My new i7 build

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4x4not

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I just finished ordering most of the parts for my first high(er) end build in a long time. I've been using a Dell e1505 laptop as my main computer for almost 5 years now and it is simply too slow for what I'm doing anymore. I don't play games much, but I HATE things lagging so this is the build I've put together so far:

  • Case: COOLER MASTER Storm Scout SGC-2000-KKN1-GP Black Steel / Plastic ATX Mid Tower Computer Case - Retail
  • Power supply: SeaSonic X650 Gold 650W ATX12V V2.3/EPS 12V V2.91 SLI Ready 80 PLUS GOLD Certified Modular Active PFC Power Supply - Retail
  • CPU: Intel Core i7 Processor i7-920 2.66GHz 8MB LGA1366 CPU, OEM (D0 stepping)
  • Cooler: Thermalright Cogage TRUE Spirir LGA 1366 Quiet CPU Cooler w/ LGA1366 Bolt-thru kit
  • Motherboard: GIGABYTE GA-X58A-UD3R LGA 1366 Intel X58 SATA 6Gb/s USB 3.0 ATX Intel Motherboard - Retail
  • Memory: 2x OCZ DDR3 PC3-14400 Platinum Series Low-Voltage Triple Channel Desktop Memory - 6144MB(3x2048), PC14400, DDR3, 1800MHz
  • Video: XFX HD-577X-ZNFC Radeon HD 5770 1GB 128-bit DDR5 PCI Express 2.0 x16 HDCP Ready CrossFireX Support Video Card - Retail
  • Storage: Intel X25-M SSDSA2MH080G2C1 2.5" 80GB SATA MLC SSD Ver 2 - OEM
  • Monitor: Gateway FHD2402 24" HD Plus LCD Monitor - 1080p, 1920x1080, 40000:1 Dynamic, 2ms, USB
  • OS: Windows 7 Ultimate x64

I'm looking for a mild overclock, probably 3.4-3.6Ghz depending on temps. I decided on the lower end monitor because I want to wait until the LED-backlit displays become more mainstream. If I like this one well enough I will probably order a second one.

I'll keep this post up to date once I actually receive all the parts, and post pics when I start assembly.
 
Using 6 sticks of memory will make it harder to OC, just FYI, though if you aren't shooting for too high you may be ok.

The Intel SSD is a good one, I love mine.
 
If you're not aiming for a high overclock, DDR3 1600 will be more than enough.

Otherwise a good build.
 
My thinking was with the speeds I'm looking at, 6 sticks of 1800 rated DDR3 should work out fine. If not, I can always swap it out.

For those wondering about storage, all my media is stored on my WHS machine.
 
4x4not said:
My thinking was with the speeds I'm looking at, 6 sticks of 1800 rated DDR3 should work out fine. If not, I can always swap it out.

For those wondering about storage, all my media is stored on my WHS machine.
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1. You don't need 1800MHz for an overclock of ~3.4GHz.
2. The fewer DIMMs you use, the better and the less potential issues you run into.
 
PC_User said:
2. The fewer DIMMs you use, the better and the less potential issues you run into.
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That's why I mentioned it. Most people who run with 6 sticks of memory rarely seem to hit any decent OC if any at all. It's always a crapshoot with any CPU but more DIMMS is putting the odds against you from the get go.
 
You should still be able to hit 3.8Ghz or so with all dimms filled, especially if your ram is rated for 1.5v. ;)
 
PC_User said:
1. You don't need 1800MHz for an overclock of ~3.4GHz.
2. The fewer DIMMs you use, the better and the less potential issues you run into.
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I know I don't need 1800Mhz, but I'm hoping with the "spec'd overhead" it will make it more likely with all 6 DIMMs
 
TigerDirect ran out of the HP monitors before I could order a second, so I decided to order two Samsung 2343BWX 23" LCD Monitors instead.
Slightly smaller but higher res (2048x1152). Probably sell the Gateway to someone at work, or maybe keep it. Dunno yet.

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I found the perfect dual LCD desk mount on MonoPrice but they want as much for shipping as the mount!
 
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