Custom Build Advice

[take2hikes]

A couple years back when VoodooPC was making the transition to be completely under HP, I purchased an Omen-R case. Once I can sell my current notebook (HP Envy 15) I am intend on finally building my custom desktop (hopefully LC'd).

My main reason for posting here is just to get general advice about a good build, or even parts suggestions. I've replaced components in a computer before, but I've never built one from the ground-up. I have a tendency to want to buy the best of everything, and while I'd love to spend $5,000 on an incredible setup - I know that in reality I barely even need half of that.

My intentions are basically to use the PC as my home unit, web, some light gaming, probably some Photoshop, and various programming applications. I've been thinking of getting a Macbook Air for class when they get refreshed with Sandy Bridge processors. It's so small and lightweight it wouldn't be an inconvenience or distraction at all to take with me. The setup I build will basically be to support that. I debated purchasing a higher end iMac when they get refreshed (heard rumors of next week), but once you get them configured with an SSD they aren't particularly cheap, either.

So.. if you have any questions, feel free. Otherwise.. fire away!

 

[scbjmshpv]

done right and depending on what parts do you need the LC'd cooled system can end up on base price of around 1000-1200 depending on what parts do you need.

forgive me if i'm wrong but i understand that you already have a case, if so that is one less thing to worry about. although a picture of it or link will be better to assist you in the build.

since you want water cooling i'm not sure how far you want to take it, if you are planning on only cooling CPU than i suggest the all in one liquid cooler. though best it'll only cool your CPU, (which honestly being moderate gamer i haven't had problem with other components being cooled on air.) if you are going all out well first you'll need to set up what kind of cooling would you like and than work on PC components from there and after that you can pick out right liquid cooling parts for set up which depends on how much room do you have in your system or outside if you are planning on running the set up outside as well.