Just ordered. What next?

[3far4shot]

I just ordered an Evga X58 SLI motherboard, i am piecing this rig together one part at a time. What do you guys think should be next?(only getting CPU, Mobo and RAM, reusing all my other components)

Im thinking a Core i7 920 for CPU and 6GB of Corsair Dominator's for RAM.

System will be used for tons of gaming and the webs of course.

 

[Concentric]

i7 920 definately.

6GB of RAM unless you have a reason for needing 12. No difference between manufacturers (except maybe warranty?) so if you can find some cheaper than the Dominators..
Speed/timings/voltage depends on whether you want to overclock.

 

[Shalafi]

you don't need 12 GB

just grab a 6 GB kit

the Gskill 6 GB kits are really good performers and dominate Corsair's Dominators (oh yeah i said that) for a much cheaper price

they come highly recommended on this forum

 

[lt_shiro]

I agree with Fail

but if you are going for 12 GB I would get 2 x 6 GB kits or 3 x 4 GB kits as too RMA all of your memory sucks balls.

 

[engiNURD]

Dominators are typically a waste of money, even to the enthusiast OC'er. I'd save the case and go for G.Skill ripjaws instead. Lower latency isn't worth a huge price premium either, so don't go for it unless the cost difference is negligible to you. If you plan to OC to 4Ghz on good air cooling, then DDR3-1600 is all you need. Stick to 1.5v for best compatibility. Anything higher than 1.65v may fry your CPU (IMC).