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compfused

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Hey guys, I got a new desktop build I am pretty excited about, I want you guys to check it out, give me the pros and cons, point on any conflicts, and tell me if I forgot anything before I set this in stone and start ordering parts. Everything is off newegg. (Also note this will be my first solo build ;))

COOLER MASTER Centurion 5 CAC-T05-WW Black/Silver Aluminum Bezel, SECC Chassis ATX Mid Tower Computer Case - Retail 49.99


Intel Core 2 Quad Q6600 Kentsfield 2.4GHz 2 x 4MB L2 Cache LGA 775 Processor - Retail 279.99

Western Digital Caviar SE16 WD2500KS 250GB 7200 RPM 16MB Cache SATA 3.0Gb/s Hard Drive - OEM

G.SKILL 2GB (2 x 1GB) 240-Pin DDR2 SDRAM DDR2 800 (PC2 6400) Dual Channel Kit Desktop Memory - Retail 69.99

XFX MB-N680-ISH LGA 775 NVIDIA nForce 680i SLI ATX Intel Motherboard - Retail 219.99

2x SAMSUNG Black 20X DVD+R 8X DVD+RW 12X DVD+R DL 20X DVD-R 6X DVD-RW 12X DVD-RAM 16X DVD-ROM 48X CD-R 32X CD-RW 48X CD-ROM 2MB Cache SATA 20X DVD±R DVD Burner - OEM 63.00

EVGA 640-P2-N821-AR GeForce 8800GTS 640MB 320-bit GDDR3 PCI Express x16 HDCP Ready SLI Supported Video Card - Retail 369.99


OCZ GameXStream OCZ700GXSSLI ATX12V 700W Power Supply 100 - 240 V - Retail 139.99

Arctic Silver CMQ-22G The high-density, ceramic-based thermal compound - Retail
10.99

Microsoft Windows Vista 64-Bit Ultimate for System Builders Single Pack DVD - OEM 179.99

Acer AL2216Wbd Black 22" 5ms DVI Widescreen LCD Monitor with HDCP support 300 cd/m2 700:1 - Retail 219.99

Kensington Ci70 2-Tone 103 Normal Keys 5 Function Keys USB Wireless Standard Desktop Set - Titanium Mouse Included - Retail 74.99


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I'm going to do this over time because frankly I can't afford to drop almost 2k at a whim lol. Also I went relativly low on the hdd space to save some money. I wanted the big screen but I'm a little flexible, mostly I want to know about my mobo choice and how compatible it will be with the rest of my hardware. How will this computer do performance wise? Any and all input is welcome and appreciated!

Edit:Updated components with suggested replacements, keep em coming :):):)
 
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Oh I didn't realize that hdd is ide whoops, I thought I might get the one 8800gts to start off and then when a little more money trickles in get another and sli them, that's why I chose said mobo, then afterwards I will have the option to upgrade to dual 8800gtx (upgrading the psu).
 
I personally will not pay extra $$ for Vista Ultimate, I would rather spend that extra $$ for a better Monitor...
Not sure why you choose 2 DVD burner with same brand, I knew some DVD burner will occasionally have problem in compatibility with DVDs. May worth to get 2 different brand.
 
The thermal paste I chose is supposed to be a little better quality than the Artic Silver 5, as to the dvd burners I was just wondering that's going to read cds for like game installations and ripping cds right? Or do I need a combo drive? I was a little confused by this when I planned the build.
 
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