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I am thinking about making a new computer this will be my first custom build so i was wanting some advice before i start i have been researching and have some parts picked out but i am still new to this whole thing anyways heres what i have so far

Case: NZXT full-Tower
http://www.compusa.com/applications/SearchTools/item-details.asp?EdpNo=7024943&CatId=1510

MoBo: asrock p67 extreme4
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813157265&Tpk=p67%20Extreme4%20Gen3

CPU: Intel Core i5-2500K
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16819115072

Graphics Card: GeForce GTX 560 Ti - 1GB
http://www.compusa.com/applications/SearchTools/item-details.asp?EdpNo=7198689&CatId=3669

RAM: G.skill Ripjaw X Series 8gb (2x 4gb)
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820231428&nm_mc=AFC-C8Junction&cm_mmc=AFC-C8Junction-_-RSSDailyDeals-_-na-_-na&AID=10521304&PID=4176827&SID=11wdajb1e25co

Power Supply: LEPA 750W
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817194093

HDD: samsung f3 1tb
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16822152185


OS: windows 7

Monitor right now i have a acer 19" 1600 x 900 widescreen but i will upgrade eventually



Approximate Purchase Date: 2 months (buying parts over time)

Budget Range: $1200-$1500

System Usage from Most to Least Important: Gaming, movies, surfing

Parts Not Required: keyboard, mouse, and i have a 19" screen with speakers I might upgrade that later but only the essentails for now


Preferred Website(s) for Parts: cheapest


Overclocking: Maybe


SLI or Crossfire: Maybe


Monitor Resolution: 1600 x 900
 
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I would change practically everything. You don't need an i7 for gaming. The 2500K is sufficient and saves $100. You don't need a overpriced ROG let alone one that doesn't work for 1155. You're going to need more than 2GB of ram. Get a better HDD for the money, that green drive is going to be so slow.

I have a $900 build here that would be perfect for you.
http://www.squidoo.com/electronicandmore
In fact you could save even more going with this MB.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813128502
 
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all you need is 750w for sli....
i dont know lepa. im not sure if its a good brand here is a quality antec 750w psu- http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817371049
 
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Lepa=Enermax.
http://www.hardocp.com/article/2011/06/20/lepa_b_series_850w_power_supply_review/
Lepa is a solid company.

The Lepa is overkill but it is only $10 more, but it's a solid PSU. Plus it is one of the cheapest high wattage modular power supplies which make it easier to get better airflow. I've used an EA750 from Antec. It's a clump of cables that is an annoyance to cable manage. I traded it up for the Silent Pro 700w from Cooler Master. Love it.
 
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save your self some money and get a Dual Channel Ram set from newegg$ 39.99 and free shipping

CORSAIR XMS 4GB (2 x 2GB) 240-Pin DDR3 SDRAM DDR3 1600 (PC3 12800) Desktop Memory Model CMX4GX3M2B1600C9
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820145339

yes a solid 700w PSU is fine for 2x 560ti's, but I would stick with the Antec High Current Gamer Series HCG-750 750W it a good buy as long as you are sure you don't want a modular PSU (which I highly recommend)
in which case the LEPA looks really attractive at $99.99
hard OCP liked it (click on the PASS date to access the review) the OEM is Sirtec not sure who they are but they are the OEM for PC Power and cooling also. which turns out some good PSU's
http://www.realhardtechx.com/index_archivos/Page22979.htm


Approximate Purchase Date: 2 months (buying parts over time)
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this is not a good idea unless you can test the parts for DOA's as you get them. it usually easier and faster to deal with a retailer like newegg or amazon for returns that the manufacturer. most retails give you 30 or less depending on the items.


food for thought
 
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Sirtec seems like a solid company. I've seen a few brands use it and turn out OK. Though if you want to purchase in 2 months. WAIT THAT LONG. Don't purchase parts separately. It's a bad idea, as stated for testing parts. I suggest waiting, plus you'll get to see BD. So that may be a game changer.
 
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I assume you mean the amd bulldozer by BD will that work with the extreme4 mobo or do you recommended a different one for it? Also if I get all the pieces but wait on thegraphocs card it that sufficient enough to test the parts then wait a week or 2 to get it or does it not have a onboard card / not good enough onboard card?
 
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