Increase your performance by up to 80% with the AMD Athlon 64X2 dual core processor. Work or play with multiple programs without any stalling or waiting. Dual-core technology is like having two processors, and two working together is better and faster than one working alone. Do more in less time with the AMD Athlon 64X2 dual-core processor. The AMD Athlon 64X2 Dual-Core processors provide the same level of system features you have grown to expect from the Athlon64 processor family.

The GA-K8N Ultra provides the best cost-performance value for AMD Athlon64 high performance platforms. Supporting the latest AthlonTM64 X2 dual core processors, this platform is capable of multi-tasking and delivers outstanding performance. The brand new PCI-Express interface provides scalable bandwidth for high performance graphics cards and several industry-leading technologies such as Serial ATA 3Gb/s, IEEE 1394b, NV RAID, NV firewall and Gigabit LAN connection are provided to enhance performance and security.

GIGABYTE TECHNOLOGY introduces the GV-NX68T256DH, which benefits from the groundbreaking new NVIDIA® GeForce™ 6800 graphics processing units (GPUs) and their revolutionary technologies including a hardware monitor to protect your system. The GV-NX68T256DH powers worlds where reality and fantasy meet, worlds in which new standards are set for visual realism and quality, performance, and video functionality. Furthermore, it also delivers powerful, elegant graphics to drench your senses, immersing you in unparalleled worlds of visual effects for the ultimate PC experience.

Using the latest PC3200 DDR RAM the 512 MB memory modules used in our Power systems take advantage of the fast Front Side Bus speeds supported by our motherboards to run at an impressive 800 MHz using Dual DDR memory channel technology and the reduced latency in these memory modules increases performance further still. Manufactured by Kingston™, the World’s largest memory manufacturer, these high quality memory modules feature superb build quality with gold plated connectors and are backed by a lifetime warranty.

For enhanced music, movies, and gaming, this sound card upgrade allows you to start enjoying an enhanced audio experience. Thanks to the quality of 24-bit ADVANCED HD™ technology your music will sound like never before. With Sound Blaster Live! 24-bit, you can convert your old records and tapes into digital audio, immerse yourself in 7.1 surround, and make your games come alive with EAX® ADVANCED HD™ technology.

Our Power system features Two identical 120 GB SATA hard drives providing ample storage for applications and data with fast 7500 rpm spin speeds, low seek times and 8 MB buffers for excellent transfer rates. Its high capacity, enhanced reliability, and great performance combine to make this the perfect drive for home or office desktop users. DiamondMax 10 supports Native Command Queuing which intelligently reorders read and write commands to improve performance. Combined with larger buffers DiamondMax delivers industry leading benchmarks and blazing performance. DiamondMax 10 delivers high reliability and data integrity using the Maxtor developed Shock Protection System and Data Protection System.

Two Hard Drives without RAID offers a good compromise between security, size and speed. You will be able to store a backup of the other on each Hard Drive and use one hundred percent of the available storage capacity. Although not as fast as RAID mode 0 (Striping), performance would be faster than RAID mode 1 (Mirroring).

This configuration will provide an above average speed system drive with full capacity and an above average speed storage drive with full capacity for applications and games.

Sony’s amazing next generation Dual Layer DVD recorder brings together all the popular formats in a single drive, including DVD+R and DVD+RW, as well as CD-R and CD-RW. Buffer underrun protection technology ensures smooth uniterupted data transfer with high performance 16X max DVD burning. All popular DVD formats are supported to eliminate the worry in choosing a DVD recordable drive and ensuring maximum compatibility with your media. Other features include high performance CD-R/RW burning, 170mm Short depth mechanism for increased airflow and dust/fragment proof structure for greater longevity.

Our Ultimate system features two CD/DVD ReWritable drives.

All of our system packages are supplied with a Sony™ internal Floppy Drive capable of reading 720 KB and 1.44 MB 3.5 inch floppy disks. Ideal for transferring small amounts of data or diagnostic work these drives benefit from the high quality of construction associated with Sony™, the inventors of the 3½" format.

Featuring automatic temperature speed controlled intake and exhaust fans, this power supply unit benefits from advanced thermal strategies. Thermaltake’s engineers are masters of airflow analysis, material conductivity and efficient design. The PSU features advanced cable technologies for connection to next generation components like SATA Hard Drives and PCI Express SLI Graphics cards and are manufactured to the highest possible standards.

This Power Supply Unit is recommended for high-end systems and for users who require sustainable, high load power for overclocking.

This 19′′ CRT displays an amazing choice of resolutions up to 1920×1440, making it an excellent tool for graphics and design or anyone who requires multiple applications to be open at the same time on their PC. With a large viewable area and a high resolution, this monitor is an unbeatable solution for those who require a large screen display.

CoolerMaster’s brand new state-of-the-art chassis series breaks away from traditional flat case design by combining smooth, flowing lines, and dual curved aluminium front bezel which can be opened from the direction that suits you the most. You can easily open the box whenever you wish to add in any extra components without having to use any tools and to give your system the best in ventilation this chassis is fitted with super quiet 80mm intake and 120mm exhaust fans. For convenience there are two USB ports, one IEEE 1394 port and a microphone and speaker socket discreetly positioned either side of the front face.

Microsoft Optical Technology replaces the old-fashioned mouse ball and works on virtually any surface. The Microsoft optical sensor replaces your old-fashioned mouse ball. Capturing 6, 000 frames per second, it delivers up to four times the performance of other optical mouse products. This superior tracking speed translates into smooth, accurate cursor performance and it works on most surfaces without the need for a mouse pad! The ambidextrous design with redesigned buttons is comfortable whether you mouse with your left or right hand. The tilt-scroll wheel makes navigation a breeze, and longer battery life lets you enjoy wireless freedom even longer.

The Microsoft™ Standard Wired Keyboard 500 features 10 hotkeys and can access Internet and email quickly by pushing the appropriate key. Multimedia keys provide easy access to your favorite music, video clips and media programs using fast forward, pause and stop keys. For navigation on lengthy web pages, this keyboard features a scroll wheel which saves time and effort without having to use the on screen scroll bar. The spill-resistant design is ambidextrous which makes working more comfortable whether you mouse with your left or right hand.

The Creative SBS 580 is your window to new dimensions of aural excitement. Boasting five satellite speakers and one subwoofer, the Creative SBS 580 allows you to take that important leap from stereo to multichannel surround sound. The dedicated centre channel vastly improves dialogue articulation and the rear satellite speakers envelope you in rich audio environments that simply isn’t possible with stereo speakers. The powerful 16 Watt RMS wood subwoofer completes the impressive sonic picture delivering dynamic bass.

Windows XP Home Edition gives you the freedom to experience more than you ever thought possible with your computer and the Internet. This is the operating system home users have been waiting for because it offers serious speed and serious stability, so you can have serious fun. You can create, share and enjoy movies with the included Windows Movie Maker, chat with friends in real time anywhere in the World with Windows Messenger and Outlook Express allows you to send and recieve email with ease.

For peace of mind the new Security Centre includes a built in firewall, pop-up blocker and spyware scanner and should you get into trouble you can allways roll back to an earlier point with System Restore. Once you have connected your computer to the Internet using the Network Setup Wizard you’ll be able to surf the Web, take part in online communites, play multiplayer games and keep your system up to date with Automatic Updates.

With this free distribution version of the popular AVG Anti-Virus system, you will get a reliable tool for your computer protection against computer viruses. It features automatic update functionality, Resident Shield, which provides real-time protection as files are opened and programs are run, E-mail Scanner, which protects your e-mail, On-Demand Scanner, which allows the user to perform scheduled and manual tests, Free Virus Database Updates for the lifetime of the product and Virus Vault for safe handling of infected files.

Unless deselected or superseded by an alternative backup solution, we will configure the Windows Backup application for optimal performance based on your system’s specification, configuration and usage. Depending on the Operating System installed and other factors, a typical configuration would create a master image once a week with daily updates of changed files to an external storage device. The Windows Backup application features great integration with the Windows Operating System, files can be restored or backed up from within Windows Explorer and is suitable for most user’s needs.

Once your system is ready for dispatch it is collected from our premises and delivered free of charge by City Link Next Day delivery. Specific delivery times can be chosen by selecting the appropriate choice during the place order process. Customers can also track their delivery using the City Link Website.

Founded in 1969, Initial City Link pioneered the introduction of Same Day and Next Morning door-to-door delivery services nationwide. They have since grown to become one of the largest and most successful express delivery companies in the UK. Providing value-added services through high quality processes, innovative systems and responsive customer services.

When you purchase your system from Microbuild you’ll benefit from the piece of mind that comes from knowing that your investment is covered by the original manufacturer’s warranty not a third party one year replacement. This means that you will receive the best level of support, full access to product updates and comprehensive warranty cover from a minimum of one year right up to lifetime.

In the unlikely event that your system develops a problem just inform us via telephone or email and if it is determined that an item is faulty and within its warranty period we will arrange collection and dispatch a replacement or rectify the fault, and because we retain all original purchase orders there’s no need to provide reciepts, just your customer details.

For more information please refer to our Returns Policy.

Most system builders install the operating system using quick and dirty cloning or unattended installation methods which presents the user with a standardised, one size fits all Windows environment. Moreover, users will discover when it’s too late that they could be missing vital installation CDs, end user license keys or both!

When you purchase your system from Microbuild not only is the operating system hand installed, updated, tuned and personalised (see Themes and Performance for more information) but you will also receive a full, original and authentic Windows™ Operating System CD and end user license key so you can be confident of product authenticity and are able to reinstall your operating system in the future.

A Microbuild system not only out performs others, they look and sound fantastic too. Standard Windows™ XP installations only include one theme with three colour variations and are locked so that new themes can’t be added. Our XP based systems are supplied with a selection of the best themes available and are unlocked so you can customise your boot screen, login screen and desktop to suite your own style. We also include unique sound themes so you can truly make your Windows™ XP environment your own.

Not all computers are built the same way, the specifications may appear similar but system performance can vary by a significant degree due to inferior components, compatibility issues, poor build quality, outdated software installation, cursory testing and little or no customisation.

At Microbuild we believe that quality is the key to a superior design so we select the best components available and profile each build for compatibility, stability, performance and features. Afterall, you wouldn’t fit a budget exhaust system to a Formula One engine would you? After assembly and testing we update and tune the BIOS to provide the best foundation for your Operating System which is installed, updated, customised and fully optimised, all by hand not cloned or unattended-installation. All software drivers and firmware updates are applied with the same attention to detail before further tuning your system.

We all need a little help from time to time so rest assured that when you do, we’ll be here. Microbuild offers a range of support solutions including...

User FORUMS which allow you to share, read and request help or information from other users, customers and Microbuild.

Our LIVE SUPPORT system allows you to type questions and receive answers from a Microbuild representitive in realtime.

You can add Microbuild to your Windows Messenger™ contact list and with your permission we can work directly on your Microbuild PC using Remote Assistance. Each Microbuild system is supplied with clear instructions, a personalised backup image so that it can be restored to its original configuration and access to exclusive website content.