My First Build Log CM Storm Enforcer

Dean037 · 23 Sep 2011 at 10:51

Hi all as you know i have been posting many questions over the last few weeks and i have now purchased all my parts and going to make a build log, i will be doing it in bits as a little short on time but i fit my PSU yesterday and hard drive this morning anyway here are my specs

Asrock extreme 4 gen 3 mobo
Intel I5 2500k CPU
HIS ATI Radeon 2GB 6950 HD GPU ICEQX
Corsairs xms3 2 x 4GB
Samsung spinpoint F3 1TB
LG super multi Blue optical drive
Tranquillo cpu cooler
Antec 650w new PSU

anyway here are some pics and i will update as i go

installed the PSU

will try to route cable when i know were everthing goes as this is my first build,
i also done a quick job of inserting the hard drive witht the bolt free easy fitting system

will update this weekend feel free to tell me what you think or any questions thanks a lot everyone who has helped

Dean

Hagar · 23 Sep 2011 at 10:56

Nice spec. Looking good. Going to be a busy weekend, good luck.

Dean037 · 23 Sep 2011 at 11:04

Thanks yeah its my first build so heopefully goes well, do you think it is best to install cpu on mobo and ram and coooler before put mobo in case ?

Thanks dean

olivier renault · 23 Sep 2011 at 11:11

Dean037 said:
Thanks yeah its my first build so heopefully goes well, do you think it is best to install cpu on mobo and ram and coooler before put mobo in case ?

Thanks dean

yes, gives you more room to work with (and the potential cooler backplate issues). DOnt forget motherboard standoffs, and the I/O shield at the back (and in the right position) before putting the motherboard in the case.

couple of vids for you

Dean037 · 23 Sep 2011 at 11:14

Thanks a lot oliver very helpful

Hagar · 23 Sep 2011 at 11:48

The cooler is a very useful place to lift the motherboard into position. One hand on the cooler and a finger or two on the lower edge of the board.

Dean037 · 26 Sep 2011 at 20:48

Hi all sorry not updated been very busy and going on a corse rom work tomorro then on my hols for a week so will update u all in a couple of weeks , just installed my cpu,cpu cooler and ram took my time and think all went well just a bit fiddley. anyway will update u all asap need it built for end of next month as my games are out like stronghold 3 and diablo 3 and skyrim

Thanks for help so far everyone

azibux1 · 17 Oct 2011 at 23:54

Looks good so far

How is the build going? Harder/Easier than you expected?

akazzz · 17 Oct 2011 at 23:59

I'm planning on doing my 1st custom build system too.

From the looks of your parts, your system is gonna be awesome!

Best of luck to you!

RetroX · 18 Oct 2011 at 11:28

Looks good, I am another one planning my first build to, so I am always looking at how other people are getting on atm

Love the case btw! tempting!

storm45 · 18 Oct 2011 at 12:43

omg that case look wikidd, thinking of swapping my one for it lol

Good luck with the rest of the build!

Hyburnate · 18 Oct 2011 at 15:27

Just a little tip, plug your kettle lead into the psu and into the wall outlet but don't turn it on at the wall, then touch the case, it will make sure your grounded.