My first super build(4000 - 5000 budget)

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You nailed it silencer. RAID 0 or RAID 0+1 all the way. Dual Raptors will help feed that beast of a system. I also agree about the overpriced mobo.

Get a RAID array in there, go with the 2 sticks of good ram as suggested and get a HUGE LCD monitor. 30 inches are a requirement for a $5000 dollar system.
 
Yeah I know what you mean 8) the DELL UltraSharp 3007WFP LCD is a must!..but I told my friend and he sayd he didnt have anywere to put it 8O ...I know....I knoww :x