Newish PC gamer new computer help

I just ordered a custom built gaming computer from Digital Storm a couple days ago snd i was wondering if anyone had suggestions on what programs if any i should be installing or any important steps i should take other than doing a windows update when the computer arrives and i initially boot the computer up. Here is the specs of the computer if it helps

System Configuration:
Chassis Model: Digital Storm Lumos
Processor: Intel Core i9-13900K (5.7 GHz Turbo) (32-Thread) (24-Core) 3.0 GHz (Raptor Lake)
Motherboard: ASUS Prime Z790-P D5 (Wi-Fi) (Intel Z790 Chipset) (Up to 3x PCI-E Devices) (No SLI) (DDR5)
System Memory: 32GB DDR5 5200MHz Kingston FURY Beast
Power Supply: 1000W Digital Storm Performance Series (Semi-Modular) (80 Plus Gold)
Storage Set 1: 1x SSD M.2 (1TB Samsung 980 EVO PLUS) (NVM Express)
Storage Set 2: 1x SSD M.2 (1TB Samsung 980 EVO PLUS) (NVM Express)
Storage Set 3: 1x Storage (4TB Western Digital / Seagate - Ultrastar Data Center / IronWolf)
Internet Access: High Speed Network Port (Supports High-Speed Cable / DSL / Network Connections)
Graphics Card(s): 1x GeForce RTX 4090 24GB (VR Ready)
Sound Card: Integrated Motherboard Audio
Extreme Cooling: H20: HydroLux PRO: Exotic Custom Cooling System (CPU Only)
HydroLux Tubing Style: Flexible Tubing (Requires HydroLux Liquid Cooling System)
HydroLux Fluid Color: Green Fluid + Clear Tubing (Requires HydroLux Liquid Cooling System)
Cable Management: Exotic Cable Management - Blue - (Cable Combs with Custom Color Sleeved Extension Cables)
Chassis Fans: Cooler Master MasterFan Halo (RGB Fans) (Remote Control Only)
Internal Lighting: Digital Storm LED Lighting System
CPU Boost: Turbo Boost Advanced Automatic Overclocking
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 11 Home (64-Bit)
Recovery Tools: USB Drive - Windows Installation (Format and Clean Install)
Virus Protection: Windows Defender Antivirus (Built-in to Windows)
Priority Build: - No Thanks, Ship Within 5-10 Business Days After Order Is Successfully Processed
Warranty: Life-time Expert Care with 4 Year Limited Warranty (4 Year Labor & 1 Year Part Replacement)



Edited by NoeleoN - 24 Oct 2022 at 10:49am

For me there’s not much to do after plugging in my new DS rig.     I hookup and sign in to my internet provider, Comcast, download Steam, download a game or two and game away. Good way to make sure all is well. After that a graphics card update is probably in order.   Games that need the latest update will usually let you know.

I don’t even use a separate virus protection program anymore after years of McCafe, Norton, etc.   Windows protection has come a long way.

KISS, keep it simple stupid, is a long standing tradition for me.

Have fun.   

Edited by bprat22 - 24 Oct 2022 at 1:06am

Originally posted by bprat22 For me there’s not much to do after plugging in my new DS rig.     I hookup and sign in to my internet provider, Comcast, download Steam, download a game or two and game away. Good way to make sure all is well. After that a graphics card update is probably in order.   Games that need the latest update will usually let you know. I don’t even use a separate virus protection program anymore after years of McCafe, Norton, etc.   Windows protection has come a long way. KISS, keep it simple stupid, is a long standing tradition for me. Have fun.

ah i see, do you pay for windows defender or is that the one that comes with it for free?

I just plugged my rig in, and turn it on. Installed Steam and a few of my fav games and started playing. That is the plan for when I get my new PC from Digital Storm.

Edited by PcKiller - 23 Dec 2023 at 7:46am