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Post Date: 2016-12-02
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    Posted: 02 Dec 2016 at 5:37pm
Good evening Digital Storm community!

I loved my first DS build so much that I've recommended it to everyone, but I feel like I'm out of the loop with current specs.

I picked this in the configurator:

https://www.digitalstorm.com/configurator.asp?id=1543040

Would these all be compatible and ready out of the box?  I have never chosen the custom CPU cooling nor the lighting options and I am looking for a very smooth box-to-desk process.

Thanks in advance!
~Manny
Hailstorm II
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Intel Core i7 4790K 4.0 GHz
ASUS MAXIMUS VII HERO
16GB DDR3 1866MHz Corsair Vengeance Pro
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 780 Ti 3GB
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Chassis
Chassis Model: Digital Storm Apollo (White)

Core Components
Processor: Intel Core i7 6800K 3.4GHz (6-Core) (Unlocked CPU)
Motherboard: ASUS X99 RAMPAGE V EDITION 10 (Intel X99 Chipset) (Up to 4x PCI-E Devices) (RGB Lighting)
System Memory: 32GB DDR4 3200MHz Corsair Dominator Platinum DHX (Extreme-Performance)
Power Supply: 1000W EVGA 1000 GQ

Storage / Connectivity
Optical Drive: DVD-R/RW/CD-R/RW (DVD Writer 24x / CD-Writer 48x) (Internal)
Storage Set 1: 1x SSD (500GB Samsung 850 EVO)
Internet Access: High Speed Network Port (Supports High-Speed Cable / DSL / Network Connections)

Graphics / Multimedia
Graphics Card(s): 1x GeForce GTX 1080 8GB (ASUS Turbo) (VR Ready)
Sound Card: Integrated Motherboard Audio

Digital Storm Engineering
Extreme Cooling: H20: HydroLux PRO: Exotic Custom Cooling System (CPU Only)
HydroLux Tubing Style: Flexible Tubing (Requires HydroLux Liquid Cooling System)
HydroLux Fluid Color: White Fluid (Requires HydroLux Liquid Cooling System)
Cable Management: Premium Cable Management (Strategically Routed & Organized for Airflow)
Chassis Fans: Corsair Airflow Performance Edition Fans
Internal Lighting: Remote Controlled LED Lighting System (Multiple color options and lighting effects)

Digital Storm TwisterBoost Technology
Boost Processor: Standard Intel Turbo Boost 2.0 Automatic Overclocking

Software
Windows OS: Microsoft Windows 10 Home (64-Bit Edition)
Recovery Tools: Factory Reset Feature (Restore Windows + Drivers) (Partition up to 50GB of Storage)
Virus Protection: FREE: McAfee AntiVirus Plus (1 Year Service Activation Card) (Not Pre-installed) ($35 Value)
Hailstorm II
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Intel Core i7 4790K 4.0 GHz
ASUS MAXIMUS VII HERO
16GB DDR3 1866MHz Corsair Vengeance Pro
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 780 Ti 3GB
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Posts: 1627 		  Quote Meller Quote  Post ReplyReply bullet Posted: 02 Dec 2016 at 5:50pm
It's quite a beast system you built there. A few tweaks I'd do. Of course these are personal opinion as everything you have will work as is.

You've picked the ASUS Rampage V Edition 10. Very high in board. One, I'm looking at getting myself here very soon. But you're only using a single SSD which is a sata based SSD, and a single card. Any reason you're wanting that high of an end motherboard?

Next is your GPU. It's an ok GTX 1080... but honestly, it's kind of a crappier blower style GTX 1080. I'd swap it out for say the EVGA FTW GTX 1080 or an EVGA SC. But either way, your performance isn't going to suffer or benefit by some huge amount either way.

Next is your cooling. I'm guessing you're going to overclock that CPU yourself? You're paying for a custom loop, but only for your CPU. If you're going to go custom, and not overclock it (unless you're doing it yourself), why not throw your GPU under the loop also. If not, then just get an AIO, such as the Corsair H100i which will keep your CPU nice and cool.

Just a few of the things I noticed. Keep in mind, your system will run amazing as is, as it is a good enthusiast build. I'm just trying to justify some of the money you're spending... because let's be honest. When you're spending $4,000 on a computer, let's get it as close to perfect as possible.

Custom PC
Ryzen 9 5950X
Gigabyte X570 Aorus Xtreme
128GB DDR4 3600mhz
EVGA RTX 3090 FTW3 Ultra Gaming
Samsung 980 Pro 512GB m.2
Samsung 960 PRO 2TB m.2 x2
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Posts: 19 		  Quote MannyBerry Quote  Post ReplyReply bullet Posted: 02 Dec 2016 at 6:13pm
I appreciate the quick reply!!!

I'm perfectly fine with moving the GPU to the EVGA model - anything in the spirit of better temps.

As for Overclocking, to be honest I wanted to try it myself but I'm a little bit shy about it, so I may tack on the option for the DS folks to do it.

Lastly, the real answer is future-proofing.  I already have a 6tb HD with all my stuff on it that I'll just migrate, so I want a small SSD for my OS and that's about it.

I wanna make sure I get it right! Ninja
Hailstorm II
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Intel Core i7 4790K 4.0 GHz
ASUS MAXIMUS VII HERO
16GB DDR3 1866MHz Corsair Vengeance Pro
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 780 Ti 3GB
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What's the rig being used for and what resolution monitor ?

If it's strictly a gaming rig then the Z170 with 6700k CPU is better, but nothing wrong with your pick. Also, if just gaming, 16gb is all you will use.

Your build looks good as is, any changes suggested is to save a few bucks.   
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Please note that the standard warranty is for 1 year parts only. Big%20Smile
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