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I'm planning on using this computer for multimedia and productivity. I'm trying to build it in a way that if I ever want to game on it, all I will need is a couple more fans and a graphics card. I have no interest in overclocking or using crossfire in the future. I need to know if the motherboard has sound and/or wireless internet built in, as this is my main confusion. Also, any advice would be great. Do you think I'm on the right track? By the way, I know the storage is small, but I'm fine with that for now, so no need to suggest more.

CPU: Intel Core i5-4570 3.2GHz Quad-Core Processor ($188.67 @ Amazon)

Motherboard: ASRock B85M Micro ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($78.98 @ SuperBiiz)

Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws X Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($66.99 @ Newegg)

Storage: Crucial M4 128GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($89.99 @ Microcenter)

Case: Antec Eleven Hundred ATX Full Tower Case ($64.99 @ NCIX US)

Power Supply: Corsair CX 500W 80 PLUS Bronze Certified ATX12V Power Supply ($34.99 @ Newegg)

Optical Drive: Asus DRW-24B1ST/BLK/B/AS DVD/CD Writer ($18.48 @ Outlet PC)

Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8 (OEM) (64-bit) ($88.88 @ Outlet PC)
Total: $631.97
 
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Well u should get a cpu cooler,it is essential and would keep the system cooler under stress.The motherboard does come with sound drivers and integrated sound controller,did u mean that? u can use two monitors if ur mobo has a dvi and a vga or both dvi/both vga ports.but if u are working on multimedia u would be needing a decent gpu(graphics card).how much is the total after adding the above parts?
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hmm, how much are u willing to spend for a graphics card(gpu)?for case fans,3-4 would be enough.
What about the cpu cooler? try to get a CM Hyper 212 EVO.
Tell me your budget and i would be able to help you more accurately.
 
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Well right now I don't plan on getting a graphics card. I would be getting something in the gt 760-770 range and thats out of the budget right now. I also am not positive I'll will end up using this as a gaming machine, so I'm not concerned with that yet. As for the cpu cooler, I figured I could just use the stock for now while I'm doing no gaming, and grab an aftermarket cooler later, right? My budget is sitting around 800 including monitor and peripherals. So, as you can see, I've pretty much hit budget. Right now, my main concern is that a) did I pick a respectable selection of budget parts for the type of build I want b) what am I missing to connect to wireless internet c) does the motherboard come with sound? Oh and one more thing, with what I have will I be able to run two monitors if I ever feel inclined to splurge for that?
 
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Well u should get a cpu cooler,it is essential and would keep the system cooler under stress.The motherboard does come with sound drivers and integrated sound controller,did u mean that? u can use two monitors if ur mobo has a dvi and a vga or both dvi/both vga ports.but if u are working on multimedia u would be needing a decent gpu(graphics card).how much is the total after adding the above parts?
 
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This is the updated build with the wireless adapter and the cpu cooler.

PCPartPicker part list: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/1AeEz
Price breakdown by merchant: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/1AeEz/by_merchant/
Benchmarks: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/1AeEz/benchmarks/

CPU: Intel Core i5-4570 3.2GHz Quad-Core Processor ($188.67 @ Amazon)

CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler ($24.98 @ Outlet PC)

Motherboard: ASRock B85M Micro ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($78.98 @ SuperBiiz)

Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws X Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($69.99 @ Newegg)

Storage: Crucial M4 128GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($89.99 @ Microcenter)

Wireless Network Adapter: Rosewill RNX-N180UBE 802.11b/g/n USB 2.0 Wi-Fi Adapter ($17.85 @ Amazon)

Case: Antec Eleven Hundred ATX Full Tower Case ($64.99 @ NCIX US)

Power Supply: Corsair CX 500W 80 PLUS Bronze Certified ATX12V Power Supply ($34.99 @ Newegg)

Optical Drive: Asus DRW-24B1ST/BLK/B/AS DVD/CD Writer ($18.48 @ Outlet PC)

Operating System: Microsoft Windows 8 (OEM) (64-bit) ($88.88 @ Outlet PC)

Total: $677.80


 
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Yeah nice build,now do u want to add a GPU? you would definitely need that.
But you have to get the monitor,that will extend the budget upto 800$. So,you cannot get a gpu,don't worry u would be somewhat fine with Intel's HD graphics.:)
 
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