Sub $1000 gaming pc, first time builder, need the OK

There has been issues with 990FX boards and memory speeds so i would say it probably won't, but barring any major issues it should still work ok.

Switch the HDD to Samsung Spinpoint F3 1TB about the same price for speed and reliability ( 64.99 newegg, 60 amazon )

Cool they actually got the 212+ price back down at newegg too.

Switch the PSU, the PSU you listed is in practice an expensive 550W unit. If you take a look at the plate it only supplies 550W to the 12V rails.
And while the OCZ Z series might be nice, this one really is not. Also as you seem to have room in your budget i would say that go for quality on the psu.
750W is nice if you intend to Crossfire the 6870 at somepoint.

Antec HCG-750W $94.99 ( $69.99 after rebate ) 80+ bronze
PC power & cooling silencer mkII 750W $109.99 ( $89.99 after rebate )
Corsair HX750 $149.99 ( $139.99 after rebate ) 80+ silver
Seasonic X750 $159.99 80+ gold - one of the best if not the best 750W PSU out there

There has been nice deals on the 750 psu's lately, x750 was for 129 a while back, i've seen hx750 go for 129.99 ( 109.99 after rebates ). So keep an eye out for deals on those models. The Antec does have a nice rebate deal right now.

ok thanks I will look at those power supplies, because I do plan on xfire two 6870's later on...

one thing that is very important to me also though is that the psu is modular

Why don't you go with i-5 2500k instead? Also 1600 RAM will be enough. And get a good PSU it's important to get good power source especially if you plan to overclock.

is this a good enough power supply? http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E168...

Yes that is a good psu.

ok thanks ima go with that one then!

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