I am in progress with my first build in literally thirty years! Pics to follow. In the meantime, the specs are as follows:
Case: NZXT Phantom 820 Ultra Tower
Motherboard: MSI X99A Godlike motherboard Carbon edition
Processor: Intel Core I7-6950X
GPU: Twin SLI Nvidia 1080 GTX
Dedicated Boot Disc: Samsung Pro 850 512GB SSD
HDD: WD Black - 4TB - Storage
HDD WD Black - 2TB- Applications
RAM: Dominator Platinum DDR4 (128GB)
Liquid Cooled CPU and GPU
9 Fans throughout system
3.0 USB
Custom color panel highlighting primary components, tempered glass, etc.
Colored wiring where applicable
Primary colors: white/black case, electric blue, magenta, and crimson alternating colors
I am sure along the way the question will be flying. Since the case arrived, I am stoked about getting this project off the ground. Importantly, if you have any recommendations, please please let me know. Thirty years between builds is a long long time.