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10-19-2009, 11:18 PM
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i7 Build, hows it check-out?
After a few weeks of research, I've decided to go with a 1366 socket on the X58 chipset to be 'future-proof', and have access to Hyperthreading, SLI/CFX Support, and Triple-Channel memory. This is the build I put together, wondering if I overlooked anything, I don't think so but can you guys confirm? I'll be ordering tomorrow if all looks good.
Also, it's been quite awhile since I've built a computer. Since I'm buying both a new PSU and MOBO, I should have all the SATA cables and stuff if I buy an OEM Harddrive and DVD Drive? I won't have to buy any extra stuff other than an 8pin and 24pin extension since I've heard the Antec 1200 is quite large, right? Here goes: MOBO: ASUS Rampage II Extreme CPU: Intel Core i7-920 RAM: Corsair XMS3 6GB (1333) HDD: WD Caviar Black 640GB - Also have a 74GB Raptor I'll be using in the build. GPU(s): Sapphire Radeon HD 5770 PSU: Corsair HX750W Heatsink: XIGMATEK Dark Knight - Using Arctic Silver 5 compound. Case: Antec 1200 I also picked up a copy of Vista 64 (with Win7 coupon), DVD Burner, Internal Card-Reader, and Monitor of my choice  .Thanks. Last edited by barch 88; 10-19-2009 at 11:22 PM. |
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10-20-2009, 02:02 AM
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The 750GB Caviar Black is only 5 bucks more.
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10-20-2009, 02:24 AM
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higher density = higher performance lower platter count = less noise/heat newer tech |
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10-20-2009, 08:31 AM
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Sounds like you got it all figured out!
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10-20-2009, 12:59 PM
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Good luck with the Rampage, I hope you are a skilled tweaker.
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10-20-2009, 04:03 PM
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Ordered it all, should be here Friday or Monday,
 . I got some different RAM though, some Dominator series, was a bit more money, but I saved a lot by doing combo deals, so I treated myself.glc- Yeah, been awhile since I've built a rig, but I love overclocking and tweaking. The Rampage seemed like a fully loaded board to do those types of things, and I hear good things about it with every review I've read. |
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