Custom computer cases..
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Re: Custom computer cases..
http://www.ocforums.com/archive/index.php/t-70812.html ? ...just skimmed over it but looks like a "how to"
As for another forum, check out [H]ard|Forums... I've been on there for like 4 years now! Nothing but computer nerds. Lots of case modders on there with plenty of DIY guides, I'm sure.. lol www.hardforums.com
As for another forum, check out [H]ard|Forums... I've been on there for like 4 years now! Nothing but computer nerds. Lots of case modders on there with plenty of DIY guides, I'm sure.. lol www.hardforums.com
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Re: Custom computer cases..
Originally Posted by ZeRo_C0oL
http://www.ocforums.com/archive/index.php/t-70812.html ? ...just skimmed over it but looks like a "how to"
As for another forum, check out [H]ard|Forums... I've been on there for like 4 years now! Nothing but computer nerds. Lots of case modders on there with plenty of DIY guides, I'm sure.. lol www.hardforums.com
As for another forum, check out [H]ard|Forums... I've been on there for like 4 years now! Nothing but computer nerds. Lots of case modders on there with plenty of DIY guides, I'm sure.. lol www.hardforums.com
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Originally Posted by racinGSRstyle
the whole "you can barely build a computer for cheaper than buy a similar one pre-built" is very far from correct.
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Like I said, I come from that type of background where I thought I could always put it together myself, cheaper... and that was right, most of the time. With everyones prices falling so low, it's hard to beat anymore.
I know where to find good deals. Look at some of the on-shelf computers. Mine is 3ghz with 512mb of ram, 16x dvd-rw/cd-rw (right off the top of my head, not sure what speed it writes regular data and audio, but it's fast), supports 5.1.. yadda yadda.
You may still save a little money doing it yourself, but definitely not like it used to be. This system two years ago, had there been 3ghz, would have probably cost $3k.
I know where to find good deals. Look at some of the on-shelf computers. Mine is 3ghz with 512mb of ram, 16x dvd-rw/cd-rw (right off the top of my head, not sure what speed it writes regular data and audio, but it's fast), supports 5.1.. yadda yadda.
You may still save a little money doing it yourself, but definitely not like it used to be. This system two years ago, had there been 3ghz, would have probably cost $3k.
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Yea, unless you find the killer deals, and by the time you call all your wholesalers or distributers and other random companies, you'd end up saving money by saving time and just ordering one pre-built and letting them worry bout the stupid warrenties.
I quit building custom pc's for customers who wanted a warranty. I only build them w/o a warranty because I could care less about replacing someones hardware for free. f*k that
I quit building custom pc's for customers who wanted a warranty. I only build them w/o a warranty because I could care less about replacing someones hardware for free. f*k that
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MMM.... Case modding.. fun stuff. Getting ready to start building a new one myself. Spray paint is not durable on a pc case. Esp. if you are like me and like to do the skeletons... The heat will make the paint crack and chip. Automotive paint would work good but it's exspensive. Airbrushing is the best form of paint to use, they make automotive paint for airbrushes that is relatively inexspensive. Outside of that powdercoating or annodizing is best considering you have an aluminum skeleton and case.
I'll have to post a picture of Maries comp. with the mitsu window tonight.. now that I am 98% done with it. It looks good.
I'll have to post a picture of Maries comp. with the mitsu window tonight.. now that I am 98% done with it. It looks good.
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Re: Custom computer cases..
Originally Posted by ZeRo_C0oL
You may still save a little money doing it yourself, but definitely not like it used to be. This system two years ago, had there been 3ghz, would have probably cost $3k.
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Originally Posted by cootees
However... for those of us that want good quality stuff (asus, geforce, amd64 ) then we are going to spend more for a pc with the same clock speed as a prebuilt.. but I guarantee you that it will last longer too as long as you don't oc it too high.