Advice on Custom PC

[super_js]

Still Looks Weird...Oh Well....

 

[super_js]

Ahh two more questions guys.

To connect to the internet do you need a network card or does the motherboard sort that?

Also

I think the 4870X2 has a HDMI port. My monitor has a HDMI Port, to connect the two will the graphic's cards HDMI port be visible on th back of the case? Or do u need a special link to connect the graphic cards port to the back of the case? I'm pretty puzzled about this part?

Thanks a lot
Super_JS

 

[AstaLaVista]

No need to thank me, it is my pleasure to give something back to this community after all the help I received on a daily basis. Besides... I love spending other people's money!!! :D

Check the specs of the board on the asus site but, the board should come with 2 onboard Nics 10/100/1000... no need to buy 1

HDMI port should be visible from the back of the pc, instead of using the VGA or DVI cables, you just got to choose the hdmi I think... I have never used hdmi before.

 

[thepizzaman]

very nice glad you pick the patriot memory...... that stuff is good i love mine.......
and also glad you picked the 4870x2 i know you will love that card good luck :D

 

[thepizzaman]

oh what about the OS? and the cpu cooler? you will need those....

 

[super_js]

Is the CPU coller included in this?
*OVERCLOCKED* Intel Core i7 920 D0 2.66Ghz @ 3.40Ghz / Asus Rampage II Gene mATX Intel X58 / Patriot Viper 6GB 1600MHz Triple Channel DDR3/ Noctua NH-C12P Bundle

If not could you recommend one please. And the OS, is it possible to deactivate my vista ultimate on my laptop (I upgraded it from XP) 32-bit and then upgrade it to vista ultimate 64-bit using the same now unused key?

Thanks
Super_JS

 

[thepizzaman]

ok yes it is inculded.....
but no i don't think you can do that
you willl prolly need to buy a copy of Vista....... try to get a OEM copy they are cheaper

 

[super_js]

Ok I'll have a go with the vista anyway because I dont really want to spend another £200 on it when 7 is coming out soon.

Thank you all so much
Super_JS

 

[thepizzaman]

be sure to post us some pictures when you get this thing together

 

[super_js]

Sure do i just upload it on this thread? But it may be only finished in late July because I'm going on holiday.

 

[AstaLaVista]

Is the CPU coller included in this?
*OVERCLOCKED* Intel Core i7 920 D0 2.66Ghz @ 3.40Ghz / Asus Rampage II Gene mATX Intel X58 / Patriot Viper 6GB 1600MHz Triple Channel DDR3/ Noctua NH-C12P Bundle

If not could you recommend one please.

I know pizzaman already say Yes to this but I just want to reinforce that it is the item on the top left

And the OS, is it possible to deactivate my vista ultimate on my laptop (I upgraded it from XP) 32-bit and then upgrade it to vista ultimate 64-bit using the same now unused key?

Thanks
Super_JS

I may not understand this correctly but I believe that... YES!, you can.

I bought Vista Ultimate and both x32 and x64 version DVDs came with it. I had the option to choose to install one or the other. If for whatever reason, after installing the x64, I was not satisfied with it, I could always go back, and install the x32 bit OS.

Now, being that yours was an UPGRADE, I can not be sure but, if both CDs or DVDs came with your purchase, I strongly believe that you can.

 

[super_js]

Thanks I didn't know that was a CPU cooler!
Mine came with one disk but theres no harm in trying
Thanks for advice
Super_JS

 

[thepizzaman]

good luck and yes just upload to this thread