Things to remeber for a first time PC builder

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RebelliousPear

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I am ordering my parts for my gaming PC today, but before I did so, I wanted to ask if there's anything I should remember (as a beginner) while building, like tips or tricks or something.

Here are my parts: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/j8XBhM

Feel free to make suggestions for my build, although 1450$ is really my upper limit.
I felt the 780 was a good choice because I do a lot of 3D modeling/rendering and motion graphics. I will also be playing Battlefield, Bioshock, Watch Dogs, Crysis etc.
Thanks a ton for you help!
 
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Make sure you wear an anti static wristband. You may get unlucky and fry your motherboard if you're not careful. (Like I did) and the usual don't lose your screws, clean environment, etc.


And I would honestly get an ssd. No matter how small, the performance is so much better with it. Of not, that should be your next upgrade as that is your PC bottleneck.
 
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RCguitarist

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Having to wait an extra 15 seconds for windows to boot isn't that big of a deal to alot of people. Especially those on a budget. that 7200rpm HDD will still be fast.

As for your build:
1. GET RID OF THAT PSU! Thermaltake units are trash. Get a Seasonic or XFX PSU.
2. If you are not going to overclock, get a non-K version of that cpu and get an H97 motherboard.

For tips:
- be sure not to get any cpu thermal paste on the motherboard. A thin even coat on the top of the cpu is all you need.
- wear an anti static wristband and use an antistatic mat as well so you can have a static free surface to put things together on.
- Good cable management will help keep your pc cool by not blocking airflow.
- Use dust filters on your intake fans
 
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RebelliousPear

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Check, check, and check. I will be getting a SSD as a Birthday present, I just forgot to mention it.
 
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How much do anti static wristbands go for? I was planning on just doing the old tried and true method of touching the metal case every once and a while. Although I would think it shouldn't be too much of an issue considering I have hardwood floors.

 
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