I am building a computer what hardware should i use?
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if you are building a computer then you should know all about the hardware as well. dont try and do something you know nothing about
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That sounds like several things. CPU? RAM? PCI BUS?
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Go to this link, click the Scan My System button and it will tell you what your motherboard can handle.\n\nhttp://www.crucial.com/index.asp
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you want a IEEE 1394 Firewire PCI Host Adapter card\n\nfind deals here http://froogle.google.com/froogle?q=IEEE+1394+Firewire+PCI+Host+Adapter+cards
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agree with previous post but I dont think mixing and matching ram is such a good idea, your probably better off seeing what your motherboard supports and sticking with one type and make of ram.
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download pc wizard from here: http://www.cpuid.com/pcwizard.php#directions\n\nit will tell you everything on your system
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Case, power supply, motherboard, RAM, processor, hard disk drive, CD/DVD drive.  Your motherboard might have integrated video, LAN, and sound devices, but you might need to buy them as well.  Also, you'll need to buy a new copy of Windows XP if you want to have your software be legitimate if your current version came with your computer since the licensing on XP is tied to specific hardware; I'd recommend getting an OEM copy from the same place providing your motherboard.
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if it is your budget go for it. nothing wrong with more power. make sure you build it with a 64 bit CPU.
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Any amount, well that exist on the market. It just has to be compatible with the motherboard (have the same connection).
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it will still depends on how you will use it..\n\namd single core or athlon 64...\n256ram for office works + some 3d games OR\n512 + ram for gaming purposes..\n64 - 128 video card...\nany sound card will do...unless using it as a digital amplifier...\nthen use windows..\n\nafter few months new hardwares are up again but still they wont make much of a change....\n\nhave some anti-spywares or antivirus for safety...\nxtra securty softwares like for LOCKING your hard drive..
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Be careful with EMachines, Gateway, Dell and the likes.\nTry ordering from a local computer manufacturer if possible. \n\nAs for specifications...\n\nProcessor: at least a pentium 4 at least 1.5 to 2 ghz\nMemory: Windows XP needs 256 mb. 512 to be safe.\nNO INTEGRATED SOUND OR VIDEO. These two things use the computer's memory. Disable it if its available.\nGraphics card with a chip by either nVidia or ATI with at least 32 meg of memory (if you want to be really cheap)\nSoundblaster sound card (even a "value" model will do better than internal sound.)\n\nDon't spend too much. An okay deskop computer should cost you under $1000 these days, but don't try to get the cheapest thing or you'll be in trouble.
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Processor: AMD x2 4800+ OR AMD fx-60 OR Intel Pentium 4 Extreme Edition (or something else)\n\nMotherboard: something that can hold a lot of ram, and support high end graphic cards\n\nIf your gonna use this computer to graphic applications, i would go with a quad Nvidia 7800 GTX. They are so good with crisp images and high refresh rates.
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Nothing will FRY, but some motherboards will slow everything down to the same speed.   It would be best to use the identical memory, so everything works properly.   Loop up your system at http://www.coastmemory.com and see what they recommend for your RIG.\n\nGood Luck and Happy Computing!
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Nowadays, it is fairly straightforward to build a computer from scratch provided that you do a little bit of preparation first.  To build a PC (which can be done very inexpensively if your hardware demands are low), you should consider the following components:\n\na) a processor; b) a motherboard; c) memory chips, d) a case with power supply; e) a DVD-ROM drive; f) a hard drive; g) a simple network card; h) a modem; i) a video card; j) a monitor; k) a keyboard; l) a mouse; and m) operating system software.\n\nThe following items you have to consider: a) what processors and RAM chips the motherboard supports as well as well as what types of "adapter card" slots are available; b) the type of slots determine which network, video and modem cards you purchase; c) the types of I/O connectors to determine whether you get a PS/2 or USB keyboard and mouse.\n\nProcessors can usually be an AMD or Intel variety (if you're looking at a PC) and they have different packaging (shape and pins for the processor chips) that will determine which motherboard you need.  Once you've decided on your processor and motherboard, consult the motherboard manufacturer for the RAM chips that your motherboard accepts.  Buy enough RAM to at least accomodate the Operating System requirements.\n\nMotherboards have specific slots (such as EISA, PCI, AGP) that will determine which of the other hardware you need to get next.\n\nAfter putting together all of the pieces (the motherboard requiring perhaps a few wires to connect to the case for visual feedback) as well plugging in the data interface cables for the hard drive and DVD-ROM drive as well as their power, the next step is to make sure it boots up and you can see the BIOS startup screen.\n\nIf you get that far, the next step is to install your operating system then install any required drivers for your hardware that come with the hardware.  Follow the directions in the manual with regards to driver installation.
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The best advice is to go to your local PC world or Curry's\nTell then axactly what you want and be guided by them.\nOr, buy a Which computer & laptop mag:
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ram pc ram then video card . ATI  video cards are good there is update drives for them every 2 months from ATI  website\n3d rendering.. ids from ur video card
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You will need a new motherboard, and most likely new memory to go along with it. Make sure the CPU that you buy matches the socket to the motherboard (ie: 478-pin, LGA775).