Just ordered all the bits for my first build - have I missed anything?

pengjn · 14 May 2009 at 23:08

Well - after months of agonising, this evening I finally pulled the trigger on my first self build PC and ordered what I hope is all the bits I need for the build from OcUK.

A couple of questions: -

i) Sorry for being an utter noob but how do i insert a pic into the post so I can show you guys what I bought and you can let me know if there are additional bits I need to add to my order?

ii) Is there a 'first time build guide' around anywhere?

Cheers,
Jimbo

Shawreyboy · 14 May 2009 at 23:21

Question A Answer:
There is an insert image icon where you write your message looks like a mountain

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Question B answer is: if your unsure about building take a look at vids on youtube.. they wont have the same hardware but the principle is the same. hope that helps on your quest

pengjn · 14 May 2009 at 23:30

Shawreyboy said:
Question A Answer:
There is an insert image icon where you write your message looks like a mountain .

Question B answer is: if your unsure about building take a look at vids on youtube.. they wont have the same hardware but the principle is the same. hope that helps on your quest

Thanks a lot for the quick reply. When I click on insert image it asks me for the URL. If I put in c:/blah/blah/blah/blah.jpg it doesn't work. Clearly I'm being a moron but how's it done?

B: Perfect - thanks.

Shawreyboy · 14 May 2009 at 23:34

i think you put in the url of your basket screen. i hope this works ive never done it before just assumed lmao. should be the v nice coolmaster 335 case if all goes right. and no problem for quick reply

Shawreyboy · 14 May 2009 at 23:35

i think that failed epically LOL

satriani1412 · 14 May 2009 at 23:36

When inserting an image, it MUST be a URL, system directories dont work.

Screenshot your basket and upload it to photobucket/imageshack etc then copy the direct link, and paste it into the "enter the URL of your image" when you click to insert an image.

pengjn · 14 May 2009 at 23:37

Shawreyboy said:
Question A Answer:
There is an insert image icon where you write your message looks like a mountain .

Question B answer is: if your unsure about building take a look at vids on youtube.. they wont have the same hardware but the principle is the same. hope that helps on your quest

Shawreyboy said:
i think that failed epically LOL

It did! LOL

Glad it's not just me who can't do it. CHecking out this on utube at the mo: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NR-IRGJQVSU&annotation_id=annotation_96179&feature=iv

Shawreyboy · 14 May 2009 at 23:39

satriani1412 said:
When inserting an image, it MUST be a URL, system directories dont work.

Screenshot your basket and upload it to photobucket/imageshack etc then copy the direct link, and paste it into the "enter the URL of your image" when you click to insert an image.

thats probs why i failed lol

pengjn · 14 May 2009 at 23:44

Shawreyboy said:
thats probs why i failed lol

OK cool - hopefully this works...

Woo hooo! Finally got the basket up there! OK - so can you let me know if i've missed anything critical and also what tools I'm going to need? I only have a few screwdrivers and some pliers at the moment. Do i need a fan controller or anything? Will the gfx card come with a DVI cable? I didn't order a sound card cos I thought the onboard might be OK but I don't know if a card is required to drive the headset?

JonJ678 · 14 May 2009 at 23:54

Hey. It pains me to say it, because I really do like ocz, but don't touch the elitexstream with a stick. 5 year warranty, end of life product within 8 months. Mine died on me, their forums have a ridiculous number all failing with the same symptoms. They replaced it with a better pc power and cooling one, so I'm well happy, but it's still stress.

A 500 and a 1tb hard drive? To what end?
Looking good beyond that. Bear in mind you can currently get a 4870x2 for less than the 285gtx

Shawreyboy · 14 May 2009 at 23:54

pretty epic specs there mate. you considered thermalright TRUE cpu cooler, without doubt the best on the market and you can get 1366 mounts for it and is cheaper than the noctua although that is a v good cooler.

http://www.overclockers.co.uk/showproduct.php?prodid=HS-060-TR&groupid=701&catid=57&subcat=

corsair psu?? 850w but is still overkill... even for I7 and your graph card and a couple quid cheaper but better quality.

http://www.overclockers.co.uk/showproduct.php?prodid=CA-013-CS&groupid=701&catid=123&subcat=

your graphics card will come with all retail packaging (install disk, nice box) but no DVI cable that will come with a monitor.

pengjn · 14 May 2009 at 23:59

JonJ678 said:
Hey. It pains me to say it, because I really do like ocz, but don't touch the elitexstream with a stick. 5 year warranty, end of life product within 8 months. Mine died on me, their forums have a ridiculous number all failing with the same symptoms. They replaced it with a better pc power and cooling one, so I'm well happy, but it's still stress.

A 500 and a 1tb hard drive? To what end?
Looking good beyond that. Bear in mind you can currently get a 4870x2 for less than the 285gtx

OK cool - any recommendation on a repalcement for the elitexstream?

I thought about going for 2 * 1tb, one for the OS/apps and one for data but i figured that was super overkill. Again - any recommendation appreciated.

monkehhh · 15 May 2009 at 00:00

Seems like you've got Far Cry 2 twice.. once with the CPU, once on it's own?

EDIT - ah, it's at the bottom as £0

pengjn · 15 May 2009 at 00:04

Shawreyboy said:
pretty epic specs there mate. you considered thermalright TRUE cpu cooler, without doubt the best on the market and you can get 1366 mounts for it and is cheaper than the noctua although that is a v good cooler.

http://www.overclockers.co.uk/showproduct.php?prodid=HS-060-TR&groupid=701&catid=57&subcat=

corsair psu?? 850w but is still overkill... even for I7 and your graph card and a couple quid cheaper but better quality.

http://www.overclockers.co.uk/showproduct.php?prodid=CA-013-CS&groupid=701&catid=123&subcat=

your graphics card will come with all retail packaging (install disk, nice box) but no DVI cable that will come with a monitor.

That cooler looks sweet - does it have a fan inside? The one I have ordered does have a fan.

A couple of people recommended to go heavy on the power in case I want to go to twin gfx cards in the future. Will an 850w handle my rig with 2 * 285s?

Nice catch - i'll get a cable because i'm going to be using it with a 1080p 37" LCD, which didn't come with a DVI either. :-(

Shawreyboy · 15 May 2009 at 00:08

i dont see why an 850w wont handle it. the total draw on my system at load = 400w so probs wont be a problem. probs best to go to the graphics board for that tho

if your going to hook you computer up to a TV your best getting a HDMI cable.. the graphics card will come with a DVI to HDMI adapter. DVI end goes on graphics card and HDMI to TV etc.

lynchy6789 · 15 May 2009 at 00:11

That motherboard and processor wont work together!

Only pulling your leg, a very nice set up wouldn't have got that case but that Personal preference i hope you enjoy the build.

Did my first build in Jan 09 and basically i just watched vids on youtube and it was very easy as it can only go in one place. Just take your time especially on CPU and heatsink plus wiring up (as your pc wont work and you will be there agers trying to find out what it is and you have forgotten to plug a wire in).

If you wanted go build machine outside case make sure it works but i didnt bother with that

. POST SOME PICTURES!!!!!!

Shawreyboy · 15 May 2009 at 00:16

pengjn said:
That cooler looks sweet - does it have a fan inside? The one I have ordered does have a fan.

the answer to that is i dont know. OcUK stopped stocking them for a while and i chose a different cooler.. the akasa nero. best to ask the overclocking board about fans im pretty sure it doesnt... people use xigmatek fans with it and are unfortunately not sold here on OcUK. stupidly good OC's with that combination better than watercooling in some cases the TRUE is that good

pengjn · 15 May 2009 at 00:17

Shawreyboy said:
i dont see why an 850w wont handle it. the total draw on my system at load = 400w so probs wont be a problem. probs best to go to the graphics board for that tho

if your going to hook you computer up to a TV your best getting a HDMI cable.. the graphics card will come with a DVI to HDMI adapter. DVI end goes on graphics card and HDMI to TV etc.

ok - wouldn't mind shaving a few quid off with an 850w TBH :-)

Yeah - i just noticed that my TV doesn't have DVI input - so as you say I'll go for an HDMI - thanks a lot.

pengjn · 15 May 2009 at 00:20

lynchy6789 said:
That motherboard and processor wont work together!

Only pulling your leg, a very nice set up wouldn't have got that case but that Personal preference i hope you enjoy the build.

Did my first build in Jan 09 and basically i just watched vids on youtube and it was very easy as it can only go in one place. Just take your time especially on CPU and heatsink plus wiring up (as your pc wont work and you will be there agers trying to find out what it is and you have forgotten to plug a wire in).

If you wanted go build machine outside case make sure it works but i didnt bother with that. POST SOME PICTURES!!!!!!

LOL - heart stopped for just a couple of seconds there before I read down :-)

Yeah - chose the case mainly cos it was big and hopefully that will make it less fiddly. Also - it looks like it has carry handles, so if i need to move the beast in the future it should help me.

THanks for the build advice. the PCW vids are pretty cool.

Will take lots of pics. Really hoping it works when i'm done building because i'm not famous for my DIY skills

Shawreyboy · 15 May 2009 at 00:22

hope everything goes ok with your build. will look forward to seeing some pics posted