Second build, want to do it right!

Hello all,

This is going to be my second computer build, and I want to do this one right. First build runs, and runs well, however I did not do the research I should have. I do have somewhat of a budget, but its not horribly restrictive so slight price increases for better components are not out of the question.

My plans are to have this build be a gaming computer, with room to grow and overclock later down the line, and I would like some feedback/opinions/suggestions. (using microcenter links because they are close, and I have found they often have better pricing/sales than newegg)

CPU: http://www.microcenter.com/single_ [...] id=0354589
MOBO: http://www.microcenter.com/single_ [...] id=0373371
PSU: http://www.microcenter.com/single_ [...] id=0334161
HDD: http://www.microcenter.com/single_ [...] id=0349595

Already have the GTX560 from my previous build that I will be using for my GPU, already have my DVD-R and case as well. I will be using the cooling that comes with the i5 running it at stock speeds until I finish the watercooling setup I am planning.

The only thing I am not too sure on is the motherboard, have read good reviews of it, however my experience with motherboards is limited to ASUS. I also cannot seem to find any of the RAM on the QVL for this mobo available on either newegg or microcenter.

Thanks in advance!

Get this mobo : http://www.microcenter.com/single_ [...] id=0378096

Pci-e GEN3, better build quality, better reliability

I'd suggest swapping that PSU - the GS series is a mid-tier PSU and doesn't get the highest remarks. Try this one as it's a much better brand (not that I'm suggesting Corsair isn't) and has a higher certification rating: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod [...] 6817151096