Help with i7 build Aug/Sep max 1800$ (with monitor)

Very good build...

My 2 cents:

• You don't need a sound card. The sound card on the MOBO will provide good quality sound.
• I would go with the Hanns-G 27.5" monitor myself, since it is a little cheaper.

You could get away with a lower watts on the PSU, but the 850TX has such a good deal it is worth it. I would purchase if all from Newegg, specially with their no interest for 12 months on their preferred acount on purchased over $999.

tecmo34, gkay09 thanks a lot for your replies, they are very helpfull.
gkay09 thanks for taking the time to answer extensively my questions, much appreciated.

Based on your feedback I am thinking to:
1) drop the sound card and use MoBo integrated card
2) switch to an Antec 900 case instead of 1200
3) switch to Hanns·G HG-281DPB Black 28", price/recommended resolution/brightness being better however one thing I noticed is that it doesn't have a DVI connectivity just HDMI ( it is because of build in speakers? if so I can drop the speakers I was planning to buy maybe as well) (I need to check if there is any reasons for which DVI is a must for my system, if not, this seems clearly a better choice)


Another change I am considering is to replace

VIDEO:
XFX HD-489A-ZDFC Radeon HD 4890 1GB 256-bit GDDR5 PCI Express 2.0 x16 HDCP Ready CrossFire Supported Video Card - Retail 200$
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod [...] 6814150359

with

XFX HD-489A-ZDEC Radeon HD 4890 Xtreme 1GB 256-bit GDDR5 PCI Express 2.0 x16 HDCP Ready CrossFire Supported Video Card - Retail 200$
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod [...] 6814150360

The only difference between the two I can see is the HDMI port and the core clock speed, not sure which out of those two would be better for overclocking if any difference (being optimistic and actually trying it ).
Also the power conectors seems to be different but I hope my PSU would work for both.
While perhaps I am throwing away money on the 4890 vs another cheaper 4x model I hope will last longer, however that might be wishfull thinking

One other thing I forgot to add is that due to router location I need a wireless card and I was thinking to buy.
WIRELESS:
LINKSYS WMP54G 32bit PCI2.2 Wireless-G Adapter - Retail 35$
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod [...] 6833124115

thanks

Build looks good, but I think I can improved on it and save you some money.

First off lets look at the Combo Deals have on the parts you posted.
Ram/HDD Combo.
1. OCZ Technology OCZ3P1600LV6GK: $114.99 Free Shipping*

2. Western Digital WD1001FALS: $94.99 Free Shipping*

Combo Discount: -$7.00
Combo Price: $202.98
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Comb [...] mbo.231158

Mobo/CPU Combo
1. ASUS P6T Deluxe V2: $289.99 Free Shipping*

2. Intel BX80601920: $279.99 Free Shipping*

Combo Discount: -$25.00
Combo Price: $544.98
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Comb [...] mbo.238326

OS/Case Combo.
1. Microsoft 66I-03525: $109.99 Free Shipping*

2. Antec Twelve Hundred: $159.99

Combo Discount: -$15.00
Combo Price: $254.98
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Comb [...] 11-129-043

Here are two Monitors you should look at.
SAMSUNG 2343BWX High Glossy Black 23" 5ms 16:9 Widescreen $209.99 ($189.99 after $20.00 Mail-In Rebate)
Maximum Resolution 2048 x 1152
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod [...] 6824001317

ASUS VW266H Black 25.5" 2ms(GTG) HDMI Widescreen $279.99 ($249.99 after $30.00 Mail-In Rebate) Free Shipping*
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod [...] 6824236047

Would go with either one of these Keyboard/Mouse combination.
Logitech Black USB Wireless Desktop MK300 Keyboard and Mouse - Retail $39.99 Free Shipping*
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod [...] 6823126069

Logitech S 510 Silver/Black 104 Normal Keys 14 Function Keys USB or PS/2 RF Wireless $42.99 Free Shipping*
(The included LX5 cordless optical mouse has a unique tilt wheel for both horizontal and vertical scrolling.)
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod [...] 6823126180

Would suggest this Sound card over your choice, mainly on Creative sound drivers issues (or lack of good drivers).But with the X58 Mobo's the onboard sound is really good, I would forego getting a discrete sound card at this momentuntil after you checked out the onboard sound card.
ASUS Xonar D1 7.1 Channels 24-bit 192KHz PCI Interface Sound Card - Retail $89.00 ($64.00 after $25.00 Mail-In Rebate) Free Shipping*
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod [...] 6829132007

Items you will also need.
Thermal Compound.
Noctua NT-H1 Thermal Compound - Retail $9.99
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod [...] 6835608008

You will need this 8-pin Power Extension Cable for most Cases that has Bottom Mounted PSU.
1ST PC CORP. 12" 8-pin EPS extension cable Model CB-8M-8F - Retail $8.99
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod [...] 6812706004

Items you picked
PSU:
CORSAIR CMPSU-850TX 850W $139.99 ($109.99 after $30.00 Mail-In Rebate) Free Shipping*
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod [...] 6817139009

Graphic Card
XFX HD-489A-ZDFC Radeon HD 4890 1GB 256-bit GDDR5 - Retail $199.99
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod [...] 6814150359

CPU HSF Cooler
XIGMATEK Dark Knight-S1283V 120mm Long Life Bearing CPU Cooler - Retail $44.98 Free Shipping*
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod [...] 6835233029

DVD Burner
SAMSUNG DVD Burner Black SATA Model SH-S223L LightScribe Support - OEM $29.99
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod [...] 6827151188

SPEAKERS
Logitech X-240 25 Watts 2.1 Speakers - Retail $48.99 Free Shipping*
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod [...] 6836121010

Subtotal
Subtotal before MIR's are deducted and with ASUS VW266H monitor, no sound card, with Logitech S 510 Kb/Mouse and before shipping costs = $1808.84
MIR's total = $50
Total with ASUS VW266H monitor, no sound card, with Logitech S 510 Kb/Mouse and before shipping costs = $1758.84

Subtotal before MIR's are deducted and with SAMSUNG 2343BWX monitor, no sound card, with Logitech S 510 Kb/Mouse and before shipping costs =$1738.84
MIR's total = $50
Total with SAMSUNG 2343BWX monitor, no sound card, with Logitech S 510 Kb/Mouse and before shipping costs = $1688.84

Hope this helps you out some.

Some more things to consider:

1) Monitor size. A 1080P monitor is really a TV monitor with a 1920 x 1080 resolution. Compare that to a PC monitor which will be 1920 x 1200. A plus for the 1080P type is that it comes in sizes as larte as you want(>65" ). The PC type monitor will usually be 24" in size, and you can get them up to 27". I do think a little bigger monitor is very good for games.

2) HDMI is a digital video connection which includes audio. If you will use a TV monitor with speakers, then that is a good thing.
On the other hand, a separate speaker system should include a subwoofer of some size and surround speakers. For sound, I think the separate system, even an inexpensive one is a much more satisfying way to go. Of course, if you will use headphones, then all this is moot. I agree that the motherboard onboard HD sound is very good.

3) Antec makes good cases, and offers good support. The 900 is a good case, but consider the 902 which is an upgraded version of the 900. If you want to save some money, look at the Antec 300. It has superb ventilation and will hold all your parts in a slightly smaller package. No "bling" though.

4) The corsair 850 is an excellent psu. The 750 watt unit is a bit cheaper, and will do the job equally well. You might also want to look at the PC P&C 750 watt unit. I like them for bottom mounted psu's because their intake fan is in the rear giving straight through cooling.

5) The i5 cpu's and P55 motherboards are supposed to launch on Sept 6. I think you would do well to see what they have to offer. I think you will find a cpu and motherboard that is equally suitable for your needs for about $200 less.

---good luck---