Yeah, I realize that.
That is a separate issue, but thanks.
CPU & GPU are primary concern and my starting point, the rest will follow.
Of course new Ram & Mobo selection/choice isnt a huge concern right now as I dont O/C.
I'm sure a new PSU & Cooler will follow.
Total budget will be probably be about $1000.
..and the board thats being replaced is a 478 - OMG!
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INTEL i5-2500K Sandy Bridge 3.3GHz LGA 1155 Quad-Core CPU --|-- EVGA GeForce GTX570 1280MB
GIGABYTE GA-Z68X-UD3-B3 Intel Z68 NorthBridge --|-- CORSAIR Vengeance 8GB (2 x 4GB) 240-Pin DDR3 PC1600 8-8-8-24 CL
CORSAIR Enthusiast CMPSU-650TX 650W PSU --|-- INTEL 510 Series (Elm Crest) SSDSC2MH120A2K5 2.5" 120GB SSD
SG 7200.12 500gb --|-- SG 7200.11 500gb --|-- SG 7200.10 250gb
LITE-ON LH-20A1L DVDRW Optical --|-- SAMSUNG 245BW 24" LCD
MS Natural Multimedia Ergo Keyboard --|-- MS Trackball Optical PS/2