My question: Is it plausible to install a new PSU, get a new monitor, OC my cpu, and replace CPU fan for around $200?
MY System: eMachines Model ET1161-07
CPU - DualCore AMD Athlon 4050e, 2100 MHz
Mainboard - ECS MCP61PM-GM (eMachines OEM)
MB BIOS - Phoenix - Award WorkstationBIOS v6.00PG
MB PCB Version - 1.03
BIOS Version/Date - Phoenix Technologies, LTD 6.00 PG, 10/29/2008
VBIOS ?
HDD(IDE/SATA) - Hitachi HDT721032SLA
Memory
DIMM1: Empty
DIMM2: Nanya Technology 1G DDR2 800 DIMM CL6
DIMM3: Nanya Technology 1G DDR2 800 DIMM CL6
DIMM4: Nanya Technology 1G DDR2 800 DIMM CL6
VGA Card - Sapphire HD5670 GDDR5 PCI-E HDMI/DVI-I/VGA
VGA Driver - Catalyst Version 11.7
PSU - Lite-On PS-5251-7
CD-ROM(IDE/SATA) - label flash DVD-R+DL
USB Devices - mouse + wireless adapter w/o RF antennae
My Goal : I want to replace the monitor, PSU, ram and possibly CPU cooler (if my mobo/bios allows OC'ing) to play BF3 on my PC.
I am trying to find a cheap way to play BF3. When I saw the trailers for the upcoming FPS, I decided to try and get this game. Sadly, BF3 is going to require a better system to run on min specs.
I thought that I should find a guide on building a custom PC. However, the things I read made me realize that I might be able to save money (and get desired results faster) by using what I already have (i.e. case, MB, HDD, CPU, GPU and ROM drive).
I'm very low on funds. I'm trying to cut corners financially. I don't want to sacrifice the quality or the integrity of the build/mod. I just want to achieve my existing machine's full potential (Without frying it or breaking the bank).
MY System: eMachines Model ET1161-07
CPU - DualCore AMD Athlon 4050e, 2100 MHz
Mainboard - ECS MCP61PM-GM (eMachines OEM)
MB BIOS - Phoenix - Award WorkstationBIOS v6.00PG
MB PCB Version - 1.03
BIOS Version/Date - Phoenix Technologies, LTD 6.00 PG, 10/29/2008
VBIOS ?
HDD(IDE/SATA) - Hitachi HDT721032SLA
Memory
DIMM1: Empty
DIMM2: Nanya Technology 1G DDR2 800 DIMM CL6
DIMM3: Nanya Technology 1G DDR2 800 DIMM CL6
DIMM4: Nanya Technology 1G DDR2 800 DIMM CL6
VGA Card - Sapphire HD5670 GDDR5 PCI-E HDMI/DVI-I/VGA
VGA Driver - Catalyst Version 11.7
PSU - Lite-On PS-5251-7
CD-ROM(IDE/SATA) - label flash DVD-R+DL
USB Devices - mouse + wireless adapter w/o RF antennae
My Goal : I want to replace the monitor, PSU, ram and possibly CPU cooler (if my mobo/bios allows OC'ing) to play BF3 on my PC.
I am trying to find a cheap way to play BF3. When I saw the trailers for the upcoming FPS, I decided to try and get this game. Sadly, BF3 is going to require a better system to run on min specs.
I thought that I should find a guide on building a custom PC. However, the things I read made me realize that I might be able to save money (and get desired results faster) by using what I already have (i.e. case, MB, HDD, CPU, GPU and ROM drive).
I'm very low on funds. I'm trying to cut corners financially. I don't want to sacrifice the quality or the integrity of the build/mod. I just want to achieve my existing machine's full potential (Without frying it or breaking the bank).