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    Posted: 26 Sep 2011 at 3:53am
Hello, I just wanted to say first of all... I don't claim to be an expert in anything computer related, that being said... I do think I have a decent knowledge of most computer hardware.

Anyways, I am currently looking to build a new computer, It has been a good 4 years since I have built a computer and I'm kind of out of the loop when it comes to the new, the best, or the most reliable.

My last computer costs around $800, but I plan on going big this time. My ideal price range would be around $2,500 - $3,500 range.

I want this computer to last at least 4 or so years. (like my current build)

I have been messing around with the custom building tool, and came up with this.

Please if you have any suggestions on any changes feel free to call me a jack-ass and lemme know what I should change.

P.S. I am going to be using this game for massive amounts of gaming, I currently work out of the house and I'm on the computer a lot. I plan on playing games like,
Starcraft 2, Diablo 3, Modern Warfare 3, Elder Scrolls Skyrim, ect...

Chassis Model: Special Deal Hot Seller - Cooler Master 942 HAF X
Exterior Finish: - Standard Factory Finish
Trim Accents: Paint Chassis Vents and Grills (Red)
Processor: Intel Core i7 980 3.33GHz (Six-Core Gulftown)
Motherboard: ASUS Rampage III Extreme (Intel X58 Chipset) (Features USB 3.0 and SATA 6Gb/s)
System Memory: 12GB DDR3 2000MHz Corsair Dominator GT with DHX (3x4GB Sticks) (CMT12GX3M3A2000C9)
Power Supply: 1200W Digital Storm Certified (Dual/Triple/Quad SLI Compatible) (Silent Edition Highly Recommended)
Expansion Bay: - No Thanks
Hard Drive Set 1: Operating System: 1x (1TB Western Digital Caviar (7200 RPM) (64MB Cache) (Model: Black Edition)
Set 1 Raid Options: - No Thanks
Hard Drive Set 2: Multimedia\Data: 1x (60GB Solid State (By: Corsair) (Model: Force GT Series CSSD-F60GBGT-BK) (SATA 6Gbps)
Hard Drive Set 3: Backup\Misc.: - No Thanks
Optical Drive 1: Blu-Ray Player/DVD Writer (Play Blu-Ray and Burn DVDs)
Optical Drive 2: DVD-R/RW/CD-R/RW (DVD Writer 24x / CD-Writer 48x)
Internet Access: !PROMOTION: Killer 2100 (Optimized for Online Gaming) Lag and Latency Reduction
Video Card(s): 2x SLI Dual (NVIDIA GeForce GTX 560 Ti 1GB (PhysX Tech) (Overclocked EVGA Edition)
Add-on Card: - No Thanks
Sound Card: Integrated Motherboard Audio
Extreme Cooling: H20: Stage 4: Sub-Zero LCS Cooling System: CPU Only
H20 Tube Color: Red Tubing with High-Performance Fluid (UV Lighting Reactive)
Chassis Airflow: Upgrade Chassis With LED Performance Fans (Red) (Up to 6 Fans)
Internal Lighting: Internal Chassis Lighting System (Red)
Enhancements: Scythe Kaze Master Temperature Display & Fan Controller (Requires Chassis Airflow Upgrade) (KM01-BK)
Chassis Mods: - No Thanks
Noise Reduction: Noise Suppression Package Stage 2 (Optimized Airflow & Fan Speeds with Noise Dampening Material)
LaserMark: - No Thanks
CPU Boost: FREE: Stage 1: Overclock the processor between 3.3GHz to 3.9GHz (Cooling Upgrade Recommended)
Graphics Boost: FREE: Yes, Overclock the video card(s) as much as possible with complete stability
Memory Boost: Memory Fan Kit Only (Does not include memory overclocking service)
OS Boost: FREE: Yes, Disable and tweak all of the non-crucial services on the operating system
Windows OS: Microsoft Windows 7 Ultimate (64-Bit Edition)
Recovery Tools: Advanced Recovery Kit (40GB Hard Drive Partition of Image With OS & Drivers)
Virus Protection: McAfee Internet Security 2011 (Virus, Spyware , Spam, Phishing, Firewall, Online Backup Protection)
Office: - No Thanks
Pre-Install Game: - No Thanks
Display: - No Thanks
Surge Shield: - No Thanks
Speakers: Logitech X-540 5.1 System (Black Edition) (Includes Subwoofer)
Keyboard: Logitech G19 Gaming Keyboard (USB) (920-000969)
Mouse: Cooler Master Sentinel Z3RO G Mouse (High-Speed Gaming Grade)
External Storage: - No Thanks
Exclusive T-Shirt: FREE: Digital Storm T-Shirt - Black (Extra Large)
Priority Build: - No Thanks, Ship Within 5-15 Business Days After Order Is Successfully Processed
Warranty: Life-time Expert Customer Care with 3 Year Limited Warranty

The build above at the time costs, $4,371.00 + shipping.

Now is there anything here that is overkill? This build is about $800 above my budget. But I could always hold out for a few months.
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  Quote DefineGodLike Quote  Post ReplyReply bullet Posted: 26 Sep 2011 at 6:15am
I'm also NOT an "expert" in computer hardware and compatibility, but I'll give you what I think you could do to save some money and make your new build last ~4ish years.

First of all, if you have the time, take a look at the DS ODE 3 pre-built system (Products -> Gaming Computers -> Special OPs -> ODE -> Level 3). It is a great system for the price. The only thing I could suggest for you is adding the 6 year limited warranty plan.

If you insist sticking with your build.. (These are my views on your system on how I'd like it.. but this is your build so I suggest building something that you want, not something tells you to build). :)

  • I don't believe you'll need 1200W PSU.
  • You might want your SDD to be your primary HD Set.
  • Do you really need both optical drives?
  • The Killer 2100 Ethernet card (I can't imagine that card is worth the money)?
  • H20 Stage 4 cooling is bit excessive in my opinion, stage 2 would be fine as far as I can see.
  • Internal lighting, Enhancements, and Noise Reduction are just there for looks, so if you are needing to cut back on something, looks don't improve performance.
  • Memory Boost Fan kit isn't needed.
  • I don't prefer the OS Boost or Recovery Tools.
  • VGA is a free virus protection, I haven't had any problems with it.
  • Speakers, Keyboard, and Mouse are all up to you.
  • Upgrade warranty if you plan on keeping it.


I'm sure someone else will come along and give a better review than me and provide better feedback, I'm just trying to jump into the DS community. :)
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Cooler Master 942 HAF X
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GeForce GTX 570 1.2GB
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  Quote Albinodarkelf Quote  Post ReplyReply bullet Posted: 26 Sep 2011 at 7:20am
Very good points,

The 1200W PSU, I wasn't sure how much power was needed for this build so if any suggestions.

Yeah I will switch the SDD around that's no problem.

The optical drives, Yeah I guess I don't need both. I actually don't need either, but the drives I have in my current build seem to crash my computer when they read a disc about %30 of the time. (annoying but never bothered trying to fix). So I would rather have a new one. (Im assuming the blu-ray can read DVD/CD-ROMS?)

Yeah the money would prolly be spent better towards a new router.

Again with the cooling, I wasn't sure about the level of cooling I would need, but I defiantly wanna try water cooling, as the computer I have now, overheats fairly easily (Playing Team Fortress 2). Also im about to move into a house, where my "Man Cave" has a fireplace in it, so the room will prolly be toasty in the winter months.

The internal lighting and enhancements is not a big deal to me, as far as price is concerned, its fairly cheap for some good looks. I will be taking my computer to LAN party's so it's for more then just my own pleasure. Intimidation is a valuable key to victory. I could prolly scrap the Noise Reduction.

Yeah wasn't sure about the mem fan, never had that much ram crammed into a Motherboard so wasn't sure.

The OS boost I wasn't sure about, but it's free and I have yet to use Windows 7.
The Recovery tools is good for me, I have a bad habit of formatting my computer if I have any problems I cant fix immediately (For example registry virus's)

Yeah I use AVAST free right now, haven't had any problems so far. But I guess I was being paranoid with such a pricy build i wanna make sure its taken care of.

I need new speakers, mouse, and keyboard. I could get cheaper one's I suppose but the price difference is trivial in comparison to the total cost.

Yes, I'm not sure why I didn't upgrade the warranty plan, since I plan on keeping this build for some time.
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  Quote Albinodarkelf Quote  Post ReplyReply bullet Posted: 26 Sep 2011 at 7:26am
I was asked earlier about my monitor I'm currently using a 23 inch LG LCD with resolution set at 1920-1080.

Not sure how to acquire more information I checked in dxdiag and my Nvidia settings but couldn't find anymore information on my monitor sorry.
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  Quote DefineGodLike Quote  Post ReplyReply bullet Posted: 26 Sep 2011 at 8:22am
I just realized I typed VGA instead of AVG Security, ha.

Anyways, take a look at the ODE 3, I think it will be worth your time as it is a good price and will probably work with what you are looking for.

As for your monitor, as long as it has DVI (not VGA, ha!) you'll be fine.. But once again I don't notice a big difference in monitors, some people have to have IPS Monitors or 120hz.. All depends on what you like.
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Cooler Master 942 HAF X
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  Quote FrankW Quote  Post ReplyReply bullet Posted: 26 Sep 2011 at 8:56am
Hi Albinodarkelf,

Take a look at this system for $2937. You can change it to meet your needs. Configuration #600221

You don't want the i7 9XX series of CPU. The 2600K is a better choice. It is easier to OC and heat is not a problem. Get the stage two OC. Ask DS to add a 200mm fan to the top of the case. No need to go LC with this case. Drop the fan upgrade. The fans are small and noisy.

Frank

Chassis Model: Special Deal Hot Seller - Cooler Master 942 HAF X
Exterior Finish: - Standard Factory Finish
Trim Accents: - Standard Factory Finish
Processor: Intel Core i7 2600K 3.40GHz (Unlocked CPU for Extreme Overclocking) (Quad Core)
Motherboard: ASUS P8P67 Deluxe (Intel P67 Chipset) (New & Improved B3 Revision Without SATA 3G Issue)
System Memory: 8GB DDR3 1600MHz Digital Storm Certified Performance Series (Highly Recommended) (Hand Tested)
Power Supply: 1050W Corsair Pro Silver 1050HX (Dual/Triple/Quad SLI Compatible)
Expansion Bay: - No Thanks
Hard Drive Set 1: Operating System: 1x (120GB Solid State (By: Intel) (Model: 320 Series)
Set 1 Raid Options: - No Thanks
Hard Drive Set 2: Multimedia\Data: 1x (1TB Western Digital Caviar (7200 RPM) (64MB Cache) (Model: Black Edition)
Hard Drive Set 3: Backup\Misc.: - No Thanks
Optical Drive 1: DVD-R/RW/CD-R/RW (DVD Writer 24x / CD-Writer 48x)
Optical Drive 2: - No Thanks
Internet Access: High Speed Network Port (Supports High-Speed Cable / DSL / Network Connections)
Video Card: 2x SLI Dual (NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570 1.2GB (Includes PhysX Tech) (EVGA Edition)
Add-on Card: - No Thanks
Sound Card: Integrated Motherboard Audio
Extreme Cooling: AIR: Stage 2: Corsair A70 Dual 120mm Fans High Performance Cooler
H20 Tube Color:- Not Applicable, I do not have a FrostChill or Sub-Zero LCS Cooling System Selected
Chassis Airflow: Standard Factory Chassis Fans
Internal Lighting: - No Thanks
Enhancements: - No Thanks
Chassis Mods: - No Thanks
Noise Reduction: - No Thanks
LaserMark: - No Thanks
Boost Processor: Stage 2: Overclock CPU 4.5GHz to 4.8GHz (Requires Pro or Deluxe Series Motherboard)
Boost Video Card: - No Thanks, Please do not overclock my video card(s)
Boost Memory: - No Thanks, Please do not overclock my memory
Boost OS: - No Thanks, Please do not tweak the services on the operating system
Windows OS: Microsoft Windows 7 Professional (64-Bit Edition)
Recovery Tools: Windows Recovery Toolkit (Bundled with Windows 7 CD)
Virus Protection: - No Thanks
Office: - No Thanks
Install/Test Game: - No Thanks
Display: - No Thanks
Surge Shield: - No Thanks
Speakers: - No Thanks
Keyboard: - No Thanks
Mouse: - No Thanks
External Storage: - No Thanks
Exclusive T-Shirt: FREE: Digital Storm T-Shirt - Black (Large)
Priority Build: - No Thanks, Ship Within 5-15 Business Days After Order Is Successfully Processed
Warranty: Life-time Expert Customer Care with 3 Year Limited Warranty

Edited by FrankW - 26 Sep 2011 at 8:57am
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  Quote DST4ME Quote  Post ReplyReply bullet Posted: 26 Sep 2011 at 6:03pm
@Albinodarkelf, before we can tell you what you need we need to know What is the native resolution of the monitor you gonna be gaming at?
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  Quote Albinodarkelf Quote  Post ReplyReply bullet Posted: 27 Sep 2011 at 6:45pm
1920 x 1080 pixils
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  Quote DST4ME Quote  Post ReplyReply bullet Posted: 28 Sep 2011 at 12:43am
then the build frank made is the one I would have made, and that is the one you want, or you can get ode 3, but then in the future if you want to upgrade the sli to future cards and they have needs of a 580 sli the 800w can't do it.
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