trashthing
10-23-2002, 11:45 PM
hi, where can i get parts to build a computer for around $400? i also would like to know what are some good parts for red hat linux 8.0.
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Saptech
10-24-2002, 12:15 AM
Go to RH website to view their hardware compatibility list to find what HW you may need.
You can try Pricewatch.com (http://www.pricewatch.com) to search for the lowest prices for parts. Also check out Newegg.com (http://www.newegg.com)...they have reasonable prices and good shipping policy.
And no, I don't work for either of these companies! :D
You can try Pricewatch.com (http://www.pricewatch.com) to search for the lowest prices for parts. Also check out Newegg.com (http://www.newegg.com)...they have reasonable prices and good shipping policy.
And no, I don't work for either of these companies! :D
deimos
10-24-2002, 03:06 PM
Newegg is good, and together with Googlegear, you can easily build a machine for < $400. Googlegear even pays for rma shipping if you get a doa device.
Oh, and AMD all the way :)
Oh, and AMD all the way :)
JP83
10-24-2002, 03:09 PM
AMD :)
Intel :p
Intel :p
Spazegun2213
10-24-2002, 03:21 PM
AMD :D
sub $400 is no problem.... stick to PC133 if you want super cheap.
sub $400 is no problem.... stick to PC133 if you want super cheap.
Tequila
10-24-2002, 06:36 PM
Agreed on AMD and Newegg. I was always an Intel fan until I put together my latest AMD linux workstation. It's been running smooth as silk. Newegg has great prices and selection and excellent shipping. I'll toss around a few ideas for you quoting Newegg's prices.
Athlon XP 1600 $53
PNY or Smart Modular PC133 SDRAM is $30 per 256MB
Antec 330W True power PSU $52. Take the PSU seriously, it's dangerous to run athlons combined with power hungry video cards like the GF4 with an old PSU. Scimp on a PSU and fry all your other parts you end up wasting a lot of money :)
The rest is up to you since I don't know what kind of video card you desire but if you plan on playing any games stick to Nvidia since they have excellent opengl linux drivers, otherwsie the Radeon 8500LE is an excellent choice and less expensive than a GF3 and GF4.
DDR ram is 2x expensive as SDRAM but that's still pretty cheap so if you can swing it then a DDR mobo is the best idea, you'll have a much wider selection to choose from. Stick to the name brands like MSI, Asus, Abit, Epox, etc. Most of them have integated sound and lan to help save you money on those parts. Scour the net for reviews on motherboards like at anandtech.com, hardocp.com and many others. Shopping for a motherboard is actually a lot of fun so take your time and don't rush it. It's no fun having to take everything out to replace it :) I have an MSI K7T Turbo2 and love it but the price just went up and it's an oldie but goodie K133A based which only accepts SDRAM.
Good luck :)
Athlon XP 1600 $53
PNY or Smart Modular PC133 SDRAM is $30 per 256MB
Antec 330W True power PSU $52. Take the PSU seriously, it's dangerous to run athlons combined with power hungry video cards like the GF4 with an old PSU. Scimp on a PSU and fry all your other parts you end up wasting a lot of money :)
The rest is up to you since I don't know what kind of video card you desire but if you plan on playing any games stick to Nvidia since they have excellent opengl linux drivers, otherwsie the Radeon 8500LE is an excellent choice and less expensive than a GF3 and GF4.
DDR ram is 2x expensive as SDRAM but that's still pretty cheap so if you can swing it then a DDR mobo is the best idea, you'll have a much wider selection to choose from. Stick to the name brands like MSI, Asus, Abit, Epox, etc. Most of them have integated sound and lan to help save you money on those parts. Scour the net for reviews on motherboards like at anandtech.com, hardocp.com and many others. Shopping for a motherboard is actually a lot of fun so take your time and don't rush it. It's no fun having to take everything out to replace it :) I have an MSI K7T Turbo2 and love it but the price just went up and it's an oldie but goodie K133A based which only accepts SDRAM.
Good luck :)
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