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matthewpham7
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Hello everybody!!

 

This is my first post on the forums, I have finally taken the plunge and started my build. I have decided on all the parts, except for the PSU. I didn't think it will be this hard, hopefully you guys can help me out! 

 

What i will be running:

CPU: Intel Core i5-4690K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor  
CPU Cooler: Corsair H100i 77.0 CFM Liquid CPU Cooler 
Motherboard: ASRock Z97 EXTREME4 ATX LGA1150 Motherboard 
Memory: Kingston Beast 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-2400 Memory 
Storage: Kingston SSDNow V300 Series 240GB 2.5" Solid State Drive  
Video Card: Gigabyte GeForce GTX 970 4GB WINDFORCE Video Card
Case: Phanteks Enthoo Pro ATX Full Tower Case  
Case Accessory: NZXT Hue LED Controller  ($41.50 @ CPL Online) 
 
Thank you guys in advance!!!!!
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Toss h100i out and get a 212evo ( i dont think AIO cooling is worth it )

get evga g2 750 watts (for future SLI potential)

The BBQ: i7-4770 / 212x / Tri-X R9 290x 1075/1400 / MSI H87-G43 GAMING / EVGA G2 850W / Corsair Spec 03 / Samsung 840 EVO 250gb SSD / Toshiba 2TB HDD / 8gb Kingston DDR3 1600mhz

Peripherals: G710+ / G502 / Bose Companion 2 Series III / Audio Technica ATH-M40x / Sound Magic E50

Monitors: Dell U2414H 

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Hello everybody!!

 

This is my first post on the forums, I have finally taken the plunge and started my build. I have decided on all the parts, except for the PSU. I didn't think it will be this hard, hopefully you guys can help me out! 

 

What i will be running:

CPU: Intel Core i5-4690K 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor  
CPU Cooler: Corsair H100i 77.0 CFM Liquid CPU Cooler 
Motherboard: ASRock Z97 EXTREME4 ATX LGA1150 Motherboard 
Memory: Kingston Beast 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-2400 Memory 
Storage: Kingston SSDNow V300 Series 240GB 2.5" Solid State Drive  
Video Card: Gigabyte GeForce GTX 970 4GB WINDFORCE Video Card
Case: Phanteks Enthoo Pro ATX Full Tower Case  
Case Accessory: NZXT Hue LED Controller  ($41.50 @ CPL Online) 
 
Thank you guys in advance!!!!!

 

The V300 SSD is very slow. I would swap it for the Crucial MX100.

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Yes I have to agree. I bought an mx100 based on a recommendation from someone on LTT. it worked out good. Also, I think it needs more storage. you might want to add a 2 or 4 TB HDD like a Wd blue or seagate barracuda..

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Sorry guys, forgot to tell you that i got some parts already! 

 

I got the SSD for a bargain so i cannot really complain! LOL

I do have some hard drives laying around, which i will put in! 

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Are you planning to sli? Where are you shopping/located? Budget?

If you ever need help with a build, read the following before posting: http://linustechtips.com/main/topic/3061-build-plan-thread-recommendations-please-read-before-posting/
Also, make sure to quote a post or tag a member when replying or else they won't get a notification that you replied to them.

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