Modding my new PC...I'm a newb...

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wrecklessguy2003
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Modding my new PC...I'm a newb...

Post by wrecklessguy2003 »

I have a new PC and have been thinking about modding it for a while and I would like some feedback on my mod's configuration or some helpful advice.
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Here are the parts I'm using:

2x Enermax 80mm Ultra Cool Thermal Control Fan $10.99 $21.98
2x Chrome Dragon 80mm Fan Cover $4.95 $9.90
1x Window Kit Rectangle Clear $9.85 $9.85
1x Fire Dragon Applique $8.95 $8.95
1x Red Cold Cathode Light Kit $14.95 $14.95
1x PowerUp 350 Watt ATX Power Supply (OEM) $25.95 $25.95

Total: $91.58


This is the layout I'm going to use:

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*****************************
* *
* *
* *
* {fire dragon applique} * <---------window
* *
* *
* *
* *
*****************************

[fan] [fan]
[cov] [cov]

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I'll place the cold cathode light on the botton of my case and replace my current PSU with the new one. I would love to here your feedback!
Cafeine is a good drug, mother!


PC Specs:
Mobo: Intel D845PEBT2
CPU: P4 2.4 GHZ
MEMORY: 512 MB PC 2700 RAM
HARD DRIVE: WD 80 GB 7200RPM 8 MB CACHE
DRIVES: 52x CD-RW
VIDEO: ATI RADEON 9500 PRO 128 MB
SOUND: ONBOARD 5.1
wrecklessguy2003
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Post by wrecklessguy2003 »

ah..configuration got screwed up..just imagine it correctly
Cafeine is a good drug, mother!


PC Specs:
Mobo: Intel D845PEBT2
CPU: P4 2.4 GHZ
MEMORY: 512 MB PC 2700 RAM
HARD DRIVE: WD 80 GB 7200RPM 8 MB CACHE
DRIVES: 52x CD-RW
VIDEO: ATI RADEON 9500 PRO 128 MB
SOUND: ONBOARD 5.1
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Post by Sean »

First of all, welcome to PCA. :D

Second, your idea sure seems like it'll work to me. Do you have any materiels to be able to cut your case? A dremel works great, but involves a tiny learning curve (just get some metal to practice on first).

Other than that, that plan looks like it'll work nicely.

Good luck! :D
- Sean
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Post by blade »

Welcome to PCA :)

As for cathodes, you might check these out. They are a bit cheaper and are easier to place being they go on a fan. And one brightens the whole case easily. Read the review and you'll see. ;)

As far as that powerup psu, I'd consider something like an antec smartpower 350w instead. Just a lot better quality.

As far as those fan controllers, you might consider something like this. It allows you to turn things off, like lights.
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Post by RugbyRoy »

Some red LED fans might look cool with your dragon covers.
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Post by wrecklessguy2003 »

Thanks everyone for the feedback
Cafeine is a good drug, mother!


PC Specs:
Mobo: Intel D845PEBT2
CPU: P4 2.4 GHZ
MEMORY: 512 MB PC 2700 RAM
HARD DRIVE: WD 80 GB 7200RPM 8 MB CACHE
DRIVES: 52x CD-RW
VIDEO: ATI RADEON 9500 PRO 128 MB
SOUND: ONBOARD 5.1
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