Age of Conan

Well O.K., I believe this is my 5th question so far for the past month or so about my computer... at first I planned to play my old comp for this game... it obviously doesn't cut it, so I decided a new rig was the only option. I switched between building my own, getting a pre-made one, and now back to building my own...

I've really learned a lot about computers, at least more than I used to know... I'm glad I'm making this upgrade because not only do I get a good computer for a good price but I also gain so pretty good knowledge while having some fun in the making... plus bragging rights, "HA-HAR! ME BUILT COMPUTER! *flex*"

So anyways, I searched around a lot, finding a good deal more than I used to know about how computers work. I also researched places to buy materials, and Newegg is pretty dominant I must say... this is the build I think I will be goin' for, but I have a few questions first. Like I said, I did learn a good amount, but I'm in no condition to call myself an expert. This is my first time ever doing a project like this so I want to just clarify that I'm making the best choice.

Is everything listed basically all I would need to build my computer, or at least the basics? If not, then what am I missing? Second, how would I tell which part of the computer is faulty? For example, let's say the screen is just blue and can't go any further from there. Are there ways for someone to tell which part of their computer isn't functioning as should? For instance, say a green screen = the processor is misfunctioning or a yellow screen = memory is bad... of course, I don't expect to see anything like that, but telltale signs to tell which part is faulty. And third, is this about the best deal I can find? I am trying to build a computer that is high-end that will last me a good amount of time, but I would like to at least be making sure I'm getting the right price for it... I think I have alot more questions but I can't think of them all at this time, I'll add more later probably.

So finally, does this look like a fair price?

Qty.	Product Description	Savings	Total Price
1	Western Digital Caviar SE16 400GB 3.5" SATA 3.0Gb/s Hard Drive Item #:N82E16822136076 Return Policy: Limited 30-Day Return Policy Add this item to your cart		$69.99
1	G.SKILL 4GB (2 x 2GB) 240-Pin DDR2 SDRAM DDR2 1000 (PC2 8000) Dual Channel Kit Desktop Memory Item #:N82E16820231145 Return Policy: Memory (Modules, USB) Return Policy Add this item to your cart	-$55.00 Instant	$139.99 $84.99
1	Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium SP1 64-bit English 1pk DSP OEI DVD Item #:N82E16832116488 Return Policy: Software Return Policy Add this item to your cart	-$10.00 Instant	$109.99 $99.99
1	PHILIPS 20X DVD±R DVD Burner Black IDE Model SPD2413BM/17 Item #:N82E16827248009 Return Policy: Standard Return Policy Add this item to your cart		$23.99
1	GIGABYTE GeForce 8800GT GV-NX88T512HPV1 Video Card Item #:N82E16814125088 Return Policy: Limited Non-Refundable 30-Day Return Policy Add this item to your cart	-$10.00 Instant $40.00 Mail-in Rebate	$189.99 $179.99
1	BIOSTAR TFORCE TA780G M2+ Micro ATX AMD Motherboard Item #:N82E16813138105 Return Policy: Limited 30-Day Return Policy Add this item to your cart		$79.99
1	Linkworld 313-11(3131-11) Black / Silver Computer Case Item #:N82E16811164081 Return Policy: Standard Return Policy Add this item to your cart		$39.99
1	AMD Rainbow Six Vegas Game Item #: N82E16800995048 Return Policy: Standard Return Policy Add this combo to your cart   AMD Phenom 9850 BLACK EDITION 2.5GHz Socket AM2+ 125W Quad-Core Processor Item #: N82E16819103249 Return Policy: Processors (CPUs) Return Policy	-$59.99 Combo	$294.99 $235.00
Grand Total:			$813.93

I don't know about this game, but I have read alot of negative reviews and complaints about the phenom processor in games. Most of the stuff I read suggests the 64 x2 dual core AMD processors atm (if you want AMD).

change your PSU...get a quality make.

it all seems fine. will you be overcloking your system?

if yes then i would get better quality motherboard and ram

WELL...

the reason I chose AMD vs. Intel was because I noticed the prices were significantly cheaper and I hear both brands work as well as the other, so I'm like, "Why not?"

I also chose a quad core over a dual core because I want to make sure my computer will be functioning to the best of it's abilities in a good amount of year's time... I don't want to end up kicking myself a year from now for getting a dual core that is the similar price of the quad core just for an extra couple of frames NOW only because most games aren't functioning with the quads...

So yeah, that does remind me of another question. Are there really any big differences between the Intel and the AMD processors...? I read a lot of reviews and many say that they both function on an equal basis.

EDIT: and vmoped, was that pre-miracle patch or afterwords...? That would be interesting if they still don't function properly, considering I figure there would be at least a couple performance complaints on the forums (surprisingly I've seen zip for the past week).

EDIT X 2: ANOTHER QUESTION! If a motherboard comes with an on-board video card, does the video card combine with another one you buy or is it overwritten...? Like I said I'm not exactly an expert.

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Originally posted by Douhk
WELL...
the reason I chose AMD vs. Intel was because I noticed the prices were significantly cheaper and I hear both brands work as well as the other, so I'm like, "Why not?"
I also chose a quad core over a dual core because I want to make sure my computer will be functioning to the best of it's abilities in a good amount of year's time... I don't want to end up kicking myself a year from now for getting a dual core that is the similar price of the quad core just for an extra couple of frames NOW only because most games aren't functioning with the quads...
So yeah, that does remind me of another question. Are there really any big differences between the Intel and the AMD processors...? I read a lot of reviews and many say that they both function on an equal basis.
EDIT: and vmoped, was that pre-miracle patch or afterwords...? That would be interesting if they still don't function properly, considering I figure there would be at least a couple performance complaints on the forums (surprisingly I've seen zip for the past week).
EDIT X 2: ANOTHER QUESTION! If a motherboard comes with an on-board video card, does the video card combine with another one you buy or is it overwritten...? Like I said I'm not exactly an expert.

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AMD is fine. its just a matter of preference. (you will get fanbois who will tell you otherwise)

and your onboard graphics card will be disabled when you pit in the 8800 (some mobo require you to disable it manually)

but please listen to my advise on the PSU....don't power a quality rig with a bad PSU...

Originally posted by Housam

 

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Originally posted by Douhk
WELL...
the reason I chose AMD vs. Intel was because I noticed the prices were significantly cheaper and I hear both brands work as well as the other, so I'm like, "Why not?"
I also chose a quad core over a dual core because I want to make sure my computer will be functioning to the best of it's abilities in a good amount of year's time... I don't want to end up kicking myself a year from now for getting a dual core that is the similar price of the quad core just for an extra couple of frames NOW only because most games aren't functioning with the quads...
So yeah, that does remind me of another question. Are there really any big differences between the Intel and the AMD processors...? I read a lot of reviews and many say that they both function on an equal basis.
EDIT: and vmoped, was that pre-miracle patch or afterwords...? That would be interesting if they still don't function properly, considering I figure there would be at least a couple performance complaints on the forums (surprisingly I've seen zip for the past week).
EDIT X 2: ANOTHER QUESTION! If a motherboard comes with an on-board video card, does the video card combine with another one you buy or is it overwritten...? Like I said I'm not exactly an expert.

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AMD is fine. its just a matter of preference. (you will get fanbois who will tell you otherwise)

and your onboard graphics card will be disabled when you pit in the 8800 (some mobo require you to disable it manually)

but please listen to my advise on the PSU....don't power a quality rig with a bad PSU...

good to know.

Do you know anything else you could suggest instead of the PSU I put up...? Not too sure about that to be honest, other than that is basically what powers the rest of the components.