If you could warn all new PC users of something, what would it be?

[Sauron]

And the final thing I have to say about this is: not everyone who wants a good gaming experience is into PC hardware. Lots are, and that's great, but some people just want their hobby to be gaming, and not the PC itself. In which case, there are prebuilts that suit this person.

 

Without entering an argument on the mac pro (we both know how THOSE end ), I will say this: anybody can build a computer, and pretty quickly too. If you're uncertain on what parts to buy, on the web there are plenty of forums like this one where people will gladly provide you with a shopping list for free. Once you have decided what parts to buy, unless you want to go crazy with a custom loop or such nonsense (nonsense for a beginner) building the machine is just like playing with an advanced set of legos. Stuff only fits into certain places, you can't go too wrong unless you start forcing components in.

[Mush Brain]

Never rush into overclocking.

Never think you know it all.

Buy a decent PSU.

[Kinda Bottlenecked]

Don't be lazy.

Don't freak out when you get a bluescreen.

[Antibull]

Don't be lazy.

Don't freak out when you get a bluescreen.

 

And what if i am to lazy to react on a bluescreen? 

[Majestic]

You can't make a PC "futureproof". Don't cheap out on your PSU, nor platform, as they both will hold their value the longest.

You're not making a smart buy/decision with AMD FX CPU's to squeeze in that fast GPU. Yes, I went there.

[Kinda Bottlenecked]

And what if i am to lazy to react on a bluescreen? 

That's why you can't be lazy

[IMPERIUS]

Don't cheap out on anything, especially the case/PSU/mobo.

I have a h81 mobo...is that bad? I wont do oc. Also, I have R9 280 and the mobo has only pcie 2.0, is that a bottleneck?

[flibberdipper]

I have a h81 mobo...is that bad? I wont do oc. Also, I have R9 280 and the mobo has only pcie 2.0, is that a bottleneck?

Well... To be more specific, I was talking about the manufacturer of the motherboard. And so long as your CPU isn't something like mine (something like an i5 would be the best really for any mid- to high-tier GPU), it will be very negligible..

[Harry76]

Always see if you stuff will actually for in your case. My graphics card didn't fit in my case and I had to hacksaw out a hard drive bracket

[Nuluvius]

• To only buy quality power supplies; never to trust a cheap one because the whole system can be damaged as a result.

To watch for sharp surfaces on IO shields and cases, both cheap and expensive alike.

[Antibull]

I have a h81 mobo...is that bad? I wont do oc. Also, I have R9 280 and the mobo has only pcie 2.0, is that a bottleneck?

 

No pcie 2.0 is not a bottleneck. And a h81 mobo isn't bad if it has all the features you need.

[NeatSquidYT]

On a Hyper 212 EVO, make sure everything is set to your socket type. 30 minutes of my life wasted.

[othertomperson]

Without entering an argument on the mac pro (we both know how THOSE end ), I will say this: anybody can build a computer, and pretty quickly too. If you're uncertain on what parts to buy, on the web there are plenty of forums like this one where people will gladly provide you with a shopping list for free. Once you have decided what parts to buy, unless you want to go crazy with a custom loop or such nonsense (nonsense for a beginner) building the machine is just like playing with an advanced set of legos. Stuff only fits into certain places, you can't go too wrong unless you start forcing components in.

 

Yes, but if someone knows literally nothing they are probably not inclined to risk wasting up to a grand in the event of them cocking up. No matter how easy you think it is, confidence is a massive roadblock in people even getting started.

 

Personally I don't see the issue with people using services like PC Specialist or NCIX. It wouldn't make sense for either of us, I know that. But we aren't their target market.

[juretrn]

For God's sake, MAKE BACKUPS.

[Sauron]

Personally I don't see the issue with people using services like PC Specialist or NCIX. It wouldn't make sense for either of us, I know that. But we aren't their target market.

 

That would still be a significant step in the right direction compared to buying a factury prebuilt machine. NCIX will single out the right components for your exact needs, and produce a machine that doesn't have the intrinsec problems of factory prebuilts. Lastly, it would still be cheaper.

[othertomperson]

That would still be a significant step in the right direction compared to buying a factury prebuilt machine. NCIX will single out the right components for your exact needs, and produce a machine that doesn't have the intrinsec problems of factory prebuilts. Lastly, it would still be cheaper.

 

Well yeah. I did say that I wasn't referring to companies like HP and Dell

[InfamousMEE]

People are dicks on the internet because they feel there is no consequence of their actions so they are exceptionally rude, vulgar, liars and hateful. Do your very best to ignore them

you suck

[d33g33]

you suck

case and point.

[Lays]

case and point.

 

 

Pretty much.   I feel as if the IQ of the forums has been dropping significantly lately lol

[Jimbillroo Digital]

Never cheap out on a power supply. It can be the thing that makes your system work, or the thing that ruins your system.

[sulairris]

im sad that the whole "pc master race" got dragged in to this, but id have to say don't download random shit.

[yodapancake]

dont treat every piece of hardware as delicate as glass, although do treat it properly, when i built mine i was terrified to touch anything in fear of breaking it and didnt help because i was sweating from the stress

[InfamousMEE]

case and point.

 

it was joke man

quite hilarious

[APrettyCoolWalrus]

I warn newcomers to stay with a color theme.

[NeatSquidYT]

Buy a crappy cheapo PC from eBay, and practice taking it apart and putting it back together. Helped immensely when building mine, as I didn't need any guides (Linus' videos probably helped too )