New build

ETR3(SS) · 02-10-10, 08:13 PM

I'm finally building a new computer after 7 years and thought I'd run my build by some here for input/opinions/advice. This will be my 3rd self built comp. SO here's the link to my newegg wish list.

http://secure.newegg.com/WishList/Pu...umber=10441154

CaptainHaplo · 02-10-10, 08:35 PM

OK - your going rather large on the PS (planning on crossfire in the future?) - but stay away from Thermaltake.

Look into this one instead.

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16817702015

BFG makes a great PS - VERY solid, good with spikey power, and you can't beat a lifetime warranty - especially at 120 bucks cheaper. I use a 1000W in my machine and LOVE it!

I take it the 80G drive is for the OS, 300G for games? Is 300Gb's enough? Your spending money on the "speed" factor - but your probably not going to get your money's worth when you compare the limited size. You may want to consider a bigger drive - because 300Gb's won't hold that much nowadays....

I would be complaining over not getting OEM pricing on the OS since your building a complete system - but they dont offer OEM for single users looks like. Bummer.

All in all some great choices there. Keep an eye on temps once you start loading her down more. Have fun!

ETR3(SS) · 02-10-10, 08:51 PM

You've got my plans figured out pretty good. I am planning on going SLI sometime in the future, but figured all I need is one card to make it work for the moment. That PS looks good I think I'll swap those out then. Oh and I found an OEM for WIN7 Pro so I'll swap that out to lower costs as well. The hard drive I was really thinking about, would 300 be enough? For now yes, for later...? So I'll probably play it safe and up that to 1TB. Heat.

I underestimated heat on my first build, so that's been a major focus for this build.

Reece · 02-10-10, 09:15 PM

I just purchased this case, I fell in love with it (takes awhile for the full page to load):

http://www.zalman.com/ENG/product/Pr...ad.asp?Idx=349

FIREWALL · 02-10-10, 09:32 PM

Here's a case that will play hell with your budget.

http://www.tigerdirect.com/applicati...&Sku=T925-3022

Reece · 02-10-10, 10:09 PM

Boy is that ever is so ugly!! and only $800!

ETR3(SS) · 02-10-10, 10:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Reece

I just purchased this case, I fell in love with it (takes awhile for the full page to load):

http://www.zalman.com/ENG/product/Pr...ad.asp?Idx=349

That's a pretty nice case there too.

Quote:

Originally Posted by FIREWALL

Here's a case that will play hell with your budget.

http://www.tigerdirect.com/applicati...&Sku=T925-3022

I could buy a Wal Mart computer for that price!

ETR3(SS) · 02-21-10, 04:15 PM

Well it finally got here and it's all put together. I'll try to post some pics later today.

ETR3(SS) · 02-25-10, 03:21 PM

And here it is!

The inside:

Outside:

FIREWALL · 02-25-10, 03:30 PM

Sweet.

Should give you years of enjoyment.

Now... Lets talk about cable management.

ETR3(SS) · 02-25-10, 06:44 PM

Yeah I've got to work on that still. I've got plenty of zip ties that came with the case and Velcro zip ties that came with the PS.

Reece · 02-25-10, 07:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ETR3(SS)

Yeah I've got to work on that still. I've got plenty of zip ties that came with the case and Velcro zip ties that came with the PS.

Looks good but yes some cable ties wouldn't go astray to give it that finishing touch!

and yes I know, you just want to power it up and play!!!

02-10-10, 08:13 PM	#1
ETR3(SS) Ocean Warrior Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Between test depth and periscope depth Posts: 3,021 Downloads: 175 Uploads: 16	New build I'm finally building a new computer after 7 years and thought I'd run my build by some here for input/opinions/advice. This will be my 3rd self built comp. SO here's the link to my newegg wish list. http://secure.newegg.com/WishList/Pu...umber=10441154 __________________ USS Kentucky SSBN 737 (G) Comms Div 2003-2006 Qualified 19 November 03 Yes I was really on a submarine.

02-10-10, 08:35 PM	#2
CaptainHaplo Silent Hunter Join Date: Apr 2007 Posts: 4,404 Downloads: 29 Uploads: 0	OK - your going rather large on the PS (planning on crossfire in the future?) - but stay away from Thermaltake. Look into this one instead. http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16817702015 BFG makes a great PS - VERY solid, good with spikey power, and you can't beat a *lifetime* warranty - especially at 120 bucks cheaper. I use a 1000W in my machine and LOVE it! I take it the 80G drive is for the OS, 300G for games? Is 300Gb's enough? Your spending money on the "speed" factor - but your probably not going to get your money's worth when you compare the limited size. You may want to consider a bigger drive - because 300Gb's won't hold that much nowadays.... I would be complaining over not getting OEM pricing on the OS since your building a complete system - but they dont offer OEM for single users looks like. Bummer. All in all some great choices there. Keep an eye on temps once you start loading her down more. Have fun! __________________ Good Hunting! Captain Haplo

02-10-10, 08:51 PM	#3
ETR3(SS) Ocean Warrior Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Between test depth and periscope depth Posts: 3,021 Downloads: 175 Uploads: 16	You've got my plans figured out pretty good. I am planning on going SLI sometime in the future, but figured all I need is one card to make it work for the moment. That PS looks good I think I'll swap those out then. Oh and I found an OEM for WIN7 Pro so I'll swap that out to lower costs as well. The hard drive I was really thinking about, would 300 be enough? For now yes, for later...? So I'll probably play it safe and up that to 1TB. Heat. I underestimated heat on my first build, so that's been a major focus for this build. __________________ USS Kentucky SSBN 737 (G) Comms Div 2003-2006 Qualified 19 November 03 Yes I was really on a submarine.

02-10-10, 09:15 PM	#4
Reece CINC Pacific Fleet Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Down Under Posts: 32,811 Downloads: 171 Uploads: 0	I just purchased this case, I fell in love with it (takes awhile for the full page to load): http://www.zalman.com/ENG/product/Pr...ad.asp?Idx=349 __________________ *Sub captains go down with their ship!*

02-10-10, 09:32 PM	#5
FIREWALL Eternal Patrol Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: CATALINA IS. SO . CAL USA Posts: 10,108 Downloads: 511 Uploads: 0	Here's a case that will play hell with your budget. http://www.tigerdirect.com/applicati...&Sku=T925-3022 __________________ RIP FIREWALL I Play GWX. Silent Hunter Who ???

02-10-10, 10:09 PM	#6
Reece CINC Pacific Fleet Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Down Under Posts: 32,811 Downloads: 171 Uploads: 0	Boy is that ever is so ugly!! and only $800! __________________ *Sub captains go down with their ship!*

02-21-10, 04:15 PM	#8
ETR3(SS) Ocean Warrior Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Between test depth and periscope depth Posts: 3,021 Downloads: 175 Uploads: 16	Well it finally got here and it's all put together. I'll try to post some pics later today. __________________ USS Kentucky SSBN 737 (G) Comms Div 2003-2006 Qualified 19 November 03 Yes I was really on a submarine.

02-25-10, 03:21 PM	#9
ETR3(SS) Ocean Warrior Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Between test depth and periscope depth Posts: 3,021 Downloads: 175 Uploads: 16	And here it is! The inside: Outside: __________________ USS Kentucky SSBN 737 (G) Comms Div 2003-2006 Qualified 19 November 03 Yes I was really on a submarine.

02-25-10, 03:30 PM	#10
FIREWALL Eternal Patrol Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: CATALINA IS. SO . CAL USA Posts: 10,108 Downloads: 511 Uploads: 0	Sweet. Should give you years of enjoyment. Now... Lets talk about cable management. __________________ RIP FIREWALL I Play GWX. Silent Hunter Who ???

02-25-10, 06:44 PM	#11
ETR3(SS) Ocean Warrior Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Between test depth and periscope depth Posts: 3,021 Downloads: 175 Uploads: 16	Yeah I've got to work on that still. I've got plenty of zip ties that came with the case and Velcro zip ties that came with the PS. __________________ USS Kentucky SSBN 737 (G) Comms Div 2003-2006 Qualified 19 November 03 Yes I was really on a submarine.