So I'm putting together my new build, which is using a mATX Asus Maximus Gene-Z motherboard in a Silverstone temjin TJ-08e case. This is turning into a bit of a nightmare. My current problem (and there have been many in this build) is that there isn't enough clearance between the USB 3.0 front...
Maybe GPU? I'm honestly thinking of running integrated graphics until the 28nm cards; I know there are a lot of people waiting to upgrade to next generation. They need something to tempt...
So I'm thinking about building a new system (yeah, I know it's exactly the wrong time in the product cycle).
Deals seem to be really, really thin on the ground right now. (I've picked up a power supply and some thermal paste, but that's it).
It occurred to me that it would be a good idea to...
Be careful that you order a drive which is thin enough. Not all 2.5 drives are. I have a 500mb Seagate that was a shell shocker on NE a while back.
Also, watch the screws on the drive caddy. You need a super high quality, pretty sharp screwdriver to make it easy. The screwdriver out of my $10...
Supposedly, I got a MSI Z68 matx mobo for pickup tomorrow...now all I need is a good deal on a case.
Total at NE:
135 mobo (AR)+ 315 processor + 45 tax = $495 out the door.
Total at microcenter
75 mobo (AR) + 280 processor+ tax = $406 out the door.
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