I'm fairly clueless when it comes to selecting MB/CPU/memory combos - so I selected all the component based on the sticky thread in this section.
http://secure.newegg.com/WishL...47&WishListTitle=jun08
My main fear with this build is overclocking. I've never done it and have no idea how to go about doing it properly. I'd assume it's fairly safe since Dell's gaming PC's are factory overclocked. I was going to buy a Dell (seriously) until I read they may be ending their XPS line and they're still using 8800GT's in their budget gaming rig. Is overclocking fairly idiot proof?
I'll search around the forums but if anyone can provide an update to date "Overclocking for dummies" that would be great.
My second fear is the CPU cooler - I've always used the factory cooler and never really had to apply thermal paste (I think the last system I built (AMD 3400+) used a pad - not paste... if I recall correctly. I don't want to screw it up.
I may order the case from a different vendor since newegg's price is fairly high. Also, that xigmatek retention bracket is out of stock, anyone know a reputable vendor I can order that from?
Is there anything you guys would change!?
Thanks!
http://secure.newegg.com/WishL...47&WishListTitle=jun08
My main fear with this build is overclocking. I've never done it and have no idea how to go about doing it properly. I'd assume it's fairly safe since Dell's gaming PC's are factory overclocked. I was going to buy a Dell (seriously) until I read they may be ending their XPS line and they're still using 8800GT's in their budget gaming rig. Is overclocking fairly idiot proof?
My second fear is the CPU cooler - I've always used the factory cooler and never really had to apply thermal paste (I think the last system I built (AMD 3400+) used a pad - not paste... if I recall correctly. I don't want to screw it up.
I may order the case from a different vendor since newegg's price is fairly high. Also, that xigmatek retention bracket is out of stock, anyone know a reputable vendor I can order that from?
Is there anything you guys would change!?
Thanks!