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    My final(?) rework of my first new build in 7+ years

    Well, a week after the build and I couldn't be happier, honestly. It's dead quiet, SUPER cool and mind-blowingly fast. Thanks for all the feedback and help, y'all. The only downside is that my wife is now pretty hella jealous and I'm now having to build her a similar rig, but with a...
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    Fan layout feedback for my new rig (R5 case w/ 980Ti & i7-6700k)

    Tonight I build my new rig and would love feedback on what I have planned and if I need to place the 4th case fan that I have. Components: CPU: Intel Core i7-6700K 4.0GHz Quad-Core Processor CPU Cooler: Noctua NH-D15 82.5 CFM CPU Cooler Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-Z170X-Gaming 5 ATX LGA1151...
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    My final(?) rework of my first new build in 7+ years

    Alright, based on suggestions, I made the following changes: - 850 Pro instead of the 950 Pro I had originally. - Nctura DH15 instead of the liquid cooling (the case and RAM have enough clearance) - Bumped up the PSU to 850w to make sure I have plenty of clearance for a 2nd Ti, if I decide...
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    My final(?) rework of my first new build in 7+ years

    This is my first new rig in a LONG time and after weeks of research & a first round of suggestions, this is what I've come up with. This will be for gaming (eventually 4K), some video editing, and general use. Once the prices come down a bit, I'll be getting a 2nd 980 Ti video card, so that...
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    Ready for a new rig. Any "next big thing" I should watch out for?

    The new Samsung 950 Pro M.2 SSD is coming mid month that apparently is a big jump in performance vs the 850's...I'm waiting for them to pull the trigger, fwiw.
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    My new build...been out of the game for a number of years. Thoughts & critiques?

    Great feedback, thanks, y'all. As for the cooler, I can be convinced to not go with the Nepton, but I really want to shy away from the uber-giant air coolers for a CPU. I can look deeper into other options, however. I wouldn't mind other suggestions other than the massive-giants, though. :)...
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    My new build...been out of the game for a number of years. Thoughts & critiques?

    I edited the OP based on suggestions. More thoughts are most certainly welcome!
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    My new build...been out of the game for a number of years. Thoughts & critiques?

    My poor old rig is now 8 years old (don't laugh too hard) and for my birthday, my wife sprung on me that I could build its replacement. So after weeks of hemming & hawing (and lots of research since I've been out of the game for a number of years), here are my choices. I encourage helpful input...
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    How much overhead should a power supply have?

    Cool, thanks y'all. Decided to go with a 750 Watt EVGA PSU (http://pcpartpicker.com/mr/newegg/evga-power-supply-220g20750xr).
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    How much overhead should a power supply have?

    I've been out of the game for a number of years and am getting back into building my own rig (http://pcpartpicker.com/p/GZyjrH if you're curious). Based on that and leaving room for potential SLI in the future, is appears that a 600 watt PSU would be enough...but is there a certain threshold of...
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    2013 Steam Holiday Sale! SALE IS OVER

    Really hoping it does win. Never tried it but looks intriguing. More so than the others.
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    Gaming podcasts that you listen to?

    I searched and the last thread on this was 3+ years old, so thought I'd ask... What do you listen to for gaming (PC & console)? Giantbombcast is my #1 and haven't found anything else close to it. What ya got?
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    Steam page shows 3 announcements coming

    The thing you guys are missing is that you're paying retail if you build your own rig. These guys buy in bulk and it'll be considerably cheaper. IMO, you guys are way off here. :shrug:
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    The Official Xbox One Thread

    Thx fellas.
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    The Official Xbox One Thread

    What channel is this going to be on DTV?
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    Amazon MAYhem sale (some steamable/origin)

    Yeah hoping that changes tomorrow. Dunno why it's unavailable now that I made up my mind to get it. *sigh*
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    The Official Xbox One Thread

    PS3(& 4?) - Don't pay to use services like Netflix, MLB.tv, etc. 360 (and next gen) - You do have to pay for those services. No thanks to paying to use them on top of the service itself.
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    Sim City 5

    You guys do realize that it's likely that all games on the new generation of systems are going to require a full-time internet connection as well as cloud saves? Does it suck? Yup, but it's an eventuality that everyone is either going to have to deal with or stop gaming.
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    It is 1/14/2013...

    Wow, seriously people? How has not a single person mentioned "The Last of Us"? That's my #1, followed by the new SimCity and Watch Dogs.
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    2012 Steam Summer Sale: DEAD!

    So happy I didn't pull the trigger!!!
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    2012 Steam Summer Sale: DEAD!

    Just happy about Divinity II finally making it! :dancingpickle: Gonna actually, finally, show some fucking restraint and NOT buy Arma2 for DayZ due to the only 40% off. See, look, wifey...I CAN show restraint! eta: so what if I spent twice my budget....:p
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    2012 Steam Summer Sale: DEAD!

    "INCLUDES SOFTWARE THAT COLLECTS DATA ONLINE NECESSARY TO PROVIDE INGAME ADVERTISING." No thanks, I'm all set.
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    2012 Steam Summer Sale: DEAD!

    Seriously. So frustrating. Only game left that I desperately want is Divinity II and the people have failed me. :kicksrockandshakesfistatthecommunity!:
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    2012 Steam Summer Sale: DEAD!

    Sounds about right here too. Oof. But, in all honesty, I should be set until this time next year.
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    2012 Steam Summer Sale: DEAD!

    Well, with SimCity 4 winning (my #1 game on my wishlist), really, the only game(s) I'm waiting to see if they go on a sick sale are: Divinity II Arma II (just for the DayZ mod) Awesome that the vast majority of my wants have been on 75%+ sales :dancingpickle:
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    2012 Steam Summer Sale: DEAD!

    3.3G saved for me, thanks!
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    2012 Steam Summer Sale: DEAD!

    Please don't on the bolded. They made many mistakes in this and they have admitted as much. Skip it and go straight to The Walking Dead. You'll be glad you did.
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    2012 Steam Summer Sale: DEAD!

    It's boardgame-ish. Haven't gotten to it yet. Will report back when I do.
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    2012 Steam Summer Sale: DEAD!

    So far $75.68 spent of my $100 budget. Really wanted the Batman collection but it was just too much. If at the end of the sale, I have the money and it's back on for the final day, then game on! So far: Syberia (I & II) Collection OMD Dangerous High School Girls in Trouble (from a suggestion...
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    2012 Steam Summer Sale: DEAD!

    Anyone think that the Walking Dead (the one game that I absolutely will get during the sale that I've been waiting for) will go lower? TIA, will answer yours :)
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    2012 Steam Summer Sale: DEAD!

    Today's deals: Serious Sam 3 - 9.99 SR3 - 12.49 The Walking Dead (only 40% off?!?) - 14.99 Mount & Blade w/ Fire & Sword - 2.49 Cities XL 2012 - 9.99 Darkness II - 12.49 Trine 2 - 3.74 Hitman Blood Money - 2.49 Indie Bundle IV - 9.99
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    2012 Steam Summer Sale: DEAD!

    Most definitely. Although the community isn't bad.
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    2012 Steam Summer Sale: DEAD!

    This. Bought it last year and it's a ton of fun. Good strat game.
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    2012 Steam Summer Sale: DEAD!

    Kaotik, thanks as always for the time/work/effort you put in during the sales. And my wife always gets a kick out of sale time on Steam. I turn into the worlds biggest 5yo. :thumbup:
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    Skyrim - The Official Thread of Dragons, Shouts and A True Openworld

    Yup, agreed. My wife got me one before the game released and I'm a big fan. And it makes a nice coffee table book :)
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    Skyrim - The Official Thread of Dragons, Shouts and A True Openworld

    I really don't understand using glitches (or any ritual stone that speeds up leveling). :shrug: The whole point of the game is enjoying the ride, not just arriving at the destination. To each their own I guess.
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    Skyrim - The Official Thread of Dragons, Shouts and A True Openworld

    Apparently it was/there are a plethora of random world encounters and that was one, so please disregard the above post.
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    Skyrim - The Official Thread of Dragons, Shouts and A True Openworld

    I need help finding someone's body: TIA