new gaming pc

TheKeir

TheKeir

Bright Spark
If youve got a copy of win7 on cd then that's fine, just make sure you can find your product key!

With regard to the homeplugs, they are extremely easy to set up, and they work very well, I would definitely recommend them over the standard pci card.
 
NMEBowen

NMEBowen

Master Poster
if you have a product key all you need to do is select no os but ring pcs and tell them you have your own product key, they will install windows 7 for you but you will need to enter your key when you first set up the pc at your home.
 
vanthus

vanthus

Member Resting in Peace
To set up homeplugs, plug one into a wall socket at your PC & one into a wall socket where your router is.
connect homeplugs to router & pc with ethernet cables.
do you have an OEM version of windows or retail,
if you have an OEM it cant be installed on another PC,
If it is retail you can only use it on one PC at a time,
you will need to do a clean install with this as the product ID
of the Windows OEM OS installed by PCS might not accept the product key of your retail version.
Alternatively you could ask PCS if they will install the windows retail version you have
if you send it to them.
 
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keynes

keynes

Multiverse Poster
vanthus said:
To set up homeplugs, plug one into a wall socket at your PC & one into a wall socket where your router is.
connect homeplugs to router & pc with ethernet cables.
do you have an OEM version of windows or retail,
if you have an OEM it cant be installed on another PC,
If it is retail you can only use it on one PC at a time,
you will need to do a clean install with this as the product ID
of the Windows OEM OS installed by PCS might not accept the product key of your retail version.
Alternatively you could ask PCS if they will install the windows retail version you have
if you send it to them.
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Dear Vanthus,
If I choose homeplugs, do I need to choose the 2nd option (2x 200 mbps Homeplug AV)? you mentioned that I need to connect one on a wall socket and one where the router is. Would I still have a choice of using a wired connection from my router to the pc with this option?
Thanks for your help.
 
TheKeir

TheKeir

Bright Spark
Yes you would have the option of wired.

And yes, you need to select the 2 x homeplugs (the £38 one)
 
vanthus

vanthus

Member Resting in Peace
rubensolo said:
Dear Vanthus,
If I choose homeplugs, do I need to choose the 2nd option (2x 200 mbps Homeplug AV)? you mentioned that I need to connect one on a wall socket and one where the router is. Would I still have a choice of using a wired connection from my router to the pc with this option?
Thanks for your help.
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Well, if you can use wired ethernet you wont need homeplugs.
 
keynes

keynes

Multiverse Poster
Thank you all for the prompt feedback I received, I decided to got for the following:

Case
COOLERMASTER CM STORM ENFORCER - GAMING ENTHUSIAST CASE
Processor (CPU)
Intel® Core™i7-2600 Quad Core (3.40GHz, 8MB Cache) + HD Graphics
Motherboard
ASUS® P8Z68-V/GEN3: PCI-E 3.0 READY, SLI, CROSSFIREX
Memory (RAM)
8GB KINGSTON HYPER-X GENESIS DUAL-DDR3 1600MHz, X.M.P (2 x 4GB KIT)
Graphics Card
3GB NVIDIA GEFORCE GTX 580 - 2 DVI, HDMI, DP - 3D Vision Ready
Memory - 1st Hard Disk
500GB SEAGATE Barracuda SATA-III 6Gb/s HDD, 32MB Cache (7200rpm)
2nd Hard Disk
1TB SEAGATE Barracuda SATA 6Gb/s HDD, 32MB Cache (7200rpm)
1st DVD/BLU-RAY Drive
12x BLU-RAY ROM DRIVE, 16x DVD ±R/±RW (£44)
Memory Card Reader
INTERNAL 52 IN 1 CARD READER (XD, MS, CF, SD, etc) + 1 x USB 2.0 PORT
Power Supply
CORSAIR 1050W PRO SERIES™ HX1050-80 PLUS® SILVER MODULAR (£159)
Processor Cooling
TITAN FENRIR EVO EXTREME HEATPIPE CPU COOLER (£39)
Sound Card
Asus Xonar DG 5.1 SoundCard & Headphone AMP *Award Winner* £20
Network Facilities
GIGABIT LAN & WIRELESS 802.11N 300Mbps PCI CARD (£16)
USB Options
6 x USB 2.0 PORTS @ BACK PANEL (MIN 2 FRONT PORTS) AS STANDARD
Operating System
Genuine Windows 7 Home Premium 64 Bit - inc DVD & Licence (£79)
Office Software
FREE Microsoft® Office Starter 2010 (Limited functionality Word & Excel)
Anti-Virus
BULLGUARD INTERNET SECURITY - FREE 90 DAY TRIAL
Warranty
3 Year Gold Warranty (2 Year Collect & Return, 2 Year Parts, 3 Year Labour) (£69)
Delivery
STANDARD INSURED DELIVERY TO UK MAINLAND (MON-FRI)
Build Time
Standard Build - Approximately 10 to 12 working days

I placed my order this evening and I am looking forward to test it.
Thanks again!
 
NMEBowen

NMEBowen

Master Poster
dont bother with any homeplugs or wirless just select the base that doesnt increase price and wire it straight to the motherboard cant get any better.
 
Music Guy123

Music Guy123

Prolific Poster
A couple of things :) ! I would strongly recommend getting an SSD as the boot drive over the seagate. They are so much faster! Also, I would recommend dropping the cpu cooler one notch as that one is a beast and could affect the side fans on the case however, am not really sure precisely so you will have to get another opinion on the cooler. Overall, looks like a very powerful pc, enjoy it!
 
keynes

keynes

Multiverse Poster
Music Guy123 said:
A couple of things :) ! I would strongly recommend getting an SSD as the boot drive over the seagate. They are so much faster! Also, I would recommend dropping the cpu cooler one notch as that one is a beast and could affect the side fans on the case however, am not really sure precisely so you will have to get another opinion on the cooler. Overall, looks like a very powerful pc, enjoy it!
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The SSD 120 GB would cost £68 extra, I am still undecided since it seems quite expensive given the capacity eventhough it is faster. I am not sure about the cooler, I'll try to email pcspecialist to confirm it is a suitable cooler for the case/fans. Thanks for pointing that out.
 
Music Guy123

Music Guy123

Prolific Poster
Believe me, the SSD really is worth it! Failing that, a 2TB Caviar black will be faster than those two drives. Also, I'd suggest getting a SATA 6GB/s SSD. You really won't need that cooler, you could save money there to fund the SSD. Soundcard and wifi card could be dropped as well to get funds, if you don't need the wifi card, don't get it. The onboard sound is very good so you probably don't need the card.
 
keynes

keynes

Multiverse Poster
Music Guy123 said:
If he wants to o/c he should upgrade the CPU to the k version.
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Ok, you sold me the SSD. I am changing it for 120 GB SSD. I wasn't aware that the onboard sound provided was good, I am looking for good definition in audio. I have emailed PCs regarding the cooler for advice/suggestions. I have also taken away the wireless card since the router will be connected next to the pc. I was surprised by the ease provided on the site when choosing to amend your order, now I am tempted to upgrade for the GTX 590, so many choices!
 
NMEBowen

NMEBowen

Master Poster
ok i thought you were looking at the 2600k if your not overclocking then the tripple copper will be ample cooling.
 
keynes

keynes

Multiverse Poster
Music Guy123 said:
A couple of things :) ! I would strongly recommend getting an SSD as the boot drive over the seagate. They are so much faster! Also, I would recommend dropping the cpu cooler one notch as that one is a beast and could affect the side fans on the case however, am not really sure precisely so you will have to get another opinion on the cooler. Overall, looks like a very powerful pc, enjoy it!
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I contacted PCs and they indicated that the issue with the fan should have being picked up by the system, when seeking help in "live support" I was told it depends on the size of the case but that is all so I am still not sure on the cooler.
 
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