Nero.Jacinth Posted October 19, 2005 Posted October 19, 2005 I am planning to build the computer in my sig soon, and I was just wondering if anyone sees any problems or concerns that I should fix before I order everything. Any advice and help is greatly appreciated. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
fps_shawn Posted October 19, 2005 Posted October 19, 2005 ^looks pretty good man. nice parts. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nero.Jacinth Posted October 19, 2005 Posted October 19, 2005 Thanks. I have been researching for close to two months now and these parts seem to be the best for my budget and me. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikeohara Posted October 19, 2005 Posted October 19, 2005 I'm gonna do the same thing with the parts below in my sig soon. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
aikenben Posted October 19, 2005 Posted October 19, 2005 Haha wow, nice setups you two! Got use for nearly 2 terabytes, mikeohara? If it were me (yeah yeah, just my opinion), I'd run a Raptor or two instead of one or two of those Maxtor drives for just the OS and games. They're considerably faster, and judging by the videocards you're getting, it might be a good idea. Just my personal thoughts though.. I'd want more than a 535w PSU for running SLi. With all those drives and 2 videocards, I'd be surprised to see 535 powering it all in a STABLE manner... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
rldolph79 Posted October 19, 2005 Posted October 19, 2005 Everything looks great. Just make sure you have plenty of ventilation, because that's gonna be one hot son of a classy lady. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nero.Jacinth Posted October 19, 2005 Posted October 19, 2005 Lol. Yeah that is one of the problems I am concerned about; the case not having enough airlfow. And also; if anyone thinks that I should use a different CPU HSF, just let me know what you think ( Money is not an issue, but below 100 is preferable). Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
e to the x Posted October 19, 2005 Posted October 19, 2005 My god how much is that thing going to cost you? gotta be upwards of 2 or 3 grand...yikessss Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nero.Jacinth Posted October 19, 2005 Posted October 19, 2005 Yup, close to 4 grand. I figured up about $3650 for the base and 200-300 for the extra stuff. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yankee Posted October 19, 2005 Posted October 19, 2005 4 grand?!? WOW, I wish I had that kinda money layin around. I'm jealous! Not to say my rig is cheap, but you obviously topped me. haha 4GB of RAM? Quite a bit I must say. What do you plan on doing w/ this rig if you don't mind me asking? Also, if you think ventilation will be a problem w/ current cases on the market I would suggest building your own. If not, there are plenty of well ventilated cases that you could easily mod. Maybe throw a few 120's on the side or top. Just my opinion, but I really like your setup. Let us know how it runs! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
aikenben Posted October 19, 2005 Posted October 19, 2005 If you're concerned about ventilation, get a Lian-Li... You'll get a separate compartment for your barrage of HDDs, plus a nice fan to keep 'em cool. That is, assuming you get the newer 3 compartment model Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
demonR6 Posted October 19, 2005 Posted October 19, 2005 4GB of ram may be going waaaay overboard. Not many systems would take full advantage of 2GB and make it break a sweat unless you are doing some hardcore video editing etc.. BF2 happens to be one of those games where it matters and 2GB is necessary. You could save yourself a bunch of money by going with the 2GB. I would ask around to some of the more knowledgable individuals on the board about the performance of 4GB. Otherwise it looks like you have a top notch system on the drawing board. EDIT: also, make sure you have adequate ventilation for all that and a great big case.. all that gear in tight confines running hot would not be pleasant. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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