Build Your Own - Step by Step ( i7 2600k)

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For now, this is what I have. I still have not decided on the power supply, fan etc. Suggestions are welcomed. In regards to the power supply, would 850W be overkill. I thought i'd go for 850W, just incase I did end up running all 6 monitors (3 GPUs).

Guys, once again, thanks for posting all the information and promotions. I think I'll be able to put this up within budget :)!!!.

Once I get all the parts, I'll post pics of the system being put together, just like Tiki did, if that helps anyone. I'll also report on the speed and stability of the system.
 
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Once I get all the parts, I'll post pics of the system being put together, just like Tiki did, if that helps anyone. I'll also report on the speed and stability of the system.
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YES... looking forward to the build being posted ! :)
 
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Video card:

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I would get two of these initially. Do you think it's better to just get two for now and then buy another if needed later?. These cards have another $10 OFF, so I could get it for $39.99/card.

What if the same make is not available later and I used another video card, do you think that would cause problems?
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ddr2 or ddr3 ?
 
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I don't have any experience with this model hybrid.

It is on the expensive side. You could get an ssd on sale ( for OS ) , and an hdd together for close to the same price
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I have the same thought as Tiki. And I don't have any experience with it. Perhaps Google for some CrystalDiskMark performance metric on the disk drive (read/write speed stuff) before you decide. At any rate, looks like if you want this model you can get it at Newegg for $100 instead:

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16822148591
 
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RAM:

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Once again, I will be getting 2x4GB, BUT can I get away with 1x4GB?
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You can certainly do 4GB. But I think for the extra $25 or so, I would beef it up to 8 GB. More memory is always better. Especially with Win 7. 4 GB may be marginal expecially if you use their default visual schemes (need extra CPU power and memory to support), or a lot of apps running, or loading many charts. This will be a $25 well spent.
 
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Video card:
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I would get two of these initially. Do you think it's better to just get two for now and then buy another if needed later?. These cards have another $10 OFF, so I could get it for $39.99/card.

What if the same make is not available later and I used another video card, do you think that would cause problems?
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If you think you are going to get a third card sometime for sure, then I would recommend getting it now. $39.99 is a good price. It will save you the hassle of having to shop for a compatible one and test it if you can no longer find this model. (But do test all three of them immediately as you receive them.) For now you can use the third card as a spare.


I myself use 4 x EVGA 8400 GS for my box #3. They work okay. Can be had for as low as $19.99 each.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0..._m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_r=1BGNR10WAKDZWE9PVTGT
 
I am so hooked on this deal, but it's an instore pick-up (nearest store is in GA). I have to call them to see if they will mail it out for a small fee (free would be nice :p ).

I have tried Amazon for a price match, but they can't do it on this item. Do you guys know anywhere that does price match?

***Note: If this is bought as a bundle, you get another $40 off your mobo!!!
 
I got the mobo and CPU. I have a friend picking it up for me. Guys, thanks for posting that deal. It saved me about $75.

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