Confused with upgrading RAM/graphics card

[Yenko]

Hey guys, im Rob, new to the forums. First off, I don't know a whole lot about computers, setup and what not, I just know enough to get me along.

Recently I've been wanting to upgrade the RAM and my graphics card for my Dell Dimensions 4600. I am looking to spend about $400 all together.

Main things is that I want is a good amount of RAM and a good graphics card so I can run games pretty well. (Like World of Warcraft) What are some good graphics cards I could use in this case? Also, how much RAM should I upgrade to. (Also maybe you could recommend some good products.)

Well, thats all I think, if I have anything more ill ask. Thanks for taking the time to read.

-Rob

 

[macdude425]

OK, Dell shows that you have one AGP slot and four RAM slots.

I suggest this:
1GB Corsair ValueSelect RAM:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16820145440

eVGA nVidia Geforce 6600GT:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16814130220

 

[dms0813]

agp is coming out with a 6800gs which is better then the 6600gt and meets your buget. also giel has some good ram, with heatsinks, and 2.5 timings. you might wanna check into that also

 

[Yenko]

Woa thanks guys, all that info reallt helped me a lot.

 

[C0RR0SIVE]

Where did you hear that they where releasing the 6800GS for AGP?

 

[NickFas]

personally i think you could get a little bit better ram or a little bit better video card because that setup macdude gave you is just over 200...i have the corsair xms ram and it's the best bang for the buck i think

 

[Yenko]

Whats the difference between the Corsair ValueSelect 1GB and the Corsair XMS ProSeries 2-Pack 512MB PC3200 DDR DIMM?

And would these two be fitted for a Dimensions 4600?

 

[macdude425]

Where did you hear that they where releasing the 6800GS for AGP?

http://www.theinquirer.net/?article=28094

 

[Yenko]

Well this is what I got so far, what do you guys think?

GeForce 6600gt Graphics Card:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16814130220

Corsair ValueSelect 1GB (512MBx2) DDR SD RAM PC 3200:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16820145440

Dell PSU: Silencer 410 Dell-2:
http://www.pcpowercooling.com/products/viewproduct.php?show=S41D2&view=about

This is, I say it again lol, for a Dimensions 4600. The Power Supply on my comp now is only 250w so thats why I have to go ahead and get a new one.

 

[SHAWN]

Pricey power supply!! Looks good otherwise