do u want a small compact media center pc? if u do get a shuttle case....if not whichever case u like then
amd athlon 64 3000+ or higher
mobo nfoce 4 one
nec dvd burner drive
wd 250gb 7200rpm
power supply- antec, ocz, thermaltake, enermax, etc. at least 450 watts
ram- 1gb pc3200 corsair xms performance
gfx card i would recommend an aiw card from ati
and get a media card reader
oh yah and win. media center 2005
I'm not very good at the whole technical side of PCs, but I've bought a book from Barnes & Noble explaining to me how to do it.
My question is, does someone have a configuration of all the parts that would make a good PC for gaming and media use? Thanks. I'm looking to buy all the parts off of newegg.com.
Thanks!

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