Computer n00b Building first comp. Plz help!

[TheLoneTerran]

Hey guys, Monkey was looking over newegg for me and these are some of the things that we came up with.

http://secure.newegg.com/WishList/Publi ... r=11420572

Its all here on this wishlist. I would appreciate any and all feedback. I'm kind of hesitant building my own computer because I've never done it before and I have no idea how to do it. I'm told its ridiculously easy once u take a good look at it.

I would love it if experienced people could take a look at this build and offer suggestions on how to better it.

Another thing I'm stuck on is XP/Vista. I know XP pretty well and have heard horror stories about Vista,but getting Vista would greatly increase my ability to install RAM. This going to to be primarily a gaming computer.

One last thing, its impossible for me to hook this up to the internet via wired connection so I must have it wireless. Anyone know of a good wireless card? Or is that something I can pick up from Wal-Mart and plug in? I've heard external is better because I can plug a receiver into it via USB cable to increase its ability to aqcuire the signal.

Thanks to everyone for all your help!!!

[TheLoneTerran]

I should also mention that I have around a 1300 dollar budget. So im willing to spend a little more to get a better piece of equipment. Thanks! Also, do u guys use a step by step guide in how to build the comp? Or is it self explanatory once u have all the parts? On the list i think i have all the essential parts. plz let me know if im missing any lol. Sorry for all the questions. This is my first comp purchase and im hoping to get everything to run smoothly.

[Tackalt]

Remember Windows 7 is coming out in October. It supposedly is Windows XP performance with the look of Vista. Plus most new games require DX 10 and DirectX 11 is on the horizon; XP is not compatible with either of these.

In most cases, Vista will be easily upgradable to 7.

[FloobieDoobie]

Not fond of the 4850, take a bit of a step up for more bang for your buck. Go for the 4870 for ATI or the GTX260 for Nvidia.
Other than that, not bad.

[TheLoneTerran]

Thank you Tackalt and Floobie. Ive decided to go with Vista and hope to upgrade to windows 7 after a bit. Ill update the video card to one recomended. One last big thing is the wireless internet card. Anyone know a reliable brand or is this something I can pick up at WalMart?

[FloobieDoobie]

It's usually best to get one from your Wireless Phone company to make sure it's fully compatible.

[rhonnin]

It's usually best to get one from your Wireless Phone company to make sure it's fully compatible.

I think he means for his home wireless network.

[TheLoneTerran]

Yeah, I meant the card u plug into the comp to receive a wireless signal. Wondering if anyone knew a solid, reliable brand.

[FloobieDoobie]

Ahhh, I saw wireless internet and assumed you were going to use a cell modem. I've had good luck with the LinkSys wireless cards, just make sure you get a model that is compatable with your access point. So if your access point is N, get an N card, a B/G access point get a B/G card....etc.