[QuaziBee]

from a theoretical point of view we should start a new topic. but meh.

[Skeeg]

Originally Posted by Michowski

Motherboard- Newegg.com - ASUS Rampage II Extreme LGA 1366 Intel X58 ATX Intel Motherboard - Intel Motherboards
cpu- Newegg.com - Intel Core i7 Extreme Edition 965 3.2GHz 4 x 256KB L2 Cache 8MB L3 Cache LGA 1366 Quad-Core Processor - Processors - Desktops
Memory- Newegg.com - G.SKILL 8GB (4 x 2GB) 240-Pin DDR2 SDRAM DDR2 1100 (PC2 8800) Quad Kit Desktop Memory - Desktop Memory
Video card- Newegg.com - SAPPHIRE 100251SR Radeon HD 4870 X2 2GB 512-bit (256-bit x 2) GDDR5 PCI Express 2.0 x16 HDCP Ready CrossFire Supported Video Card - Desktop Graphics / Video Cards
Hard drive- Newegg.com - Western Digital VelociRaptor WD3000GLFS 300GB 10000 RPM 16MB Cache SATA 3.0Gb/s Hard Drive - Internal Hard Drives
HD Cooler- Newegg.com - VANTEC HDC-701A-BL Aluminum Aluminum Hard Driver Cooler - Hard Drive Cooling
Case- Newegg.com - COOLER MASTER RC-690-KKN1-GP Black SECC/ ABS ATX Mid Tower Computer Case - Computer Cases
case fans, get 4- Newegg.com - XIGMATEK XSF-F1251 120mm Case Fan - Case Fans
fan controller- Newegg.com - ZALMAN MFC1 Plus-B Black 6 Channel Multi Fan Controller - Controller Panels
Power Supply- Newegg.com - Thermaltake W0116RU 750W Complies with ATX 12V 2.2 & EPS 12V version SLI Ready CrossFire Certified 80 PLUS Certified Modular Active PFC Power Supply - Power Supplies
Operating System- Newegg.com - Microsoft Windows Vista Ultimate SP1 64-bit English 1pk DSP OEI DVD for System Builders - Operating Systems
Moniter- Newegg.com - Acer P243WAid Black-Silver 24" 2ms(GTG) HDMI Widescreen LCD Monitor with HDCP Support 400 cd/m2 3000:1 ACM - LCD Monitors
Speakers- Newegg.com - Logitech Z-5500 505 Watts 5.1 Speaker - Speakers
Headphones- Newegg.com - eDimensional AudioFX Pro 5+1 USB Circumaural Force Feedback Gaming Headset
Mouse- Newegg.com - Logitech MX518 2-Tone 8 Buttons 1 x Wheel USB + PS/2 Wired Optical 1800 dpi Gaming-Grade Mouse - Mouse
Keyboard- Newegg.com - Logitech G11 Silver & Black 104 Normal Keys 29 Function Keys USB Standard Gaming Keyboard - Keyboards

thx, im going with something similar, least the mobo and cpu setup. but im getting dual gtx280 cards im thinking.

also was thinking of getting this case - Newegg.com - ABS Canyon 695 4 x140mm Fan Multiple Heat Zones Full Aluminum Super Tower Computer Case - Computer Cases

[Michowski]

Let me also state, thats a good case. I currently have that one and its got good ventilation. My entire system is air cooled and I got a 34% oc on my cpu and it idles at 35c. Similar temps with my 4870 with a thermalright cooler on it.

[Spit-wad]

That case looks like it's gonna bite someone's head off.

[Skeeg]

Originally Posted by Michowski

Let me also state, thats a good case. I currently have that one and its got good ventilation. My entire system is air cooled and I got a 34% oc on my cpu and it idles at 35c. Similar temps with my 4870 with a thermalright cooler on it.

how is the noise level of the fans? im trying get something quiet so i dont wake or prevent my roommate to sleep.

ok so here is what i got sofar.....

hope this wishlist link works....

https://secure.newegg.com/WishList/M...px?ID=11405408

also, what kind of OC are ppl getting with the 3.2 i7?

[vernong1992]

Originally Posted by Skeeg

how is the noise level of the fans? im trying get something quiet so i dont wake or prevent my roommate to sleep.

ok so here is what i got sofar.....

hope this wishlist link works....

https://secure.newegg.com/WishList/M...px?ID=11405408

also, what kind of OC are ppl getting with the 3.2 i7?

Asks me to login.. but 4.0ghz is not uncommon though

[Skeeg]

i got no idea how post proper link then haha..... will post with parts...

Case - Newegg.com - ABS Canyon 695 4 x140mm Fan Multiple Heat Zones Full Aluminum Super Tower Computer Case - Computer Cases
mobo - Newegg.com - ASUS Rampage II Extreme LGA 1366 Intel X58 ATX Intel Motherboard - Intel Motherboards
cpu - Newegg.com - Intel Core i7 Extreme Edition 965 3.2GHz 4 x 256KB L2 Cache 8MB L3 Cache LGA 1366 Quad-Core Processor - Processors - Desktops
Ram - Newegg.com - Patriot Viper 6GB (3 x 2GB) 240-Pin DDR3 SDRAM DDR3 1600 (PC3 12800) Desktop Memory - Desktop Memory
Gpu - Newegg.com - SAPPHIRE 100251SR Radeon HD 4870 X2 2GB 512-bit (256-bit x 2) GDDR5 PCI Express 2.0 x16 HDCP Ready CrossFire Supported Video Card - Desktop Graphics / Video Cards x2
HDD - Newegg.com - Western Digital RE3 WD1002FBYS 1TB 7200 RPM 32MB Cache SATA 3.0Gb/s Hard Drive - Internal Hard Drives
monitor - Newegg.com - SAMSUNG 320PX Black 32" 8ms(GTG) Large Format Display 1366 x 768 450 cd/m2 3000:1 - Large Format Display

haa?

[Michowski]

With every fan maxxed out they do have a noticable hum. Thats why i recommended in mine that fan controller. At night if I leave my computer on, I can simply turn the fans down to were I cant hear them. When I game or put a lot of stress on mine, I can just simply turn the knob and turn the speeds up. I got my cpu fan and case fans all on that controller. I can individually control all my fans. Honestly, I rarely ever turn the case fans up. I have em all the way down with the controller and its still runs pretty cool for just being air cooled. Well away from any overheating temps or anything.

[philbar71]

yhea putting the fans in fan controller is a good idea. mine now are in a fan controller but i just leave them at max all the time. i am used to it.

[Michowski]

On the parts you posted, only thing I would change is the memory. I had problems with that brand in one of my builds. It was stated as being compatible but I ended up getting crucial or ocz to fix the problem. Other then that, looks great. I would recommend a different cooler for your video card tho. The stock ones honeslty suck. I am told by most that these cards can reach 100c and be ok but I just cant let mine get that hot. Spend another 60 bucks and get a aftermarket cooler for that card. Mine sits at 40c idle and 50c while gaming.