Custom Mac Desktop Builds
CustoMac Mini 2011A lower power CustoMac mini-ITX build in a shoebox-sized case with integrated graphics and a dual-core CPU.
Size and quietness makes it a great HTPC. This is our best selling build!
CPU Intel Core i3-2105
Motherboard Gigabyte
GA-H67N-USB3-B3
Alternate Motherboard Gigabyte
GA-H61N-USB3
RAM CORSAIR 8GB DDR3
Case + Power Supply APEX MI-008 Mini-ITX
CustoMac Budget BuildA mATX midsized desktop build featuring budget-minded parts. Contains a dual-core CPU, mATX form factor,
and integrated graphics.
CPU Intel Core i3-2105
Motherboard Gigabyte
GA-Z68MA-D2H-B3
RAM CORSAIR 8GB DDR3
Custom Mac Desktop Builds
Case Cooler Master 341
Power Supply Corsair 430w
CustoMac Pro BuildsThese full sized ATX builds have quad-core CPUs, maxed out RAM, and lots of expandability. Well suited for any
demanding uses. We've also included a high-end graphics card.
CPU Intel Core i5-2500K
Motherboard Gigabyte
GA-Z68X-UD3H-B3
Graphics Card AMD Radeon HD 6850
Case Corsair Carbide Series 400R
RAM 16GB Corsair 1600Mhz DDR3
Power Supply Corsair 650watt
CustoMac Pro SSD BuildThis specialized high-end build features a mSATA slot on the board, which you can actually use as a system
drive if you get a compatible mSATA SSD.
Custom Mac Desktop Builds
CPU Intel Core i7-2600K
Motherboard Gigabyte
GA-Z68XP-UD3
Graphics Card AMD Radeon HD 6870
mSATA SSD 60GB OCZ Nocti Series SATA 3Gb/s
Case Corsair Carbide Series 400R
RAM 16GB Corsair 1600Mhz DDR3
Power Supply Corsair 650watt
Operating SystemThe world's most advanced operating system is available at a bargain price. Purchase Mac OS X Lion via the
Mac App Store, Apple.com, or any retail Apple Store location.
Mac OS X Lion Application Mac App Store
Mac OS X Lion USB Thumb Drive Apple.com
Graphics Cards
Custom Mac Desktop Builds
One of the most important components in a custom build is the graphics card. If you're building a CustoMac, it's
an especially tricky decision. Not only do you have to worry about what will be a good performer for the cost, but
you also have to be informed what is fully supported, and what is not. They may not be the most powerful or
newest cards available, however they are undoubtedly smart and safe options. Please note that older cards may
not be available, and that standard layout, or "reference design" cards are most compatible.
NVIDIA GeForce9400 GT
NVIDIA GeForce9500 GT
NVIDIA GeForce9600 GT
NVIDIA GeForce9800 GT(NO HDMI)
NVIDIA GeForceGT 210
Custom Mac Desktop Builds
NVIDIA GeForceGT 220
NVIDIA GeForceGT 240
NVIDIA GeForceGTS 250(NO HDMI)
NVIDIA GeForceGTX 260
NVIDIA GeForceGTX 275
NVIDIA GeForceGTX 285
Custom Mac Desktop Builds
NVIDIA GeForce GT 430
NVIDIA GeForceGTS 450
NVIDIA GeForceGTX 460
NVIDIA GeForceGTX 470
NVIDIA GeForceGTX 480
NVIDIA Quadro FX 4000 for Mac
Custom Mac Desktop Builds
NVIDIAQuadro FX 4800 for Mac
ATI Radeon HD 5570
ATI Radeon HD 5770
ATI Radeon HD 5850
ATI Radeon HD 5870
AMD Radeon HD 6670
Custom Mac Desktop Builds
AMD Radeon HD 6850
AMD Radeon HD 6870
MotherboardsThese Socket 1155 Z68 motherboards are all good choices with compatible audio, networking, and a range
of port options.
GigabyteGA-Z68A-D3H-B3
ATX, VGA, DVI, HDMI,USB 3.0
GigabyteGA-Z68M-D2H mATX, VGA, DVI, HDMI
GigabyteGA-Z68MA-D2H-B3
mATX, VGA, DVI, HDMI,USB 3.0
GigabyteGA-Z68MX-UD2H-B3
mATX, VGA, DVI, HDMI, DP,USB 3.0, eSATA,
GigabyteGA-Z68P-DS3 ATX, HDMI, eSATA
GigabyteGA-Z68X-UD3H-B3
ATX,VGA, DVI, HDMI, DP,USB 3.0
Custom Mac Desktop Builds
GigabyteGA-Z68X-UD7-B3
ATX, No Onboard Video,USB 3.0, eSATA, 2x PCIe x16
GigabyteGA-Z68XP-UD3
ATX, HDMI,mSATA, USB 3.0, FireWire
GigabyteGA-Z68XP-UD3-iSSD
ATX, HDMI,mSATA + SSD,USB 3.0, FireWire
Gigabyte GA-Z68XP-UD4
ATX, HDMI,USB 3.0, eSATA, FireWire
GigabyteGA-Z68XP-UD5
ATX, HDMIUSB 3.0, eSATA, FireWire
CPUsWe recommend Sandy Bridge Socket 1155 CPUs with HD 3000 integrated graphics, even if getting a separate
graphics card.
Intel Core i3-21053.1Ghz 2 Cores / 4 Threads
Intel Core i3-21253.3Ghz 2 Cores / 4 Threads
Intel Core i5-2405S2.5Ghz
4 Cores / 4 Threads, Turbo
Intel Core i5-2500K3.3Ghz
4 Cores / 4 Threads, TurboUnlocked for Overclocking
Custom Mac Desktop Builds
Intel Core i7-2600K3.4Ghz
4 Cores / 8 Threads, TurboUnlocked for Overclocking
Intel Core i7-2700K3.5Ghz
4 Cores / 8 Threads, TurboUnlocked for Overclocking
DrivesHard drives are unusually expensive right now, making SSDs a good bet for some users. If you have an
older drive to use with your build, it would be wise to hold off for a month or two. Choose a 1TB or less hard
drive if planning to use Chimera/Chameleon as your bootloader.
500GB Hitachi Deskstar
SATA 3Gb/s
500GB Seagate Barracuda
SATA 6Gb/s
1TB Seagate Barracuda
SATA 6Gb/s
60GB Corsair Force Series 3
SATA 6Gb/s
120GB Corsair Force Series 3
SATA 6Gb/s
240GB Corsair Force Series 3
SATA 6Gb/s
120GB OCZ Agility 3
SATA 6Gb/s
Custom Mac Desktop Builds
240GB OCZ Agility 3
SATA 6Gb/s
8GB USB Flash Drive
Optical Drive Sony Optiarc
Accessories
Apple Wired Keyboard
Apple Wireless Keyboard
Apple Magic Trackpad
Apple Magic Mouse
Jabra A320S USBBluetooth Adapter
Custom Mac Desktop Builds
Mini-PCIe to PCI-e Adapter(For Native Wifi Card)Broadcom Mini-PCIe Card Not Included
Special Thanks to TonyX86!
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