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Pc build or not

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  • 29-08-2013 8:18pm
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    thecomedian
    Registered Users Posts: 1,601 ✭✭✭


    Hi all, I posted this elsewhere but probably in the wrong place.

    I've had laptops for the past few years but I'd like to get a PC again.

    I went looking a some on PC world but there were only a few to choose from.
    Are people mainly building them these days?
    I would know very little about it, is it straight forward to build one by following a guide?


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    uncle_sam_ie
    Registered Users Posts: 3,191 ✭✭✭uncle_sam_ie


    Yeah it's easy, http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d_56kyib-Ls


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    coylemj
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    OP, there is a whole forum on the topic of building and upgrading PCs...

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


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    BloodBath
    Registered Users Posts: 10,299 ✭✭✭✭BloodBath


    You should make a new thread on the building and upgrading forum or edit this one and have it moved with these questions filled in.

    Someone there will recommend a build to suit you.


    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.]


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