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I'd just like everyone to know that I've been saving up to build a computer for the past 3 years for starters!

So I want to build a gaming PC, my expected budget is around 800-900 dollars, I currently have $400 - (I'm going to get some money for my b-day and I want to sell my laptop that I got as a present)

So can anyone help me on the parts I should use that would still stay in my budget?

This is excluding a keyboard + mouse + monitor, I already have those things, but I want some of the money to be contributed towards OS (Windows 8 perhaps so I can upgrade to 10) and also a Wi-Fi- adapter which I already have in mind, which is around $35 [ame="http://www.amazon.com/TP-LINK-Archer-T4U-Wireless-One-Button/dp/B00JBJ6VG8"]Amazon.com: TP-LINK Archer T4U AC1200 Wireless Dual Band USB Adapter, 2.4GHz 300Mbps/5Ghz 867Mbps, USB 3.0, One-Button Setup, Support Windows XP/7/8/8.1, Plug and play: Computers & Accessories@@AMEPARAM@@http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/31MXV0LvTlL.@@AMEPARAM@@31MXV0LvTlL[/ame] (I don't have an ethernet port in my room so I can't use ethernet)
Thanks for your help if you comment,

-k0ala
 
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Samurai_TwoSeven said:
What games do you play? Or want to play? You have to factor these in to base on what you are going to build. I built mine around speed and graphics performance, hence why I have my drives in RAID 0 and RAID 1.

Try this rig out:http://pcpartpicker.com/p/6bfkhM
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Well, I'm mostly going to play CS:GO, but I may play minecraft or other games once i na while, so I don't need that much processing power
 
Do you mind getting used computer parts? If so, you can get a decent build for $500 - $400
 
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I would suggest dropping the USB wireless and going for PCI or PCI-E wireless card. USB ones tend to burnout
 
Wizekraker said:
I would suggest dropping the USB wireless and going for PCI or PCI-E wireless card. USB ones tend to burnout
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Oh, ok thanks for the advice, but do you know of any YouTube tutorials on how to install one?
 
Trippey said:
Do you mind getting used computer parts? If so, you can get a decent build for $500 - $400
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It depends, could I get 'used' computer parts from Amazon that weren't actually used, just bought and never used them? My dad doesn't like giving his credit card number to untrusted sources that he hasn't heard of. It would be cool if so, I could use the extra money for new accessories.. i.e. new keyboard, mouse, monitor.
 
k0ala said:
Oh, ok thanks for the advice, but do you know of any YouTube tutorials on how to install one?
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Its very straight forward, its just like installing a GPU, slides into a PCI slot and then usually a screw holds it in place.
 
k0ala said:
It depends, could I get 'used' computer parts from Amazon that weren't actually used, just bought and never used them? My dad doesn't like giving his credit card number to untrusted sources that he hasn't heard of. It would be cool if so, I could use the extra money for new accessories.. i.e. new keyboard, mouse, monitor.
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You can buy stuff off eBay with cash if you use Paypal giftcards; they can be purchased at CVS.

Looks Something like this.

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ebay has a return policy on anything they sell on their website not much not to trust..
 
I suggest watching Newegg's series: [ame]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VIF43-0mDk4[/ame]

Know that having a Titan and the highest grade i7 isn't necessary and is probably overkill. I suggest looking at the recommended standards for the games you play and aiming for a tier or two above that, for longer-lasting power. Computer technology is still very young so in just a few years your computer won't be the most powerful anymore.

Tips:
Do not bottleneck. That means don't buy the best part in one category and a bad one in another. An i3 processor with a GTX Titan is an example.

Make sure the case you buy is compatible with the pieces you put in it. Look for a standard ATX motherboard for your first build and a case that will house that. Also take into account the size (especially the length) of the graphics card you want to buy.

Make sure your power supply is enough for the needs of your computer. There are power calculators available based on the contents of your PC. You might want to choose this part last. Also, it's a good idea to make sure your power supply is 80 PLUS certified. That just means it utilizes at least 80% of the power it's drawing.

8GB RAM. 16 is overkill, 4 or less just won't be enough for the near future.

Make sure the motherboard and processor will fit together. The size detail will say something like LGA 1150.

Stay away from personal sellers. It might cost a few more dollars but there's considerably less risk or hassle. I ordered all of my parts from Newegg

This is the kind of stuff I wish I had learned all at once when I wanted to build my PC. I spent a little over $1300, including a keyboard and monitor. With just the computer itself, it was less than $1100.My PC is a few years old but you might want to take some ideas from mine.

Case: Corsair 230T
Motherboard: Asus Z87-A
Processor: Intel i5-4670
Graphics Card: GeForce GTX 760 2GB VRAM (There is a 4GB available, and I wish I had gotten it. Ubisoft games definitely utilize it.)
RAM: G.Skill Sniper Series 8GB (2x4GB)
Hard Drive: Seagate Desktop Hybrid Drive 1TB (A bit odd, uses both HDD and SSD in the same drive.)

Also, get an optical drive. It makes installing the OS much easier and less risky. Anyways, I hope that helped. Feel free to ask me any questions.
 
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StarRazor said:
I suggest watching Newegg's series: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VIF43-0mDk4

Know that having a Titan and the highest grade i7 isn't necessary and is probably overkill. I suggest looking at the recommended standards for the games you play and aiming for a tier or two above that, for longer-lasting power. Computer technology is still very young so in just a few years your computer won't be the most powerful anymore.

Tips:
Do not bottleneck. That means don't buy the best part in one category and a bad one in another. An i3 processor with a GTX Titan is an example.

Make sure the case you buy is compatible with the pieces you put in it. Look for a standard ATX motherboard for your first build and a case that will house that. Also take into account the size (especially the length) of the graphics card you want to buy.

Make sure your power supply is enough for the needs of your computer. There are power calculators available based on the contents of your PC. You might want to choose this part last. Also, it's a good idea to make sure your power supply is 80 PLUS certified. That just means it utilizes at least 80% of the power it's drawing.

8GB RAM. 16 is overkill, 4 or less just won't be enough for the near future.

Make sure the motherboard and processor will fit together. The size detail will say something like LGA 1150.

Stay away from personal sellers. It might cost a few more dollars but there's considerably less risk or hassle. I ordered all of my parts from Newegg

This is the kind of stuff I wish I had learned all at once when I wanted to build my PC. I spent a little over $1300, including a keyboard and monitor. With just the computer itself, it was less than $1100.My PC is a few years old but you might want to take some ideas from mine.

Case: Corsair 230T
Motherboard: Asus Z87-A
Processor: Intel i5-4670
Graphics Card: GeForce GTX 760 2GB VRAM (There is a 4GB available, and I wish I had gotten it. Ubisoft games definitely utilize it.)
RAM: G.Skill Sniper Series 8GB (2x4GB)
Hard Drive: Seagate Desktop Hybrid Drive 1TB (A bit odd, uses both HDD and SSD in the same drive.)

Also, get an optical drive. It makes installing the OS much easier and less risky. Anyways, I hope that helped. Feel free to ask me any questions.
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Yes, I do have a question, I was watching a video on how to install a PCI-E WiFi card (as you may know, I don't have ethernet access in my room) and when the guy was installing it, he said something about discharging static electricity. What is all this about? He said if you don't it could literally destroy your computer.
 
That the electric charge that you get when you rub feet against carpet and you can shock people with it that charge or even if you rub balloon against your hair. Before your start building your computer ideally it best build it in a place there is no carpet, you can get rid of static electricity by touching something metal. This method is often called grounding.
 
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Wizekraker said:
That the electric charge that you get when you rub feet against carpet and you can shock people with it that charge or even if you rub balloon against your hair. Before your start building your computer ideally it best build it in a place there is no carpet, no can get rid of static electricity by touching something metal. This method is often called grounding.
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My entire room's floor is wood, is there anything I would need to do before I start building?
 
You should be good then. Just for good measure just touch your computer case which has metal to get rid of any static electricity before you start.
 
I was thinking about getting the parts from PC part picker, I know this site is reliable, but how do I get all the parts, do I have to sign up on each of the websites I'm getting the parts from or do I just order the parts from there and I find them at my doorstep in a few days?

I was thinking about getting a different motherboard used in this list, such as ASUS. Here's a link to the parts I'm hoping to use: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/9MJH6h
 
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Get the OS on g2a.com and use the code edge.

Im acutally kinda serious make sure you throw in the protection thats like $1 should the key not work. You might get away with paying $20 for windows.
 
PC partpicker is site which shows all prices. Its not a site where you order from.
Also If I were you get 600-650 watt power supply, so if plan to upgrade your GFX card you wont need to buy another PSU
 
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