So, I've done my fair share of research, but I still feel like there's something I'm missing.
My current system has:
CPU: AMD 8350
GPU: 980 TI Asus
PSU: HX750i Corsair
Mobo: M5a97 r2.0
RAM: DDR3 2x4GB
Storage: 3 HDD (250 GB, 500 GB, 1 TB external)
I'm currently looking at some parts for a system upgrade...
CPU: Intel i7 6700k
Mobo: Asus Z170 Delux
RAM: undecided
Storage: 950 Pro Samsung PCIe M.2
So. My questions:
1. The mobo does have an M.2 socket built in, right? From the specs, I read there is and from the picture it looks to be right in between the mobo heat sink and the power pins. Just looking for confirmation here.
2. I'm aware that I'll have to purchase DDR4 ram. I'm not too familiar with RAM and my researching hasn't yielded much. Is there any specifications I should know? Which brands are better... what products are better...?
3. The mobo is LGA 1151, which is for Skylake processors, i.e. the i7 6700k that I'm looking at. Looking for confirmation here.
4. Will my 750W be enough to power the new system?
5. I'm most likely not going to be overclocking, and in the very, very minor chance that I do, it won't be a lot. Will the cooling be alright? I've heard Intels don't come with stock coolers, should I also look into a cooler and heat sink for the CPU? If yes, what products would you recommend?
6. I've read that the 950 pro has improved upon its heating since its predecessors. Does anyone have experience with this particular ssd? Since I'm planning on putting it directly on the board, it won't be in direct contact with any type of cooling. Is that something I should look into?
7. Anything else I'm missing? It's been quite a few years since changing my cpu/mobo, and I've only ever done it once or twice. Since this is quite a hefty purchase, I'm just looking for some assurance here.
After looking at this, there's quite a bit of questions haha. Thanks for reading this far and thanks again to those who respond.
My current system has:
CPU: AMD 8350
GPU: 980 TI Asus
PSU: HX750i Corsair
Mobo: M5a97 r2.0
RAM: DDR3 2x4GB
Storage: 3 HDD (250 GB, 500 GB, 1 TB external)
I'm currently looking at some parts for a system upgrade...
CPU: Intel i7 6700k
Mobo: Asus Z170 Delux
RAM: undecided
Storage: 950 Pro Samsung PCIe M.2
So. My questions:
1. The mobo does have an M.2 socket built in, right? From the specs, I read there is and from the picture it looks to be right in between the mobo heat sink and the power pins. Just looking for confirmation here.
2. I'm aware that I'll have to purchase DDR4 ram. I'm not too familiar with RAM and my researching hasn't yielded much. Is there any specifications I should know? Which brands are better... what products are better...?
3. The mobo is LGA 1151, which is for Skylake processors, i.e. the i7 6700k that I'm looking at. Looking for confirmation here.
4. Will my 750W be enough to power the new system?
5. I'm most likely not going to be overclocking, and in the very, very minor chance that I do, it won't be a lot. Will the cooling be alright? I've heard Intels don't come with stock coolers, should I also look into a cooler and heat sink for the CPU? If yes, what products would you recommend?
6. I've read that the 950 pro has improved upon its heating since its predecessors. Does anyone have experience with this particular ssd? Since I'm planning on putting it directly on the board, it won't be in direct contact with any type of cooling. Is that something I should look into?
7. Anything else I'm missing? It's been quite a few years since changing my cpu/mobo, and I've only ever done it once or twice. Since this is quite a hefty purchase, I'm just looking for some assurance here.
After looking at this, there's quite a bit of questions haha. Thanks for reading this far and thanks again to those who respond.
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