MOBO + Chassis

[amullinix]

Hey guys. Not sure if anyone will remember (I dont expect you to), but early last year I asked for some help in creating a new system. I havent been able to purchase it, until now. I have done some updating to it, but all in all, the items the Nexus helped me with have stayed true. Except for the mobo. The one initially chosen has been discontinued. I selected another one, and am now worried about the chassis selection originally had.

 

I have two options: Stay with what I already have, or get the new one (unless a chassis with better airflow gets suggested...)

 

New chassis Im looking at.

 

Current chassis I have now.

 

 

This is what I need to put in it:

MOBO

CPU cooler

 

Let me know what you all think please!

[GrindedStone]

If you have to ask what computer parts you should buy, then you won't need anything more than entry level budget gamer parts. What do you need a new case for? Is the old one busted, and/or who cares if it is. You can get a quad core, gamer Mobo, and case for what you want to spend on a Mobo. I mention this because you haven't built the system yet, which *ahem* you already could have if you were not focused on building some future proof ultimate rig (which doesn't exist) Technology is measured in dog years. So next year this computer will be 7 years old an/or outdated, so the question becomes how much did you waste on it. Even beyond what you can save from only buying what you actually need power wise, there is also old or outdated hardware for much cheaper. Keep in mind in sometimes this can only be outdated by 6 months.

 

That cooler is massive, truly massive... I don't know of a mid tower that it won't be a problem in. Someone looking for that much cooling should just use water. The Mobo is for overclocking. Anything over $100 for a motherboard is basicly for O/C. Mobo comes in basicly 4 flavors. Budget and Evolution entry level. These are both high powered long lasting boards. You can totally overclock these if that is your thing or run them stock. Next is the hardcore gamer and/or overclocker. Roughly $50 to $100 more you get all the next Evolution that bleeds down to the budget boards, but you also get a bulk of heat protection an overclocking capablity. Then the last one around $300 an above is Extreme that basicly boils down to insane overclocking. The main factors to consider when building is what it is you actually need the computer to do, an how much money you can spend.

[hoofhearted4]

i dont know what the guy above me rambled on about, but i dont think it had anything to do with your question.

 

 

is the thermaltake case in your possession? or was it the case you were looking at when you originally planned your build?...if you dont have it, i would say grab the HAF 932 over that one. However, i would also like to direct your attention to this case as well (its what im currently looking at) i think its better then the HAF simply because of the fan filters, and more space.

 

and on the note of your mobo, i would say save some money and get this one. still has PCIe 3.0. internal USB 3.0 header. and yea.

 

and for your cooler, i recommend this not only is it cheaper, but its better. the Havik is on par (within like 2 degrees C) with the D14, which is a duel tower cooler. (haha and this is personal, but i cant stand the color of Noctua fans)

 

 

now, aside from suggestions, i dont really see what your asking. what you have listed is just fine, albeit pricey.

Edited March 4, 2012 by hoofhearted4

[amullinix]

If you have to ask what computer parts you should buy, then you won't need anything more than entry level budget gamer parts. What do you need a new case for? Is the old one busted, and/or who cares if it is.

 

I care. Two of the fans dont work properly forcing it to get hot. I already have plans for it, when the new parts come in. I see your point though.

 

You can get a quad core, gamer Mobo, and case for what you want to spend on a Mobo. I mention this because you haven't built the system yet, which *ahem* you already could have if you were not focused on building some future proof ultimate rig (which doesn't exist) Technology is measured in dog years. So next year this computer will be 7 years old an/or outdated, so the question becomes how much did you waste on it.

 

Im aware of how technology ages. Current rig is 5 years old (1st gen quad core) that I built. However, since the progression in technology, combined with my inability to stay in touch (military) with the progression, I've been behind the times. Futur-prepping my rig is not a bad idea at all. Im sure it can be done at a much cheaper cost, but I have already spent too much time researching as it is. If I continue, I'll never catch up and never have anything to show for it.

 

Even beyond what you can save from only buying what you actually need power wise, there is also old or outdated hardware for much cheaper. Keep in mind in sometimes this can only be outdated by 6 months. That cooler is massive, truly massive... I don't know of a mid tower that it won't be a problem in. Someone looking for that much cooling should just use water. The Mobo is for overclocking. Anything over $100 for a motherboard is basicly for O/C. Mobo comes in basicly 4 flavors. Budget and Evolution entry level. These are both high powered long lasting boards. You can totally overclock these if that is your thing or run them stock. Next is the hardcore gamer and/or overclocker. Roughly $50 to $100 more you get all the next Evolution that bleeds down to the budget boards, but you also get a bulk of heat protection an overclocking capablity. Then the last one around $300 an above is Extreme that basicly boils down to insane overclocking. The main factors to consider when building is what it is you actually need the computer to do, an how much money you can spend.

 

You countered yourself in the first sentence there, so Im not really sure what you were trying to tell me. Not the issue though. Closed off full towers are my preference (airflow is easier because of the size; enough fans and it can be a wind-tunnel; make the directions force the air out the back or bottom and its like a small wind tunnel). However, if a mid tower has enough airflow, Ill get that one instead. Im also aware of the basics of mobo's, though I'll admit not as educated as I want to be. OC is in my future, but not at the moment. When I start something new, I tend to take as much time as needed to get it absolutely right, avoiding the 'one touch' programs if I can so I can learn how its done internally, before relying on a simplified program (learn to fish, before showing others how).

 

is the thermaltake case in your possession? or was it the case you were looking at when you originally planned your build?...if you dont have it, i would say grab the HAF 932 over that one. However, i would also like to direct your attention to this case as well (its what im currently looking at) i think its better then the HAF simply because of the fan filters, and more space.

 

I own the Armor case right now. It wasnt a bad case when I got it, but I've beaten it up enough over the years (there are two working USB ports now out of... 8, I believe). I had actually started looking at the NZXT cases. I like the way they are made, and youre right: there does appear to be more room. I do have a bit of wiggle room however, since I will have two cases to begin with. I can gut one and make it worth with another.

 

and on the note of your mobo, i would say save some money and get this one. still has PCIe 3.0. internal USB 3.0 header. and yea.

 

Agreed. I like that one as well. I was looking at the whole line up... for some reason just went with E7 at first. Passed up E4 though Im not entirely sure why.

 

and for your cooler, i recommend this not only is it cheaper, but its better. the Havik is on par (within like 2 degrees C) with the D14, which is a duel tower cooler. (haha and this is personal, but i cant stand the color of Noctua fans).

 

Ive looked at that one before, and the C14 is quieter, along with cooling a little better. One thing I tried to look at, was the direction the air would be pushed. Pulling up, would force it against the side of the case, and would allow the other fans to bring it into their flow. Pushing to the side, depending on what direction you have the fans set in, could force the air back in on itself, which is counter-productive. If the cooler doesnt fit... then I get to mod a case :D

Fan color I agree with... they could have chosen a better one. Another plus side is, the fans are big enough to remove one (low profile mode) and place it on the case (damn thing comes with stuff to do just that), which I am more than ok with.

 

Price is not an issue (planning for over a year has given me more than enough room to spread my wings, so to speak).

 

Thanks for the input guys!

Edited March 4, 2012 by amullinix

[Erik005]

If the fans aren't working just replace the fans, that thermaltake case is very good.

 

I suggest to just keep it. The coolermaster case is not better than what you have now.

Edited March 4, 2012 by Erik005