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March 20, 2012 at 9:23 am #6992
shadz

    Crim, didn’t realize I picked outdated hardware.  I just did a few search parameters in new egg and that was what came up (AMD), so I picked a few options.  Since Intel is the “on top” company right now, I’ll look into that instead.

    Josh Shenkle, Thanks.  Again, Intel seems the way most people are leaning, so I will look into it.  Not against intel at all.  As for the ram, I’ll probably start with 4 then and up to 8 at a later date, or if I see there is an issue with something.

    Aaron Ledger, Thanks for the tip on PS.  I wasn’t sure, since the only thing I’ve built over the past 8 years is 2 gaming rigs, where more power is better.  Right now planning on running the onboard audio/video, since they seem to be pretty good.  I may upgrade to something else later, not sure.  Also, I’m not limited by form factor either.  With the build I will be able to use a standard size board, if this will be better, let me know.

    PAPutzback, I have sworn by ASUS for years and it has never let me down.  Over the past 10 or so years, 3 gaming computer builds, each build lasting around 5 years before needing an upgrade, I have NEVER had an issue with my ASUS boards.  I would highly recommend this brand.

     

    Thanks all for the help so far.  A little more information, I am currently running a 5.1 surround set up through my dated A/V receiver.  Would using the onboard audio be an upgrade to sound quality for me?  My receiver is about 10 years old and does NOT have an HDMI port on it.  I’ve never had an issue with it, but do I really need one with going to an HTPC?  Also, if I don’t, how would I hook them up to the computer, as these are wire only speakers, meaning I plug 2 wires into the back of the speaker and 2 wires into the back of the receiver.  Would I need new wires with the correct “plugs” on the ends? or is there something out there that is PnP that would accept this set up?