Recent content by redtiger2781

So I made the build as reccommended and have run into a problem. Something was shorting out and not letting me start up and so I got it isolated to the sys_fan (system fan) connector on the mobo. If I don't connect that to the psu, then it will start up fine, give me a single beep and be...

Ah very cool, thank you. How do you think this compares between my original build and yours in terms of speed/power? Again, does not need to do anything, but I'm curious if the extra ~$80 is getting me any more. And, my understanding is micro ATX board goes to micro ATX tower, so with your...

Hi everyone. I'm looking to build a PC for as close to $200, but more likely ~$300. I've never done it before and would like to keep it simple. I have no urge to play games on it and plan to surf the web/listen to music. Here's what I have so far. It came out to ~$340 with shipping...