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Old 07-30-2008, 03:27 PM   #1
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Please review my build

I am currently working on a build. Here is my list:

CPU: Intel Core 2 Quad Q9450 Retail
CPU cooler: Xigmatek 1283
Motherboard: GIGABYTE GA-EP45-DS3R LGA 775 Intel P45 ATX Intel Motherboard - Retail
GPU: SAPPHIRE 100243L Radeon HD 4870 512MB 256-bit GDDR5 PCI Express 2.0 x16 HDCP Ready CrossFire Supported Video Card - Retail
Memory: CORSAIR 4GB (2 x 2GB) 240-Pin DDR2 SDRAM DDR2 800 (PC2 6400) Dual Channel Kit Desktop Memory Model TWIN2X4096-6400C5 - Retail
Hard disk: Seagate Barracuda 7200.11 ST3750330AS 750GB 7200 RPM SATA 3.0Gb/s Hard Drive - OEM
Case: LIAN LI PC-60BPLUSII
Power: CORSAIR CMPSU-650TX 650W ATX12V / EPS12V Power Supply - Retail
DVD Burner: Samsung SH-S203N
Artic Silve 5 Thermal Compound

Would this work? Do you see any potential problem?

I may try to overclock this new system in a few months from now after the system is built and stable

Does the Xigmatek 1283 fit into the Lian-Li?

I also read about the HD 4870 can get pretty hot. Should I get a GPU cooler as well? Thanks
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Old 07-30-2008, 03:37 PM   #2
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Looks good.

Not sure if that cooler will fit. Might want to look at the thermalright ultima-90. Smaller then most, and does a better job then most too.

I would look at either an Asus or Lite-On dvd burner. Get a sata and retail version to get the software.

Seagate 7200.11 500gb sata drives are the sweet spot right now. You may want to look at depending on budget.

I wouldn't get a gpu cooler.

You might want to consider a q6600 if you want a quad and will overclock. They are quite a bit cheaper as well.

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