No]

4. Can you use any parts from an old computer? [Hard drive/DVD Drive/Case/PSU/etc.] (If possible state brand and model of the parts to ensure compatibility)

5. Do you need a monitor? [Yes/No]

5a. If yes, what size do you need. [19'/20'/22'/24'/etc.]

5b. If no, what resolution is your current monitor and do you plan to upgrade in the near future? [1920x1080/1440x900/etc.] [Yes/No]

6. Do you need any of these peripherals? [Keyboard/Mouse/Wireless Card/Card Reader/Speakers/etc.]

7. Are you willing to try overclocking? [Yes/No]

8. How can you pay? [Bank Transfer/Credit Card/Laser]

9. When are you purchasing? [In x days]

10. If you need help building it, where are you based? [South Dublin City/Cork City/Kerry/etc.]

If you have a sample build yourself, use Fluffy's script to format it nicely.

Burgo

Great post man,
I think it should be a *cough* sticky *cough*

just one thing to add http://www.boards.ie/vbulletin/showthread.php?p=72858800 :pac:

deconduo

Burgo wrote: »

Great post man,
I think it should be a *cough* sticky *cough*

just one thing to add http://www.boards.ie/vbulletin/showthread.php?p=72858800 :pac:

Done

Tea_Bag

there was a thread similar to this done before, but a little outdated I'd say. problem is, this won't be stickied. would be nice though as you get so tired of asking the same questions.

Monotype

I suppose we could just add the important stuff into signatures but I'm not overly fond of pimping my signature. I'll try it out for a while.
I should really be using opera's note feature to have a quick way of pasting stuff.

Tea_Bag

Monotype wrote: »

I suppose we could just add the important stuff into signatures but I'm not overly fond of pimping my signature. I'll try it out for a while.
I should really be using opera's note feature to have a quick way of pasting stuff.

Just put Smiley faces all over it like sol

Monotype

Tea_Bag wrote: »

Just put Smiley faces all over it like sol

<Goes to find one of his posts to remind myself>.
Ah, it's not so bad, but I'll add one of every smiley just for good measure. Apparently there's a limit of 15 images.

deconduo

Well some people are using this so it seems to be working well. Just need to keep it bumped up on the first page :P

Monotype

*ahem* nudge *cough, cough*

Fluffy88

Bless you

Tar.Aldarion

Ask a mod to sticky this.

Monotype

Stick it in a new thread, Obsidiann.

deconduo

Updated version of Fluffy's script. Copy the text in the code block and save it as a bookmark.

[PHP]
javascript:var before = 'Item|Price'; var after = '';var format='{itm_quantity}{itm_name}|{itm_price}';var debug = false;function loadScript( url ){if ( document.getElementById( "basket_parser" ) == null ){var script = document.createElement( "script" );script.setAttribute( "id", "basket_parser" );script.setAttribute( "type", "text/javascript" );script.setAttribute( "src", url "?" Math.pow( new Date().getMonth(), 2 ) Math.pow( new Date().getDate(), 3 ) );document.getElementsByTagName( "head" )[0].appendChild( script );setTimeout( "loadScript('" url "')", 200 );log( "Started loading script: " url );}else if ( typeof( init_script ) != 'undefined' ){log( "Loaded." );init_script();}else{setTimeout( "loadScript('" url "')", 200 );log( "loading ..." );}}function log( string ){if ( debug ){document.body.appendChild( document.createTextNode( string ) );document.body.appendChild( document.createElement( "br" ) );}}loadScript( "http://dl.dropbox.com/u/19453211/basket_parser.js&quot; );void( 0 );
[/PHP]

Also if anyone can think of other things that could be added to the post let me know and I'll bother Solitaire to update it. (Not being able to edit the post after a couple of days is a pain )

Monotype

Not that it's extremely urgent, but if you were changing anything else, it might be good to add a small note at the end as to why you'd pay by bank transfer. If I was filling out that form, I'd probably select credit card as it would be my preference, but if I thought I could save a fair bit of money, I'd extend to bank transfer.

Unregistered.

deconduo wrote: »

If you want to ask about a new build, please include as much of the following information as possible in your thread:

1. What is your budget? [€xxx]

2. What will be the main purpose of the computer? [Gaming/Video editing/3D Modelling/HTPC/Internet] (If gaming include which games)

3. Do you need a copy of Windows? [Yes/No]

4. Can you use any parts from an old computer? [Hard drive/DVD Drive/Case/PSU/etc.] (If possible state brand and model of the parts to ensure compatibility)

5. Do you need a monitor? [Yes/No]

5a. If yes, what size do you need. [19'/20'/22'/24'/etc.]

5b. If no, what resolution is your current monitor and do you plan to upgrade in the near future? [1920x1080/1440x900/etc.] [Yes/No]

6. Do you need any of these peripherals? [Keyboard/Mouse/Wireless Card/Card Reader/Speakers/etc.]

7. Are you willing to try overclocking? [Yes/No]

8. How can you pay? [Bank Transfer/Credit Card/Laser]

9. When are you purchasing? [In x days]

10. If you need help building it, where are you based? [South Dublin City/Cork City/Kerry/etc.]

If you have a sample build yourself, use Fluffy's script to format it nicely.

Right, I'm going to be a grump and say the length of the questions interfere with me extracting the relevant information from posters who use this.

I suggest a re-jig to the following format:

Budget :

Purpose:

Windows:

Monitor:


etc.....


Should be straight forward enough. I would also suggest that monitor size/resolution is scrapped and incorporated into one. Overclocking should also be scrapped - should be mentioned in purpose.

Nairat

deconduo wrote: »

If you want to ask about a new build, please include as much of the following information as possible in your thread:

1. What is your budget? [1500Euro]

2. What will be the main purpose of the computer? [Hardcore Gaming] (If gaming include which games,Tera atm but i want to be able to play newest games for next few years on best graphics)

3. Do you need a copy of Windows? [No]

4. Can you use any parts from an old computer? [no i want everything brand new)

5. Do you need a monitor? [Yes, but i can manage that by myself ]

5a. If yes, what size do you need. [24']

5b. If no, what resolution is your current monitor and do you plan to upgrade in the near future? [1440x900 atm ] [Yes i am getting a new one with my PC]

6. Do you need any of these peripherals? [i dont not sure though what is a card reader ]

7. Are you willing to try overclocking? [Yes]

8. How can you pay? [Credit Card/Laser any of those]

9. When are you purchasing? [In 1/14 although i cant w8 bit longer days]

10. If you need help building it, where are you based? [Waterford]

If you have a sample build yourself, use Fluffy's script to format it nicely.[i dont but i want a real gaming monster]

uncle_sam_ie

Nairat, copy and paste this to a new thread. It will get lost here.

Nairat

uncle_sam_ie wrote: »

Nairat, copy and paste this to a new thread. It will get lost here.

y sorry man i am new to boards got an advise to make a post here

allanb49

deconduo wrote: »

If you want to ask about a new build, please include as much of the following information as possible in your thread:

1. What is your budget? [€500-600]

2. What will be the main purpose of the computer? Gaming, Xcon, Borderlands 2, Football Manager, RTS, RPGs etc

3. Do you need a copy of Windows? No

4. Can you use any parts from an old computer? [Hard drive/DVD Drive/Case/PSU/etc.] Nope

5. Do you need a monitor? Yes

5a. If yes, what size do you need. 19'/20'


6. Do you need any of these peripherals?Keyboard and Speakers

7. Are you willing to try overclocking? Don't know

8. How can you pay? [Bank Transfer/Credit Card/Laser]

9. When are you purchasing? [In 14 days]

10. If you need help building it, where are you based?
South Dublin City

laugh

Hey allanb49 I think you are supposed to cut a new thread using the info you have posted above.

Tar.Aldarion

Hi copper04, I suggest making your own thread about this to get a better response.

copper04

Thanks I will do that.

Mark26

deconduo wrote: »

If you want to ask about a new build, please include as much of the following information as possible in your thread:

1. What is your budget? €1,000 - €1,200

2. What will be the main purpose of the computer? Gaming. Internet browsing. Watching blu rays. I want to be able to play games like BF3, GTA,Fifa, Crysis etc. don't want to worry about lag or having to upgrade parts.

3. Do you need a copy of Windows? Yes

4. Can you use any parts from an old computer? No,I only have an external hard drive (LaCie 2TB)

5. Do you need a monitor? No, I have a Samsung smart tv 40"

5a. If yes, what size do you need

6. Do you need any of these peripherals? [Keyboard/Mouse/Wireless Card/Card Reader/Speakers/etc.] No, I will buy a wireless keyboard and mouse myself from Logitech. Speakers aren't really a necessity. Will need it to be wireless and will want only a card reader for USB

7. Are you willing to try overclocking yes if safe to do so...

8. How can you pay? [Bank Transfer/Credit Card/Laser] cash or PayPal

9. When are you purchasing? Anytime

10. If you need help building it, where are you based? [South Dublin, shankill.

tuxy

Hey Mark you should start a new thread with the answers to those questions.

Mark26

tuxy wrote: »

Hey Mark you should start a new thread with the answers to those questions.

Thought I did at first

Cheers for the heads up

Mark26

How the hell do you actually start a thread on this site ??

tuxy

If you go back to the main forum index

http://www.boards.ie/vbulletin/forumdisplay.php?f=842

You should see a new thread button on the left near the top.

paddydoyle1996

budget: 500-550 euro
purpose: gaming
windows: no
spare parts : no sorry
need a moniter : nope
peripherals: mouse, keyboard, wireless card
Are you willing to try overclocking : dont think so
How can you pay? dont no yet
When are you purchasing? i dont no yet
If you need help building it, where are you based : i dont need help
PS : i only want links to parts for the computer

tuxy

Hey I know you're new to boards so no problem but can you post that info in the thread you started. Then we can help you out

paddydoyle1996

thanks

ED E

Maybe one of the mods should add a bold note to the OP to make a new thread with answers?

garde2k10

1.€650
2.gaming
3.yes
4.no
5.no
5b.32" LCD tv Hdmi
6.no
7.no
8.whichever
9.duno
10.diy

SlickanTwisted

Hi there I have decided to branch out and get into pc gaming. After years of console i want a bit more from my gaming experiance. i have just bought the tornado race seat aswell as the csr wheel and pedals. i want to get into iracing to begin and then bf3 ect ect. any help or advice will be greatly appriciated.


budget ....................650 to 850 ( mid to high end system )

main purpose is for gaming ,internet, music and movies ( iracing , bf3, crysis, )

not to sure about windows is there other os systems, ( whichever is better )

not using parts from current pc.

I dont need a monitor as i use my 42inch led tv for both pc and console at the min

I dont need keyboard or mouse at the min ( but will invest in gaming one later ) but want wireless card and anythig else that will impreve my gaming experiance

not looking to overclock yet but again will give it a try in the future to speed up the system

can pay debit cart, paypall,

can purchase over the next 3 weeks,

situated in small town outside galway ( gort )

Much Appriciated

Slickantwisted

tuxy

Hi SlickanTwisted

Can you got back to the main forum here
http://www.boards.ie/vbulletin/forumdisplay.php?f=842
And click new thread and post the info.
It's best to keep each build in a seperate thread.

wild_eyed

1. What is your budget? [€500 approx] i can go over this a little......

2. What will be the main purpose of the computer? [Gaming/Video editing/Pro Tools)

Games.... the upcoming Elder Scrolls online

3. Do you need a copy of Windows? [No]

4. Can you use any parts from an old computer?
Yes, I can use the following
[Hard drive/DVD Drive/Case/PSU/etc.]
750watt psu
sata DVD drive and Sata Harddrive

5. Do you need a monitor? No

5a. If yes, what size do you need. [19'/20'/22'/24'/etc.]

5b. If no, what resolution is your current monitor and do you plan to upgrade in the near future? [1680x1050] [No]

6. Do you need any of these peripherals? [Keyboard/Mouse/Wireless Card/Card Reader/Speakers/etc.]

No

7. Are you willing to try overclocking? [Yes]

8. How can you pay? any of these [Bank Transfer/Credit Card/Laser]

9. When are you purchasing? [within 14 days]

10. If you need help building it, where are you based? [Louth]

damojag

1. What is your budget? [€500]

2. What will be the main purpose of the computer? Gaming, mainly Minecraft & Internet use

3. Do you need a copy of Windows? No

4. Can you use any parts from an old computer? I can supply a Sata Hard Drive

5. Do you need a monitor? No

5a. If yes, what size do you need. N/A

5b. If no, what resolution is your current monitor and do you plan to upgrade in the near future? 1280x800 (possible jump to a HDTV so HDMI is necessary)

6. Do you need any of these peripherals? Wireless Card

7. Are you willing to try overclocking? No

8. How can you pay? Card

9. When are you purchasing? No Date Yet

10. If you need help building it, where are you based? Mayo

Serephucus

Maybe one of the mods should edit the first post to indicate starting a new thread, rather than posting in this one. (damojag, that's what you should do too)

tuxy

Serephucus wrote: »

Maybe one of the mods should edit the first post to indicate starting a new thread, rather than posting in this one. (damojag, that's what you should do too)

Yes and it would also be good to have this stickied and updated more often. Most people start a thread and then have to be pointed to this because it's not on the first page.

Could we add the question asking if an optical drive is needed and explain windows can be installed from USB. There are probably many people spending €20 on a DVD drive they do not need.

BloodBath

Yeah for sure. Dvd drives are the new 3.5" floppy drives.

Why microsoft don't distribute windows on 8gb usb's is beyond me as well. At least give people that option.

DragonPony69

Budget is 400-450 euros

wanted for gaming and internet ( skyrim, fallout nv, elder scrolls online, minecraft )

Dont need a copy of windows

Dont need a monitor

Wireless card , keyboard and mouse

Might overclock in future

pay with lazer

buying in a couple of months

dont need help building ( have a friend )

tuxy

Hi DragonPony69 can you start a new thread with the same info in the post


And mod can we please have this sticked and updated?

marco_polo

tuxy wrote: »

Yes and it would also be good to have this stickied and updated more often. Most people start a thread and then have to be pointed to this because it's not on the first page.

Could we add the question asking if an optical drive is needed and explain windows can be installed from USB. There are probably many people spending €20 on a DVD drive they do not need.

Not sure how it would be worded, bu IO always though some sort of question on general storage preferences might be good (ie DVD, SSD, 2TB HDD etc).

tuxy

I sent a PM to one of the mods a month ago about updates to this thread but have yet to hear back.
Which mods are active on this forum?
It would be great if we could get this stuck to the first pages as it can be difficult for new comers to find.

Monotype

Solitaire usually sorts out stuff if you PM him. It could be though that there was a boards request from above to restrict the number of stickies in a few of the forums, so they're trying to keep them as slim as possible.

I'd like to see this maybe merged with the FAQ. The FAQ could do with a fix up while they're at it.

I think maybe an extra question about features people would like in their build could be of use - would they like a quiet build, or extras like USB 3, eSATA, optical sound or a card reader. Also, perhaps something about upgradability in another question or that question. Some of this is kind of covered by the peripherals question, but there's room for a part b or something.
I know everyone would like the quietest build, but I'm thinking that it just gets the person to think about the direction that they'd like to take their build.

tuxy

Jay Dee, you should put that post in a new thread.


BTW any progress on having this thread updated? This are a little confusing for new posters and as said already things change so some of the questions become outdated. I don't think an update every 6 months would be too difficult to organise.
It's been a long time since we have had any feedback from the mods on what is one of the most important posts on the board.
It's not even been stickied yet

Solitaire

Forums have lost their adhesive properties and are only permitted 3 stickies each. 4 is pushing the boat out and its pretty much the absolute minimum needed for this (and many other tech) fora to function, and even that is heavily assuming people use common sense and use the Linky (Link Sticky) to access all the important destickyed stickies Lots of fora use a Linky as a necessary evil in this cruel new era of stickylessness

That said, I am trying to revise a few things here and there to improve readability and make the breadcrumb trail here and to other resources a bit easier for newbies to navigate Suggestions welcome on that front btw

skits08

Hi Guys, Can anyone give me any advise? Particularly in Graphics cards and motherboards.

1. What is your budget?€500

2. What will be the main purpose of the computer?Gaming - Crysis / HTPC

3. Do you need a copy of Windows?No

4. Can you use any parts from an old computer?No

5. Do you need a monitor? No - using HD TV

6. Do you need any of these peripherals?No

7. Are you willing to try overclocking[/B]? Yes

8. How can you pay? Laser

9. When are you purchasing? Before Christmas

game4it70

skits08 wrote: »

Hi Guys, Can anyone give me any advise? Particularly in Graphics cards and motherboards.

1. What is your budget?€500

2. What will be the main purpose of the computer?Gaming - Crysis / HTPC

3. Do you need a copy of Windows?No

4. Can you use any parts from an old computer?No

5. Do you need a monitor? No - using HD TV

6. Do you need any of these peripherals?No

7. Are you willing to try overclocking[/B]? Yes

8. How can you pay? Laser

9. When are you purchasing? Before Christmas

Start your own thread with that info and i'm sure you will get some help.

jonski

Fool here messed up , sorry

SterlingArcher

jonski wrote: »

1. What is your budget? [up to €1800]

2. What will be the main purpose of the computer? [Gaming/] (If gaming include which games) [ BF1, Elite D, Company Of Heroes ]

3. Do you need a copy of Windows? [Yes and No I think , I have an original Win 7 Ultimate disk that I have upgraded to Win 10 , not sure if I can use this or not. Either way I will need a copy to sell on this PC ?]

4. Can you use any parts from an old computer? [ 250G SSD and 2 TB HD ]

5. Do you need a monitor? [Yes, but it doesn't have to be straight away plus I should get at least €300 for my old pc so that can go towards one]

5a. If yes, what size do you need. [24"]

5b. If no, what resolution is your current monitor and do you plan to upgrade in the near future? [see above]

6. Do you need any of these peripherals? [Nope]

7. Are you willing to try overclocking? [rather not, probably due to outdated thoughts on same ]

8. How can you pay? [Credit card and amazon vouchers]

9. When are you purchasing? [ was going to hold out to see what effect Ryzen has on the market but I'd like to get the ball rolling on some of the gear]

10. If you need help building it, where are you based? [ I should be ok putting it together but I will expect absolutely everyone to be online at the time just incase ]

If you have a sample build yourself, use [ I don't because I'm finding it a bit confusing but I have ideas that I want to flesh out below] to format it nicely.


I'm really looking for both general thoughts on what the build should be and then specifics on certain parts and any advice in between .

For example I was wondering if there is a case that has been designed with AIO liquid cooling in mind , just thought it would be handy for mounting the rad outside but no idea if there is such a thing or if it's even necessary . I'd also like the case to be light, if possible, as I'm getting on a bit and have a bad back and I like to take the PC out from under the desk every few weeks and clean the dust from around it . I'd also like it to take a full length graphics card ie. my current one is 406mm .

As regards the mobo, I assume if I am going intel then it's the Z270 but there are sooooooo many brands and so many variations .

CPU i7 7700 or 7700k , but I read an article the night before last that reckoned the i5 7600k was better for gaming ?

And lastly ( for now ) , it was hard to put that money together and I'd rather not spend it foolishly or unnecessarily if I don't have to . I'm sure I'll have more questions so it might be an idea to petition the mods to ban me .

Make your own thread.

If not overclocking you won't need any k chip or z motherboard for that matter which brings me to why even meed liquid cooling??

jonski

SterlingArcher wrote: »

Make your own thread.

If not overclocking you won't need any k chip or z motherboard for that matter which brings me to why even meed liquid cooling??

I hit reply to get the copy and paste and then hit post instead of making my own thread , sorry folks .