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hongster 
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 Topic: My ConfigurationPosted: 12 Aug 2008 at 1:38pm |
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Hi, I'm new to the forums and I am interested in purchasing a rig from DS. I'm willing to spend about $5K, but of course any recommendations is much appreciated :)
My Configuration: (Price $5043)
Chassis: Cooler Master Cosmos S Edition
Exterior Finish: - Standard Factory Finish Interior Finish: - Standard Factory Finish Power Supply: 860W PC Power & Cooling (ESA Edition) (Dual SLI Compatible) Processor: Intel Core 2 Quad QX9650 Extreme 3.00GHz (1333MHz FSB) (12MB Cache) Motherboard: Asus P5Q3 Deluxe WiFi-AP (Intel P45 Chipset) (Supports CrossFire) System Memory: 4GB DDR3 Corsair at 1600MHz DHX (High-Performance) Card Reader: - No Thanks Hard Drive 1: 64GB Solid State (By: OCZ) (Ultimate Lightning Speed) Hard Drive 2: 750GB Western Digital (7200 RPM) (16MB Cache) (SATA) (Extreme Speed) Raid Option: - No Thanks Hard Drive 3: - No Thanks Optical Drive 1: DVD±R/RW/CD-R/RW (DVD Writer 20x / CD-Writer 48x) Optical Drive 2: - No Thanks Wireless Access: High Speed Network Port (Supports High-Speed Cable / DSL / Network Connections) Video Card: 2x CrossFire Dual (ATI Radeon HD 4850 512MB) TV Tuner: - No Thanks Sound Card: Razer Barracuda AC-1 (Recommended) Extreme Cooling: Liquid Chilled FrostBite CPU & Dual Video Cards Internal Lighting: Blizzard Internal Lighting (Blue Edition) (Cold Cathode Tubes) Modifications: - No Thanks Boost Processor: Yes, Overclock the processor as much as possible with complete stability Boost Video Card: Yes, Overclock the video card(s) as much as possible with complete stability Boost Memory: Yes, Overclock memory timings (Includes Memory Fan Kit Installed) Tweak Windows: - No Thanks, Please do not tweak the services on the operating system Windows OS: Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium (64-Bit Edition) (For Enthusiasts) Restore Kit: Digital Storm Specialized Recovery System (DVD Image Based) Protection: - No Thanks Office: - No Thanks Benchmarking: - No Thanks Install/Test Game: - No Thanks LCD Display: - No Thanks Surge Shield: - No Thanks Speakers: - No Thanks Keyboard: - No Thanks Mouse: - No Thanks my keyboard comes with a mouse External Storage: - No Thanks Warranty: 3 Year Platinum Care Extended Parts & Labor Warranty Note: Please don't make suggestions about the HDD, since that is something I'm not willing to change. What I do want to know is, how much benefit I will get for getting liquid cooling for the graphics cards (I'm certain to get CPU liquid cooling, but I would like to know if liquid cooling will be required for graphics cards, since it will save me $400) Also, should I change RAMS to a lower speed or 8GB? Last thing, I know the HD4850 cards do not require that much power, so is the 860W power supply required? Also, what are the benefits for ESA, Turbocool, silent edition? Edited by hongster - 12 Aug 2008 at 1:44pm |
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Kelly
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Posted: 12 Aug 2008 at 1:52pm |
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Hi Hongki Min,
I am looking over your configuration and want to answer your questions.
You're asking about ESA. The Benefits for ESA are many things like thermal, noise, overclocking control over desktop instead of bios access. You can also create profiles and what not to fully automate your system. It's very cool :)
But that being said, it ONLY works on Nvidia chipsets. The motherboard and video cards you selected will not work. SO, my recommendation is change the power supply unit.
As far as upgrades go, I don't recommend the cooling you have. I suggest that if you want to liquid chill, downgrade to the 950si case, and then select the dual loop cooling. That way, you'll fully maximize your cooling efforts.
Other than that, I don't see any other upgrades that need to be made.
Best Regards,
Kelly Wilkins Digital Storm Online 1-866-817-8676 x1 for sales http://www.digitalstormonline.com/forums RE: DELETE: By Website - Anyone - A interested potential customer has requested professional help via website - Name: Hongki Min - Email: edited out- Phone: edited out - Message: I would like to keep the price under $5000 and I would like to know if this configuration is good. Also, I would like to know if I should change the power supply or keep the current one, since the graphics card I will be using wont require as much power as necessary. Also, if its required, what are the benefits for the ESA edition? If the current power supply is not required (which will save me at min $120), what upgrades would you recommend? Thank you Please contact me or the phone edited out if not, please email me. - Ticket Number: 174481 Edited by Kelly - 12 Aug 2008 at 1:54pm |
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widdlecat
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Posted: 12 Aug 2008 at 2:14pm |
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Nice configuration Hongki Min. Kelly's the man when it comes to liquid cooling! Unless you're really interested in ESA, it looks like you've got a great setup going on.
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hongster
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Posted: 12 Aug 2008 at 9:08pm |
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here is my new configuration after talking to a customer rep:
Specifications: (Total Price: $4871) Chassis: Cooler Master Cosmos S Edition Exterior Finish: - Standard Factory Finish Interior Finish: - Standard Factory Finish Power Supply: 750W Corsair HX (Dual SLI Compatible) (Silent Edition) Processor: Intel Core 2 Quad QX9650 Extreme 3.00GHz (1333MHz FSB) (12MB Cache) Motherboard: Asus P5Q3 Deluxe WiFi-AP (Intel P45 Chipset) (Supports CrossFire) System Memory: 8GB DDR3 Corsair at 1333MHz Card Reader: - No Thanks Hard Drive 1: 64GB Solid State (By: OCZ) (Ultimate Lightning Speed) Hard Drive 2: 150GB Western Digital Raptor (10K RPM) (16MB Cache) (SATA) (Extreme Speed) Raid Option: - No Thanks Hard Drive 3: - No Thanks Optical Drive 1: DVD±R/RW/CD-R/RW (DVD Writer 20x / CD-Writer 48x) Optical Drive 2: - No Thanks Wireless Access: High Speed Network Port (Supports High-Speed Cable / DSL / Network Connections) Video Card: 2x CrossFire Dual (ATI Radeon HD 4850 512MB) TV Tuner: - No Thanks Sound Card: Razer Barracuda AC-1 (Recommended) Extreme Cooling: Liquid Chilled FrostBite CPU & Dual Video Cards Internal Lighting: Blizzard Internal Lighting (Blue Edition) (Cold Cathode Tubes) Modifications: - No Thanks Boost Processor: Yes, Overclock the processor as much as possible with complete stability Boost Video Card: Yes, Overclock the video card(s) as much as possible with complete stability Boost Memory: Yes, Overclock memory timings (Includes Memory Fan Kit Installed) Tweak Windows: - No Thanks, Please do not tweak the services on the operating system Windows OS: Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium (64-Bit Edition) (For Enthusiasts) Restore Kit: Digital Storm Specialized Recovery System (DVD Image Based) Protection: - No Thanks Office: - No Thanks Benchmarking: - No Thanks Install/Test Game: - No Thanks LCD Display: - No Thanks Surge Shield: - No Thanks Speakers: - No Thanks Keyboard: - No Thanks Mouse: - No Thanks External Storage: - No Thanks Warranty: 3 Year Platinum Care Extended Parts & Labor Warranty Only reason why I'm against dual loop liquid cooling, I don't want to spend over $5K and I like the cosmos chassis, although if there is anything else I can improve upon, much appreciated :) Edited by hongster - 12 Aug 2008 at 9:09pm |
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SunfighterLC
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Posted: 12 Aug 2008 at 10:34pm |
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Curious, what size is your monitor or better question what is the max resolution of your monitor?
If its 24 inch +, id recommend trying to find a way to change to dual 4870s. Less then 24 inch then youre pretty spot on with the 4850s.
Im saying this only because you are spending top notch cash, so i find the slightly less powerful 4850s to be a curious choice for all the rest of the super high end stuff you have.
The 8GB 1333 is super overkill unless you plan on opening huge HUGE HUGE files..
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E8500@ 4.03Ghz
XFX 790i Ultra 1000W Corsair HX 2 280 GTX EVGA FTW 4GB OCZ Reaper 1800Mhz 250-80-300GB VR HD Logitech Z-2300 2.1 Speakers Asus Xonar 7.1 Hanns-G HG 281D 28" HDMI Monitor |
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widdlecat
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Posted: 13 Aug 2008 at 12:29am |
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If rendering or vid manipulating, the extra will be nice. If you only plan on gaming, perhaps drop the ram to 4 GB and switch to 2 X 4870s. That's one smokin setup tho!
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hongster
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Posted: 13 Aug 2008 at 12:04pm |
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Only reason why I don't want to go for the 4870s is simply because I'm not only going for gaming only, since I run a lot of programs at once (hence my decision of going for the 4850s). Also, I don't plan to spend over $5300K which I am limiting to (that includes monitor) I plan on getting a 24' Acer monitor so, I will have 1900x1200 resolution available.
My total price should be around $5250, although I am wondering if I should drop the Raptors for a 500GB HDD instead (saving me at least $100)
Here's my new configuration (saves me at least $100+) Tell me what you guys think and if I should keep the configuration above instead or if this configuration is good, what should I add/remove: I changed the Ram to 4GB, since I realized that I really won't need 8GB after all, even if I'm multi-threading like how I'm currently doing right now. My only question is, is there a difference between corsair 4GB DHX vs OCZ 4GB platinum? (since it saves me money to choose OCZ over Corsair)
Chassis: Cooler Master Cosmos S Edition Exterior Finish: - Standard Factory Finish Interior Finish: - Standard Factory Finish Power Supply: 750W Corsair HX (Dual SLI Compatible) (Silent Edition) Processor: Intel Core 2 Quad QX9650 Extreme 3.00GHz (1333MHz FSB) (12MB Cache) Motherboard: Asus P5Q3 Deluxe WiFi-AP (Intel P45 Chipset) (Supports CrossFire) System Memory: 4GB DDR3 Corsair at 1600MHz DHX (High-Performance) Card Reader: - No Thanks Hard Drive 1: 64GB Solid State (By: OCZ) (Ultimate Lightning Speed) Hard Drive 2: 500GB Western Digital (16MB Cache) (7200 RPM) (SATA) Raid Option: - No Thanks Hard Drive 3: - No Thanks Optical Drive 1: DVD±R/RW/CD-R/RW (DVD Writer 20x / CD-Writer 48x) Optical Drive 2: - No Thanks Wireless Access: High Speed Network Port (Supports High-Speed Cable / DSL / Network Connections) Video Card: 2x CrossFire Dual (ATI Radeon HD 4850 512MB) TV Tuner: - No Thanks Sound Card: Razer Barracuda AC-1 (Recommended) Extreme Cooling: Liquid Chilled FrostBite CPU & Dual Video Cards Internal Lighting: Blizzard Internal Lighting (Blue Edition) (Cold Cathode Tubes) Modifications: - No Thanks Boost Processor: Yes, Overclock the processor as much as possible with complete stability Boost Video Card: Yes, Overclock the video card(s) as much as possible with complete stability Boost Memory: - No Thanks, Please do not overclock my memory Tweak Windows: - No Thanks, Please do not tweak the services on the operating system Windows OS: Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium (64-Bit Edition) (For Enthusiasts) Edited by hongster - 13 Aug 2008 at 1:11pm |
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DST4ME
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Posted: 13 Aug 2008 at 4:41pm |
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Corsair ram is known to be better quality then OCZ
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Kelly
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Posted: 13 Aug 2008 at 4:42pm |
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overall quality yes, but the OCZ has better timings out of the box. |
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DST4ME
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Posted: 13 Aug 2008 at 4:53pm |
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I will take quality any-day, what good is the speed if its not working
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hongster
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Posted: 13 Aug 2008 at 4:58pm |
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Ok, thanks for the info
 I will go with the OCZ Ram, though I am waiting for a response in regards to how much the 8GB 1333mhz and the 8GB 1600mhz costs for both OCZ rams (since it's not offered here on DS) Also, my new configuration is now only $4680:
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DST4ME
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Posted: 13 Aug 2008 at 5:05pm |
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bad choice on ram IMO
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hongster
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Posted: 13 Aug 2008 at 5:31pm |
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I'm fine with it, since I did not make this decision on my own, I had help deciding which ram to choose.
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DST4ME
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Posted: 13 Aug 2008 at 5:41pm |
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smart money is always on quality
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Kelly
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Posted: 13 Aug 2008 at 5:54pm |
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If you want the bottom line, Corsair has a better name and warranty. But their failure rate is VERY high and with OCZ, we haven't had a failing piece yet. :)
So, what I meant by overall quality, they just been around longer and have a more popular brand.
So, if I had to choose, I'd choose Mushkin. But since Mushkin isn't a choice, OCZ! Edited by Kelly - 13 Aug 2008 at 5:55pm |
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DST4ME
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Posted: 13 Aug 2008 at 9:55pm |
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I have read in various places on this forum that OCZ has had a higher failure rate then Corsair.
if its opposite then OCZ is the better choice and it has the better quality. |
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Sneakerz
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Posted: 13 Aug 2008 at 11:49pm |
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Very nice config! Wish I had that kinda money to spend!
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Intel Core i5 6600k @ 4.6
240GB Samsung SSD Nvidia GeForce GTX 1070 Hybrid Corsair Hydro H80i GT |
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hongster
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Posted: 14 Aug 2008 at 9:06am |
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Here's my final configuration: (Unless there's an 8GB OCZ being offered, it's not going to change) Final Price: $4680
Chassis: Cooler Master Cosmos S Edition Exterior Finish: - Standard Factory Finish Interior Finish: - Standard Factory Finish Power Supply: 750W Corsair HX (Dual SLI Compatible) (Silent Edition) Processor: Intel Core 2 Quad QX9650 Extreme 3.00GHz (1333MHz FSB) (12MB Cache) Motherboard: Asus P5Q3 Deluxe WiFi-AP (Intel P45 Chipset) (Supports CrossFire) System Memory: 4GB DDR3 OCZ at 1600MHz Platinum Edition Card Reader: - No Thanks Hard Drive 1: 64GB Solid State (By: OCZ) (Ultimate Lightning Speed) Hard Drive 2: 250GB Western Digital (16MB Cache) (7200 RPM) (SATA) Raid Option: - No Thanks Hard Drive 3: - No Thanks Optical Drive 1: DVD±R/RW/CD-R/RW (DVD Writer 20x / CD-Writer 48x) Optical Drive 2: - No Thanks Wireless Access: High Speed Network Port (Supports High-Speed Cable / DSL / Network Connections) Video Card: 2x CrossFire Dual (ATI Radeon HD 4850 512MB) TV Tuner: - No Thanks Sound Card: Razer Barracuda AC-1 (Recommended) Extreme Cooling: Liquid Chilled FrostBite CPU & Dual Video Cards Internal Lighting: Blizzard Internal Lighting (Blue Edition) (Cold Cathode Tubes) Modifications: - No Thanks Boost Processor: Yes, Overclock the processor as much as possible with complete stability Boost Video Card: Yes, Overclock the video card(s) as much as possible with complete stability Boost Memory: - No Thanks, Please do not overclock my memory Tweak Windows: - No Thanks, Please do not tweak the services on the operating system Windows OS: Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium (64-Bit Edition) (For Enthusiasts) Edited by hongster - 14 Aug 2008 at 9:07am |
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Sneakerz
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Posted: 14 Aug 2008 at 11:59am |
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Very nice! You will be very happy with that. Don't forget to post pics/review when you receive it.
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Intel Core i5 6600k @ 4.6
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hongster
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Posted: 15 Aug 2008 at 9:14pm |
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Here's what I ordered, big thanks goes out to Alex for helping me out and getting me some custom parts
Chassis: Cooler Master Cosmos S Edition Grand Total: $4,198.00 |
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DST4ME
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Posted: 15 Aug 2008 at 9:26pm |
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ohhhhh, qx9650, OCed, liquid cooling, thats gonna be nice
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widdlecat
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Posted: 15 Aug 2008 at 10:15pm |
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That's gonna be one screamin' rig! awesome! Let us know how it runs when you get it!
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hongster
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Posted: 18 Sep 2008 at 3:22pm |
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I would like to write a review, but my rig has hardware problems or CPU fan problems, so it was sent back for repair. As soon as I get it back, I will post a review of it as well as a reseller review, so stop asking DS! LOL!
If I had to review you guys right now, I will seriously give 'you somewhat satisfied', so better wait until I get back my rig for a fair review
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hongster
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Posted: 24 Sep 2008 at 9:54pm |
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well, I settled for a different case, the HAF 932, since I liked the case and I'll do something about the Cosmos S case once I get it from DS. Anyway, a big thanks goes to Eric and his supervisor for getting me a deal on getting the HAF 932 case.
I can only hope that the problem is fixed quickly so that I can get my PC ASAP as well  |
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DST4ME
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Posted: 24 Sep 2008 at 10:00pm |
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Niche
 don't forget teh pics
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hongster
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Posted: 25 Sep 2008 at 11:38am |
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I'll post pics once I get my PC back from DS...I was so anxious to just let them work on my Cosmos S case, but after considering reviews of the HAF 932 case, I'm willing to wait another week or less (hopefully less) to get that case, of course I wouldn't want any problems with my new PC, so DS, take your time and make sure there are no software or hardware problems before shipping out my PC...when I first got a blue screen on my brand new PC, I was seriously considering to return and get a refund, but I decided to send it back for repair
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DST4ME
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Posted: 26 Sep 2008 at 4:10am |
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Don't forget the pics, I'm dying to see that box after DS goen done with it
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