What PC Parts :(

So the GPU and PSU should arrive today.

Already ordered and paid for the i5 bundle from PotterH (i5 4570 tho as he didn't have any 4590 in stock but doubt I will notice much performance difference between the two).

Something I forgot about is WiFi connectivity. Currently I can only access internet via WiFi in the room the PC will be so need to buy some sort of WiFi dongle - any recommendations? Want a fast and stable one please.

Should I bother with the USB WiFi dongles or maybe get a WiFi repeater and connect to that via LAN cable? I really am open to suggestions.

I move into my new house in July and there every room will have LAN connection so need something to use for the next 6 months.
 
weelzSA said:
Something I forgot about is WiFi connectivity. Currently I can only access internet via WiFi in the room the PC will be so need to buy some sort of WiFi dongle - any recommendations? Want a fast and stable one please.

Should I bother with the USB WiFi dongles or maybe get a WiFi repeater and connect to that via LAN cable? I really am open to suggestions.

I move into my new house in July and there every room will have LAN connection so need something to use for the next 6 months.
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I would get the repeater purely because it would be reusable for phones, tablets and laptops in your new house.
 
weelzSA said:
Serious?

Im really liking that case.

Not sure if it worth the price tho over say this one: Corsair Carbide Spec-02

Or any other case in that price range? I know it all comes down to my preference tho...
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Both cases will work, the PSU and GPU will also fit either of them, so whichever tickles your fancy.
 
Soul Assassin said:
Both cases will work, the PSU and GPU will also fit either of them, so whichever tickles your fancy.
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Great thanks.

Need to order today as I want to build my new PC :)

Its about a R400 difference so thats all I need to decide on now. Personally think the AIR 240 looks really nice but the Carbide one seems it more "future" proof due to its size?
 
weelzSA said:
Great thanks.

Need to order today as I want to build my new PC :)

Its about a R400 difference so thats all I need to decide on now. Personally think the AIR 240 looks really nice but the Carbide one seems it more "future" proof due to its size?
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The Air 240 will actually fit that motherboard perfect, the board has four slots, the case has four, the Air 240 can also take one more drive despite being the "smaller" case.

Just keep in mind the Air 240 doesn't have room for a optical drive.
 
Soul Assassin said:
The Air 240 will actually fit that motherboard perfect, the board has four slots, the case has four, the Air 240 can also take one more drive despite being the "smaller" case.

Just keep in mind the Air 240 doesn't have room for a optical drive.
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Yeah I am really leaning towards the Air 240 - I like the small clean form factor.

Really not fazed at all about an optical drive to be honest, can't remember when last I used one and if I even need one, will just use a USB one.
 
Cool so going to order the Air 240.

Last thing I need is a Keyboard. Looking, it seems there are many to chooses from and the prices go quite high - any recommendations?
 
weelzSA said:
Cool so going to order the Air 240.

Last thing I need is a Keyboard. Looking, it seems there are many to chooses from and the prices go quite high - any recommendations?
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Don't have something in mind but maybe you should browse the newly launched Takealot Unboxed deals, you might find a bargain.
 
Soul Assassin said:
Don't have something in mind but maybe you should browse the newly launched Takealot Unboxed deals, you might find a bargain.
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Yeah it's tough. There so many out there but haven't used a Windows keyboard in years. I need one that is comfortable to use for normal work and then also be usable for gaming etc.
 
For internet connectivity should I go for one of those USB WiFi dongles or is it better going for a PCI card? Or is there really no difference?
 
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