(Re)Building my old computer, need help with compatible shit. - Hardware & Software

I finally got enough money to rebuild my fucking computer. I know i could buy an iPad or something, but ill prefer building a computer. I want to know if this list is compatible with everything. I live in Canada, Quebec (As said in the rules...) My plan is this: disassemble (almost) my entire computer than rebuild it with new pieces to play games. [B]NOW:[/B] Base: Dell Dimension E520 HDD: 372 GB Video Card: Nothing ( I... was disappointed ._. ) Processor: Intel Pentium D 2.80GHz RAM: 3.00 GB OS: Windows 7 Home Premium 32-Bit [B]THE PLAN:[/B] Base: [I]SAME[/I] HDD: [I]SAME, [URL="http://www.newegg.ca/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16822178110"]but this[/URL] as external.[/I] Video Card: GeForce GTX 660 Processor: [I]SAME[/I] RAM: [I]SAME[/I] OS: Windows 8 Pro/[I]SAME[/I] If you know the Dimension E520, do you know if ^this^ will be compatible? My current computer is SHIT. Suggestions can be appreciated. Budget: 550-600 CAD$ A serious thank you.

Wouldn't it be cheaper, and more viable to replace the HDD inside the computer? Rather than storing everything on an external drive... Also is this computer really worth upgrading?

Honestly, I think it's not worth upgrading it. If you could save ~250 more then you can build an entirely new computer that will be [B]much[/B] better.

I'm so confused. Your budget's $6000 CAD and you just want to basically update your archaic Dell with a 660? Did CAD like plummet recently or something? [editline]4th November 2012[/editline] is it supposed to say 550-600?

[QUOTE=Shadaez;38311180]I'm so confused. Your budget's $6000 CAD and you just want to basically update your archaic Dell with a 660? Did CAD like plummet recently or something? [editline]4th November 2012[/editline] is it supposed to say 550-600?[/QUOTE] Oops! Thank you. (CAD = Canadian Money) [editline]4th November 2012[/editline] [QUOTE=12voltsdc;38306074]Wouldn't it be cheaper, and more viable to replace the HDD inside the computer? Rather than storing everything on an external drive... Also is this computer really worth upgrading?[/QUOTE] I work 5 days per week and i have an computer at work. Lot of files need be re-transferred everytime and i can't use an normal USB due to the size. (30.7 GB of data almost everyday). I *need* to upgrade! Look, i want an gaming computer. The Dell's Dimensions are NOT for gaming, which is my problem.

[QUOTE=WaryLouka;38312013]Oops! Thank you. (CAD = Canadian Money) [editline]4th November 2012[/editline] I work 5 days per week and i have an computer at work. Lot of files need be re-transferred everytime and i can't use an normal USB due to the size. (30.7 GB of data almost everyday). I *need* to upgrade! Look, i want an gaming computer. The Dell's Dimensions are NOT for gaming, which is my problem.[/QUOTE] If you want a gaming computer, this Dell Dimension isn't going to cut it, even with upgrades.

That cpu will bottleneck the hell out of that 660gtx (or any 50$ modern GPU). And your 305W PSU wont support it annyway. Build a new PC mate.

Not worth upgrading.

Taipan is correct about the bottleneck issue, a 660gtx requires a pretty good processor in order to function properly, not to mention the RAM on-board the card will probably out date the RAM on your motherboard by no less than 4 generations. As many of the posts above have said you are better off building a new pc. However, I am not aware of the current prices in Canada for PC components but if they are anywhere like the UK then you will need more money if you want the sort of rig that can play games that the 660gtx is made for. This is my suggestion based on your current budget, -3rd Generation Intel® Core™ i5 3470 3.20GHz Socket LGA1155 - Retail. -ASUS P8B75-V Intel B75 (Socket 1155) Motherboard -Crucial Ballistix Sport 8GB (2x4GB) DDR3 PC3-12800 C9 1600MHz Dual Channel Kit -Novatech GeForce GTX 560 Ti 1024MB GDDR5 -Coolermaster GX Lite Series - 600 Watt Power Supply At current competitive prices in the UK, this prices up at about £434 or $689 of your Canadian Dollars. This setup is by no means perfect but use it as a basis to build a rig of your liking and to your available funds, i have not included a case or HDD as most are generic however make sure you select a case that fits the Form Factor of the motherboard (usually ATX). I do recommend a Solid State Drive (SSD) if you can stretch your budget. This will be where you install your operating system, SSD's are much faster than HDD and you can always have a second HDD of your choice to store stuff on. I hope this helps :D

[QUOTE=Preflightsword;38336102]Taipan is correct about the bottleneck issue, a 660gtx requires a pretty good processor in order to function properly, not to mention the RAM on-board the card will probably out date the RAM on your motherboard by no less than 4 generations. As many of the posts above have said you are better off building a new pc. However, I am not aware of the current prices in Canada for PC components but if they are anywhere like the UK then you will need more money if you want the sort of rig that can play games that the 660gtx is made for. This is my suggestion based on your current budget, -3rd Generation Intel® Core™ i5 3470 3.20GHz Socket LGA1155 - Retail. -ASUS P8B75-V Intel B75 (Socket 1155) Motherboard -Crucial Ballistix Sport 8GB (2x4GB) DDR3 PC3-12800 C9 1600MHz Dual Channel Kit -Novatech GeForce GTX 560 Ti 1024MB GDDR5 -Coolermaster GX Lite Series - 600 Watt Power Supply At current competitive prices in the UK, this prices up at about £434 or $689 of your Canadian Dollars. This setup is by no means perfect but use it as a basis to build a rig of your liking and to your available funds, i have not included a case or HDD as most are generic however make sure you select a case that fits the Form Factor of the motherboard (usually ATX). I do recommend a Solid State Drive (SSD) if you can stretch your budget. This will be where you install your operating system, SSD's are much faster than HDD and you can always have a second HDD of your choice to store stuff on. I hope this helps :D[/QUOTE] You may as well get some cash for your current computer and put that towards this.