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Question is - can you mount two fans on the outside top of the case for a push pull setup?

I was concerned about the cooler fitting in the case till I found a build with them both: http://www.overclockers.com/corsair-carbide-500r

OK thanks. I just read in the FAQ: "(If) you are using 4 memory modules (instead of 2), which require more power, your system may clock the speed of the modules down to maintain stability." Does the size of the PSU wattage help here, so a higher PSU wattage will keep the system from clocking...

Thanks for the responses. I wanted some feedback to help me come up with a list, so this gives me some info for a revised list, like a lower capacity SSD and smaller PSU. I'm making a revised list on pcpartpicker. EDIT: getting close to final build...

OK thanks, I thought there might be some strategies I didn't know about that would facilitate the process. I guess I'll have to just deal with the hassle.

Is there any advantage (except for the option to increase capacity to 32GB) to using 2 sticks of 8GB over 4 sticks of 4GB? I want to use 2x4GB now to save money and upgrade later to 16GB.

How difficult is it to get a rebate (from say Newegg)?

Any ideas on my gaming PC build (changes, recommendations, things I have not thought of, etc.)? I play MMO, RTS, and FPS games. I don't intend to OC at first, but may in the future. The PC will be for mainly for gaming, no video editing, home theatre, etc. Price $2000.00 max. ASUS Z-87 Pro V...