Unexpected Windfall = Insane new build

[daviddoran]

The open case is not meant to be used long term, I've just always wanted one to set up new builds on, to get the overclock set before putting it in a regular case.

I think you all are right about the monitors. They will definitely last a long time. I think I will definitely wait for the 4GB GTX 680s, due to the resolution.

[Plankers_Pend]

You have 2 vid cards listed, and not the same ones. You have the 2 GTX 680's, and then a HD6670.

Also you have Vengeance RAM, which for just a few bucks more (anywhere from $5-20) you could get Dominator RAM, which overclocks a little better. Even then, you could get Dominator GT RAM which is even better still, if you're trying to have an insane build. And as said, you only have 16gb. 32, 48, or 64 would be INSANE.

Also if you want a high pixel monitor without spending massive buck, get a Yamakasi Catleap. It supports 2560X1440 for a single 27" and its pretty affordable too (same price as one of your monitors).

Don't get a 690 as opposed to 2 680's, because the 690 is just 2 underclocked 680's, which also generates more heat, and is a little more loud.

Otherwise it looks good enough.

[Sajuuk]

Okay.

IPS monitors - Get them. You have the money, go all IPS. 30", 27.5", whatever. Just make sure it's IPS.
SSDs - With this money you're getting MLC NAND? SLC is top tier in the SSD world.
Bulk Storage - Eh, go get yourself a nice raid controller - one that pops to mind is ...perc5i? I dunno, but something other than onboard. (Well, for shits, giggles, and performance if you can swing it)
CPU(s): With this much cash why not go dual/quad-cpu? There are at least two dual-2011 motherboards out there. The EVGA SR-X (not released yet, I think) would allow for more memory than the other solution. Don't forget you can get 8 core Xeon chips, and will need a xeon chip if you do decide to go dual-cpu. You've got the money, why not?
GPU: First priority with running high resolutions: RAM. MORE RAM. Second and just as important: Speed. As many as you can. (Money no object, right? - oh, leave space for the raid controller)
RAM: I have nothing against your ram as it stands. Consider ECC ram for more capacity (You can get 16GB ECC DIMMS, but I think you need a xeon cpu for that) - wait, crap, your current motherboard doesn't support more than 64GB RAM.
This motherboard: http://usa.asus.com/Motherboards/Int...specifications supports 256GB ram with registered ECC RAM. Dual Socket 2011 too.
PSU: Better put another one in. Just in case.


Cooling:
Water cooling sounds like something to get into, but is admittedly a big hassle. Might be easier to install ducting in your house and funnel all the heat into that.



Go big or go home. You've not even used 1/3rd of your proposed budget.

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Corsair M4s (current Gen) Are currently selling for around 1$/GB. Nice savings, good drives.

[Sajuuk]

My LULZ build

Qty. Product Description Savings Total Price


HITACHI Deskstar 7K3000 HDS723020BLA642 (0f12115) 2TB 7200 RPM SATA 6.0Gb/s 3.5" Internal Hard Drive -Bare Drive
Item #: N82E16822145473
Return Policy: Standard Return Policy
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Recover Your Data(expand for options)
-$30.00 Instant
$679.96
$559.96
($139.99 each)



HP ZR30w Black 30" S-IPS Panel Height &Swivel Adjustable Widescreen LCD Monitor w/USB Ports
Item #: N82E16824176177
Return Policy: Monitor Standard Return Policy
-$220.00 Instant
$4,199.97
$3,539.97
($1,179.99 each)



EVGA 03G-P3-1595-AR GeForce GTX 580 (Fermi) Classified ULTRA 3072MB 384-bit GDDR5 PCI Express 2.0 x16 HDCP Ready SLI Support ...
Item #: N82E16814130751
Return Policy: VGA Standard Return Policy
$1,099.98
($549.99 each)



HIS H667F1GD Radeon HD 6670 1GB 128-bit GDDR5 PCI Express 2.1 x16 HDCP Ready Video Card with Eyefinity
Item #: N82E16814161375
Return Policy: VGA Standard Return Policy
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$10.00 Mail-in Rebate Card
$97.99
1


AMD Gift - Dirt3 Game Coupon - OEM
Item #: N82E16800995114
Return Policy: Standard Return Policy
-$49.99 Saving
$49.99
$0.00



Antec TPQ-1200 1200W Continuous Power with PowerCache Technology SLI Ready CrossFire Certified 80 PLUS SILVER Certified Modular ...
Item #: N82E16817371032
Return Policy: Standard Return Policy
-$60.00 Instant
$559.98
$439.98
($219.99 each)



ASUS Z9PE-D8 WS Dual LGA 2011 Intel C602 SATA 6Gb/s USB 3.0 SSI EEB Intel Motherboard
Item #: N82E16813131817
Return Policy: Standard Return Policy
$599.99



areca ARC-1231ML-2G PCI Express SATA II (3.0Gb/s) Controller Card
Item #: N82E16816151033
Return Policy: Standard Return Policy
-$40.00 Instant
$769.99
$729.99



Kingston 16GB 240-Pin DDR3 SDRAM DDR3 1333 ECC Registered Server Memory DR x4 w/TS Model KVR1333D3D4R9S/16G
Item #: N82E16820139932
Return Policy: Memory Standard Return Policy
-$40.00 Instant
$2,319.92
$1,999.92
($249.99 each)



CORSAIR H100 (CWCH100) Extreme Performance Liquid CPU Cooler
Item #: N82E16835181017
Return Policy: Standard Return Policy
$229.98
($114.99 each)



Crucial M4 CT256M4SSD1 2.5" 256GB SATA III MLC 7mm Internal Solid State Drive (SSD)
Item #: N82E16820148530
Return Policy: Limited Replacement Only Return Policy
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-$55.00 Instant
$1,199.96
$979.96
($244.99 each)



Intel Xeon E5-2687W Sandy Bridge-EP 3.1GHz LGA 2011 150W 8-Core Server Processor BX80621E52687W
Item #: N82E16819117272
Return Policy: CPU Replacement Only Return Policy
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$3,799.98
($1,899.99 each)
Subtotal: $14,077.70

3 30" monitors
2 1200W psus
Same gpus as before (Using the 580 as a price placeholder)
different mobo (dual 2011)
Dual 3.0ghz 8core chips
128gb ECC registered ram
Raid Card
4 2tb drives
Corsair M4s since the price is down
Tack on another 300 for a enormous case and BAM 15k computer.

[Quiding]

I've been looking for a new Monitor aswell in the 23-24" sized area, and I think im going for the U2412M instead of the U2312HM, since it seems everywhere I look them up people seem to favor the U2412M.
Also its a 1920x1200 monitor

Very jealous on the setup you got lined up!

[Multibocks]

Don't get a 30" monitor! I forever regret the one I got. It's difficult to find a good layout for 5 accounts that looks good and when you are not playing WoW your web browsing experience is shit. Having a 30" window of a webpage is super lame in the looks dept so I would reduce the size of the window. Well that left me with a 3" border around the window and you can't use that space for anything. Don't do it! I bought 2 24" monitors and wish I had done so from the start. Also 30" monitors will be rough on your GPUs (I had a 3G 580 at the time) if you are doing another monitor in the setup. I couldn't get all the eye candy on all 5 accounts and run another smaller monitor off the card for web browsing.

Looking back I would probably do 3 or 4 good computers with 6 monitors and all the eye candy you can handle in WoW, but I just don't have that kind of space in my house.

[Sajuuk]

Also 30" monitors will be rough on your GPUs

Duh.

That's why there are so many (gpus). :P

[Vecter]

Gaming IPS monitors are tough to find. Make sure the refresh and input lags are good enough for gaming, that's why most go with TN panels. Cheaper and faster response times. Can't beat IPS panels for color reproduction, but for gamers that's less of a requirement.

[Multibocks]

Duh.

That's why there are so many (gpus). :P

I realize this, just wanted to make sure he did as well.

[JohnGabriel]

I am really happy with my 22" screens. I would probably go as high as 24" for my desk, 27 or 30 would have to sit too far back to see it well.

I definitely in love with dual monitors though.