A case for a New Build

Kaori Cpu

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I am building my first computer ever. So far, I have decided on the CM Haf 922. Its only $90 on newegg and it looks great. Can anyone recommend a case for 110 and less that they think is Spectacular looking and also is just an overall nice case? thanks guys.. Also, is this a good case http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811147047 .. I also want to connect around 5 or 6 fans to my PSU and Im only running 1 5770 or 5850. what wattage for a PSU would be good? I will be gaming, not super hardcore though.. Also, Should I get a PSU with more than 1 12v rail?
 
Looks are a matter of personal taste. Newegg has an antec 620w ps for only $49.99 with email promo code that may expire today. You have to be registered with newegg for the code to work. This ps has 48 amps on the 12v rail, enough for moderate gaming.
 

mywifehas36DD

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Not the flashiest case, but the Cooler Master 690II is a great case for the money. I got the Basic version and heres some pic of how clean it is.

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Advanced version:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811119216

Basic version:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811119215


The basic has less fans an a few other minor differences. Also it doesn't come with the windowed side panel...I bought it separate

 
Amps determine the load capability of the ps. Everything you have in the case (hardrives, optical drives, video card, etc) require a certain number of amps to run smoothly. Add them all up and you can estimate how much ps you need. The quality brands like antec, seasonic, corsair, enermax, etc measure their ps more accurately and don't make absurd claims about the wattage ratings. The cheaper brands use cheaper and lighter components that are more likely to fail when under load, as when you're gaming and the video and cpu start heating up.
 

^+1 i also have the same case and i'm impressed by the clean looks,build quality,and excellent design.
The CM690II doesn't have any major/minor flaws = great case/price