mphenterprises

I never created a blog so forgive me if this is a little rough around the edges. Anyway, for those that know me in here, I preach the mantra of do your own research...find what is best for you. Well, I have to practice what I preach.

I spent a good amount of time finding the components that fit my style, my computer usage, and my budget. My first custom build computer wasn't really anything special. I really did not have a "style," per se at that point. I just wanted to get my feet wet. Now, with my own custom build redone three times over and numerous custom build computers for my clients, I have an idea of what my personal style is and how to find the best deal for my money.

The following is everything that I found for my new computer. From my original computer, here is what I kept:

• Western Digital 500GB IDE Hard Drive

• Western Digital 500GB SATA Hard Drive

• Maxtor 500GB External Hard Drive

• Western Digital 500GB External Hard Drive

• Floppy Drive

• Logitech Marble Mouse

• Logitech Keyboard

• Norcent 30" Widescreen LCD Monitor

• NEC 30" Widescreen LCD Monitor

• Logitech Z5450 5.1 Surround Sound Speakers

The following are links of all the new components. The majority of them I bought from Newegg. However, I found a great deal on my new monitor from a computer show and sale. It just arrived yesterday and all I can say is wow. I linked the exact model that I found so that everyone can see what I see. Also, the case is custom, of course. My compliments to Xoxide.com. I never bought from them but I am very impressed with my case. Without further delay, may I present....my new computer:

Raidmax Sagitta 2 Case - Black/Blue

OCZ GameXStream OCZ1010GXSSLI ATX12V / EPS12V 1010W (Kilowatt) Power Supply

ASUS P5K3 DELUXE/WIFI-AP LGA 775 Intel P35 ATX Intel Motherboard

Intel Core 2 Quad Q6600 Kentsfield 2.4GHz 2 x 4MB L2 Cache LGA 775 Quad-Core Processor

G.SKILL 2GB (2 x 1GB) 240-Pin DDR3 SDRAM DDR3 1066 (PC3 8500) Dual Channel Kit Desktop Memory

Western Digital Caviar GP WD10EACS 1TB 5400 to 7200 RPM 16MB Cache SATA 3.0Gb/s Hard Drive

ATI 100-505507 FireGL V3600 256MB PCI Express x16 Video Card

ATI TV Wonder 650 - High Definition Personal Video Recorder for PC 100-715331 PCI Interface

LG Electronics Black DVD Burner

LITE-ON Black 16X DVD-ROM SATA DVD-ROM Drive

NEC Display Solutions ASPV40-AVT Black 40" 6ms Widescreen LCD Monitor

After playing with Ubuntu for a bit, I decided that, even though I like it, I just wanted to use XP and Vista. So, I set up a Dual Boot system and now I am learning Vista from scratch. From what I see so far, I am not too impressed. Yes, it is very graphic intensive and I like the Aero effect; however, I just don't see the appeal. Anyway, that is just me. Since this is Day 0, I will hold off on any formal decision for quite some time.

For those that love Vista and will never return to XP, please don't bash this blog. We all are entitled to our own opinions, right?

Needless to say, the computer room is now the focal point of all entertainment. My fiance and I enjoy everything in this room: music, computer, television, movies, everything. Also, it goes without saying that I won't be doing much spending on myself in 2008.

Okay, that's it. I hope you enjoyed my blog.