Self Build ~ But, questions remain

[Valzoric]

Hello,
Looking to get some info on a build I will be working on. I plan to use this computer mostly for gaming. Not sure of a few things, but hopefully I can get some feedback. I have a flexible amount to spend. Looking to have something that will play anything I can throw at it, and also be viable for a while going forward

My Build:

Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo E8400
Mobo: Asus P5Q-E (I want to run 2 4870 in crossfire. Looking for info on this board)
HDD's: 2 - WD Caviar SE16 500 GB Hard Drives running in a raid
PSU: Thermaltake Toughpower 750 Watt
Case: Thermaltake Soprano RS101
Cooling: Thermaltake TMG i1
Ram: 4 GB (2 x 2GB) Corsair Dual Channel PC6400 DDR2 800mhz
Video: 2 - ATI 4870HD's running in Crossfire


Suggestions are very welcome. Also any bad experiences or recommendations are very much appreciated.

Thanks

 

[Juked07]

Vid cards could be overkill... What screen resolution are you going to be using?

 

[DSF]

How did you decide on the Toughpower?

 

[Roguestar]

Better not be 'RAID'-0.

 

[Valzoric]

Sorry for not getting back sooner...it was a busy weekend.

Juke: I'll be running in 1680x1050 resolution. The twin cards might be a bit overkill, but I figured if I have the money now, might make it so I wont have to upgrade anytime soon.

DSF: I've had experience with several PSU's, and generally I've had no bad experienced with any brand. I wanted something in the 700 to 800W power range, and I believe when I looked at it the Toughpower had the best deal going. Other then that, no specific bias for or against.

 

[RapidSnail]

And in a short while, there will be single GPU's faster than that XF setup. Don't invest in hardware.

Edit: One 4870 is enough for that resolution, and you could even get by with a 4850. Save your money.