Building a gaming computer not sure if all of this is compatible.

Insinium · Jul 30, 2014

So I have never built a computer before and I want to build a Gaming Computer (Desktop) and I am not sure if all the stuff I am gonna buy is gonna work together so I need someone who knows to tell me if its all good, I also want a really good motherboard (Best of the best) I can't find one that I am sure of and if I am missing something please tell me, heres what I got so far:

Computer case- http://store.nzxt.com/PHANTOM-410-Mid-Tower-Case-Black-p/ca-ph410-b1.htm%22

Graphic Card- http://www.amazon.com/Sapphire-Radeon-PCI-Express-Graphics-21234-00-40G/dp/B00JS8JRHW/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1406697334&sr=1-1&keywords=sapphire+radeon+r9+295x2+8gb

Processor- http://www.amazon.com/Intel-Core-i5-4690K-Processor-BX80646I54690K/dp/B00KPRWB9G/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1406706132&sr=1-1&keywords=core+i5+4690k+processor

Ram- http://www.shop.ca/c/corsair-8gb-1600mhz-ddr3-dimm-CMX8GX3M2A1600C-21425573?gclid=Cj0KEQjwr-KeBRCMh92Ax9rNgJ8BEiQA1OVm-Kjghnm2arR96U_-TzVVJHo5LHyAA7zhTavBvpPQvaoaAgkn8P8HAQ

Cooling system- http://www.ncix.com/detail/corsair-cooling-hydro-series-h100i-32-77648.htm?gclid=Cj0KEQjwr-KeBRCMh92Ax9rNgJ8BEiQA1OVm-Nxk7cKuOHfPqmpT9APXfkC8ExZEd1-LhUKH_kpuz8oaAlnJ8P8HAQ

Hardrive- http://accessories.us.dell.com/sna/productdetail.aspx?c=ca&l=en&s=dhs&cs=cadhs1&sku=a6751402&ST=pla&dgc=ST&cid=31209&lid=4865078&acd=1230881384347400

I am also well aware I need the Windows Installation Disc.

danielcai · Jul 30, 2014

Insinium :

The website PCPartPicker is great for twiddling around with different configurations and seeing if everything works together, in terms of physical size and compatibility.

Just my 10 cents.

Good luck!

Insinium · Jul 30, 2014

What is the best motherboard to go? from what you have seen?

danielcai · Jul 30, 2014

Insinium :

I'm not too experienced with the really good components, but I'd say for your CPU (i5 4690K), which is overclockable, a Z97 motherboard is a MUST. Only these motherboards can overclock and they ARE the best of the best. But I think you'd be better off consulting someone here that specialises in motherboards for the specifics.

Insinium · Jul 30, 2014

danielcai :

Well what about dvd drive? I couldn't find one that seemed like it would fit my case for the computer.

prit87 · Jul 30, 2014

get a 750 - 800 watt psu from seasonic ........http://www.amazon.com/XFX-Edition-Modular-Certified-P1850BBEFX/dp/B00B88Z0LM/ref=sr_1_9?ie=UTF8&qid=1406710455&sr=8-9&keywords=800+watt+psu

and this the best board i can find see if it pleases u ......http://www.amazon.com/Asus-Rampage-IV-Edition-Motherboard/dp/B00GIZ3APS/ref=sr_1_34?ie=UTF8&qid=1406710357&sr=8-34&keywords=z97+motherboard

Insinium · Jul 30, 2014

Did a bit of scoping around for a better PSU that one doesn't seem so "High Quality", but I will take your advice on the Motherboard (Hopefully it works all fine and dandy cause the reviews some were insanely happy some weren't.

Insinium · Jul 30, 2014

http://www.ncix.com/detail/corsair-tx850-850w-atx-12v-8a-58383.htm?gclid=Cj0KEQjwr-KeBRCMh92Ax9rNgJ8BEiQA1OVm-LPlYGD9U2CstBfNHB2Luu5aD8LA97cX_AfvjEaRaHoaAidy8P8HAQ

prit87 · Jul 30, 2014

Insinium :

here is a good psu for u ...
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817151111&cm_re=SeaSonic_SS-860XP2-_-17-151-111-_-Product

Insinium · Jul 30, 2014

prit87 :

Insinium :

here is a good psu for u ...
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817151111&cm_re=SeaSonic_SS-860XP2-_-17-151-111-_-Product

Thats a processor I already have one.

danielcai · Jul 30, 2014

Insinium :

That looks like it's OK. Do you want a modular PSU? The Seasonic PSUs are pretty good. For that high of a wattage, modular cabling and gold efficiency is a must, especially if you're overclocking and because you're running that insanely *awesome* graphics card!

As for the motherboard suggested, that is NOT compatible! X series motherboards are for a different type of socket! You must get something with a Z or H or B (Z is best).
If you want THE best of the best, I'd suggest something like the Gigabyte G1 series or the MSI Gaming 9 AC.

For DVD drives, I'm not too sure what will fit in your case.

I've made for you a PCPartPicker list that has all of your components.
http://pcpartpicker.com/p/yDM923

You will need to remove some drive bays from the 410 to be able to fit your GPU.
You should probably wait for a few more opinions from experts.

danielcai · Jul 30, 2014

Insinium :

prit87 :

Thats a processor I already have one.

That's a Power Supply... :heink:

danielcai · Jul 30, 2014

prit87 :

That's for the LGA2011 socket, Insinium has an i5 4690K, which uses the LGA1150 socket. COMPLETELY DIFFERENT!

prit87 · Jul 30, 2014

Insinium :

prit87 :

Thats a processor I already have one.

processor ????? :O

Insinium · Jul 30, 2014

prit87 :

Insinium :

processor ????? :O

CPU=Central Processing Unit "Processing" aka Processor. PSU= Power Supply Unit, you said here is a PSU for you and in the thing it said CPU lol.

Insinium · Jul 30, 2014

danielcai :

Oh nvm my bad I only saw CPU I didn't think he would send me another one considering I said I had one :pt1cable:

Insinium · Jul 30, 2014

http://www.ncix.com/detail/corsair-tx850-850w-atx-12v-8a-58383.htm?gclid=Cj0KEQjwr-KeBRCMh92Ax9rNgJ8BEiQA1OVm-LPlYGD9U2CstBfNHB2Luu5aD8LA97cX_AfvjEaRaHoaAidy8P8HAQ

People were saying its High quality so.

prit87 · Jul 30, 2014

Insinium :

prit87 :

CPU=Central Processing Unit "Processing" aka Processor. PSU= Power Supply Unit, you said here is a PSU for you and in the thing it said CPU lol.

opps sorry the psu was for someone else

i mistakenly posted it here

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