Where is the best place to buy computer parts?

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  1. Pop_Smith

    Pop_Smith Regular member

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    np with that Dr.xp as i am probably getting the 6800GT :)
     
    Pop_Smith, Nov 20, 2004
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    i was answering nephillin.

    6800gt is really good video card
     
    Dr.xp, Nov 20, 2004
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    np Dr.xp, just thought i would comment.
     
    Pop_Smith, Nov 20, 2004
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    ok
     
    Dr.xp, Nov 20, 2004
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    What I was after with my original comment to Dr.xp is that it really helps others when you explain why they should stay away from that model, brand, etc, etc.
     
    Nephilim, Nov 20, 2004
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    oh! ok nephillin i get it!
     
    Dr.xp, Nov 20, 2004
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    Pop_Smith, Nov 20, 2004
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    bbmayo, Nov 20, 2004
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    Thanks Dr. XP, nice find.
     
    Pop_Smith, Nov 20, 2004
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    ;)






    Dr.xp
    abit nf7
    athlon xp 2800+ oc to 2.2ghz
    gigabyte 3d cooler pro max speed (4400rpm)
    artic silver 5
     
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    *drowns in his own drool*

    To bad its on backorder :(
     
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    From what I've read PNY makes good cards. I'd definitely pick it over the Asus.

    The PNY has twice the memory and it's superfast GDDR3 not the plain jane DDR that the Asus uses. The PNY's memory is clocked higher than the Asus as well :)
     
    Nephilim, Nov 20, 2004
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    Yeah I would go with the 256MB card myself too...

    :)
     
    bbmayo, Nov 21, 2004
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    You should really checkout this search engine:

    http://www.pricewatch.com

    It searches loads of retailers for computer parts. You'll find the cheapest deals out there, guarenteed. Newegg seems like a rip off after this deal...

    From here, i managed to get a nice IWill motherboard (any of you heard of it yet? It's not well known, but in my opinion, solid as a rock)... AthlonXP 2600+ processor, 512mb DDR3200 ram, 40gb maxtor 7200rpm, and a nice little case, a GeForceFX series (256mb video ram), all for just over $300.
     
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    dyinman,
    I just used everything you have listed there at Newegg except the MoBO I had to use Ausus because they dont carry that brand. Anyway it all came to $310 You may find cheapr prices out there (noy usually, but there is an exception) As far as service, quality, and support go I don't believe you find a better company than Newegg out there. I have bought literally thousands of computer parts off line from 10 to 20 different retailers and Newegg is at the very top of my list. Have you ever ordered anything from Newegg before. I bet if you did you would feel just like I do now. Also most everything at Newegg is free shipping you need to take that into account when buying your hardware. Needless to say i only shop at one place now when I buy computer hardware and thats Newegg.
     
    bbmayo, Nov 23, 2004
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    I recently started using ZipZoomFly instead of NewEgg. NewEgg started charging sales tax in my state since they opened a warehouse here. I also noticed that a lot of things that they used to ship for free have a shipping charge now. So far I am happy with ZZF, they have free shipping and no sales tax for me. I would say that they are a very good alternative to NewEgg. Of course the real test of a vendor is when you have to return something to them and I haven't had to do that with ZZF yet.

     
    Xian, Nov 23, 2004
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    Xian,
    I will have to check them out. I am always looking for the best deal.. :)
    I was jus commenting on what I have experience with and Newegg always did good by me. I hope they don't open a warehouse around here ;-)

    Good Luck all and Happy Thanksgiving :)
     
    bbmayo, Nov 23, 2004
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  20. wild77

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    here is a great case and power supply http://www.newegg.com/app/ViewProductDesc.asp?description=11-170-012&depa=0
    http://newegg.com/app/ViewProductDesc.asp?description=17-103-91
    This power supply comes with two SATA power connectors and the blue light looks great with this case.As for the OEM Raptor drives the cables should be supplied with the Asus board you listed,hardware will depend on the case.My case came with all the hardware and 3 fans but a bad manual.I buy all my parts at Newegg.Sounds like a great system your going to have!!!
     
    wild77, Nov 23, 2004
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