New computer!

I am happy to say that my new DS rig arrived today through Fed-Ex. I couldn't be happier with the system, and before I post pics/stats I just want to thank those of you who helped me to build it, especially DST4ME, Samael, and Harleyman.

So, I ordered the system on Feb 13th, changed the order on Feb 17th, and finally received it on March 3rd, a respectable 18 days later. When it first arrived I kind of had the same reaction as everyone else, which is about the size of the box. It's massive. I am 6'3 and this thing came up nearly to my waist. I was just shocked at the size of this monster. I unpacked it, and after a brief tussle with the side fan, got it hooked up and turned on. The computer has ran flawlessly since first start-up and I've already tested a few games with great results.

So, without further hold up here come the specs, followed by the pictures.

Config ID:	Configuration Name:	Q:
DSO-105196	Digital Storm Desktop 105196	1
	Chassis Model: Cooler Master HAF 932 Exterior Finish: - Standard Factory Finish Interior Finish: - Standard Factory Finish Trim Accents: - Standard Factory Finish Processor: Intel Core i7 920 2.66GHz (Quad Core) Motherboard: EVGA X58 3X SLI (Intel X58 Chipset) (Supports Triple SLI or CrossFire) System Memory: CLEARANCE HOT SELLER: 6GB DDR3 1333MHz Corsair XMS3 Power Supply: 1000W PC Power & Cooling (Turbo-Cool Edition) (Dual/Triple/Quad SLI Compatible) Card Reader: - No Thanks Hard Drive Set 1: Operating System: 500GB Western Digital (16MB Cache) (7200 RPM) (SATA) Set 1 Raid Options: - No Thanks Hard Drive Set 2: Multimedia\Data: - No Thanks Hard Drive Set 3: Backup\Misc.: - No Thanks Optical Drive 1: DVD±R/RW/CD-R/RW (DVD Writer 20x / CD-Writer 48x) (LightScribe Edition) Optical Drive 2: - No Thanks Internet Access: High Speed Network Port (Supports High-Speed Cable / DSL / Network Connections) Video Card(s): 1x NVIDIA GeForce GTX 285 1GB (Includes PhysX Technology) Add-on Card: - No Thanks Sound Card: Integrated Motherboard Audio Extreme Cooling: H20: Stage 3: High-Performance Liquid Chilled FrostBite System For CPU Liquid Color: Blue: Non-conductive High-Performance Fluid (Requires H20: Stage 3 Cooling Package) Chassis Airflow: Standard Factory Chassis Fans Internal Lighting: - No Thanks Enhancements: - No Thanks Chassis Mods: - No Thanks CPU Boost: Yes, Overclock the processor as much as possible with complete stability Graphics Boost: - No Thanks, Please do not overclock my video card(s) Memory Boost: - No Thanks, Please do not overclock my memory Windows Boost: - No Thanks, Please do not tweak the services on the operating system Windows OS: Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium (64-Bit Edition) (For Enthusiasts) Restore Kit: Digital Storm Specialized Recovery System (DVD Image Based) Virus Protection: - No Thanks Office: - No Thanks Benchmarking: - No Thanks Pre-Install Game: - No Thanks LCD Display: - No Thanks Surge Shield: - No Thanks Speakers: - No Thanks Keyboard: - No Thanks Mouse: - No Thanks External Storage: - No Thanks Exclusive T-Shirt: - No Thanks Priority Build: - No Thanks, Ship Within 5-10 Business Days After Order Is Successfully Processed Warranty: 3 Year Platinum Care Extended Parts & Labor Warranty

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First, some comparison pictures. The first set of pictures is the old computer. I bought this mess at Best Buy for 1300 dollars about two and a half years ago. To this day I still don't know what I was thinking. Admittedly I didn't take the best care of it, which is why you see an alarming amount of dust in a few pictures. Believe me, I'm going to take much better care of the new box. Anyways, on with the show..

Side view, panel off.


Close up of the video card, you're not dreaming.. it's a 7300LE


Another close up of the 7300LE


Motherboard / Extreme wiring


Fan / Dust


The old computer, standing tall.


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After a quick trip down memory lane I opened up the new computer.
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The box at the top of the stairs after a struggle to get it up there by myself.


Freshly opened box, new computer smell~


Side view, with padding still inside. I thought I got another picture without the side panel, and still with the foam. I was mistaken.


Our first look at the inner workings of the new computer.


Close up of the GTX285 - This card actually exceeded my expectations when I loaded up the machine.


A close up of the frostbite stage 3 cooling (blue obviously)


The view from my chair. The lighting is kind of odd on this one, I just ended up pulling back the curtain, leaning back and snapping a shot. Yes, I really need that many napkins.


I had a really nice shot of the computer keeping cool after an hour of gaming on Crysis, but it seems I've misplaced that one also.

Man I was about to cancel my order after seeing those first few pics, then I realized that was the old PC.  Dang you had me worried .  Nice specs and computer, congrats I hope you enjoy it for years.

Edited by e06028 - 03 Mar 2009 at 7:48pm

lol,  sorry I wanted to get right to the pictures.

Great pictures!  I especially like seeing the comparison to the old machine.  It lets you know how much better of a new machine that you have now.  A piece of advice is to stop benchmarking and get into a few of your favorite games so that you can experience what full immersive gaming is all about!

very good pictures  really really nice job!

Who makes that style cpu water block?

wow! a much deserved new computer, congratulations and enjoy!!!

theyhm,

Actually mine connected directly to the motherboard.  It took a minute or two and a good flashlight to match up the connectors.  Some units seem to connect to a cable and some like mine goes directly to the motherboard.

Congrats on the new computer!  Looks great! 

Nice computer!  I liked the comparison with the old unit.

Yeah, the one I'm using now is a 19inch LG, I've been looking at these 25.5'' samsung monitors. They seem pretty expensive though.