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#1 vootie12
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[QUOTE="ElectricNZ"]How fast is the GTS superclocked to? If it isnt that high just clock it yourself for cheaper, my clocks are in sig :P

Not sure, I can't find the specs. But I found a normally clocked card for $30 less, so I'll go that route.
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#2 vootie12
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Thanks for the replies. Okay, I was kinda on the fence about Vista anyway, so I'll skip till dx10 rolls around. What speed of ram should I be looking for to fully utilize the E6600's fsb? Also, the case I picked out was just a fill in for a price estimate. I'll be sure to find something roomy and full of fans. Secondly, how are the overclocking abilities of the GA-965P-DS3 compared to the 680i? If they are close, I'll go with the GA, as SLI is'nt important to me.  One more question, I purchased the full version of xp a few years ago. Will I be able to install it on a new comp and still keep xp active on my existing pc? I'd really hate to buy it again only to use it for a few months till I'm ready for Vista. Thanks
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#3 vootie12
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The Government has been so kind as to return about 10% of the taxes I paid last year, so it's time for a new rig.  This was a quick buildup with really no research done, just to get an estimate on price.   I have it at around $2000 now, but would like to get closer to $1600.  The LCD isn't a must as I have a decent crt to get by with for now.  I'd like to hear some input on this build...

Intel C2D E6600....$329

EVGA NForce 680i...$249

EVGA 8800 GTS Superclocked...$409

OCZ Dual 2g pc5400...$229

Ultra X-Connect V series 700 watt...$99

Seagate 320gb sata 7200...$99

Ultra case...$69

Sony dvd rom...$39

Vista upgrade...$159

Spectre 20.1" x20wg Naga 5ms...$250

Also, is there anything I'm forgetting?  It's been a while since I built one of these.

Thanks