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    Buying parts for z96j

    Discussion in 'Asus' started by admlam, Aug 23, 2006.

  1. admlam

    admlam Notebook Deity NBR Reviewer

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    Well, I decided to deviate from my original intention of buying a HP nc8430 and settled for an Asus z96j. After paying $1155.03 for the barebones and a T2500, I went to newegg to browse for necessary components.

    The items I am looking for are:

    1) 100gb 2.5" SATA HD (5400 vs. 7200?)
    2) 1024mb ddr 667 RAM (533 vs. 667?)
    3) DVD burner (What's the difference between IDE, eIDE and ATAPI? DVD-RAM support worth the extra money?)
    4) Intel mini pci wireless card (Well can't really cut corners there..)

    Trying to get this under $300 after tax and shipping. But of course, I wouldn't mind saving money if someone can guide me towards making the right decision.

    Thanks in advance for your time and consideration.
     
    admlam, Aug 23, 2006
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  2. asenna

    asenna Notebook Consultant

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    the hdd speed has been talked about alot .i have a 5200 but if i where you i would go with 7200 . or you can get a 80 gig 7200 rpm to cut the price abit

    dont really know the price and speed difference between those 2. but if i remember correct most people recommend 533mhz

    you need a sata drive so need to look at ide drives.and i havent heard anything about dvd ram so i guess it isnt worth the extra money

    no you cant really make any money on a wireless card .if you need it you buy it
     
    asenna, Aug 23, 2006
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  3. Jason

    Jason Overclocker NBR Reviewer

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    5400RPM should be fine for most uses... The price might not justify the cost for you, for the 7200RPM. I'd go for 667mhz RAM, it's really not much more expensive $10-20.
     
    Jason, Aug 23, 2006
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