True_Avery Posted June 11, 2009 Share Posted June 11, 2009 Got all the parts, put it together, and got enough drivers to get it working properly. Case: CoolerMaster Cosmos An amazing case. I freaking love it, and will probably buy another CoolerMaster case for my next PC. The inside was well organized, it has amazing airflow, and with everything combined it is still audible but a cushioned audible that is comfortable. If I wanted, my MotherBoard has an option to make the fans quieter that I may use later. Both and up and a down side is that it is huge, but it managed to fit everything in comfortably so it was well worth the buy. Fans: CoolerMaster R4-C2R-20AC-GP Internal Case Fans Bought these over the default ones that came with the case. Good thing too, as they looked to be pretty cheap. 2000 RPM and individually they are silent. 6 in the case has them fairly audible, but a comfortable audible. I recommend these to anyone, as they are really nice fans. OS: Microsoft Windows Vista Ultimate SP1 64-bit for System Builders I had my initial doubts about Vista, but also heard that SP1 solved a lot of problems. Vista has come a long way, and I am impressed with it beyond words at the moment. Maybe that will change later, but the sleek look is beautiful. CPU: Intel Core i7 920 Awesome. I went from a Pentium 4 to this thing, and all I can say is Awesome. CPU Cooler: Cooler Master V8 This thing is huge. I mean massive. It was sort of a pain to install, as I had to have an extra pair of hands, but after that it has been nothing but nice. Been keeping my CPU pretty damn cool (25-40c) MotherBoard: ASUS P6T Deluxe V2 LGA 1366 Intel X58 ATX Intel Not only is this a very nice looking Board physically, it managed to work with every piece of hardware I got. The BIOs was incredibly simple and intuitive, with a built in AI Tweaker for future overclocking. The range of little perks it has is fun, and so far it works like a charm. RAM: OCZ Platinum (12gb RAM pack) 12288MB PC12800 DDR3 1600MHz (6x2048) Wow, 12gb of ram. Never thought I'd have that much. Booted up for first time and all sticks were recognized, and so far no problems. The amount of **** I can have open at once is astonishing, and managed to play Left4Dead at full settings with no visible lag at all. For their price, I'll probably buy them again in my next computer. They are damn nice looking, and have their own heatsyncs built in. Video Card: PNY Quadro FX 3800 1GB GDDR3 256-bit PCI-E 2.0 x16 Professional Video Card Physically it is a beautiful looking card. It downloaded the basic graphics drivers for now (there are a few for things like AUTOcad, 3DS Max, and Animation/3D specific drivers that I may get later for rendering and so on) and it runs Left4Dead at full settings with no visible lag. This, however, is the Graphics Driver so when I get the CAD drivers this may go away, but for now it seems to play games without a problem. I'll test it out in some CAD programs and update on how it works. SSD: OCZ Vertex Series OCZSSD2-1VTX120G 2.5" 120GB SATA II MLC Ok, so far so good. Installed the OS onto it and so far that is it. The computer boots incredibly fast, and everything is responsive and quick. Even faster considering I'm using a Caviar Black along with it. I hear over time it will degrade and reach a comfort zone speed, but right now I'm loving it. I hear the new Intels are working on that problem, so hopefully my next computer will be able to use one without possible future problems. Hard-Drive: Western Digital Caviar Black WD1001FALS 1TB 7200 RPM SATA 3.0Gb/s Haven't had a whole lot of time to test it, but got it up and working easily. Everything on it so far installs and works like a charm. Optical Drive: LG GGC-H20L 6x Blu-ray Super-Multi Drive With LightScribe ((Double-layer) - BD-ROM/HD DVD-ROM/DVD-RAM/±R/±RW - 6x (BD) - 3x (HD DVD) - 16x 8x 16x (DVD) - 40x 24x 40x (CD) - Serial ATA - Internal - Black) Have not had the chance to test out (This card is Blu-Ray capable though woith NVIDIA® PureVideo®) as I do not own a Blu-Ray disk. However, the OS installed in about 20 minutes and Left4Dead installed off of a disk in about 5 minutes so I'd say that is damn impressive over my old Optic. PowerSupply: CoolerMaster 600W SILENT PRO MODULAR PWR M PSU FLAT CABLE 135MM After watching and reading a bunch of reviews, I went ahead and got this over the corsair. True to its word, the thing is incredibly quiet and so far not a single power problem. The cable system as well as the cables it came with are all incredibly space efficient. Currently powering my motherboard, cpu, 6 fans, the video card, SSD, Caviar Black, and so with no visible problems. Vantec 58-in-1 Internal Card Reader: I searched for quite a while on a card reader and finally settled on this one. So far it works with every card I've put in, although the internal USB cable was too short so I had to move it down one notch. Although this did create less cable mess in my case and now the Optical has airflow so I'm not complaining. Mouse: Logitech MX Revolution Wireless Laser Mouse I saw this and thought to myself "is this mouse really worth the cash?" Saw it at the store a few times and couldn't keep my hand off of it. Managed to get it on sale on Newegg, and this is by far the most comfortable mouse I've ever used. Considering I'll be using this an one of my two Wacom Tablets for hours at a time, comfort is well worth it. That and it has a lot of buttons. Pictures: Neato. Possible Problem: Only thing I can think of right now is that I realize that, in my haste, I may have applied way too much thermal paste. It came with a very small tube, and I know its all about putting like a grain of rice size and spreading, but I put a good part of the tube on, spread, then applied the CPU cooler. I don't know if this will hurt anything or not, but current the CPU has been staying at an Idle 26c to 32c so I think the V8 is doing its job. Should I pull apart the comp and reapply, or does it really matter unless you are overclocking the CPU? Also, I used the default paste that came with it, so should I reapply with a specific brand if needed? I'd prefer not to take the computer apart, but if it is a problem I will. Recommendations: I've got a few basic stuff downloaded, but I've never toyed with Vista x64. Does anyone have a recommendation list for things I should just download right off the bat to run videos and so on? It would be a lot of help. I downloaded SpeedFan to monitor my Computer Temperatures by a recommendation from some forum threads. Comments: Everything in this computer is default other than drivers. Do I need to do anything to the RAM, or should I leave it as is? I don't know if it runs at 1600 default, or if I need to boost it up there. And, if boosting it up will harm the RAM at all. Other than that, I'm happy with how things are set up. Final Thoughts: Holy **** this is a nice computer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JesusIsGonnaOwnSatan Posted June 11, 2009 Share Posted June 11, 2009 Holy **** this is a nice computer. QFT Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CommanderQ Posted June 11, 2009 Share Posted June 11, 2009 TA....that comp is beautiful. Normally, when it looks so good, I'd call it an awesome monster...but this one has class....excellent work!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
urluckyday Posted June 11, 2009 Share Posted June 11, 2009 I love that case...it's almost minimalist...but it packs a major punch of power inside... Congrats on the new system...any time you get tired of it...you can just send it over to me! OS: Microsoft Windows Vista Ultimate SP1 64-bit for System Builders I had my initial doubts about Vista, but also heard that SP1 solved a lot of problems. Vista has come a long way, and I am impressed with it beyond words at the moment. Maybe that will change later, but the sleek look is beautiful. If only everyone would try it out...they'd see it the same way... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
urluckyday Posted June 11, 2009 Share Posted June 11, 2009 Possible Problem: Only thing I can think of right now is that I realize that, in my haste, I may have applied way too much thermal paste. It came with a very small tube, and I know its all about putting like a grain of rice size and spreading, but I put a good part of the tube on, spread, then applied the CPU cooler. I don't know if this will hurt anything or not, but current the CPU has been staying at an Idle 26c to 32c so I think the V8 is doing its job. Should I pull apart the comp and reapply, or does it really matter unless you are overclocking the CPU? Also, I used the default paste that came with it, so should I reapply with a specific brand if needed? I'd prefer not to take the computer apart, but if it is a problem I will. Well...I'm not any sort of computer hardware expert...but I did some digging around Google...and I've read in a couple different places that if you apply too much it can short out pins on the CPU while connected to the motherboard... EDIT: These descriptions were only for Arctic Silver thermal paste...however, I have heard that too much paste of any kind can actually hinder the heatsink's ability to cool properly. I don't know if you really need to worry about it or not...if you're worried and have the time/patience to open it up...wipe off the paste and then reapply the right amount...go for it... sorry I can't be any more help. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jrrtoken Posted June 11, 2009 Share Posted June 11, 2009 I've got a few basic stuff downloaded, but I've never toyed with Vista x64. Does anyone have a recommendation list for things I should just download right off the bat to run videos and so on? It would be a lot of help. I downloaded SpeedFan to monitor my Computer Temperatures by a recommendation from some forum threads.Right off the bat, did you download and install SP2 yet? If not, do so. As far as media players are concerned, I usually use foobar2000 for a general audio library and player, and VLC as a standalone multimedia player. Both progs are lightweight and have multiple file and codec support. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
urluckyday Posted June 11, 2009 Share Posted June 11, 2009 ^Make sure you have SP1 installed first...SP2 a cumulative update but MS requires you to have SP1 installed beforehand (???). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
True_Avery Posted June 12, 2009 Author Share Posted June 12, 2009 ^Make sure you have SP1 installed first...SP2 a cumulative update but MS requires you to have SP1 installed beforehand (???). Downloaded SP2. My OS package came with SP1 so no worries there. For now the CPU heat isn't much of a problem, as I hear the i7's run pretty hot themselves. I'll probably reapply just to be safe. Ultimate Vista came with a few extras, and in particular I'm liking the whole video wallpaper thing. Its a gimmick, but its a cool gimmick. There is also this Windows Experience Index thing, and when I updated it said that I have a 5.9 on every category. Have no idea what that means. Other than that, anymore recommendations for Vista stuffs, drivers, programs, etc? Also, any good programs to measure the computers power? Thanks for the responses. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
urluckyday Posted June 12, 2009 Share Posted June 12, 2009 While it's a simple thing...I like to use the Vista Sidebar Gadget that measures the CPU and RAM usage...while you can find that elsewhere...it's just nice to have it there... Umm...if I think of some other useful stuff I'll letchya know. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Astrotoy7 Posted June 12, 2009 Share Posted June 12, 2009 There is also this Windows Experience Index thing, and when I updated it said that I have a 5.9 on every category. Have no idea what that means. Also, any good programs to measure the computers power? Awesome rig Avery. Im very pleased techforum was involved in helping such a valued LFN member build such a super rig! Cheers to Qliveur and jmac for helping out in that thread 5.9 is the maximum Windows Experience Index(WEI) score in Vista. I know alot of hardcore hardware hotheads that would die to brag about a 5.9 clean sweep There are many good apps keeping an eye on settings/power/temps. If you want something easy for starters pc wizard(freeware) is ok for all the general stuff. If you want something a bit more involved, Everest has it all, but isnt free(trialware) Re-Thermal Paste - 'too much' definitely is bad. With brands like arctic silver especially all you need is 'a grain of rice'(or sometimes half that). The days of 'spreading it' like butter on toast are gone for most types of pastes/heatsinks. The spread can never be uniform, air gaps cause uneven heating/cooling. With the 'rice dab' method, the heat actually spreads the paste (via convection) much more uniformally than our clunky hands can. Being Turkish, it didnt escape me that you seem to have a mini Turkish/Persian rug for a mouse pad? I have one of those hanging in my study, with several 'evil eye' charms on it to ward away jealous glares at my 305T good luck // have fun As far as media players are concerned, I usually use foobar2000 for a general audio library and player, and VLC as a standalone multimedia player. Both progs are lightweight and have multiple file and codec support..... You could just install the vista codec pack and play everything in WMP. The VCP also has a special x64 add-on for those certain filters that need x64 specific version to work in an x64 environment. To also, dont forget Windows Media Center is built in, which you can use to plays vids/music, record tv etc by adding an appropriate tuner. mtfbwya Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
urluckyday Posted June 13, 2009 Share Posted June 13, 2009 ^I didn't post that...lol. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Astrotoy7 Posted June 13, 2009 Share Posted June 13, 2009 ^I didn't post that...lol. lolz. Indeed! Apologies + fixed. I was on my tablet pc in portrait view and got lazy it seems mtfbwya Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Char Ell Posted June 13, 2009 Share Posted June 13, 2009 Very nice, True_Avery. CPU: Intel Core i7 920 Awesome. I went from a Pentium 4 to this thing, and all I can say is Awesome. That is what I wanted to read since I have a Pentium 4 and plan on upgrading to a Core i7 920. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stingerhs Posted June 14, 2009 Share Posted June 14, 2009 nice build. and as a fellow builder, let me also send you a big complement on the wiring. reasonably neat and tidy, and more importantly, its not in the way of airflow. its one of the things that even the big manufacturers get wrong almost 80-90% of the time. good job. now for some Crysis benchies. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Samnmax221 Posted June 14, 2009 Share Posted June 14, 2009 But can you watch porn on it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jrrtoken Posted June 14, 2009 Share Posted June 14, 2009 But can you watch porn on it?1080p in 3D, bitches. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Astrotoy7 Posted June 14, 2009 Share Posted June 14, 2009 But can you watch porn on it? I dont think we blokes want to know about the type of pron girls watch Anyway, best veer back onto tech: nice build. and as a fellow builder, let me also send you a big complement on the wiring Indeed. I am very keen on neat wiring and cable management, inside and outside of the pc and around the house. I have to admit, its pretty easy to do with shuttle rigs because all the cables are custom length and in clips when you get it out of the box.. all you need to do is plug them into the HDD/optical drive etc and youre done mtfbwya Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JesusIsGonnaOwnSatan Posted June 16, 2009 Share Posted June 16, 2009 Hey Avery, If you installed your OS onto your SSD, won't the thousands of write operations soon render it useless? (Burn it out) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
True_Avery Posted June 16, 2009 Author Share Posted June 16, 2009 Hey Avery, If you installed your OS onto your SSD, won't the thousands of write operations soon render it useless? (Burn it out) From what I understand, it will burn it to a point and then the performance evens out. It is definitely a loss, but the os will still run faster than on a regular hard-drive. I'm doing this as an experiment, however, so I'd recommend just putting the OS onto a regular hard-drive. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeff Posted June 16, 2009 Share Posted June 16, 2009 Even more impressive than the computer is how clean Avery's desk is compared to a month ago. There were salt and pepper shakers and at least 10 empty pop cans scattered amongst random junk. Oh yeah, nice computer too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JesusIsGonnaOwnSatan Posted June 17, 2009 Share Posted June 17, 2009 I'm doing this as an experiment, however, so I'd recommend just putting the OS onto a regular hard-drive. Of course. I'd only get an SSD for my own computer. Perhaps the 'rate of burning' is actually negligible and not that much of an issue (Such as the storage life of CDs)? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Astrotoy7 Posted June 18, 2009 Share Posted June 18, 2009 Even more impressive than the computer is how clean Avery's desk is compared to a month ago. There were salt and pepper shakers and at least 10 empty pop cans scattered amongst random junk. lolz...we wouldn't mind either way... Avery is the only coolest gal in the tech forum mtfbwya Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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