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So I thought about building a new pc but I also thought about upgrading my existing one by taking the mobo, CPU, RAM, and Graphics card out and get newer parts on Intel's side. So that saves me the trouble of getting a new HDD and case. But I'm not sure of how to go about things here, Do I need to buy a new windows key or will replacing the Mobo, CPU, RAM, and gpu not mess up the existing Windows 10 on the HDD currently? my case-http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811139044&cm_re=corsair_air_240-_-11-139-044-_-Product
what I plan to put into the case- https://pcpartpicker.com/list/zVYzhq
Made sure everything would fit and it should.
 
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Which version of Win 7 did you have? The license type will be the same for the Win 10 upgrade, so if you had an OEM or builder license for Win 7 your Win 10 license will also be builder/OEM and will not transfer over.

Parts:
First the chipset.
Go for a Z170 IF you plan on adding a super fast M2 NVMe SSD in the future AND want the fastest memory you can get (within budget)
Go for H170 or B170 to save money but be aware it'll use slower memory and will lack that super fast M2 slot. Those that DO carry a fast M2 slot are VERY close in price to the cheaper full fat Z170 'boards.

The Memory:
Faster memory usually equals a higher frame rate BUT 'slow' DDR4 2133 is not going to slow the system to a crawl! We're talking no more than 10% here...
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PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-6600K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor ($220.98 @ Newegg)
CPU Cooler: CRYORIG M9i 48.4 CFM CPU Cooler ($19.99 @ Newegg Marketplace)
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-Z170M-D3H Micro ATX LGA1151 Motherboard ($98.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Memory: Avexir Core Series 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR4-2400 Memory ($80.99 @ Newegg)
Video Card: Gigabyte GeForce GTX 1060 6GB 6GB WINDFORCE OC 6G Video Card ($249.99 @ Jet)
Total: $670.94
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2016-12-04 12:34 EST-0500
Changed the motherboard for a Z170 to overclock and the GPU for a better cooled and branded one. Then i choose cheaper ram with LEDS: Choose Blue or Red -Whatever color you like? Then The Hyper 212 might be too big for the case. I'd just get the M9I .
 
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I'm not saying what you picked for me is bad but most of it I wouldn't need. For the Z170 I don't overclock I always leave it at stock frequency. As for the RAM is it a better brand or is it just cheaper? The Hyper should fit as though I made sure(or at least should fit)
 
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Maximum CPU Cooler Height 120mm : http://www.corsair.com/en-us/carbide-series-air-240-high-airflow-micro-atx-and-mini-itx-pc-case
Hyper 212 is 159MM
Spending that much for memory is insane. They are both good brands and you cant go wrong with either one . But the ones that are cheaper even have the options to spice up your scheme using LEDS. Anyways MSI seems to be poor quality and have issues with quality control. It's up to you but for what i added... It just makes much more sense for the price.
 
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ok, I'll change out the RAM and CPU cooler but as for the Mobo since I won't overclock so spending the extra $30
not so sure It would be worth it.
 
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Just chipping in with a few points:

The 'H' series motherboards are limited to DDR4 2133 memory, anything faster will be held down to that speed, regardless of the memory module specs.
Few 'H' or 'B' series motherboards have a PCI-E capable M2 slot, essential if you plan on adding a super fast PCI-E NVMe SSD (maybe just as boot drive) later on.
With the above said, I'd strongly suggest you spend the extra on a Z170 motherboard, even if you don't plan on overclocking these 'boards usually offer far better connectivity and stronger VRMs which will give the expensive CPU good, clean power.

Like Haswell, Skylake loves fast memory, DDR4 3000/3200 is a good place to be, much faster parts can carry a heavy price premium while 'slow' DDR4 2133 and 2400 will have a small, but noticeable effect in a gaming machine, and faster memory can be very helpful with the all important minimum frame rate performance.
For most mortals 8Gb is enough, but if you can go for it 16Gb isn't going to hurt.

The Windows question will depend on which version you have: A full retail licence will transfer over seamlessly, an OEM or builder license may not. Truth be told, I'm not sure about upgrade licences, can anyone else out there help out?

One last point: The power supply, older parts may not support all the power saving features of Skylake or Haswell and may very well cause issues if the system suspends or sleeps.
 
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ok, so my PSU as of now can support everything and for the Windows I never bought a key I had windows 7 and just upgraded to windows 10 for free so I don't know what to do. So should I switch the Mobo and RAM or leave it the same? If so what would you recommend? If there is some better parts for cheaper I'd love to hear about it.
 
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Which version of Win 7 did you have? The license type will be the same for the Win 10 upgrade, so if you had an OEM or builder license for Win 7 your Win 10 license will also be builder/OEM and will not transfer over.

Parts:
First the chipset.
Go for a Z170 IF you plan on adding a super fast M2 NVMe SSD in the future AND want the fastest memory you can get (within budget)
Go for H170 or B170 to save money but be aware it'll use slower memory and will lack that super fast M2 slot. Those that DO carry a fast M2 slot are VERY close in price to the cheaper full fat Z170 'boards.

The Memory:
Faster memory usually equals a higher frame rate BUT 'slow' DDR4 2133 is not going to slow the system to a crawl! We're talking no more than 10% here.

The CPU: The price difference between the 'K' and locked i5 is at best minimal, and in some cases zero, but the 'K' as a higher stock speed (3.5GHz as opposed to the locked part running at 3.2GHz) in both cases, if they run at stock speeds BOTH will top out at 3.9GHz Boost, though.

What to get?

CPU: Stick with the i5 6600K, a little more stock speed for no cost? No brainer decision here.

Motherboard: Unless you plan on adding a super fast M2 SSD in the future either a B170 or H170 board will do fine, and the slower memory won't exactly kill the system. Only go for a Z170 if you want either that fast M2 slot or NEED every last FPS the system can provide.

Memory: DDR4 2133 IS going to be a bit slower than DDR4 3000/3200 but by no more than 10% (worst case) so, as with the MB, only go for the fast stuff if you're prepared to push the budget.

Like many of us, it sounds like your budget isn't limitless so I'll suggest you use your original build but use DDR4 2133 memory, you can always use 1x8Gb stick for now and add another later on if cash is very tight.
 
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so I took what you said into consideration and made a few adjustments to the parts-https://pcpartpicker.com/list/HFknyf
On the memory that is fast enough or not?
 
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Looks fine to me, just run a check on memory prices before you 'add to basket', these prices are notoriously volatile and it's common to find 'specials' during the weekend, check websites, not PCpartpicker, it's often outdated, you never know, you could grab 16Gb of faster memory for the same, or lower price!
Good hunting, mate and enjoy the updated system.
 
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