First time Gaming PC Builder - Need your Help!

Hey everyone, I have decided to try and build my first ever computer and could use all of your help! There are a few notes before you read however:

1) I am a newbie at this so I won't know much about certain hardware and their qualities

2) I am in CANADA, so some US stores don't deliver up here.

3) The prices I have are in CAN $$$, so it will probably be more expensive than those in USA.

I made a post earlier and have received some recommendations. Also, by reading some guides, I have selected the following parts:

Case: COOLER MASTER HAF 922

Motherboard: ASUS P6X58D Premium LGA 1366 Intel X58 SATA 6Gb/s USB 3.0 ATX Intel Motherboard

CPU: Intel Core i7-930

Video Card: GeForce GTX 470 (Fermi)

Hard Drive: Western Digital VelociRaptor WD1500HLFS 150GB 10000 RPM 16MB Cache SATA 3.0Gb/s 3.5" Internal Hard Drive -Bare Drive

Memory: CORSAIR XMS3 6GB (3 x 2GB) 240-Pin DDR3 SDRAM DDR3 1600 (PC3 12800) Desktop Memory Model CMX6GX3M3C1600C7

Power Supply: CORSAIR CMPSU-850TX 850W ATX12V 2.2 / EPS12V 2.91 SLI Ready CrossFire Ready Active PFC Power Supply

Others:

CD/DVD Drive: ASUS Black 24X DVD+R 8X DVD+RW 12X DVD+R DL 24X DVD-R 6X DVD-RW 12X DVD-RAM 16X DVD-ROM 48X CD-R 32X CD-RW 48X CD-ROM 2MB Cache SATA 24X DVD Burner - Bulk - OEM

OS: Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit 1-Pack for System Builders - OEM

Monitor: ASUS VH222H Black 21.5" 5ms HDMI Widescreen 16:9 Full HD 1080P LCD Monitor Built in Speakers 300 cd/m2 1000:1 (ASCR20000:1) w/ SPDIF out

So I hope everything is compatible with each other and that the parts I selected are good. I was wondering if the HD I selected was any good (150GB is a bit small, but I could always add another HD right?).

My budget is less than $2000. I will use the computer for gaming (Starcraft 2, some MMORPGS and maybe some FPS), as well as watching videos and doing regular work. Hope you guys can help!

Replace CPU with i7 930 and be sure change to the appropiate mobo as well. It's too late here for me to make a more in depth post, so I'll leave it at that...

Where are you buying these parts from? They're way cheaper at newegg.ca

Newegg.Ca and amazon.com has the best prices so use both, now let's get down to things.

First off go with an i7 system seeing your budget a i7 930, secondly I really doubt you need a full tower case, I'd honestly get a 480GTX just for the added features nvidia gives, and you need to get a LGA 1336 (this is very important do not get a 1156 socket mobo with that CPU) and remember to get tri channel RAM as well.

The mobo cpu and GPU are going to set you back the most so just be wary of that but the system should come out at about 1350. w/o monitor.

secondly I really doubt you need a full tower case,.

Espada12

Also maybe save 100 dollars and get a gtx460 instead of the 5850. Just get an SLi motherboard and go sli in future.

Where are you buying these parts from? They're way cheaper at

RobboElRobbo

Newegg.Ca and amazon.com has the best prices so use both, now let's get down to things.

First off go with an i7 system seeing your budget a i7 930, secondly I really doubt you need a full tower case, I'd honestly get a 480GTX just for the added features nvidia gives, and you need to get a LGA 1336 (this is very important do not get a 1156 socket mobo with that CPU) and remember to get tri channel RAM as well.

The mobo cpu and GPU are going to set you back the most so just be wary of that but the system should come out at about 1350. w/o monitor.

Espada12

[QUOTE="Espada12"]

secondly I really doubt you need a full tower case,.

keiblerfan69

Ok for the cases.

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811119160&cm_re=coolmaster_haf-_-11-119-160-_-Product

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811119197&cm_re=coolmaster_haf-_-11-119-197-_-Product

The second link should be the mid tower case and the first one should be the older model of the full tower case you are looking at.

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813131614

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813131621

Ok look at the name in the first link and go under specifications if you will you see socket LGA 1366? Right those are the boards you should be looking at. Now check the second one.. it says 1156... the CPU - the i7 930 will only work with the 1366.

Now tri channel ram.

Tri channel ram first off is DDR3. So when you are searching only look for DDR3 memory.

Secondly Tri channel Ram is always divisible by 3 and comes in triplets

Here's some examples

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820227365&cm_re=Tri_channel-_-20-227-365-_-Product

Tri channel

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820104141

Dual channel.

So yea if you have any more questions feel free.

Ok for the cases.

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811119160&cm_re=coolmaster_haf-_-11-119-160-_-Product

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811119197&cm_re=coolmaster_haf-_-11-119-197-_-Product

The second link should be the mid tower case and the first one should be the older model of the full tower case you are looking at.

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813131614

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813131621

Ok look at the name in the first link and go under specifications if you will you see socket LGA 1366? Right those are the boards you should be looking at. Now check the second one.. it says 1156... the CPU - the i7 930 will only work with the 1366.

Now tri channel ram.

Tri channel ram first off is DDR3. So when you are searching only look for DDR3 memory.

Secondly Tri channel Ram is always divisible by 3 and comes in triplets

Here's some examples

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820227365&cm_re=Tri_channel-_-20-227-365-_-Product

Tri channel

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820104141

Dual channel.

So yea if you have any more questions feel free.

Espada12

He's Canadian :P

Oh sorry I should have gone on newegg.ca ;o

get this, this, this and this instead.smc91352

yes yes definetely and no.. get this instead

http://www.newegg.ca/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814121383&Tpk=asus%20gtx%20465

then unlock it (theres a guide at en.expreview.com) to make it into a 470 tada i just owned ANY gtx 460 with a factory oc :P

To the TC,

I read through your previous thread and this one, and find it funny because, just last week, I was in the EXACT same situation as you. Literally. For starters, I was thinking of making the jump from console gaming to PC gaming, and was looking into buying a pre-built gaming PC. As far as I was concerned, this was the only way to go about it, as I had no idea that building my own would be an option. However, it did not take long for the latter concept to be brought to my attention, and I started looking into it. Like you, I was very skeptical at first. I mean, I hardly knew the difference between a CPU and GPU, let alone all the other seemingly complicated components needed, so the task of actually buying all the parts needed to build my own PC and then putting it all together was very daunting, to say the least. But, because I knew I would save so much money, I continued looking into it, and the more I researched it, the more I started to consider the idea.

Then, like you, I created a topic on this board asking for help and how to go about purchasing all the parts required. It was at this point that I discovered Newegg, and for the next four days, I spent a ton of time researching all the different components needed along with their specs and asking a ton of questions. Also, like you, I gave myself a maximum budget of $2000, and, just for the record, I'm Canadian as well, which means everything for us is a bit more expensive.

Skip ahead to yesterday morning when I finally ordered everything. As I somewhat expected before committing to building my own PC, I went over my budget cap. The cost of the actual computer is a bit under $2200, and the final cost of everything, and I mean EVERYTHING, came out to $2500 exactly (this includes the monitor, keyboard, mouse, and headset). That said, I am very confident and happy with alll the choices I made, and cannot wait for everything to finally get shipped to my place. I am also happy that I decided to take the path of building my own computer instead of buying a pre-built one because of how much I learnt.

http://www.gamespot.com/pages/forums/show_msgs.php?topic_id=27380778

So, I highly recommend that you take a look at this thread, if not read through all of it, because of how much helpful information it contains and because of how similar both of our situations are.

Also, my final build is as such:

-

CASE- Cooler Master HAF 922 Mid Tower

MOTHERBOARD- Asus P6X58D LGA 1366

CPU- Intel Core i7-930 2.8 GHz

GPU- Asus Geforce GTX 480

SSD(not required)- Intel X25-V 40GB

HARD DRIVE- Western Digital AV-GP 500GB

RAM- Corsair XMS3 6GB (3x2GB) DDR3 1600

PSU- Antec TruePower TP-750 750W

UPS(optional)- CyberPower 1350 VA 810W

OPTICAL DRIVE- Asus DRW-24B1ST DVD burner/drive

COOLING FAN- Cooler Master Hyper N 520 CPU cooler

OS- Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit

-

If you were to use my build as a base, you could lower the price by maybe downgrading a few things and simply drop the SSD and/or UPS. That way, you can easily stay under your $2000 cap for the computer itself, and even have enough left over to get yourself a decent monitor, keyboard/mouse, and speakers. Really hope this helps, as I completely understand your situation.

Also, keep in mind that the final prices I gave include all tax and shipping/handling costs. And, in case you're interested, I bought my monitor and other accessories at Futureshop.

Also, keep in mind that the final prices I gave include all tax and shipping/handling costs. And, in case you're interested, I bought my monitor and other accessories at Futureshop.

Halak41

Yeah, I wouldn't even go buy anything at Futureshop. You can get a nice Asus monitor on Newegg for like 150 bucks (CDN). Hell, my first monitor was 109.99 (19"). :P EVERYTHING is better at newegg. :D

Ok for the cases.

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811119160&cm_re=coolmaster_haf-_-11-119-160-_-Product

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811119197&cm_re=coolmaster_haf-_-11-119-197-_-Product

The second link should be the mid tower case and the first one should be the older model of the full tower case you are looking at.

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813131614

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813131621

Ok look at the name in the first link and go under specifications if you will you see socket LGA 1366? Right those are the boards you should be looking at. Now check the second one.. it says 1156... the CPU - the i7 930 will only work with the 1366.

Now tri channel ram.

Tri channel ram first off is DDR3. So when you are searching only look for DDR3 memory.

Secondly Tri channel Ram is always divisible by 3 and comes in triplets

Here's some examples

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820227365&cm_re=Tri_channel-_-20-227-365-_-Product

Tri channel

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820104141

Dual channel.

So yea if you have any more questions feel free.

Espada12

Thanks a bunch. I searched the same exact cases on newegg.ca. I have chosen the COOLER MASTER HAF 932 Full Tower Computer Case for now because it looks cool, more fans, and I don't mind the size. If I go over my budget, then I will for sure just settle for the Mid Tower HAF 922.

To the TC,

I read through your previous thread and this one, and find it funny because, just last week, I was in the EXACT same situation as you. Literally. For starters, I was thinking of making the jump from console gaming to PC gaming, and was looking into buying a pre-built gaming PC. As far as I was concerned, this was the only way to go about it, as I had no idea that building my own would be an option. However, it did not take long for the latter concept to be brought to my attention, and I started looking into it. Like you, I was very skeptical at first. I mean, I hardly knew the difference between a CPU and GPU, let alone all the other seemingly complicated components needed, so the task of actually buying all the parts needed to build my own PC and then putting it all together was very daunting, to say the least. But, because I knew I would save so much money, I continued looking into it, and the more I researched it, the more I started to consider the idea.

Then, like you, I created a topic on this board asking for help and how to go about purchasing all the parts required. It was at this point that I discovered Newegg, and for the next four days, I spent a ton of time researching all the different components needed along with their specs and asking a ton of questions. Also, like you, I gave myself a maximum budget of $2000, and, just for the record, I'm Canadian as well, which means everything for us is a bit more expensive.

Skip ahead to yesterday morning when I finally ordered everything. As I somewhat expected before committing to building my own PC, I went over my budget cap. The cost of the actual computer is a bit under $2200, and the final cost of everything, and I mean EVERYTHING, came out to $2500 exactly (this includes the monitor, keyboard, mouse, and headset). That said, I am very confident and happy with alll the choices I made, and cannot wait for everything to finally get shipped to my place. I am also happy that I decided to take the path of building my own computer instead of buying a pre-built one because of how much I learnt.

http://www.gamespot.com/pages/forums/show_msgs.php?topic_id=27380778

So, I highly recommend that you take a look at this thread, if not read through all of it, because of how much helpful information it contains and because of how similar both of our situations are.

Also, my final build is as such:

-

CASE- Cooler Master HAF 922 Mid Tower

MOTHERBOARD- Asus P6X58D LGA 1366

CPU- Intel Core i7-930 2.8 GHz

GPU- Asus Geforce GTX 480

SSD(not required)- Intel X25-V 40GB

HARD DRIVE- Western Digital AV-GP 500GB

RAM- Corsair XMS3 6GB (3x2GB) DDR3 1600

PSU- Antec TruePower TP-750 750W

UPS(optional)- CyberPower 1350 VA 810W

OPTICAL DRIVE- Asus DRW-24B1ST DVD burner/drive

COOLING FAN- Cooler Master Hyper N 520 CPU cooler

OS- Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit

-

If you were to use my build as a base, you could lower the price by maybe downgrading a few things and simply drop the SSD and/or UPS. That way, you can easily stay under your $2000 cap for the computer itself, and even have enough left over to get yourself a decent monitor, keyboard/mouse, and speakers. Really hope this helps, as I completely understand your situation.

Halak41

Based on the recommendations here, the 480 GTX (or similar) seems like the GPU I should get. Any more recommendations?

Alright after some tedious research, I have come up with the following build:

Case: http://www.newegg.ca/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811119197

Motherboard: http://www.newegg.ca/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813131614

CPU: http://www.newegg.ca/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16819115225

Video Card: http://www.newegg.ca/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814130550

Hard Drive: http://www.newegg.ca/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16822136296

Memory: http://www.newegg.ca/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820145286

Power Supply: http://www.newegg.ca/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817139009

CD/DVD Drive: http://www.newegg.ca/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16827135204

OS: http://www.newegg.ca/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16832116754

Monitor: http://www.newegg.ca/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16824236053

So I hope everything is compatible with each other and that the parts I selected are good. I was wondering if the HD I selected was any good (150GB is a bit small, but I could always add another HD right?).

The total would come up to about $1,844 BEFORE the rebates or taxes/shipping charges. I would also have to buy a mouse/keyboard and a speaker system, but the majority of my expenses are building this computer.

What do you guys think about it? Any advice is welcome :)

Alright I reposted the build I made so it's easier to navigate

Case: COOLER MASTER HAF 922

Motherboard: ASUS P6X58D Premium LGA 1366 Intel X58 SATA 6Gb/s USB 3.0 ATX Intel Motherboard

CPU: Intel Core i7-930

Video Card: GeForce GTX 470 (Fermi)

Hard Drive: Western Digital VelociRaptor WD1500HLFS 150GB 10000 RPM 16MB Cache SATA 3.0Gb/s 3.5" Internal Hard Drive -Bare Drive

Memory: CORSAIR XMS3 6GB (3 x 2GB) 240-Pin DDR3 SDRAM DDR3 1600 (PC3 12800) Desktop Memory Model CMX6GX3M3C1600C7

Power Supply: CORSAIR CMPSU-850TX 850W ATX12V 2.2 / EPS12V 2.91 SLI Ready CrossFire Ready Active PFC Power Supply

Others:

CD/DVD Drive: ASUS Black 24X DVD+R 8X DVD+RW 12X DVD+R DL 24X DVD-R 6X DVD-RW 12X DVD-RAM 16X DVD-ROM 48X CD-R 32X CD-RW 48X CD-ROM 2MB Cache SATA 24X DVD Burner - Bulk - OEM

OS: Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit 1-Pack for System Builders - OEM

Monitor: ASUS VH222H Black 21.5" 5ms HDMI Widescreen 16:9 Full HD 1080P LCD Monitor Built in Speakers 300 cd/m2 1000:1 (ASCR20000:1) w/ SPDIF out

This totals to $1,850 BEFORE shipping/taxes, and before buying a speaker system and a mouse/keyboard.

Any advice is welcome, thanks!

Alright I reposted the build I made so it's easier to navigate

Case: COOLER MASTER HAF 922

Motherboard: ASUS P6X58D Premium LGA 1366 Intel X58 SATA 6Gb/s USB 3.0 ATX Intel Motherboard

CPU: Intel Core i7-930

Video Card: GeForce GTX 470 (Fermi)

Hard Drive: Western Digital VelociRaptor WD1500HLFS 150GB 10000 RPM 16MB Cache SATA 3.0Gb/s 3.5" Internal Hard Drive -Bare Drive

Memory: CORSAIR XMS3 6GB (3 x 2GB) 240-Pin DDR3 SDRAM DDR3 1600 (PC3 12800) Desktop Memory Model CMX6GX3M3C1600C7

Power Supply: CORSAIR CMPSU-850TX 850W ATX12V 2.2 / EPS12V 2.91 SLI Ready CrossFire Ready Active PFC Power Supply

Others:

CD/DVD Drive: ASUS Black 24X DVD+R 8X DVD+RW 12X DVD+R DL 24X DVD-R 6X DVD-RW 12X DVD-RAM 16X DVD-ROM 48X CD-R 32X CD-RW 48X CD-ROM 2MB Cache SATA 24X DVD Burner - Bulk - OEM

OS: Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit 1-Pack for System Builders - OEM

Monitor: ASUS VH222H Black 21.5" 5ms HDMI Widescreen 16:9 Full HD 1080P LCD Monitor Built in Speakers 300 cd/m2 1000:1 (ASCR20000:1) w/ SPDIF out

This totals to $1,850 BEFORE shipping/taxes, and before buying a speaker system and a mouse/keyboard.

Any advice is welcome, thanks!

arneezy21

All looks great man... if you're looking to cut costs you could get a way cheaper motherboard. You could also go with 4gb of ram (6gb is unnecessary in my opinion). That hard drive is ownage as well but don't you think 150gb is a tad small? You could get like a 2tb 7200rpm for that.

All looks great man... if you're looking to cut costs you could get a way cheaper motherboard. You could also go with 4gb of ram (6gb is unnecessary in my opinion). That hard drive is ownage as well but don't you think 150gb is a tad small? You could get like a 2tb 7200rpm for that.

RobboElRobbo

I could go for a cheaper motherboard, but newegg.ca has a combo deal that has both the CPU and MOBO in a package, saving me $20 :P.

I believe you, I do think 6GB of RAM is a lot, but the way I see it is: buy it now at 6GB so I won't have to upgrade at a later date.

Yup I do think that 150GB is a bit small. Is there a noticeable difference between 7200rpm and 10000rpm Hard Drives? If not, then I would love to go for a 2tb one that is similar in price.

Thanks for your help, I am planning to finalize everything and place my order soon.

[QUOTE="RobboElRobbo"]

All looks great man... if you're looking to cut costs you could get a way cheaper motherboard. You could also go with 4gb of ram (6gb is unnecessary in my opinion). That hard drive is ownage as well but don't you think 150gb is a tad small? You could get like a 2tb 7200rpm for that.

arneezy21

I could go for a cheaper motherboard, but newegg.ca has a combo deal that has both the CPU and MOBO in a package, saving me $20 :P.

I believe you, I do think 6GB of RAM is a lot, but the way I see it is: buy it now at 6GB so I won't have to upgrade at a later date.

Yup I do think that 150GB is a bit small. Is there a noticeable difference between 7200rpm and 10000rpm Hard Drives? If not, then I would love to go for a 2tb one that is similar in price.

Thanks for your help, I am planning to finalize everything and place my order soon.

There's combo deals for lots of CPUs and mobos, you just have to look around. Just go to any CPU then to combo deals and 'see all'. If it was me I would get a different mobo, one that is black and red so it looks cool in the HAF. :P And I have never owned a 10k rpm hard drive, but I know for a fact that their lifespan is a lot less, they're noisy and get real hot. I don't think you'll notice too much difference from a 7200.

[QUOTE="arneezy21"]

[QUOTE="RobboElRobbo"]

All looks great man... if you're looking to cut costs you could get a way cheaper motherboard. You could also go with 4gb of ram (6gb is unnecessary in my opinion). That hard drive is ownage as well but don't you think 150gb is a tad small? You could get like a 2tb 7200rpm for that.

RobboElRobbo

I could go for a cheaper motherboard, but newegg.ca has a combo deal that has both the CPU and MOBO in a package, saving me $20 :P.

I believe you, I do think 6GB of RAM is a lot, but the way I see it is: buy it now at 6GB so I won't have to upgrade at a later date.

Yup I do think that 150GB is a bit small. Is there a noticeable difference between 7200rpm and 10000rpm Hard Drives? If not, then I would love to go for a 2tb one that is similar in price.

Thanks for your help, I am planning to finalize everything and place my order soon.

There's combo deals for lots of CPUs and mobos, you just have to look around. Just go to any CPU then to combo deals and 'see all'. If it was me I would get a different mobo, one that is black and red so it looks cool in the HAF. :P And I have never owned a 10k rpm hard drive, but I know for a fact that their lifespan is a lot less, they're noisy and get real hot. I don't think you'll notice too much difference from a 7200.

Ah I did not even see all of those combo deals. I'll definetly take a look at all 10 pages now :P.

That's a good idea. A Red/Black Mobo would look sweet in the HAF case. 8) Hopefully they'll have a good combo package.

As for the Hard Drive, I guess I'll be going for a 7200 rpm then. Thanks!

Well the only combo deal with a Red/Black Mobo was: i7-930 + ASUS Rampage III.. But it was $140 more :(

And it seems the combo deals are tricking me into spending more money :P. I think I might just keep the CPU/Mobo I have now, although it won't look as cool.

Anyways, What do you think about this hard drive? Western Digital Caviar Black

It'll save me $50 or so.

Well the only combo deal with a Red/Black Mobo was: i7-930 + ASUS Rampage III.. But it was $140 more :(

And it seems the combo deals are tricking me into spending more money :P. I think I might just keep the CPU/Mobo I have now, although it won't look as cool.

Anyways, What do you think about this hard drive? Western Digital Caviar Black

It'll save me $50 or so.

arneezy21

There are no combo deals for other CPUs with a red mobo? And that hard drive looks pretty good.

[QUOTE="arneezy21"]

Well the only combo deal with a Red/Black Mobo was: i7-930 + ASUS Rampage III.. But it was $140 more :(

And it seems the combo deals are tricking me into spending more money :P. I think I might just keep the CPU/Mobo I have now, although it won't look as cool.

Anyways, What do you think about this hard drive? Western Digital Caviar Black

It'll save me $50 or so.

RobboElRobbo

There are no combo deals for other CPUs with a red mobo? And that hard drive looks pretty good.

The only one I have seen so far is that Rampage one. I'm still looking around for some other ones.

Alright I'll switch in that Hard Drive. Thanks!

Alright this is looking to be the final build. I switched the HD and changed the CD/DVD drive cause of compatibility issues.

Case: COOLER MASTER HAF 922

Motherboard: ASUS P6X58D Premium LGA 1366 Intel X58 SATA 6Gb/s USB 3.0 ATX Intel Motherboard

CPU: Intel Core i7-930

Video Card: GeForce GTX 470 (Fermi)

Hard Drive: Western Digital Caviar Black WD1002FAEX 1TB 7200 RPM 64MB Cache SATA 6.0Gb/s 3.5" Internal Hard Drive -Bare Drive

Memory: CORSAIR XMS3 6GB (3 x 2GB) 240-Pin DDR3 SDRAM DDR3 1600 (PC3 12800) Desktop Memory Model CMX6GX3M3C1600C7

Power Supply: CORSAIR CMPSU-850TX 850W ATX12V 2.2 / EPS12V 2.91 SLI Ready CrossFire Ready Active PFC Power Supply

Others:

CD/DVD Drive: Sony Optiarc Black 24X DVD+R 8X DVD+RW 12X DVD+R DL 24X DVD-R 6X DVD-RW 12X DVD-RAM 16X DVD-ROM 48X CD-R 32X CD-RW 48X CD-ROM 2MB Cache SATA CD/DVD Burner - OEM

OS: Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit 1-Pack for System Builders - OEM

Monitor: ASUS VH222H Black 21.5" 5ms HDMI Widescreen 16:9 Full HD 1080P LCD Monitor Built in Speakers 300 cd/m2 1000:1 (ASCR20000:1) w/ SPDIF out

This totals to $1974.33 including SHIPPING/TAXES, but before buying a speaker system and a mouse/keyboard.

I am hoping to get a bit more feedback before I order everything. Any advice is appreciated, thanks!

Do you guys recommend getting an extra fan for the side panel?

I was thinking about getting this one for $16: COOLER MASTER Megaflow 200 R4-LUS-07AR-GP 200mm Red LED Case Fan

Hey guys I also have a newbie question:

My GPU says the power connectors are 2 x 6 pin. But my PSU says the PCI Express connectors are 4 x 6 + 2-pins. Does that mean I can't use my GPU? Or are these two things totally unrelated?

I'm just going over all the specs and making sure everythings compatible :)

Do you guys recommend getting an extra fan for the side panel?

I was thinking about getting this one for $16: COOLER MASTER Megaflow 200 R4-LUS-07AR-GP 200mm Red LED Case Fan

arneezy21

Is the side panel of the HAF a 200mm? I'm not sure. Just make sure you get the right size. You don't need it though, HAF has plenty of cooling.

Hey guys I also have a newbie question:

My GPU says the power connectors are 2 x 6 pin. But my PSU says the PCI Express connectors are 4 x 6 + 2-pins. Does that mean I can't use my GPU? Or are these two things totally unrelated?

I'm just going over all the specs and making sure everythings compatible :)

arneezy21

It'll work.