Hi There so let me start off by saying a few things, First i have no experience building a pc, aside for installing a new graphics card, Second i really need a step by step method on building, Third i have a good idea of what i want but i would like everyone's input on if i need anything else. Lastly since i want it fast i will be using amazon prime for the most part unless motivated to invest in certain parts from other vendors. So to begin.
Currently i have a Chaser MK-I https://www.thermaltake.com/products-model.aspx?id=c_00001719
I will be upgrading to a CORSAIR Obsidian 500D RGB SE Mid-Tower Case https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07C46L1D8/ref=ox_sc_act_title_7?smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&psc=1
For the Mobo i have a saber tooth, im not sure what i will be upgrading to a ASUS ROG Maximus XI Hero https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07HCXT591/ref=ox_sc_act_title_4?smid=A4UCFL9LU89NR&psc=1
My Current processor is i an Intel I7 4790K My "PLAN" is to upgrade to the I9-9900K https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005404P9I/ref=ox_sc_act_title_3?smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&psc=1
I know intel Is underfire right now over this Processor for various reasons and i am not compleatly in the loop but if i hear mostly good things about it i will invest in it otherwise i will go for the 8700K
Current Hard drives arent even worth speaking about. But i am aiming for a Samsung 860 PRO 1TB 2.5 Inch SATA III Internal SSD i have read good things about it and i think it will be good for gaming.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B078211KCN/ref=ox_sc_act_title_13?smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&psc=1
I got 64 gb of ram that is far past its prime and will be going for the CORSAIR Vengeance RGB PRO 32GB (4x8GB) DDR4 3600MHz
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07D1TT84Z/ref=ox_sc_saved_title_1?smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&psc=1#
For Power im gonna go for a CORSAIR RMX Series, RM850x, 850 Watt, Fully Modular Power Supply, 80+ Gold Certified
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B079H5WNXN/ref=ox_sc_act_title_2?smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&psc=1
I already have a 1080 So im gonna move that over from my current build and replace it with an old 780 if my brother asks for it ps how much should i ask for it if i am going to sell it to him he has expressed a desire to have a gaming computer, he is just not as avid as i am.
For cooling i am going to go for an additional six to what the case has to offer of 3 Corsair LL Series LL120 RGB 120mm Dual Light Loop RGB LED PWM
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B075VGN4M1/ref=ox_sc_act_title_3?smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&psc=1
I am going to mount one in the back and 2 up top, and keep the 3 that i have up front. you may notice i still have an additional 3 ill get to that now.
To cool the processor i am going to get the CORSAIR HYDRO SERIES H150i PRO RGB AIO Liquid CPU Cooler, 360mm Radiator, Triple 120mm ML Series PWM Fans, Advanced RGB Lighting and Fan Software Control
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B077FZPCRH/ref=ox_sc_act_title_10?smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&psc=1
My plan is to remove the 3 stock fans and replace them with my remaining 3 Rgb fans.
I am also interested in getting a Intel Optane Memory Module 32 GB PCIe M.2 80mm
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B06XSXX3NS/ref=ox_sc_act_title_15?smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&psc=1
For peace of mind i am going to invest in a CyberPower CP1500PFCLCD PFC Sinewave UPS System, 1500VA/900W, 10 Outlets, AVR, Mini-Tower
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00429N19W/ref=ox_sc_act_title_9?smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&psc=1
To hopefully not mess anything up during assembly i ordered these
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B017164JHA/ref=ox_sc_act_title_11?smid=A3KD0OO9H1T8D3&psc=1
I already got a 32 inch 4k moniter at 60 hz and plan on upgrading soon but for the time being im gonna stick with that.
To ad a bit of edge lighting i am gonna get some corsair led strips.
https://www.amazon.com/CORSAIR-CL-9011109-WW-Lighting-Node-PRO/dp/B01MYDTC2C/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1539480222&sr=8-2&keywords=corsair%2Brgb&th=1
EDIT, my next investment down the road is an actual gaming desk i have my eye on this https://www.walmart.com/ip/Gaming-Desk-Techni-Sport-Luxor/216033599
2 new monitors this for just reasons
https://www.amazon.com/Samsung-LC49HG90DMNXZA-Curved-49-Inch-Monitor/dp/B072C7TNC5/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1539482843&sr=1-1&keywords=chg90&dpID=4159bf2rnXL&preST=_SX300_QL70_&dpSrc=srch
and this for gaming reasons
https://www.amazon.com/Swift-PG27UQ-G-SYNC-Gaming-Monitor/dp/B07F1VGGLK/ref=sr_1_1?s=pc&ie=UTF8&qid=1539482903&sr=1-1&keywords=pg27uq
But those are far down the road..
Im Pretty sure that covers Everything Now i desperately need some questions to be answered, so please bear with my lack of knowledge.
1. Will i have Enough power
2. Will i have enough ports to run all the rgb fans and power strips, will i need more and if so how?
3. Someone please explain to me the best way to sync up all the colors including the rgb on the modo.
4. Will it all stay cool temperature wise and aesthetically?
5. Someone explain to me The Intel Optane chip, its purpose, is there a better choice, is it needed?
6. The hard drive i have now is going to be mostly for gaming reasons. Should i invest in a smaller one that is faster for my operating system?
7. How should i oriante my fans? i am thinking i want the 2 on top and the 1 in back to pull in and the remaining 6 to push out.
8. Should i take anymore safety precautions when building? i have seen some anti static pads with built in wrist straps but have been unable to find any.
9. Do i need any additional Hardware, or software to insure it all works as hoped after install.
10. Any advice on configuring The Bios to squeeze as much power out of this thing as it can handle safely?
11. Anything to watch out for when building to avoid catastrophe, or confusion?
Frankly i an really wanting to invest in a new Pc i have been wanting to for a very long time, and am kinda overwhelmed with the amount of info i need to process through, So i am reaching out to hopefully get some help. So please im begging you from all of you with vast experience please help an aspiring guy make his dream of a new and faster pc come true. If you made it this far i want to express my gratitude, and Linus if you are out there, please give your expert advice or better yet, come on out to Seattle and help me build my new rig
Sincerely yours,
A guy far over his head
James.