New Build - High powered i5 ivybridge PC

meathman 007

meathman 007

meathman 007

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I think I have finally come to a decision after some great advice on here. My needs have changed somewhat and my budget has gone up as a result...

Needs:

  • Media playback and general PC browsing.
  • DVD encoding and possibly BluRay playback/encoding in the future.
  • Software development, web development etc.
  • Flexible system that can easily to turned into a quality gaming PC in the future by adding a dedication GPU (unlikely, but I would like the option to exist).
  • Good resale value by buying parts that can be overclocked, even though...
  • I will NOT be overclocking this system.
  • No gaming will be done under the current spec.
  • This is my first build, so I am happy to pay a bit extra for some parts which are more aesthetically pleasing (the case mainly) - although performance is still the main requirement. I know there is better value to be had out there and I will definitely be looking for that in future builds. I am just interested in getting the best possible system for now and future upgrade-ability for around the £500 mark...
Setup:

  • I already have Windows 7 64 bit premium, Dell 2407 monitor, speakers, keyboards etc.
  • I have a 500gb external hard drive which will be used for my music/video library. Windows will be installed on the M4 SSD.
  • I am happy that the onboard Intel HD 4000 graphics on the i5 will be sufficient for the needs I outlined above.

My basket:


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Any advice before I head to checkout would be appreciated...
 
 
I wouldn't think so, OCZ psu's have good lengths and all the cables reach and I have a 650D which is one of the larger cases for ATX motherboard sizes.
 
meathman 007 said:
Thanks. My first build, so in a line or two, what is the difference between a modular PSU and the one I have above?
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A modular PSU has some cables not attached, so you just attach the ones you need.

For instance, while you don't have a graphics card you won't need any PCIe connectors, so they can stay in the box until you need them and not clutter the case.
 
beejjacobs said:
A modular PSU has some cables not attached, so you just attach the ones you need.

For instance, while you don't have a graphics card you won't need any PCIe connectors, so they can stay in the box until you need them and not clutter the case.
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Thanks. So it's a no brainer to go for that Coolermaster one then?

Any issues with reliability that you know of?
 
stulid said:
Cheaper motherboard - http://www.overclockers.co.uk/showproduct.php?prodid=MB-202-MS&groupid=701&catid=5&subcat=2261

That Coolermaster PSU only has 34amps on the 12v rail, get something with more ummphh

This Antec has 40amps - http://www.overclockers.co.uk/showproduct.php?prodid=CA-147-AN&groupid=701&catid=123&subcat=
This OCZ has 45amps - http://www.overclockers.co.uk/showproduct.php?prodid=CA-058-OC&groupid=701&catid=123&subcat=
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Brings the price up a decent bit, but I will keep it in mind.

Thanks.
 
 
 
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