Hi maxx, yes I believe it can be done and yes you can bring one in for less that a $1000. You have a good start. Maybe An Inwin S500 ATX case/300w ps ($47.00), a Abit 133 Raid mobo etc. Bistro and Train will add some I'm sure.

Dodge, Try this.

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