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Product: iBUILD™ AMD Home/Office Entry Level

Date: 22 Nov 08

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iBUILD™ AMD Home/Office Entry Level
from £179.95 inc VAT

This is our entry-level home/office iBUILD™ computer based on AMD™ chipsets. Ideal if you need a new or replacement PC, that won't break the bank, for use at home or in a small office.

Use the 'Choose' options below to configure this system to your exact needs, then click BUY when you're satisfied with your choices. Alternatively, you can PRINT or EMAIL yourself a quote for this system.

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Product Customisation

Choose from the following options to configure this system to your exact requirements. The total price of the package will usually update automatically and be shown at the top right of the page – if this does not happen, press the RECALC button to update the page. Click the DETAILS tab above to view more information on your current selections and to PRINT a detailed quote.
Choose your Case more infoproduct imageAn attractive, stylish case with a small form factor; ideal if you have limited space.
more infoOur standard ATX midi tower case is very stylish in black with a silver border,With front USB and audio ports this case makes it easy to quickly plug in a flash drive or headphones, without having to crawl around on the floor or on top of your desk.
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PSU more infoA standard 400w power supply which is sufficiant for general-use home systems
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Motherboard

All our iBUILD ™ Motherboards come with Ethernet for fast, wired networking and web access.

more infoPorts:
4 x Rear USB2.0
2 x Front USB2.0
1 x 9-pin Serial
1 x 25-pin Parallel
2 x PS/2 (Mouse and Keyboard)
Onboard 10/100 Ethernet
HD Audio
Onboard 15-pin VGA (disabled by separate graphics card if selected)
nVIDIA GeForce 6100 Graphics
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Choose your CPU

Different speeds, different cache sizes and single or dual processors. Choose according to your needs.

more infoThe AMD Athlon 64 X2 Dual-Core processors contain two processing cores, residing on one chip, that perform calculations on two streams of data, thereby increasing efficiency and speed while running multiple programs and the new generation of multi-threaded software.

For the end-user this means a significant increase in response and performance when running multiple applications simultaneously. The AMD Athlon 64 X2 Dual-Core processor outperforms the highest-performing AMD Athlon 64 4000+ single-core processor on multi-tasking benchmarks by up to 30%.
more infoproduct imageFollowing in the footsteps of AMD's entry-level CPUs, the Athlon 64 X2 5000+ is a step above the rest as the mid-range dual-core processor, with more cache and faster timings. The 5000+ is the perfect choice for the the user who demands that bit of extra power from their new AMD machine.
more infoproduct imageArguably AMD's best dual-core processor (excluding the FX series), this processor is clocked a leap above the rest at 3.1GHz and is still reasonably priced, the perfect choice for gaming enthusiasts on a budget.
more infoproduct imageStep up to AMD’s latest and greatest processors - the Phenom X4 series. This processor delivers outstanding performance by utilizing four individual cores on a single chip clocked at 2.2GHz each with 4mb cache; perfect for gaming and video encoding.
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Choose your Memory

Choose more memory if you'll be running high-end applications or running many programs at once. The more memory your machine has, the smoother and faster it will perform. If using 8GB of memory you will need to choose a 64-bit version of Windows.

more infoThis 1GB option is good for a light use machine, running Windows XP or lower. Not recommended for a machine running Windows Vista.
more infoThis 2GB option is good for a light-medium use machine, sufficient for home users running Windows XP or Windows Vista that do not intend to run many demanding 3D applications such as recent games and high-definition video.
more infoThis 4GB option gives the user more flexibility with their machine and, when coupled with a fast processor, will handle pretty much anything you can throw at it.
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Choose your 1st Hard Drive

You'll need a larger hard drive if you intend storing lots of digital music, photos and videos or if you want to use it for backing up your data.

more infoThis hard drive offers 160GB of storage which is ideal to use as the main drive in a system to run the operating system and any programs you may wish to install. The 7200rpm speed and 8MB cache on the SATA 2 interface allow this hard drive to transfer data at a speed that is not going to slow down your machine or impede your work.
more infoThe 320GB storage on this hard drive give you extra flexibility to install more, larger programs as a main hard drive, while giving plenty of storage space if used as a second drive in any system.
more infoWith 640GB of storage space you will find it hard to fill this drive on a standard-use system. When used as a second, storage drive, this will give you enough space to store a wealth of music, videos and general data for anyone from an everyday user to a semi-professional image or video editor
more infoThis hard drive offers a massive 1TB (that’s 1,000GB) of storage space to allow you to store or backup as much data as you could possibly imagine. A machine with one of these as a drive will take a very, very long time to fill.
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Choose your 2nd Hard Drive

Add an extra hard drive if you intend storing lots of digital music, photos and videos or if you want to use it for backing up your data.

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more infoThis hard drive offers 160GB of storage which is ideal to use as the main drive in a system to run the operating system and any programs you may wish to install. The 7200rpm speed and 8MB cache on the SATA 2 interface allow this hard drive to transfer data at a speed that is not going to slow down your machine or impede your work.
more infoThe 320GB storage on this hard drive give you extra flexibility to install more, larger programs as a main hard drive, while giving plenty of storage space if used as a second drive in any system.
more infoWith 640GB of storage space you will find it hard to fill this drive on a standard-use system. When used as a second, storage drive, this will give you enough space to store a wealth of music, videos and general data for anyone from an everyday user to a semi-professional image or video editor
more infoThis hard drive offers a massive 1TB (that’s 1,000GB) of storage space to allow you to store or backup as much data as you could possibly imagine. A machine with one of these as a drive will take a very, very long time to fill.
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1st Optical Drive more infoThis Samsung DVD-RW is a fantastic drive that can read/write most types of disc media. bundled with Nero and capable of DVD±R writing at 22x this is the perfect drive for any system.
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Choose your 2nd Optical Drive

Add a second optical drive for extra versatility or if you want to copy discs (with the relevant software).

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more infoThis Samsung DVD-RW is a fantastic drive that can read/write most types of disc media. bundled with Nero and capable of DVD±R writing at 22x this is the perfect drive for any system.
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Choose your Graphics Card(s)

A graphics card speeds up the display of information on your screen. Choose a high-end card if you play demanding games or do a lot of photo-editing work.

more infoChoose on-board graphics if you do not require a seperate graphics card for 3d gaming or high-definition video playback.
more infoproduct imageThe 8400GS is not intended for demanding 3D applications such as games, but with its 512mb of dedicated graphics memory, this card will free up some system memory previously used by the on-board graphics and enable the user to have a dual-display set-up. As this card has 512mb memory it will allow for a smoother display of higher resolutions than the 256mb version.
more infoFor the user that wants a general use machine, that is also capable of running 3D applications such as the vista aero theme and games, but doesn’t require the high setting modes and high resolutions. This card will run games such as Call of Duty 4 and World Of Warcraft at on medium settings at a respectable frame-rate.Also this card is Fanless 1x VGA & 1x DVI Port
more info512MB & Fanless! Plenty for any games avaiable today! Redefine your gaming reality with NVIDIA SLI-ready DirectX 10 GeForce 9500 graphics processing units (GPUs). Value-priced GeForce 9500GT is designed to enhance the latest Windows Vista Aero graphics 3D interface, allows you to play the latest DirectX 10 games. GeForce 9500 graphics processors offer the features of the GeForce 8 series architecture for an incredible value.
more infoIf you want that little extra push from the 9500GT but don’t want to splash out for the 9600GT or 8800GT then this is for you. With 1gb dedicated graphics memory it allows more data to go through the card at a time than the 512mb model, allowing for smoother frame-rates and faster image and video rendering.
more infoThe NVIDIA GeForce 9600GT graphics card gives the user the ability to play next-generation games without splashing out on an 8800 or 9800 series card. With full DirectX 10 and SLi support this card has the ability to impress without breaking the bank. This card is perfect for the gamer who likes to enjoy their game without the need to run them at extreme resolutions with every possible setting up to ultra high.
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Choose your Operating System

A wide choice of operating systems is available. All versions come fully installed with the latest updates. You receive a full Windows CD (not a recovery CD) and licence.

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more infoThe right operating system for entertainment and home use, Windows XP Home Edition helps you do more with your computer and the Internet.
more infoWindows Vista is designed to dramatically improve the computing experience of every kind of PC user - from people at home who use their PCs for simple web browsing, to business people who must organize and act on large volumes of data.
more infoWindows Vista is designed to dramatically improve the computing experience of every kind of PC user - from people at home who use their PCs for simple web browsing, to business people who must organize and act on large volumes of data.
more infoThe fastest Windows ever, Windows XP Professional includes networking and other features that make it ideal for business and advanced home computing.
more infoWindows Vista is designed to dramatically improve the computing experience of every kind of PC user - from people at home who use their PCs for simple web browsing, to business people who must organize and act on large volumes of data.
more infoWindows Vista is designed to dramatically improve the computing experience of every kind of PC user - from people at home who use their PCs for simple web browsing, to business people who must organize and act on large volumes of data.
more infoWindows Vista is designed to dramatically improve the computing experience of every kind of PC user - from people at home who use their PCs for simple web browsing, to business people who must organize and act on large volumes of data.
more infoWindows Vista is designed to dramatically improve the computing experience of every kind of PC user - from people at home who use their PCs for simple web browsing, to business people who must organize and act on large volumes of data.
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Choose your Monitor

Choose the largest monitor that you can afford.

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more infoThis 19" TFT monitor is perfect for general users. As it is widescreen,it allows the user to fit more on the screen horizontally, giving the option to run 2 windows side-by-side, or just watch a wide-screen DVD without the black borders that appear on a square monitor.This is a Black Monitor & Height Ajustable. 1440x900 Resolution 5 m/s responce time.
more infoThis stylish 20" TFT monitor will go with almost any decor in any room, and will give your computer the display it deserves. If you're thinking about buying a 19" monitor, why not go one bigger for next to nothing? Max Resolution 1680x1050 Response Time: 5ms

more infoproduct imageThis fabulous monitor gives you 22 Inches of crystal-clear display. With a 5ms response time and DVI input it will handle anything you could possibly throw at it, including high-definition video playback and intense action games. With a stylish black surround and built in speakers, this is a must for the user that wants that little extra clarity to do justice to their system! Max Resolution 1680x1050 Response Time: 5ms

more infoThe Yuraku YV24WBH1 is a 24" Widescreen monitor with HDMI and DVI support. Great for work or gameplay alike at a very affordable price. Resolution: 1920 x 1200, Response Time: 6ms
more infoA truly fantastic display for the desktop, the HannsG HG281DJ is a 28" flat panel display equipped with HDMI and VGA connectivity, ready for next generation technology. A visual spectacle is ensured as this TFT monitor can display an incredible 16.7 million colours and pack in a breath-taking 1920 x 1200 pixel resolution.

Backed with a swift-performing response time of just 5ms, this is a brilliant device for delivering smooth motion and astonishing gaming action.
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Choose your Keyboard and Mouse set

Cordless keyboards are very convenient but remember that you'll need to replace the batteries.

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more infoA slick black and silver keyboard and mouse set, perfect for everyday use. Bundled with a free set of powered desktop speakers.
more infoA stylish black and silver keyboard with extra media buttons, making it easy to open and control your media player, read e-mails, browse the internet. Bundled with a black optical mouse, this set will complement your system at a very low price.
more infoA stylish black and silver keyboard with extra media buttons, making it easy to open and control your media player, read e-mails, browse the internet. Bundled with a black optical mouse and a set of black desktop speakers, this set will complement your system at a very low price.
more infoHave the clean, wire-free desk space you've dreamed about. The sleek Logitech® Cordless Desktop® EX 110 makes it incredibly easy and affordable to go cordless — in style. Quick and simple to set up, your keyboard and mouse will perform as quickly and as reliable as any corded product.
more infoAll you need for Skype calls. Now it's easier than ever to stay connected with friends, family, and colleagues around the world through Internet calling. Both keyboard and speakerphone provide one-touch controls for easy call management. The full-featured speakerphone and headset make hands-free conversations a snap. The cordless laser mouse with comfort-enhancing rubber grips makes working with documents and digital photos ultra precise.
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Choose your Floppy Drive

There's not much need for a floppy disk drive nowadays unless you've got some old software in that format you can't transfer data via CD or a network.

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Choose your Sound Card

You may need a different sound card for your gaming activities or perhaps you just fancy 7.1 surround sound out of your PC!

more infoChoose the on-board audio if you are not particularly fussed about extra sound features such as Creative's EHX and crystalizer system.
more infoDelivering audio quality of up to 24-bit / 96kHz, 100dB SNR clarity and 7.1 surround sound, the Sound Blaster Audigy Value 7.1 is the ideal upgrade to obtain high quality audio from basic motherboard audio.
more infoproduct imageWhy settle for basic, built-in sound? Your music and movies deserve Xtreme Fidelity. Add the Sound Blaster X-Fi Xtreme Audio sound card to your PC and turn your downloaded music into your own personal concert. Plus watch DVDs or downloaded videos with full cinematic surround sound.
more infoproduct imageThe Sound Blaster X-Fi sound card delivers faster audio performance and intense, realistic sound in all your games. Headphone surround sound is better too, so good, you'll swear you're listening to multichannel speakers—and your games will sound richer as you hear all of the crisp, clear highs and bone-crushing lows you've been missing. It's Sound Blaster on steroids!
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more infoAdd superb sound and great design to your system. The S200 2.1 stereo speakers offer full, rich sound (with a 9W subwoofer) and feature convenient power, volume and bass controls. Includes 3.5mm headset and microphone jacks for other entertainment and communication activities.
more infoproduct imageCreative's Inspire T6100 speakers deliver outstanding surround sound realism in games and movies. Leveraging Creative's 25 years of leadership in audio technology, their superior speaker design makes them the perfect choice for truly 'immersive' entertainment, especially when partnered with a Sound Blaster X-Fi sound card.
more infoproduct imageCreative® Inspire™ T7900 speakers deliver unrivalled 7.1 surround sound immersion in games, movies and music. When used with Sound Blaster® 7.1 sound cards they support the latest and most advanced standards for surround audio available today.
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Choose your Wireless

A PCI card for WiFi access.

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more infoThis IEEE802.11g/b PCI card is ready to run in any PCI-equipped desktop PC to give the user wireless connectivity, allowing them to connect to a wireless router or access point.
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Choose your Modem

A modem will come in useful for a dial-up internet connection.

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more infoV92 Internal PCI modem for dial-up internet connection, also supports fax.
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Choose your Card Reader

You may need one of these if you want to transfer your photos from your digital camera. Supports CompactFlash, SM, XD, MMC, SD, MS/MS Pro. Includes a USB 2.0 port.

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more infoA very useful memory card reader that fits in an empty 3.5" bay and includes a USB2.0 port. allowing you to easily acces, edit and download files directly to and from a card from your digital camera or mobile phone.
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Choose your Firewire

You may need Firewire for copying to and from your video camera; it's a high speed interface.

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more infoGive your system the power of 1394! At 400 Mb/sec, 1394 (also known as FireWire and i.LINK) offers one of the fastest data transfer rates available—up to 30 times faster than USB 1.1.
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Choose your TV Tuner

Use a TV tuner to watch TV on your PC - you'll need a good signal.

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more infoDual Freeview TV card turns your PC into a high-end PVR with two hybrid TV tuners. Watch, record and TimeShift two digital programs independently.
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Choose your Warranty

All of our systems come with a free 2 years RTB hardware & labour warranty

more infoWith all of our machines we provide a FREE 2 year return to base warranty. For more details please see our warranty page.
more infoAn extension of 1 year to our standard 2 year warranty. For more details please see our warranty page.
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Choose your Software

Add software to complete your system according to your needs. Choose as many titles as you like. All software in this categorie come complete with full version CD and a 3 User licence

more infoproduct imageThe fastest, lightest security suite available; spend more time using your computer and less time waiting for your security software to perform. Pulse updates for up-to-the-minute protection, to detect and eliminate new threats. Stops viruses, worms, spyware, bots, and more; keeps your system protected against all types of malicious threats.
more infoThe Home and Student version of Microsoft Office 2007. Includes Word, Excel and PowerPoint Full Retail Boxed Inc.CD & Norton Internet Security 2009 Inc.CD
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Core Features

Black and Silver ATX MIDI Tower Case

  • 2x front USB2.0
  • Front mic and audio out ports
  • 4x front 5.25" bays
  • 1x front 3.5" bays
  • 4x internal 3.5" bays
  • Chassis Dimension (WxHxD): 200x412x460 (7"x16.5"x17")

400 Watt Power Supply Unit

Gigabyte GA-M61PME-S2

CPU

  • Socket AM2 for AMD Athlon™64 FX / Athlon™64 X2 Dual-Core / Athlon™64 / Sempron™processor

Chipset

  • NVIDIA<sup>®</sup> GeForce 6100 / nForce 430 chipset
  • Super I/O: ITE IT8716 chip
  • Integrated Peripherals
  • Realtek RTL8201 phy
  • Realtek ALC662 Audio Codec

Memory

  • 2 DDR2 DIMM memory slots (supports up to 8GB memory)<font size="1">(Note 1)</font>
  • Supports dual channel DDR2 800/667/533/400 DIMMs
  • Supports 1.8V DDR2 DIMMs
  • (Note 1) Due to the limitation of Windows 32-bit operating system, when more than 4GB of physical memory is installed, the actual memory available for the operating system will be less than 4GB; Windows 64-bit operating system doesn't have such limitation.

Internal I/O Connectors

  • 1 24-pin ATX power connector
  • 1 4-pin ATX 12V power connector
  • 1 floppy connector
  • 1 IDE connectors
  • 2 SATA 3Gb/s connectors
  • 1 CPU fan connector
  • 1 system fan connector
  • 1 front panel connector
  • 1 front audio connector
  • 1 CD In connector
  • 1 Power LED connector
  • 2 USB 2.0/1.1 connectors for additional 4 USB 2.0/1.1 ports by cables
  • 1 SPDIF Out connector
  • 1 Chassis Intrusion connector
  • 1 HDA_SUR connector

Expansion Slots

  • 1 PCI Express x 16 slot
  • 1 PCI Express x 1 slot
  • 2 PCI slots

Back Panel Connectors

  • 1 PS/2 keyboard port
  • 1 PS/2 mouse port
  • 1 parallel port
  • 1 COMA port
  • 1 VGA port
  • 4 USB 2.0/1.1 ports
  • 1 RJ-45 port
  • 3 audio jacks (Line In / Line Out / MIC In)

Power

  • ATX power connector and ATX 12V connector

Form Factor

  • Micro ATX form factor; 24.4cm x 22.5cm

H/W Monitoring

  • System voltage detection
  • CPU / System temperature detection
  • CPU / System fan speed detection
  • CPU / System warning temperature
  • CPU / System fan failure warning
  • Supports CPU Smart Fan function<font size="1">(Note2)</font>
  • (Note 2) Whether the CPU Smart FAN Control function is supported will depend on the CPU you install.

BIOS

  • 1 4Mbit flash ROM
  • Use of licensed AWARD BIOS
  • PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.0, SM BIOS 2.3, ACPI 1.0b

Other Features

  • Supports @BIOS
  • Supports Download Center
  • Supports Q-Flash
  • Supports EasyTune<font size="1">(Note 3)</font>
  • Supports Xpress Install
  • Supports Xpress Recovery2
  • Supports Xpress BIOS Rescue
  • (Note 3) EasyTune functions may vary depending on different motherboards.

AMD Athlon 4200+ X2 Dual-Core 2.2GHz 1MB Cache

  • Processor: AMD Athlon™ X2 Dual-Core
  • Model: 4200+
  • OPN Tray: ADO4200IAA5CU
  • Operating Mode 32 Bit: Yes
  • Operating Mode 64 Bit: Yes
  • Revision F2
  • Core Speed (MHz): 2200
  • Voltages: 1.20V/1.25V
  • Max Temps (C): 55-72
  • Wattage: 65 W
  • L1 Cache Size (KB): 128
  • L1 Cache Count: 2
  • L2 Cache Size (KB): 512
  • L2 Cache Count: 2
  • L3 Cache Size (KB): 0
  • CMOS: 90nm SOI
  • Socket: AM2

Samsung 1GB (1x1GB) DDR2 800MHz

160GB 7200RPM SATA II

Samsung SH-S223 22x DVD RW Black SATA

  • DVD+/-R/RW and DVD-RAM Drive is a new innovative product which provides powerfull data storage
  • Double Layer DVD+R 16x, DVD-R 22x
  • Buffer Under Run Free Technology
  • Data Transfer Rate Read CD: 7.2 MB/sec (48x); DVD: 21.6 MB/sec (16x)
  • Data Transfer Rate Write on DVD-R: 22x; DVD+R: 22x; DVD-RW: 6x; DVD+RW: 8x
  • Includes Nero Express 7 special edition

Built-in graphics

Built-in audio

2 Years Return to Base inc. 2 Years Free Collect & Return Parts & Labour

Special Requirements

A floppy disk drive and a monitor are not included as part of the base configuration but you can add them on the CONFIGURE page.

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