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12-16-2010, 11:25 AM
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My Ride: Bmw 530d 2004
Hey all 5series.net computer geeks!
After severeal years of skipping this, I bought myself a new home computer at last. Or actually I bought the components and I'm building it myself.
I used to be a real geek, but I have been without a reasonable rig since 2003! All this computing I have done with my old and crappy laptop. For example using the Photoshop has been a pain. Now I'm hoping I could get some more time with my old hobby (I used to be a case modder you know), and hopefully I'll find some time for playing games too!
Here's the list of stuff I ordered:
- Motherboard: ASUS P7P55D-E-EVO; LGA1156, P55, DDR3
- CPU: Intel Core i5 760, 2.8GHz, LGA1156, 8MB cache
- CPU cooler: Noctua NH-C12P SE14
- RAM: Xtreem Dual-Channel kit (2 x 4G
- Graphics card: ASUS MATRIX-5870-P/2GB Ati Radeon HD 5870 Matrix Platinium
- HDD: Samsung HD103SJ 1TB SpinPoint F3 3.5", SATAII, 32MB
- DVD±RW: SH-S223C/BEBE, 22X, SATA
- PSU: Seasonic X-750
- Screen: Viewsonic VX2450WM-LED 24"
- OS: Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit FI DVD
I already started this project, getting a new rig, two years ago when I bought the new ATX case: Lian-Li PC-A77 Black. It has been standing on my desk unoccupied for too long...
Now all this ordered stuff is on my floor and can't wait to get it built!
- Antti -
ps. I already have few games in a shelf waiting for the 2 week christmas holiday!
After severeal years of skipping this, I bought myself a new home computer at last. Or actually I bought the components and I'm building it myself.
I used to be a real geek, but I have been without a reasonable rig since 2003! All this computing I have done with my old and crappy laptop. For example using the Photoshop has been a pain. Now I'm hoping I could get some more time with my old hobby (I used to be a case modder you know), and hopefully I'll find some time for playing games too!
Here's the list of stuff I ordered:
- Motherboard: ASUS P7P55D-E-EVO; LGA1156, P55, DDR3
- CPU: Intel Core i5 760, 2.8GHz, LGA1156, 8MB cache
- CPU cooler: Noctua NH-C12P SE14
- RAM: Xtreem Dual-Channel kit (2 x 4G
- Graphics card: ASUS MATRIX-5870-P/2GB Ati Radeon HD 5870 Matrix Platinium
- HDD: Samsung HD103SJ 1TB SpinPoint F3 3.5", SATAII, 32MB
- DVD±RW: SH-S223C/BEBE, 22X, SATA
- PSU: Seasonic X-750
- Screen: Viewsonic VX2450WM-LED 24"
- OS: Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit FI DVD
I already started this project, getting a new rig, two years ago when I bought the new ATX case: Lian-Li PC-A77 Black. It has been standing on my desk unoccupied for too long...
Now all this ordered stuff is on my floor and can't wait to get it built!
- Antti -
ps. I already have few games in a shelf waiting for the 2 week christmas holiday!
12-16-2010, 11:30 AM
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My Ride: 2007 530i. Purchased 6/28/07. Titanium Silver Metallic, Black Dakota Leather, Dark Poplar Trim, Steptronic, Premium Package, Cold Weather Package, Bluetooth, Adaptive Control Xenons. 10/30/07 Added OEM 124s with 245/40/18 & 275/35/18 Michelin Pilot Sport A/S tires. Installed red Cal Covers� from BavAuto. 11/21/07 Added OEM all-weather floor mats (for winter, carpet in summer) and coat rack. 6/26/08 installed M5-style rear spoiler. 6/30/08 put on red reflectors. 8/22/08 Euro turn signal stickers applied. 3/20/09 Installed Shadowline Trim. 3/27/09 Added Matte Black Kidney Grilles from Trinity. 4/03/09 Installed Bimmian Shadow Matte Black 530i Badges. 4/04/09 Installed LED license plate lights from Trinity. 5/01/09 Installed Brabus Interior LED Kit and White Angel Eyes. 5/02/09 Put in Brabus 6K Fogs. 5/14/09 Removed charcoal filter. 5/15/09 Installed light smoke LED side marker lamps from Trinity. 5/21/09 Sprint Booster. 6/12/09 Painted exhaust tips flat black. 6/13/09 Pulled red Cal Covers and painted calipers low gloss black. 6/27/09 RPI Ram Air Scoop from Trinity. 8/15/09 Installed Brabus's silver invisibulbs front and rear. 9/24/09 Installed R-Dash license plate LEDs from Brabaus (John).
Sounds like a great machine Antti. Enjoy it!
12-16-2010, 11:39 AM
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My Ride: 14 550i
I usually don't go anything smaller than 64GB.
Crucial RealSSD is the top SSD currently on the market.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...-357-_-Product
Crucial RealSSD is the top SSD currently on the market.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...-357-_-Product
12-16-2010, 11:43 AM
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I usually don't go anything smaller than 64GB.
Crucial RealSSD is the top SSD currently on the market.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...-357-_-Product
Crucial RealSSD is the top SSD currently on the market.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...-357-_-Product
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12-16-2010, 08:25 PM
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I'm so happy for you Antti. You deserve it. But what about Eric? What's in it for him? He is still a bachelor so perhaps you'd allow him to use your hot machine to get on Match.com or eHarmony so he can find a warm and fuzzy little friend.
