I've decided to build a computer, and after ravaging the internet, I found some basic parts I like, but still have a lot of questions.
To start, here are the parts:
Intel Core i7 920 Processor
MSI X58 Pro-E Motherboard
Patriot Viper 6GB PC12800 Triple Channel DDR3 Memory
Western Digital WD1001FALS Caviar Black Hard Drive
HIS Radeon HD 4870 Video Card
The computer will definitely be used for gaming, but I want something I can't overclock. Basically a well rounded computer that will last me a while before I need to upgrade, and will be upgradable when that time comes.
I am looking for less expensive parts, but if anyone has a good upgrade suggestion I won't mind spending the money (or a downgrade that will save me money w/o cutting performance!)
I haven't selected a case or power supply, nor a way to cool it. That is one thing I'm yet to look into, so any quick suggestions would be appreciated.
I want to have a dvd/cd drive, but chances are I will use it very little, so am I okay to go with a cheap one?
I also want to run Dual Monitors (at some point, though not right away). What should I do to go about that?
Sorry for all the questions! Any answers would be great.
Meanwhile I'll keep looking around the internet myself.
Thanks,
Jeff
To start, here are the parts:
Intel Core i7 920 Processor
MSI X58 Pro-E Motherboard
Patriot Viper 6GB PC12800 Triple Channel DDR3 Memory
Western Digital WD1001FALS Caviar Black Hard Drive
HIS Radeon HD 4870 Video Card
The computer will definitely be used for gaming, but I want something I can't overclock. Basically a well rounded computer that will last me a while before I need to upgrade, and will be upgradable when that time comes.
I am looking for less expensive parts, but if anyone has a good upgrade suggestion I won't mind spending the money (or a downgrade that will save me money w/o cutting performance!)
I haven't selected a case or power supply, nor a way to cool it. That is one thing I'm yet to look into, so any quick suggestions would be appreciated.
I want to have a dvd/cd drive, but chances are I will use it very little, so am I okay to go with a cheap one?
I also want to run Dual Monitors (at some point, though not right away). What should I do to go about that?
Sorry for all the questions! Any answers would be great.
Meanwhile I'll keep looking around the internet myself.
Thanks,
Jeff