Wanted: CPU

travismore · 08-17-2005, 07:52 PM

i need a new CPU, my has quit on me.
needs to handle alot of traffic
on line and off.
capable video card for PC games.
i am not computer techincal literate, so don't throw a bunch of numbers at me.
i know about ram and gigs.....thats it.

anybody got one?

Bires · 08-17-2005, 10:48 PM

Take this!
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BWAH HA HA!

Seriously though, you need to do some homework first. Ya, I have a few POSs that won't play modern games I could sell ya...

Anyway, if you are looking for lower-end used stuff, check out www.computer-show.com. If you want newer, your best bet is to buy new from dell-get the stripped down comps from the deals page. They are much better deals than you would get on a used computer that you would want to own.

travismore · 08-17-2005, 11:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bires

Take this!
2345435 34555555555553536754756756245698347345345345198416594619/1616846168191681681412945717267454621651

BWAH HA HA!

Seriously though, you need to do some homework first. Ya, I have a few POSs that won't play modern games I could sell ya...

Anyway, if you are looking for lower-end used stuff, check out www.computer-show.com. If you want newer, your best bet is to buy new from dell-get the stripped down comps from the deals page. They are much better deals than you would get on a used computer that you would want to own.

very funny, we got a good laugh over here.
i am talking with one fellow about building one. he says it is best way to learn about the CPU and its workings.

any input on a really good video card and hard drive would be helpful.
what makes a game work faster on a PC?

zippyjuan · 08-18-2005, 12:07 AM

Try starting a thread in the Hardware section. You will get more help over there on building a system. Do you have a budget for your computer? Do you prefer AMD or Intel? Do you want to use the same motherboard you have (if your system is slow, you probably need a new one of that too) and then probably new memory and a video card. Everything was probably at the same level of technology, so if you want faster, you probably need new everything- except mouse, keyboard, and monitor. You might be able to use the same case, but will likely need a better power supply to drive your new components.

travismore · 08-18-2005, 12:13 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by zippyjuan

Try starting a thread in the Hardware section. You will get more help over there on building a system. Do you have a budget for your computer? Do you prefer AMD or Intel? Do you want to use the same motherboard you have (if your system is slow, you probably need a new one of that too) and then probably new memory and a video card. Everything was probably at the same level of technology, so if you want faster, you probably need new everything- except mouse, keyboard, and monitor. You might be able to use the same case, but will likely need a better power supply to drive your new components.

thanks, i will try the hardware thread.
what is AMD and intel?
i want a new everything for sure.

_=DeltaForce=_ · 08-18-2005, 12:21 AM

AMD and Intel are the manufactures of CPU (which is da brain of the computer)
If you are into Gaming go with the AMD 64 *~* Waking up Intel Mad Dogs << LOL *~*

I personally would suggest going with an AMD 64 processor, Socket 939 motherboard, PCI express video card, S-ata Hard Drive, DVd burner

Open a thread in the hardware forum and the MOST important think, post how much you want to spend..

travismore · 08-18-2005, 12:23 AM

thanks i have printed out your suggestion and i have posted in hardware with my budget.

modena · 08-18-2005, 07:35 AM

Refer to it as building a rig or computer, not a cpu.
A cpu is just part of the computer, the one with the speed people talk about, like 2 gigahertz (GHz) or 800 megahertz (MHz). AMD and Intel make cpu's (processors). AMD is cheaper and I personally think they are better for gaming.

08-17-2005, 07:52 PM	#1
travismore Ensign Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: New Mexico Posts: 22	Wanted: CPU i need a new CPU, my has quit on me. needs to handle alot of traffic on line and off. capable video card for PC games. i am not computer techincal literate, so don't throw a bunch of numbers at me. i know about ram and gigs.....thats it. anybody got one? Last edited by travismore : 08-18-2005 at 12:25 AM.

08-17-2005, 10:48 PM	#2
Bires Admiral Join Date: May 2000 Posts: 5,064	Take this! 2345435 34555555555553536754756756245698347345345345198416594619/1616846168191681681412945717267454621651 BWAH HA HA! Seriously though, you need to do some homework first. Ya, I have a few POSs that won't play modern games I could sell ya... Anyway, if you are looking for lower-end used stuff, check out www.computer-show.com. If you want newer, your best bet is to buy new from dell-get the stripped down comps from the deals page. They are much better deals than you would get on a used computer that you would want to own. __________________ Five years...

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modena Captain Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: pa Posts: 1,741	Refer to it as building a rig or computer, not a cpu. A cpu is just part of the computer, the one with the speed people talk about, like 2 gigahertz (GHz) or 800 megahertz (MHz). AMD and Intel make cpu's (processors). AMD is cheaper and I personally think they are better for gaming. __________________ WoW - Perenolde - chars: intron, modena Computer - AMD 64 3700+ 939 on NF4 SLi mobo (ZALMAN CNPS 9500), 2 GB DDR466 (2-3-2-5), XFX Geforce 7900GT 256mb (520mhz core, 24 pipes, 1500mhz memory), Western Digital Raptor 74GB Serial ATA HD 10k, 850GB in other HD's, 21in Widescreen LCD

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08-18-2005, 12:21 AM	#6
_=DeltaForce=_ Captain Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Planet Mars Posts: 1,699	AMD and Intel are the manufactures of CPU (which is da brain of the computer) If you are into Gaming go with the AMD 64 ~ Waking up Intel Mad Dogs << LOL ~ I personally would suggest going with an AMD 64 processor, Socket 939 motherboard, PCI express video card, S-ata Hard Drive, DVd burner Open a thread in the hardware forum and the MOST important think, post how much you want to spend..

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travismore Ensign Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: New Mexico Posts: 22	thanks i have printed out your suggestion and i have posted in hardware with my budget.

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