Build-A-PC

[greenmonkey51]

After running through some problems with my laptop, it got me thinking of building a pc. I wanted to do this a while ago but got sidetracked. Has anyone here built a pc. Im trying to decide wether or not to get a barebones kit or start from scratch. Any suggestions

[Slithers]

it really depends on what you will be using the computer for. good luck.

[hoo-t]

Personally, I'd build from scratch. That way you KNOW exactly what goes into it, its built with quality parts, and exactly to your specifications. The one I'm using right now is a computer that I built that way a couple years ago. Incredibly reliable and fast. Since its built using all separate components, if something breaks, the broken part is easily replaced.

Steve

[Schlyne]

I've built my machines from scratch, but I have a friend do mine now.

Btw, don't deal with Monarch Computer. They screwed up and it took over a month to get my CPU to me becuase they had a problem with the shipping address. They contacted us after a week, after billing my credit card, to verify the shipping address. They either didn't get the email verficiation, or they ignored it for 3 weeks.

I mostly deal with Newegg, which has always had great service.

[xdeus]

I've built more boxes than I care to remember. Bottom line: you end up saving a little money and you get better components, however you don't get the nice case/component designs of the big companies like Dell.

A good place to shop for parts is newegg.com.

[TekWarren]

I've been building machines for people for years, and that's the only route I go for our computers at home also. You can save money depending on how you do it just make sure you keep warranty info on the individual parts.

[Smulkin]

I've been building machines for people for years, and that's the only route I go for our computers at home also. You can save money depending on how you do it just make sure you keep warranty info on the individual parts.

Same - havent had one that we didnt build ourselves in well over a decade - and no plans to do otherwise in the future!

[Regal Boids]

How easy is it to build a PC?

-Andre

[xdeus]

How easy is it to build a PC?

-Andre

Very. Troubleshooting configuration problems can be a little frustrating, though.

[AkivaSmith]

For the best bare-bones kits I suggest www.tigerdirect.com they are honest people with very good prices.
here is an example of one of their on sale items:

http://www.tigerdirect.com/applicati...&CMP=ILC-FPM08

They have every component known to man -- well all the good ones...