My First PC Build

May 15, 2018
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Hello I wanted to check in on whether this PC build is all compatible. This will be my first time building a PC and I have a couple of questions to ask:

https://au.pcpartpicker.com/list/Cr7bKB

1. Will the computer match with the Acer KG251QF Monitor Full@1080p144hz? Would I have to connect via HDMI? because I don't see a displayport feature on the B360 Motherboard.

2. For the SSD (860 EVO 250GB) I wasn't sure if I should go with an m.2, or a m.2 PCIe NVMe, as I heard that they are a lot faster. https://www.mwave.com.au/product/adata-xpg-sx6000-256gb... This drive is ten dollars cheaper than the 860 EVO. I don't know if I should just stick to the reliable 860 or this ADATA SX6000.

3. When building the computer, do you recomment the anti-static wrist straps/mats? What are the chances that I could destroy the computer parts with static?

4. Can this build handle the 1070 without any bottlenecking?

I wanted to just stick to the 1060 3GB because the new 2000/1100 series cards are coming out soon. And I don't really play high intensity games (mainly competitive games).

So what are your thoughts on this PC build? Are there any flaws or mismatches? This build is just under my budget.

Thanks. Josh.
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Yes you do need CPU cooler. Since you aren't overclocking a Cooler Master 212 Evo, should be fine.

212 Evo CPU cooler (for reference)
https://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16835103099


As to anti-static measures, if you keep your hand on the metal case while you are working on the PC then you should be fine.

It accomplishes the same purpose as the wristband. But if you want to use the wrist band, that's fine too (they are inexpensive).
Looks like a good build, though maybe stepping up to 16gb of ram would be better than 8gb. With memory prices as they are though that might not be feasible on your budget.

1. It doesn't matter on the display outputs on the motherboard - you have a graphics card so you'll be using the outputs on that (there is displayport on there). The ones on the motherboard are for if you are using the onboard graphics of the cpu.

2. nvme drives are faster than regular sata ssd's but you are unlikely to notice the difference in real world use. Go with whichever is cheaper for the same capacity.

3. I personally don't use one, I'd say the chances are very slim that you could break anything with static. It is a risk though and I would recommend not building on carpet, and try and ground yourself out periodically to something. I use the central heating radiators in my house which are earthed (this may be uk specific I don't know).

4. Yes

One thing that's not in your parts list is a cpu cooler. The stock intel one is rubbish so you will want to buy one. for the i5 a 120mm liquid cooler or an air tower cooler would be perfect.
 
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Yes you do need CPU cooler. Since you aren't overclocking a Cooler Master 212 Evo, should be fine.

212 Evo CPU cooler (for reference)
https://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16835103099


As to anti-static measures, if you keep your hand on the metal case while you are working on the PC then you should be fine.

It accomplishes the same purpose as the wristband. But if you want to use the wrist band, that's fine too (they are inexpensive).
 
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If you are not "earthed" then touching a case won't matter.
The surest way of being earthed is to touch the screw on the side of an Electrical Socket. If you are in a country that abides by IEEE Regulations/laws then that screw will 100% be earthed so you can discharge yourself that way.

Whatever you do, do NOT discharge yourself on a the metal case - this will result it 2 things. 1) nothing at all, because you touch the paint and don't discharge, 2) you discharge and screw up the electronics you already have plugged in.
 
To be static free you need an earth ground. Most people don't have one of those in their house. The next best case is an electrical ground. The next best is a pluming fixture (assuming copper tubing).

The screw on an electrical outlet plate isn't necessarily grounded, and in any event they are painted.

Without an earth ground, wrist bands are usually grounded to the case (using an exposed surface like a screw).

But using your hand to discharge static electricity to the case is a very common practice.
 


As a Qualified Electrician, this HAS to be grounded, which is why I said in certain countries the laws state this.

If you screws are NOT earthed, then the house is in violation of a country codes Electrical Practices.
I will say this is Guaranteed EU Law under IEEE
 


The wall plate covers that have the screw into the actual electrical outlet are grounded (but only if the outlet it self includes a ground) . Wall plate covers that have screws in the corners aren't necessarily grounded. The outlet housing that is mounted to the stud is often plastic. If the cover screw screws into that, it isn't grounded. The actual electrical outlet is grounded with a ground wire. That is the distinction I'm making.

Plus electrical outlets in old houses often don't have a ground at all, hence the need for adapters to plugin regular grounded electrical power cords. So it isn't universal that the screws in electrical wall plates are grounded.

 


So I live in Australia. I get so confused on all the different views around Anti-Static management. What is a clear-safe way to build my computer for the first time?? Can I use the wrist strap and connect it to my fridge thats turned on? I've heard of bonding and grounding but don't know which one is correct.
 


So I picked a wristband available in Australia (I can't believe the cost.). It is the
StarTech ESD Anti Static Wrist Band Strap with Grounding Wire
https://www.mwave.com.au/product/startech-esd-anti-static-wrist-band-strap-with-grounding-wire-ab86725

Here is their FAQ on that topic.

Where do I attach the grounding clip?
The grounding clip should be attached to something that is electrically grounded to dissipate static electricity. One method is to connect the clip to a metal part of the computer case while the power supply is turned off, but plugged in to a grounded wall socket.
https://www.startech.com/Computer-Parts/System-Build/Anti-Static/Anti-Static-Wrist-Strap~SWS100
 
But that is contrary to advice that a PC should be unplugged when you work on it for safety reasons.

I do have a wristband somewhere. I got it years ago, and used it a couple of times. I've used the method I mentioned earlier for many many years. I haven't had even one incident with static electricity affecting a component. So, take reasonable precautions and don't over think it. That is my advice.
 


old house? Not any I have come across. I have worked on a 13th Century houses.

Unless of course the OP lives in a teepee or a mud hut.
All houses have to be kept to specifications. But it is the case, you are simply wrong.
 


You claim to be an electrician. I am not, but apparently I have more experience in this than you do.



Do Older Homes Have Proper & Safe Electrical Ground Wiring?
Often an older building has poor or no working local electrical ground, relying instead on the incoming neutral wire from the electrical service.

Or the building's main electrical ground may have relied on connection to a metal water pipe connected to a well;

we've found building ground wires connected to a metal water pipe which used to run out of the building and into earth (possibly a pretty effective ground) but where the metal piping exiting the building had been replaced with a newer plastic water line between the well and the building. In other words the local ground was completely ineffective.

https://inspectapedia.com/electric/Old_House_Wiring.php#OldGround

That took all of about two minutes to find.
 


How about this article from the This Old House television series.

https://www.thisoldhouse.com/ideas/replacing-two-prong-receptacles


 


Or how about this article.

https://thecraftsmanblog.com/how-to-fix-ungrounded-outlets/


There is plenty of evidence that your assertion that ungrounded electrical systems in older houses don't exist are wrong.