Potential New Computer Design

Okay, let's set the record straight. I can be a bit like Darth Vader--fuck with me and you are gone. That's how I'm feeling about my PC right now. (YAY!) so it may be time to start researching the specs for a new one. For shits and giggles, I'm gonna link up a couple new designs and we'll see how they stack up. Why not? Beaster is 2.5 years old and I'm shocked I wasn't ready to replace it anyway.

CASE: ($60) http://www.canadacomputers.com/product_info.php?cPath=6_112&item_id=048658

It has 2 USB ports on the front (one 2.0; one 3.0), front headphones (get 'em to work this time, people!), 7 expansion slots (important, if memory serves?) and 4 things for DVD players, etc.) Plus it's gorgeous red & black w/ a scorpion on it.

GRAPHICS CARD: ($200) http://www.canadacomputers.com/product_info.php?cPath=43_557_558&item_id=053225

Same power level as my current graphics card, only two generations "newer"; meaning, it will LAST.

PROCESSOR: ($110) http://www.canadacomputers.com/product_info.php?cPath=4_64&item_id=053270

Same number of cores, but a much faster speed (3.8 vs. 3.2) and compatable with modern motherboards (F2 as opposed to AM3)

MOTHERBOARD: ($100) http://www.canadacomputers.com/product_info.php?cPath=26_1156&item_id=053260

Same company as last one; 2 USB 3, 4 USB 2.0; lots of SATA crap, etc,; 2x PCI Express x16. **Make Sure This Can Have USB Ports In Front.**

RAM: ($70) http://www.canadacomputers.com/product_info.php?cPath=24_311_312_612&item_id=035787

8gb @ 1600 CL8? Not bad. I don't think I *need* 16?? (Would need to check if MB could handle it?) Used G-Skill RAM in current PC and performance has been good.

HARD DRIVE ($95): http://www.canadacomputers.com/product_info.php?cPath=15_1086_210_212&item_id=029337

Same brand has on current pc; twice as big, good speed capacity; they don't sell the little ones anymore, lol.

POWER SUPPLY: ($50) http://www.canadacomputers.com/product_info.php?cPath=33_442&item_id=051202

Same brand as last one, pretty sure we went w/ 600 and this one's 625; check with builders to make sure it won't make the graphics card explode.

BLU RAY PLAYER: ($70) http://www.canadacomputers.com/product_info.php?cPath=3_54&item_id=054293

Why not? Time I had one of these in my PC so I don't have to turn my PS3 on every time I want to use it.

DVD DRIVE: ($20) http://www.canadacomputers.com/product_info.php?cPath=3_61&item_id=029356

Same one that's in my current pc; convenient for normal shit. Why not, it's $20? *shrug*

HARDWARE TOTAL PRE-TAXES: $790.00 (No sales required; prices standard)

SOFTWARE:

Windows 7 Home Premium OEM -- $105 (DO NOT LOSE THIS TIME!!!! >:O ) http://www.canadacomputers.com/product_info.php?cPath=530&item_id=037803

Microsoft Home Office 2010: ($119 x3 lisences) http://www.canadacomputers.com/product_info.php?cPath=528&item_id=037356 or 2013 ($130 x1 lisense) http://www.canadacomputers.com/product_info.php?cPath=528&item_id=056917

Compare and research these. You want what's best for formatting your BOOKS. You WRITE in Scrivener, remember. ;)

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As you can see, replacement would NOT be impossible; it would only take time. Make sure to research more in depth if this becomes serious. And, btw, this is NOT a substitute for a laptop. What has happened here can NOT happen again. You should also look into cloud storage for further protection.