Computer Building Help

[Call]

Rank : Beginner

 

Hello, I'm going to build a computer soon and I've read a lot about building computers and watched and learned a lot about building computers, I'm pretty confident that I can build it, but at the same time I still have that feeling that I'm going to fuck something up really badly, and I'm pretty nervous because I'm going all out on my build and I'm going to spend a lot of money on this computer and I don't want to spend all this money just for me mess up. If there is anything you can help me with such as suggesting video's I should watch, reading about building, ANYTHING at I should know before I build my computer that would be great Thank you!      :lol:

 

Note : I have the materials and a open workstation that is static free and I have anti static wrist strap.

 

Just in case you want to know the build : 

 

I'm going to be playing in 4k

 

CPU : Intel Core i7-5960X Haswell-E 8-Core 3.0GHz

 

CPU COOLER : CORSAIR Hydro Series H100i Extreme Performance

 

HARD DRIVE X2 : Seagate Desktop HDD.15 ST4000DM000 4TB

 

SSD : Intel 730 Series 480GB 

 

MONITOR : Acer XB280HK bprz Black 28" 1ms 4K UKD 

 

VIDEO CARDS X2 : EVGA GeForce GTX 980 Ti 6GB SUPERCLOCKED

 

POWER SUPPLY : CORSAIR AXi series AX1200i 1200W  

 

RAM : CORSAIR Dominator Platinum 32GB (4 x 8GB) 

 

MOTHERBOARD : ASUS X99-DELUXE/U3.1 

 

SOFTWARE : WINDOWS 8.1

 

[TheAmazingCookieFromSquare]

Dual 970 are enough for 4k

[zlolslavez]

Dual 970 are enough for 4k

pls don't recommend 970s for 4k.

[TheAmazingCookieFromSquare]

pls don't recommend 970s for 4k.

Then let it be dual 980

 

A single 980Ti is more then enough for 4k

[SkywardKkalox]

Then let it be dual 980

 

A single 980Ti is more then enough for 4k

Single 980ti leaves more room for future upgrades.

[JG_A_BOSS]

I have dual 980ti's just got them yesterday and let me tell you they are great card but a single 1 on 1440p witcher 3 gets only 65-70 fps and that's 1440p....so it can't handle 4k only on low to medium setting. Lastly 4k is not for gaming 4k is productivity so there is no point getting 4k for gaming.

[Kick]

My jaw dropped in unison with my scroll wheel as I read through those specs. I am now changing my pants. 

 

That system will be a blast to game on, enjoy!

 

Are you planning on putting the two 4TB HDDs in Raid 0/1? Oh and don't forget installation media for that OS, didn't see any mention in your post about that so thought I'd mention it. 

[ADZ_123_!"£]

You don't need a 5960X for gaming it is super overkill.

[Call]

Rank : Beginner

 

Hello, I'm going to build a computer soon and I've read a lot about building computers and watched and learned a lot about building computers, I'm pretty confident that I can build it, but at the same time I still have that feeling that I'm going to fuck something up really badly, and I'm pretty nervous because I'm going all out on my build and I'm going to spend a lot of money on this computer and I don't want to spend all this money just for me mess up. If there is anything you can help me with such as suggesting video's I should watch, reading about building, ANYTHING at I should know before I build my computer that would be great Thank you!         :lol:

 

Note : I have the materials and a open workstation that is static free and I have anti static wrist strap.

[MattTheMayor]

 

Rank : Beginner

 

Hello, I'm going to build a computer soon and I've read a lot about building computers and watched and learned a lot about building computers, I'm pretty confident that I can build it, but at the same time I still have that feeling that I'm going to fuck something up really badly, and I'm pretty nervous because I'm going all out on my build and I'm going to spend a lot of money on this computer and I don't want to spend all this money just for me mess up. If there is anything you can help me with such as suggesting video's I should watch, reading about building, ANYTHING at I should know before I build my computer that would be great Thank you!         :lol:

 

Note : I have the materials and a open workstation that is static free and I have anti static wrist strap.

 

yeah, you were like everyone. when you build it, you will notice that it is a breeze x]. Only thing I would say is to touch the metal frame of the case whenever you're about to touch important items like the cpu/gpu etc.

 

here's the videos that helped me a lot

 

 

 

 

[Sam Z Man]

Make sure you are super relaxed before putting the CPU in the socket my buddy bent the pins on his mobo his first time because he was shaking like a leaf.

[DarkEnergy]

Repost. http://linustechtips.com/main/topic/382349-computer-building-help/

[Call]

yeah, you were like everyone. when you build it, you will notice that it is a breeze x]. Only thing I would say is to touch the metal frame of the case whenever you're about to touch important items like the cpu/gpu etc.

 

here's the videos that helped me a lot

 

 

 

 

Thanks man, I will watch this, made me feel a lot better thank you 

[Guest]

Make sure you are super relaxed before putting the CPU in the socket my buddy bent the pins on his mobo his first time because he was shaking like a leaf.

Wow? Really, it's actually hard to break the pins to be honest, as long as you have a basic idea of what you're doing.

[Call]

Repost. http://linustechtips.com/main/topic/382349-computer-building-help/#entry5162567

I know i tried to delete it people are talking about the build and not helping sorry 

[Shiro Hagane]

You know what to do and know what not to do. Just be chill and take your time! Building it will go smoothly without any hiccups.

[DarkBlade2117]

Pretty much what every is saying. Relax, don't rush, even if it takes you 2 hours it's fine. Don't forget the 8-pin CPU connector like I did on my older sisters build lol

[Sam Z Man]

Wow? Really, it's actually hard to break the pins to be honest, as long as you have a basic idea of what you're doing.

His hand was shaking so much the CPU was probably moving back and forth a full centimeter and going up and down the slightest amount when he went to put it down his hand quivered to the side and dropped down enough to have the corner of the CPU come down and hit the pins.

[Guest]

His hand was shaking so much the CPU was probably moving back and forth a full centimeter and going up and down the slightest amount when he went to put it down his hand quivered to the side and dropped down enough to have the corner of the CPU come down and hit the pins.

Unlucky! The moment of truth as he looked to see if the pins bent....

Worse than turning over a dropped phone!

[Call]

Pretty much what every is saying. Relax, don't rush, even if it takes you 2 hours it's fine. Don't forget the 8-pin CPU connector like I did on my older sisters build lol

doesn't every power supply come with 8-pin CPU connector?  :huh:

[Sam Z Man]

doesn't every power supply come with 8-pin CPU connector?  :huh:

Yea but don't forget to plug it in.

[nims0c]

I built a PC for the first time this past weekend. You sound like you are pretty well prepared like I was. You'll do fine  :lol:

[MatthewEnderle]

Wow? Really, it's actually hard to break the pins to be honest, as long as you have a basic idea of what you're doing.

with the old pentium processors you could set it down on a flat surface and bent pins.

[Fgtfv567]

Yo, give us your build log, we'll make sure it looks good. 

Be sure to give yourself at least 2+ hours before you get started. My first build (and only so far) took me 2.5 hours on hardware alone. Also, don't get pissed if you fuck up. Else you'll fuck up more and then it'll lead into this big cycle of getting pissed and fucking up. Calm down, take your time, consult us here on the forums should something go wrong. Be sure to use an electro-static wrist strap so that you don't fry any components. Be sure to buy your parts at once, so that nothing new comes along at the time of buying, and if something is dead once you open the box, you'll have time to return it.

[Call]

Yo, give us your build log, we'll make sure it looks good. 

Be sure to give yourself at least 2+ hours before you get started. My first build (and only so far) took me 2.5 hours on hardware alone. Also, don't get pissed if you fuck up. Else you'll fuck up more and then it'll lead into this big cycle of getting pissed and fucking up. Calm down, take your time, consult us here on the forums should something go wrong. Be sure to use an electro-static wrist strap so that you don't fry any components. Be sure to buy your parts at once, so that nothing new comes along at the time of buying, and if something is dead once you open the box, you'll have time to return it.

What do you mean by build log ? I have my computer parts listed on the page if that's what you mean?