|
I got a few questions first.
1. What is the primary purpose for building the PC?
2. What is your budget?
3. Do you need to build it now?
If you want to use the PC for gaming, well, that's going to add up the total costs pretty fast. Some newer games have very steep hardware requirements. You'll need speedier CPU/Motherboard, video card, RAM and a big hard drive.
Do you want to get a good size LCD monitor? say, 17"? You can probably get one for under $200 w/rebates. We still haven't touched hard drive(s) yet, 160GB should last you a long time. You probably also want a DVD burner, in addition the the DVD ROM drive. Adding all the hardware mentioned thus far will set you back at least $700.
If you aren't in a hurry then you can save quite a bit by buying parts with rebate offers from various stores. I have had very good rate (100% of the last 12, 15 or so rebates) of getting rebates back. Whenever you submit for a rebate, circle the items required by the manufacturer. Write down copied and submitted date on the form, so the rebate processing center knows you are documenting it. I usually make a photo copy before sending it out.
A good computer case with good ventilation is very important, too.
Good luck!
|