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[sj4]

Hi
This is my first post in this forum and would like to thank in advance every member for giving their time and know how freely so others can benefit.

Currently I am building a high end work station for a friend would like your input. I would appreciate if you be specific what to add or change to the following list.

COOLER MASTER Storm Scout SGC-2000-KKN1-GP Black Steel / Plastic ATX Mid Tower Computer Case - Retail Model #:SGC-2000-KKN1-GP Item #:N82E16811119196 Return Policy:Standard Return Policy In Stock Note (Add11-119-196)


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Intel Xeon X3460 Lynnfield 2.8GHz LGA 1156 95W Quad-Core Server Processor Model BX80605X3460 - Retail Model #:BX80605X3460 Item #:N82E16819117223 Return Policy:CPU Replacement Only Return Policy In Stock Note (Add19-117-223)


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CORSAIR DOMINATOR 8GB (4 x 2GB) 240-Pin DDR3 SDRAM DDR3 1600 (PC3 12800) Desktop Memory Model CMD8GX3M4A1600C8 - Retail Model #:CMD8GX3M4A1600C8 Item #:N82E16820145267 Return Policy:Memory Standard Return Policy In Stock Note (Add20-145-267)


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Intel X25-M Mainstream SSDSA2M080G2XXX 2.5" 80GB SATA II MLC Internal Solid State Drive (SSD) - OEM Model #:SSDSA2M080G2XXX Item #:N82E16820167016 Return Policy:Limited Replacement Only Return Policy In Stock Note (Add20-167-016)


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Seagate Barracuda LP ST32000542AS 2TB 5900 RPM SATA 3.0Gb/s 3.5" Hard Drive -Bare Drive Model #:ST32000542AS Item #:N82E16822148413 Return Policy:Standard Return Policy In Stock Note (Add22-148-413)


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PLEXTOR Black BD Combo SATA Model PX-B320SA LightScribe Support - OEM Model #:PX-B320SA Item #:N82E16827249055 Return Policy:Limited Replacement Only Return Policy In Stock COOLER MASTER Storm Scout SGC-2000-KKN1-GP Black Steel / Plastic ATX Mid Tower Computer Case - Retail Model #:SGC-2000-KKN1-GP Item #:N82E16811119196 Return Policy:Standard Return Policy In Stock Note (Add11-119-196)


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ASUS P7F-X LGA 1156 Intel 3420 ATX Intel Xeon 3400 series / Core i7-800 series / Core i5-700 series Server Motherboard - Retail Model #:P7F-X Item #:N82E16813131596 Return Policy:Standard Return Policy In Stock Note (Add13-131-596)


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PNY VCQFX580-PCIE-PB Quadro FX 580 512MB 128-bit GDDR3 PCI Express 2.0 x16 Workstation Video Card - Retail Model #:VCQFX580-PCIE-PB Item #:N82E16814133273 Return Policy:VGA Standard Return Policy In Stock Note (Add14-133-273)


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CORSAIR CMPSU-650HX 650W ATX12V v2.2 / EPS12V 2.91 SLI Ready 80 PLUS BRONZE Certified Modular Active PFC Power Supply - Retail Model #:CMPSU-650HX Item #:N82E16817139012 Return Policy:Standard Return Policy In Stock Mail in Rebate Card17-139-012
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[ViviTheMage]

Looks fine really ... unless there are budget concerns?

What is he going to be using it for exactly? What applications?

 

[mfenn]

Hi, welcome to the forums!

I see a few issues with that build.

First, you're using a Xeon and a server board, but you're not using ECC memory. There's really no advantage of the X3460 over the i7 860 other than the fact that Xeon supports ECC memory. You should either get some ECC memory, or step down to the i7 860. If you decide to go with the 860, you should be aware that you're paying too much for the memory. You can get 8GB of DDR3 1600 for ~$210.

Second, Plextor used to be good, but now they're the same as everyone else and are just milking their brand name. You can get a Lite-on or LG BD combo drive for about $105.

I see the case listed twice, I hope you're not planning to buy two! Also, in the future, you should be aware that copy-and-paste from Newegg doesn't work too well. You should either do a screenshot or manually format your post.

 

[ViviTheMage]

I was going to say move up, get an E5520, haha, but a i7 would be plenty fine most likely.

I would get the Antec 300 case, one of my favorite, cheaper, but nicely built cases.

 

[sj4]

Thank you all for your quick response.mfenn I am going with i7 860 should I use the same mobo? the computer is mainly for video editing not on the heavy side just to be faster than the average build. The case is listed twice by mistake.
I am going to change the case too, But it has to have a space for SSD. I have read a review about new case like that on the internet but can not remember where.

 

[mfenn]

Thank you all for your quick response.mfenn I am going with i7 860 should I use the same mobo? the computer is mainly for video editing not on the heavy side just to be faster than the average build. The case is listed twice by mistake.
I am going to change the case too, But it has to have a space for SSD. I have read a review about new case like that on the internet but can not remember where.

That mobo would work, and it seems to be a decent price. It's really meant for a server though. Note the paucity of rear-panel USB ports, the dual NICs, the rear-panel serial port, and the lack of any Firewire or eSATA ports.. A normal P55 board would be fine (and a little cheaper) might be better for this application. I would also get rid of the Dominator RAM, and step down to something cheaper.

As far as the SSD goes, you don't really have to worry about finding a case that has a special slot for the SSD. Just get a 2.5" to 3.5" adapter.

EDIT: It would actually be cheaper (overall) for you to get the retail X25-M, since it comes with an adapter.