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Will this Case Work Well For My System?

I'd suggest getting a 450W+ power supply since you want to OC... If you look through the threads you'll find PLENTY of posts about power supplies. Everyone, it seems, has brands they favor over others. Personally, I like Antec (see my sig). I've used Tt PSU's before and they seem to be ok. I've not had feedback of them failing [yet] but time will tell. I have used Antec PSU's for extended periods, with one lasting over 3 years before I sold it with a case (was still 100% but I was getting the NeoPower so I had no use for the old TruePower). As with most things, PSU makers usually have a few different lines. If you go for at least the mid range, or high end, the chances of you having issues is greatly reduced. I'm also not a fan of the fans with lites in them in PSU's or the ones with clear housings (or parts of the housings). A PSU should simply do it's job effectively, in the background and not care how it looks (as far as bling goes).
 
It should.. Or you can get this one and save a few dollars on the PSU... I have the NeoPower 480W and it has no issue powering everything in my rig...

I couldn't tell if the case has any spots for more fans in the front. The only [real] way to tell if it will have enough cooling (for the case) is to install everything and power it up. I would suggest you do some cable management from the very start, to help air move better inside the case.
 
For cable management, you can start by tucking them out of the way. Another way is to use the rounded cables for any IDE devices. You can also sleeve the power supply lines to better manage them. I use electrical zip ties to hold wires in position and manage them better/easier...
 
I suggest you try the 350W PS that comes with the case before spending major bucks on a new one you may not need. More than likely, you will be fine.

Honestly, the Centurion 5 looks like a nice case but it's not a very good value if you are planning on junking the PS straight away.
 
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