how to build a gaming pc

[cyruseternity]

Hi guys i am going to build a computer for the first time...just wanted to check with you guys whether these components are compatible.. i am ordering them online.! Also is there any kind of risk in assembling a pc?
PCPartPicker part list: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/9vfgNG
Price breakdown by merchant: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/9vfgNG/by_merchant/

CPU: Intel Core i5-4440 3.1GHz Quad-Core Processor ($173.61 @ OutletPC)
Motherboard: Asus B85-PRO GAMER ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($186.62 @ Amazon)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws X Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($70.97 @ OutletPC)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($44.99 @ Best Buy)
Video Card: Asus GeForce GTX 970 4GB STRIX Video Card ($329.00 @ NCIX US)
Case: Cooler Master N400 ATX Mid Tower Case ($39.99 @ Micro Center)
Power Supply: SeaSonic S12II 520W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($68.98 @ Newegg)
Total: $914.16
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2015-03-10 03:11 EDT-0400

 

[Bobmahjingle]

Dude for just 50 bucks you can add an sad to make it super snappy, but other than that it's all compatible

 

[CremeFriache]

I think everything is fine, but you might be pushing it on the power supply. Normally the GTX 900 series prefers about 600W for a power storage, but you might be able to get away with 520W.

Oh yeah and do you need an operating system?

As far as risks go you just need to make sure you're not being reckless with the parts. Also try to touch most parts on the sides to deter from damaging the cards with the oils on your skin.

 

[i7Baby]

There's risk. But you can minimise it by doing a bit of research eg http://www.tomshardware.com/forum/274745-31-step-step-guide-building

Plus we're here to give you a hand too.

Clues -

read ALL of ALL the instructions that come with your parts.

Do NOT rush anything. If you're unsure, mull it over.

 

[cyruseternity]

Guys thanks for your responses.... I wont be overclocking....so will the psu be fine

 

[i7Baby]

The PSU will be fine. Good quality. Enough power.