Could someone approve my build? :s

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This is the first time i've ever built my own computer, so i just need to know if i've got everything i need, and if it's all compatible. I don't want any problems during installation. I've got over 1500 quids worth of stuff in my OcUK cart and all i need is an expert's approval before i make the order. :) I think i've checked everything but i need to be sure.

Spec:

CPU: AMD Athlon 64 X2 Dual Core 3800+
Mobo: DFI LanParty UT NF4 Ultra-D
PSU: Hiper Type R 580W Modular
RAM: Ocz 2Gb PC3200 Dual Channel Platinum Series
GPU: PowerColor ATi Radeon X1900XTX
HDD: Western Digital Caviar SE16 250Gb SATA2 16Mb Cache
DVD: Pioneer DVR-111D 16 x 16 DVD±RW Dual Layer ReWriter
(Will also be using a HP DVD±RW drive from current comp)
Case: Thermaltake VB1000SWS Soprano SuperMidi Tower - Silver
Monitor: Viewsonic VX2025 20" Widescreen LCD Monitor

CPU Cooler: Scythe Ninja; 120mm Akasa Amber Fan; Artic Silver 5
GPU Cooler: Zalman VF900

I'm also buying a Logitech G5 mouse, a Steelpad S&S mousepad and acopy of Windows XP Home. I'll be using my Saitek Eclipse keyboard from my current setup.

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So is there anything wrong with this build? For a start, am i missing anything? Is my mobo compatible with all my hardware, and vice versa? Is my PSU powerful enough to handle everything? Any other problems?

This will be such a load off my mind to finally get upgraded, and i don't plan on doing it again for a long while. :P Spent all of today looking round a couple forums (this one mainly) reading threads about what's best etc. And been looking round OcUK at all the hardware. :D I'm happy with my choices.

So if any of you guys could give me the go-ahead i'd very much appreciate it. Similarly, if i'm doing something wrong i'd be glad if you'd point it out. :rolleyes:

Thanks. :D

~Ragnaros
 
Ok guys. Thanks for the advice. :D

~Ragnaros

EDIT: Changed the PSU for a Tagan TG530-U22 530W ATX2.01 2Force SLi Compliant Silent PSU and changed the case for a Lian-Li PC7+
 
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