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Cheapest Motherboard + CPU + Fan Combo

Does anybody know the cheapest Motherboard + CPU + Fan combination i can get, im after something fairly decent ( 1.8 - 2.4 Ghz maybe).

I already have 512Mb DDR 400 memory, and AGP graphic card.

Cheers

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  • Chaos
    Chaos Posts: 36 Forumite
    Ebay would be your best bet, you should be able to pick something up for around £50.

    Failing that, Ebuyer.com for example has both motherboards and processors for about £30 each.

    Look out for combo deals @ Ebuyer, you may save a couple of £'s

    Terry
    Chaos by name.....
  • zombiecazz
    zombiecazz Posts: 535 Forumite
    I'd actually avoid ebay at the moment, much of it is overpriced. There are heaps of online computer shops to try. Look for b-stock, clearance lines and sales. To avoid big post charges try to buy everything from one site. Buying the separates can sometimes be cheaper.
    Sites:
    ebuyer.co.uk
    planetmicro.co.uk
    dabs.com
    microdirect.co.uk
    yoyotech.co.uk
    casetech.co.uk
    aria.co.uk
    overclock.co.uk
    overclockers.co.uk
    scan.co.uk
    novatech.co.uk (they've got a p4 3ghz, 512 ram , skt 775, only single channel memory for £160 including VAT)

    I found the best way was to keep a spreadsheet.
    "A banker is a fellow who lends you his umbrella when the sun is shining, but wants it back the minute it begins to rain." Mark Twain
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