Ok, does my system need anything else???

[Jbroad572]

This is my first computer I'm putting together. I want to have everything looked over, so I don't have any problems and end up being disappointed because I have to wait for a part to come in.

Here's what I have:
Lian LI v1000b
Dell2001fp
BFG 6800GT
DFI Lanparty nf3 250gb mobo
PC3200 1x512 Crucial Ballistix
74gb Raptor HD (oem)
NEC (oem)
Fortron 530 PSU (retail)
CPU (will be ordered by Monday and will hopefully be retail)
The mobo comes with the following:
2 connectors for 4 additional external USB 2.0/1.1 ports
1 connector for 1 external IEEE 1394 port (Optional)
1 front audio connector for external line-out and mic-in jacks
1 CD-in internal audio connector
1 S/PDIF connector for optical cable connection
1 IrDA connector
4 Serial ATA connectors
2 IDE connectors
1 floppy connector
2 ATX power supply connectors (20-pin and 4-pin)
1 front panel connector
3 fan connectors for CPU fan, chassis fan and 2nd fan
EZ touch switches (power switch and reset switch)





I will have to air cool for the time being, since my cpu block is on back order,
but after that I will have:

Mag 3 Pump
Swiftwech MCW6002 (AMD 64) cpu block
Swiftech MCW50 (6800gt) gpu block
10ft of Clearflex 1/2" tubing
86 Chevette Heater core

I just want to make sure I'm not going to need any additional cables or anything. If so, I would like to know now, so I can order and have everything here next week (hoping to have it all together by next friday-parts pending)

 

[mechBgon]

Watercooling why? For overclocking? If so, wouldn't you want faster RAM than straight PC3200? Just a thought.

Also, I don't see pizza on your list, don't forget now... Anyway, the parts appear compatible. If it were me, I would pass on the watercooling, get a nice Zalman or Alpha, and spend the watercooling funds on another 512MB of RAM. But I presume you have your reasons, and it's your rig, so good luck!

 

[cirthix]

from my experience, i highly recommend geil ddr550 (pc4400). i'd get a better psu(quality is often better than quantity. i'd recommend a 15k scsi drive instead of the raptor, but that's just me!. maybe a second drive for storage, you will fill up 70gigs fast. nice mobo, nice monitor. i recommend getting the very low power (1.2v) 2800+ mobile cpu if it si socket 754 (i havent looked at the mobo, so i dont know). about the tubing, get reinforced tubing. heatercores are good, i got one i'd also get a via aqua 1300 pump instad, i have one and it works BEAUTIFULLY, and only cost me 30 bux shipped. i also recommend making your own waterblock by brazing copper together, but you're a first timer, so i'll give you some slack. i also second the pizza option!! i do see you missing some things, important ones, like a KEYBOARD and MOUSE!! i recommend the viewsonic wired usb keyboard, it is nice and thin. i personally use a logitech trackball, but get whatever you like for the mouse. pm me if you need help, i'm usually online.

 

[Jbroad572]

Well, I've bought the psu, hd, case, and dvd drive. The memory did well on the anandtech review and it was suggested bc of performance. I had to cut the slack somewhere so I decided to buy another stick in 2 weeks. I will also buy another hd soon, pref 200 gb.

Watercooling is a definite. I love the look, capabilities, plus I've done too much research to turn back now.
I guess I'm mainly concerned about missing any connection cables, since the drives came with just the drives. I'm guessing everything in the mobo package will hve me covered.

 

[Corporate Thug]

Originally posted by: mechBgon
Watercooling why? For overclocking? If so, wouldn't you want faster RAM than straight PC3200? Just a thought.

Also, I don't see pizza on your list, don't forget now... Anyway, the parts appear compatible. If it were me, I would pass on the watercooling, get a nice Zalman or Alpha, and spend the watercooling funds on another 512MB of RAM. But I presume you have your reasons, and it's your rig, so good luck!

its ballistix, it will OC just fine if need be

and i agree, make some room for another 512

 

[Jbroad572]

Would I only need a rounded IDE cable for the NEC dvd drive? What about sleeving, what should I look for? Wanted to do UV sleeving, might add a cold cathose as well. Will I have all the connections I need?

I read that the Fortron 530 PSU was a very good unit and is the same as the Sparkle psu's.