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Try to give your best answer, and I would appreciate a ridiculously long and in-depth answer too. I live in Mississauga, Canada, and I would like to know every part I would require (give actual examples if you can) and where I can buy them. (Not online, but a real shop in Mississauga) If you can, please list combinations of parts with actual names. Thank you very much!
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There are a multitude of possible combinations of components that can be used to build a system, but the bottom line is they MUST be compatible with each other. You'll need to decide if you want to build an AMD or Intel based system, then find a motherboard that has the features you need that can support the processor, memory and cards (graphics, audio, wi-fi, etc.) you want to use. You'll also need a good power supply (you don't want to go cheap there), hard drive(s), optical drive(s), case and case fans. Processors usually come with a fan, but you'll need to use thermal compound, Arctic Silver 5 is very good, between the processor and heatsink/fan, the paste that comes pre-applied isn't as good at thermal conductance. And finally, you'll need a monitor, keyboard and mouse and an operating system.
Instead of trying to explain everything, here's some links on how to build your own system.
http://www.build-your-own-computer-tips.com/
http://www.pcmech.com/byopc/
http://lifehacker.com/5151369/the-first+timers-guide-to-building-a-computer-from-scratch
http://www.maximumpc.com/article/features/build_a_500_pc_play_crysis_40fps
You say that you don't want to buy the components online. Buying from a store would cost you considerably more than buying the same components online, unless there's a CompUSA/Tiger Direct or NewEgg nearby. NewEgg gets the majority of my business because of their low prices, rebates and free shipping on a lot of items. But the choice is yours. Here's their link in Canada if you change your mind.
http://www.newegg.ca/
Here's a tiered power supply list that rates power supplies from best to not recommended. It'll help you avoid those cheap " I'll take out your motherboard when I die" power supplies.
http://www.eggxpert.com/forums/thread/323050.aspx
And here's a link on how to properly apply Arctic Silver 5.
http://www.arcticsilver.com/arctic_silver_instructions.htm
There are a multitude of possible combinations of components that can be used to build a system, but the bottom line is they MUST be compatible with each other. You'll need to decide if you want to build an AMD or Intel based system, then find a motherboard that has the features you need that can support the processor, memory and cards (graphics, audio, wi-fi, etc.) you want to use. You'll also need a good power supply (you don't want to go cheap there), hard drive(s), optical drive(s), case and case fans. Processors usually come with a fan, but you'll need to use thermal compound, Arctic Silver 5 is very good, between the processor and heatsink/fan, the paste that comes pre-applied isn't as good at thermal conductance. And finally, you'll need a monitor, keyboard and mouse and an operating system.
Instead of trying to explain everything, here's some links on how to build your own system.
http://www.build-your-own-computer-tips.com/
http://www.pcmech.com/byopc/
http://lifehacker.com/5151369/the-first+timers-guide-to-building-a-computer-from-scratch
http://www.maximumpc.com/article/features/build_a_500_pc_play_crysis_40fps
You say that you don't want to buy the components online. Buying from a store would cost you considerably more than buying the same components online, unless there's a CompUSA/Tiger Direct or NewEgg nearby. NewEgg gets the majority of my business because of their low prices, rebates and free shipping on a lot of items. But the choice is yours. Here's their link in Canada if you change your mind.
http://www.newegg.ca/
Here's a tiered power supply list that rates power supplies from best to not recommended. It'll help you avoid those cheap " I'll take out your motherboard when I die" power supplies.
http://www.eggxpert.com/forums/thread/323050.aspx
And here's a link on how to properly apply Arctic Silver 5.
http://www.arcticsilver.com/arctic_silver_instructions.htm
What is a video card and how can I upgrade it ?
I've seen something about video cards and that they can make my PC game run faster but I have no idea what video cards are or how can I upgrade them xD.
Thanks in advance :$
Answer
you are right, modern games need a graphics card (or also called a gpu) to run properly.
it can be a problem identifying what type of graphics card your computer will take.
there is 2 types.
the older type is an agp card. here is a pic http://www.vistax64.com/attachments/graphic-cards/10258d1235109561-work-around-intel-doesnt-supply-vista-driver-800px-agp_slot.jpg its one of the grey slots
the newer card is called pcie x 16 here is pic http://www.3dnews.ru/_imgdata/img/2008/05/23/fox/slots.jpg its the yellow slot.
the graphics card just sits in one of these slots and you connect your monitor to it, through one of the little panels at the bottom rear of pc case
you will have to find which one your pc takes. google you make and model number of ypur pc followed by specs. eg. acer aspire t671 specs. or just take side off pc
these will tell you what type of card your pc takes.
also the better graphics cards need more power to run.
most mid to high level cards need a 400w psu (power supply unit, where the power lead enters pc)
but most store bought computers only have a 250w or 300w psu. so sometimes you have to upgrade this as well. but some lower level cards will run on a 300w psu.
also you need a balance.
a slow processor with a fast graphics card will slow the graphics card, as the processor feeds data to the graphics card, the gpu will have to wait on the slow processor.
this also works in reverse with a fast processor and slow gpu.
could you say your pc specs in additional details.
speed of processor
amount of ram
computer name and model number
and i will try to advise you more
it sounds daunting, but it is quite easy as long as you know some basics
also look here
http://www.pchardware.co.uk/install-graphics-card-guide.php
or
http://www.5min.com/Video/How-to-Install-a-Graphics-Card-165873542
you are right, modern games need a graphics card (or also called a gpu) to run properly.
it can be a problem identifying what type of graphics card your computer will take.
there is 2 types.
the older type is an agp card. here is a pic http://www.vistax64.com/attachments/graphic-cards/10258d1235109561-work-around-intel-doesnt-supply-vista-driver-800px-agp_slot.jpg its one of the grey slots
the newer card is called pcie x 16 here is pic http://www.3dnews.ru/_imgdata/img/2008/05/23/fox/slots.jpg its the yellow slot.
the graphics card just sits in one of these slots and you connect your monitor to it, through one of the little panels at the bottom rear of pc case
you will have to find which one your pc takes. google you make and model number of ypur pc followed by specs. eg. acer aspire t671 specs. or just take side off pc
these will tell you what type of card your pc takes.
also the better graphics cards need more power to run.
most mid to high level cards need a 400w psu (power supply unit, where the power lead enters pc)
but most store bought computers only have a 250w or 300w psu. so sometimes you have to upgrade this as well. but some lower level cards will run on a 300w psu.
also you need a balance.
a slow processor with a fast graphics card will slow the graphics card, as the processor feeds data to the graphics card, the gpu will have to wait on the slow processor.
this also works in reverse with a fast processor and slow gpu.
could you say your pc specs in additional details.
speed of processor
amount of ram
computer name and model number
and i will try to advise you more
it sounds daunting, but it is quite easy as long as you know some basics
also look here
http://www.pchardware.co.uk/install-graphics-card-guide.php
or
http://www.5min.com/Video/How-to-Install-a-Graphics-Card-165873542
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