Hi all, complete newbie trying to build a simple computer here. Could you please check if my configuration is compatible? Asus P8Z68-V LX Motherboard: http://www.amazon.co.uk/Asus-P8Z68 [...] 680&sr=1-1 Intel Core i3 2100: http://www.amazon.co.uk/Intel-Sand [...] 043&sr=8-1 4GB Kingston DDR3 1333 MHz RAM: http://www.amazon.co.uk/Kingston-1 [...] 242&sr=1-1 Xigmatek NRP VC 403 400W PSU: http://www.amazon.co.uk/Xigmatek-N [...] 829&sr=1-8 Sony 24x DVD RW: http://www.amazon.co.uk/Sony-24x-I [...] 161&sr=8-1 As for the graphics card, I really don't mind which ever one. Something in GT 5 series? Elite 330 Mid Tower Chassis http://www.amazon.co.uk/Elite-330- [...] 261&sr=1-1 Western Digital Caviar Blue 500GB http://www.amazon.co.uk/Western-Di [...] 475&sr=1-1 If there any recommendations/suggestions feel free to tell. Thanks!
The components look like they are all compatible with each other. The graphics card depends on what you want to use it for. Is it general usage, or do you wish to play video games?
Everything looks compatible, but what kind of budget are you working with? Here's some great resources for CPUs and GPUs depending on your budget.