Hi guys - this is going to be my first build so please bear with me.
APPROXIMATE PURCHASE DATE: This week
BUDGET RANGE: @ (+or-) $2,000.
SYSTEM USAGE FROM MOST TO LEAST IMPORTANT: gaming, video editing, watching movies
PARTS NOT REQUIRED: keyboard, mouse, speakers
PREFERRED WEBSITE(S) FOR PARTS: newegg.com
PARTS PREFERENCES: good quality with reliability, in general.
OVERCLOCKING: Maybe CROSSFIRE
MONITOR RESOLUTION: Current monitor is 1680x1050, want to upgrade to 1920x1200
ADDITIONAL COMMENTS: Fast, good storage, quiet as possible while still retaining good speed, great graphics.
Already Purchased:
>>>CPU: Intel Core i7 920 Nehalem 2.66GHz LGA 1366 130W Quad-Core Processor Model BX80601920 - Retail $279.00
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16819115202
>>>GPU: 1 SAPPHIRE 100281SR Radeon HD 5870 (Cypress XT) 1GB 256-bit GDDR5 PCI Express 2.0 x16 HDCP Ready CrossFire Supported Video ..$379.99
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814102856
>>>MB: ASRock X58 Extreme LGA 1366 Intel X58 ATX Intel Motherboard - Retail $169.00
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813157163
>>>OS: Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium SP1 64-bit for System Builders w/ Tech Guarantee - OEM - Includes free Windows 7 upgrade coupon $89.99
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16832116677
>>> combo deal: $324.98
CASE: Antec P183 Black Aluminum / Steel / Plastic ATX Mid Tower Computer Case - (freeshipping)
PSU: Antec Signature SG-850 850W Continuous Power ATX12V / EPS12V SLI Certified CrossFire Ready 80 PLUS BRONZE Certified Modular
http://www.newegg.com/Product/ComboDealDetails.aspx?ItemList=Combo.245569
Spent so far: 1245$ that leaves @ $755 - 850. for the rest that I am .......................>>>>>
Still undecided about and need help with:
I can't make up my mind re: Hard drive (s) -- at first I was thinking 1 HD would be good. Then reading up on Raid 1 and the goodness of backing up everything, I started thinking 2HDs. My first thought then, was WD 1tb black x2 in raid 1 config. Then I read a few reviews that indicated that WD is difficult to put into raid? Is that true? Also that they run hot. I saw some advice here re: Samsung Spinpoint F3 1tb. Would 2 of those in raid 1 make sense?
RAM -- suggestions for good DDR3 = to @6gb or so -- for video editing do I need more RAM? 8? 12?
What will I need for extra fans/cooler for case - and replace aftermarket cooler for ?? cpu? Sorry -- beginner coming out here.
Also - I like the idea of 2 gpu's, but right now I think one 5870 is good. and can always add it later. Plus budget is getting smaller and smaller.... Agree? Disagree? I have a good PSU for an upgrade to two cards.
Would like Blue Ray reader -- can they also read regular dvd's?
Just need any cd/dvd burner
Any other optical device I have forgotten??
Is the wired online connection already in there somewhere?
Ok.. that outta do it for now. Thanks for any feedback ... well, within reason
APPROXIMATE PURCHASE DATE: This week
BUDGET RANGE: @ (+or-) $2,000.
SYSTEM USAGE FROM MOST TO LEAST IMPORTANT: gaming, video editing, watching movies
PARTS NOT REQUIRED: keyboard, mouse, speakers
PREFERRED WEBSITE(S) FOR PARTS: newegg.com
PARTS PREFERENCES: good quality with reliability, in general.
OVERCLOCKING: Maybe CROSSFIRE
MONITOR RESOLUTION: Current monitor is 1680x1050, want to upgrade to 1920x1200
ADDITIONAL COMMENTS: Fast, good storage, quiet as possible while still retaining good speed, great graphics.
Already Purchased:
>>>CPU: Intel Core i7 920 Nehalem 2.66GHz LGA 1366 130W Quad-Core Processor Model BX80601920 - Retail $279.00
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16819115202
>>>GPU: 1 SAPPHIRE 100281SR Radeon HD 5870 (Cypress XT) 1GB 256-bit GDDR5 PCI Express 2.0 x16 HDCP Ready CrossFire Supported Video ..$379.99
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814102856
>>>MB: ASRock X58 Extreme LGA 1366 Intel X58 ATX Intel Motherboard - Retail $169.00
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813157163
>>>OS: Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium SP1 64-bit for System Builders w/ Tech Guarantee - OEM - Includes free Windows 7 upgrade coupon $89.99
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16832116677
>>> combo deal: $324.98
CASE: Antec P183 Black Aluminum / Steel / Plastic ATX Mid Tower Computer Case - (freeshipping)
PSU: Antec Signature SG-850 850W Continuous Power ATX12V / EPS12V SLI Certified CrossFire Ready 80 PLUS BRONZE Certified Modular
http://www.newegg.com/Product/ComboDealDetails.aspx?ItemList=Combo.245569
Spent so far: 1245$ that leaves @ $755 - 850. for the rest that I am .......................>>>>>
Still undecided about and need help with:
I can't make up my mind re: Hard drive (s) -- at first I was thinking 1 HD would be good. Then reading up on Raid 1 and the goodness of backing up everything, I started thinking 2HDs. My first thought then, was WD 1tb black x2 in raid 1 config. Then I read a few reviews that indicated that WD is difficult to put into raid? Is that true? Also that they run hot. I saw some advice here re: Samsung Spinpoint F3 1tb. Would 2 of those in raid 1 make sense?
RAM -- suggestions for good DDR3 = to @6gb or so -- for video editing do I need more RAM? 8? 12?
What will I need for extra fans/cooler for case - and replace aftermarket cooler for ?? cpu? Sorry -- beginner coming out here.
Also - I like the idea of 2 gpu's, but right now I think one 5870 is good. and can always add it later. Plus budget is getting smaller and smaller.... Agree? Disagree? I have a good PSU for an upgrade to two cards.
Would like Blue Ray reader -- can they also read regular dvd's?
Just need any cd/dvd burner
Any other optical device I have forgotten??
Is the wired online connection already in there somewhere?
Ok.. that outta do it for now. Thanks for any feedback ... well, within reason