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When using this resource, please read FragKrag's opening post. The Tech Support forum regulars have helped create countless of desktop systems without any compensation. The least you can do is provide all of the information required for them to help you properly.
Wabbit
Profile Joined August 2010
United States1028 Posts
Last Edited: 2012-07-16 20:46:42
July 16 2012 20:46 GMT
#23381
On July 17 2012 05:39 findingthelimit wrote:
+ Show Spoiler +
Hello,

I actually did mean the i5 3570, just without the -K suffix. (http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16819115233) Is there a problem with the CPU i picked? On the other hand, thanks for your response! I will look at the power supplies you have suggested to me. Regarding the case, I guess I will just look for what looks the best, since all those features don't really mean too much to me, the computer novice.

You talked about CPU fan curve controls, can you go into a little more detail regarding how I can purchase / find out about motherboards that have such features? I don't see this ability in the specs sheet of motherboards; but from what you said, it seems like this functionality exists independent of mobo type (as in z77 / h77). I assume the board I have mentioned, the asrock pro4/mvp, does not have this feature...? (I don't know where to look for it!)


Mistake on my part, didn't realize there was an i5-3570 non-K model. It's fine.

You should care about some of those features... if you care about easy installation and service, cable management, low noise, easy-to-clean dust filters, etc.

As far as I know, Asus mobo's with Fan Xpert listed on their spec sheets have some good options in BIOS for controlling both the CPU fan and case fans. Otherwise I'm not too sure about other boards and it's just easier to get a low-noise CPU cooler and maybe a fan controller for case fans (if they end up bothering you).
The answers to most of your Tech Support questions are in the OP. That's why you're not getting a reply. It's been answered before. Read the OP.
9-BiT
Profile Blog Joined January 2012
United States1089 Posts
July 16 2012 20:57 GMT
#23382
On July 17 2012 04:59 Jaso wrote:
Show nested quote +
On July 17 2012 03:54 9-BiT wrote:
Is it possible to get a computer for around 500$ that can stream starcraft2? It doesn't need to be ultra graphics, but the higher the better.


It certainly helps if you have very good internet. You'll be able to put less CPU into encoding.

ping:10 ms
download speed: 32.63 mbps
upload speed: 5.62

I never knew if this was fast internet, is this reasonable for streaming?
kwark_uk: @father_sc learn to play maybe?
Medrea
Profile Joined May 2011
10003 Posts
July 16 2012 21:19 GMT
#23383
Yeah that'll work. The other things I said still apply though.
twitch.tv/medrea
9-BiT
Profile Blog Joined January 2012
United States1089 Posts
July 16 2012 21:51 GMT
#23384
ok, is that a fast internet speed? i haven't ever compared with other people befrore
kwark_uk: @father_sc learn to play maybe?
Rachnar
Profile Joined October 2010
France1526 Posts
July 16 2012 21:53 GMT
#23385
about 6 times mine, and i stream at a reasonable 720p
"What if it's a triple DK ?" "Then we cry" "Prepare your handkerchief then ..."
9-BiT
Profile Blog Joined January 2012
United States1089 Posts
July 16 2012 22:22 GMT
#23386
0_o well I guess I'll be just dandy.
kwark_uk: @father_sc learn to play maybe?
Medrea
Profile Joined May 2011
10003 Posts
July 16 2012 22:46 GMT
#23387
Internet wise yes but streaming is very CPU intensive.
twitch.tv/medrea
9-BiT
Profile Blog Joined January 2012
United States1089 Posts
July 16 2012 22:55 GMT
#23388
On July 17 2012 07:46 Medrea wrote:
Internet wise yes but streaming is very CPU intensive.

So with a computer for starcraft you would focus mostly on the CPU instead of the GPU? Interesting.
kwark_uk: @father_sc learn to play maybe?
s1ege
Profile Joined July 2012
Korea (South)123 Posts
July 16 2012 23:30 GMT
#23389
I do not think that this is discussed here should I use HDMI or DVI?
Medrea
Profile Joined May 2011
10003 Posts
Last Edited: 2012-07-16 23:36:11
July 16 2012 23:35 GMT
#23390
Whichever is available on both devices.

SC2 needs very little for GPU resources. But most of your AAA titles need GPU resources like crazy.
twitch.tv/medrea
s1ege
Profile Joined July 2012
Korea (South)123 Posts
July 16 2012 23:40 GMT
#23391
On July 17 2012 08:35 Medrea wrote:
Whichever is available on both devices.

SC2 needs very little for GPU resources. But most of your AAA titles need GPU resources like crazy.


Well I only play SC2 and Diablo 3. My monitor has HDMI and DVI and so does my video card. I have both a DVI cable as well as a mini HDMI to HDMI cable.
Jaso
Profile Blog Joined April 2010
United States2147 Posts
July 16 2012 23:49 GMT
#23392
On July 17 2012 08:40 s1ege wrote:
Show nested quote +
On July 17 2012 08:35 Medrea wrote:
Whichever is available on both devices.

SC2 needs very little for GPU resources. But most of your AAA titles need GPU resources like crazy.


Well I only play SC2 and Diablo 3. My monitor has HDMI and DVI and so does my video card. I have both a DVI cable as well as a mini HDMI to HDMI cable.


HDMI is basically just DVI+audio. Video quality shouldn't be different at all.
derp
Medrea
Profile Joined May 2011
10003 Posts
July 17 2012 00:18 GMT
#23393
If I may suggest. Stick with DVI.

HDMI will use or tie up PCI-e resources to delivers its audio. Normally this isn't a problem at all since the audio is low bandwidth but there can also be bus conflicts because we live in an age where PC games are shipped first and tested later. This can be an issue, even if you arent trying to get audio from the device.
twitch.tv/medrea
paper
Profile Blog Joined September 2004
13197 Posts
Last Edited: 2012-07-17 06:08:08
July 17 2012 06:07 GMT
#23394
Dynex Mid-Tower ATX Case (rear 120mm fan)

Upgrade
CPU: Q6600 Core 2 Quad Processor 2.4GHz, OCZ Vanquisher CPU Heatsink
MOBO: Gigabyte P35-DS3L
GPU: Sapphire 4870 512MB DDR5

Keep
PSU: Antec Earthwatts 500W
SSD 80 gig for the OS/programs, HDD 500gb for storage


Basically, I want to slightly upgrade my cpu/mobo/gpu/ram/(heatsink?) since they use ddr2 ram and the mobo and/or cpu are dead anyway. I'll keep using the ssds and psu unless the setup requires more power. I just wanna play d3/dota2 at high settings. No budget, but $400~600 would be nice. Any suggestions?

Thanks :3
Lemme know if I missed out on any details~
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skyR
Profile Joined July 2009
Canada13817 Posts
July 17 2012 06:16 GMT
#23395
Z77, 3570k, 2x4gb DDR3 1600MHz cas9, and 7850 should be about $600.
paper
Profile Blog Joined September 2004
13197 Posts
Last Edited: 2012-07-17 07:29:00
July 17 2012 07:27 GMT
#23396
mobo -- http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813130643 -- 160$
gpu -- http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814121623 -- 260$
cpu -- http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16819116504 -- 230$
ram -- http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820231314 -- 46$

$696

would this setup work? jw, are there cheaper alternatives? do i need a heat sink?
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Womwomwom
Profile Blog Joined September 2009
5930 Posts
Last Edited: 2012-07-17 07:42:36
July 17 2012 07:40 GMT
#23397
motherboard - http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813130646 - $120
gpu - http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814127663 - $240, $210 if rebate goes through.

You can probably get cheaper RAM but you're saving $6 at most. If you have a nearby Microcenter, get the cpu and motherboard there.

Yes, you most likely need a heatsink if you are overclocking. That is a decent choice.
paper
Profile Blog Joined September 2004
13197 Posts
July 17 2012 08:04 GMT
#23398
thanks guys~

so the antec psu ATX12V 80+certif suffices for this system?
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Rollin
Profile Joined March 2011
Australia1552 Posts
July 17 2012 08:11 GMT
#23399
On July 17 2012 17:04 paper wrote:
thanks guys~

so the antec psu ATX12V 80+certif suffices for this system?

It's plenty.
Throw off those chains of reason, and your prison disappears. | Check your posting frequency timeline: http://www.teamliquid.net/mytlnet/post_activity_img.php
paper
Profile Blog Joined September 2004
13197 Posts
July 17 2012 09:33 GMT
#23400
gpu -- http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814102987&nm_mc=AFC-C8Junction&cm_mmc=AFC-C8Junction-_-na-_-na-_-na&AID=10440897&PID=3067296&SID= - 200$
mobo -- http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813138352&nm_mc=AFC-C8Junction&cm_mmc=AFC-C8Junction-_-na-_-na-_-na&AID=10440897&PID=3067296&SID= - 100$

save 120$
y/n
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