PC help`

xdavidx · 19th May 2006, 09:09 AM

bearing in mind I'm completely IT iliterate, this is my query. I'm looking for a desktop for the following things:

- running games (i.e World of Warcraft)
- running high end sound programmes (i.e Cubase)
- data storage (200GB+)
- large scale image editing

I'd prefer it to be able to do the above tasks comfortably, and it needs to be upgradable. I'd also like a flatscreen monitor of some description.

where in Dundee can I get this built for me, and what is the least I can expect to pay?

humndislocation · 19th May 2006, 11:35 AM

Dunno about prices, because I tend not to keep up with the prices of computer hardware, unless I'm thinking of buying something myself.

However, if you want a computer built, I'd highly recommend A&W computers in Gellatly street. They've got a good range of stuff, and their prices are very reasonable.

kj · 19th May 2006, 11:57 AM

A&W computers were a real pain in the ass to deal with when i was going around looking for stuff, and their customer service was far from the best. Thats my opinion from my past experience with them... your experience might prove to be different though.

xdavidx · 19th May 2006, 12:23 PM

I've heard too many bad things about AW computers I think, plus their workshop smells pretty bad. anywhere else? do 3000rpm build PCs or am I getting confused?

kj · 19th May 2006, 02:38 PM

i dont 3000 rpm do computers, they just sell media. There used to be a place in the Forum Center but i think they have moved now. AWD computers i think they were called. An alternative is to buy the components off the web and build it yourself. It's easier than it sounds and you'll save / learn a lot.

Other than that i don't know of anywhere that'll build you a machine in Dundee.

There is a shop near the top of Perth Road that sells mods and stuff for desktop computers but i don't know if they build machines, worth a try though.

Johnny5 · 19th May 2006, 03:55 PM

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Originally Posted by kj

i dont 3000 rpm do computers, they just sell media. There used to be a place in the Forum Center but i think they have moved now. AWD computers i think they were called. An alternative is to buy the components off the web and build it yourself. It's easier than it sounds and you'll save / learn a lot.

Other than that i don't know of anywhere that'll build you a machine in Dundee.

There is a shop near the top of Perth Road that sells mods and stuff for desktop computers but i don't know if they build machines, worth a try though.

I *think* they do, worth a shot anyway if you're passing.. it's just opposite the Peking/Pub, next door to the awesome new video shop

xdavidx · 19th May 2006, 04:02 PM

I'll fire up to the place on the Perth Road and see what they've got to say, i looked into the window before and they have some fucking sound mods. I'm going to get a tower with a hamster cage built in.

pixelsink · 19th May 2006, 04:28 PM

I've had rubbish experiences with AW Computers aswell.

Stay away

gav · 19th May 2006, 06:59 PM

the one up the perth road is now a video/dvd rental shop.

Johnny5 · 20th May 2006, 12:28 AM

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Originally Posted by gav_revolt

the one up the perth road is now a video/dvd rental shop.

haha, i'm a dozy git, i thought it was still there but the video shop moved in next door

that's an awesome place by the way, very cool films plus you can rent boxsets of series for £10 and get them for a week

Hecate · 20th May 2006, 01:00 AM

I know someone in Edinburgh who builds computers, can give you contact details if you want.

andrewforce5 · 20th May 2006, 03:18 AM

get me to build you one! i'll spec you a nice pc for about £850, your best bet would be if you didn't have to shell out for an operating system though that's where they get you!

Gemo · 20th May 2006, 07:30 AM

Theres a place not far up the lochee road that builds computers, can't remember the name but its near out of africa hairdressers.

Rebelius · 20th May 2006, 09:02 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by xdavidx

bearing in mind I'm completely IT iliterate, this is my query. I'm looking for a desktop for the following things:

- running games (i.e World of Warcraft)
- running high end sound programmes (i.e Cubase)
- data storage (200GB+)
- large scale image editing

I'd prefer it to be able to do the above tasks comfortably, and it needs to be upgradable. I'd also like a flatscreen monitor of some description.

where in Dundee can I get this built for me, and what is the least I can expect to pay?

I have a computer sitting at home which would happily run everything you want (not brand new games at full eyecandy but WoW no problem). Happy to sell it for £400 as it is now with a flat screen monitor.

At the moment it only has 80GB of storage space but I can put in another 250GB Hard drive for £60.

And it has no operating system on it. If you already have a computer with a retail version of XP, this is no problem. otherwise, it can be expensive.
If you just want a non-transferable XP Home, that's £60. A transferable one is £170. A transferable upgrade version (ie if you have windows 98 retail or something already) is £80. If you're a student, you might be able to get it cheaper (or even free) through your uni. XP Professional's more expensive and really not worth it for a home user. I know it seems expensive but I'd recommend the £170 one because you can use it on any computer you ever buy (but only one at a time) - with the £60 one you would need a new copy of windows if you upgrade the motherboard.

The other thing I'd point out is it has no DVD-writer at the moment (has a CD-RW/DVD combo - can read/write/rewrite CDs but only read DVDs). DVDRW can be added for £25.

so basically it's:
system as is: £400
add 250GB: £60
add DVDRW: £25
add Windows: £60-170

the system as it is:
CPU: AthlonXP 2600+
Motherboard: Abit AN7 (onboard sound, network)
Graphics Card: Radeon 9800XT
Ram: 1GB
Hard Drive: 80GB
Optical Drive: CD-RW/DVD combo
Power Supply: Tagan 360W "silent"
Monitor: Viewsonic VP171s

looks like this and this

At the moment, the system is in Kirriemuir and I'm in Edinburgh. I'll be back and forth over the next month as I'm moving flat in Edinburgh. So would probably be able to deliver it to you for free.

19th May 2006, 09:09 AM	#1 (permalink)
xdavidx Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Glasgow. Posts: 6,998 Band: Spitelicker, LOLsquad.	PC help` bearing in mind I'm completely IT iliterate, this is my query. I'm looking for a desktop for the following things: - running games (i.e World of Warcraft) - running high end sound programmes (i.e Cubase) - data storage (200GB+) - large scale image editing I'd prefer it to be able to do the above tasks comfortably, and it needs to be upgradable. I'd also like a flatscreen monitor of some description. where in Dundee can I get this built for me, and what is the least I can expect to pay?

19th May 2006, 11:57 AM	#3 (permalink)
kj gimp Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Scotland Posts: 14,144 Band: A band of merry men	A&W computers were a real pain in the ass to deal with when i was going around looking for stuff, and their customer service was far from the best. Thats my opinion from my past experience with them... your experience might prove to be different though. __________________ This community cannot survive without your continued support. galleries \|\| links directory \|\| profiles \|\| wiki

19th May 2006, 02:38 PM	#5 (permalink)
kj gimp Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Scotland Posts: 14,144 Band: A band of merry men	i dont 3000 rpm do computers, they just sell media. There used to be a place in the Forum Center but i think they have moved now. AWD computers i think they were called. An alternative is to buy the components off the web and build it yourself. It's easier than it sounds and you'll save / learn a lot. Other than that i don't know of anywhere that'll build you a machine in Dundee. There is a shop near the top of Perth Road that sells mods and stuff for desktop computers but i don't know if they build machines, worth a try though. __________________ This community cannot survive without your continued support. galleries \|\| links directory \|\| profiles \|\| wiki

19th May 2006, 11:35 AM	#2 (permalink)
humndislocation Hardcore is serious guys Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Dundee Posts: 5,996 Band: Blasphemous Necrorapist	Dunno about prices, because I tend not to keep up with the prices of computer hardware, unless I'm thinking of buying something myself. However, if you want a computer built, I'd highly recommend A&W computers in Gellatly street. They've got a good range of stuff, and their prices are very reasonable.

19th May 2006, 12:23 PM	#4 (permalink)
xdavidx Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Glasgow. Posts: 6,998 Band: Spitelicker, LOLsquad.	I've heard too many bad things about AW computers I think, plus their workshop smells pretty bad. anywhere else? do 3000rpm build PCs or am I getting confused?

19th May 2006, 04:02 PM	#7 (permalink)
xdavidx Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Glasgow. Posts: 6,998 Band: Spitelicker, LOLsquad.	I'll fire up to the place on the Perth Road and see what they've got to say, i looked into the window before and they have some fucking sound mods. I'm going to get a tower with a hamster cage built in.

19th May 2006, 04:28 PM	#8 (permalink)
pixelsink Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: www.carbonhideout.com Posts: 4,722 Band: Carbon	I've had rubbish experiences with AW Computers aswell. Stay away

19th May 2006, 06:59 PM	#9 (permalink)
gav Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Dundee Posts: 7,594 Band: Brickshithouse	the one up the perth road is now a video/dvd rental shop.

20th May 2006, 01:00 AM	#11 (permalink)
Hecate Don Kate (UGS Mafia) Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: somewhere Posts: 2,477 Band: Vulsellum	I know someone in Edinburgh who builds computers, can give you contact details if you want.

20th May 2006, 03:18 AM	#12 (permalink)
andrewforce5 Senior Member Join Date: May 2003 Location: Monifieth Posts: 4,414	get me to build you one! i'll spec you a nice pc for about £850, your best bet would be if you didn't have to shell out for an operating system though that's where they get you!

20th May 2006, 07:30 AM	#13 (permalink)
Gemo Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Dundee Posts: 2,078	Theres a place not far up the lochee road that builds computers, can't remember the name but its near out of africa hairdressers.