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9.8

New computer - did I pick everything out correctly?

Asked by mvidas in General Computer Systems, Hardware Components, Computer Motherboards

Hello,

As I've had my current computer for about 6 years now, I think it is probably about time to make myself a new one. I haven't really done much with PC hardware since then, so I'd appreciate it if someone here could double check what I've picked out and to answer a question for me.  I'll put the stuff I'm looking at in the code snippet box (fixed width font, grouped together).  I know I could build a system for a lot cheaper, but I'd like something that will perform well for a while and won't be too obsolete too soon.  Of course if I've chosen something stupidly, don't hesitate to point it out.

I have a 500gb PATA HD for my current system (bought about 6 mos ago) which I plan on using, but since the mobo was intending to use SATA I'd throw a decent one in my wish list.  Same goes with the monitor; I have a perfectly fine CRT but an LCD would be nice and I like what I've read about the model I listed.  I plan on using my current dvd burner and peripherals, so I don't have those listed.


Anyways.. on to my question.  Will the i/o back panel from the mobo fit into the i/o panel in the case?  I'm sure it will, but I just have a nagging doubt that its too big or something.  They're probably just a standard size.

I think I picked out everything I will need and am 95% sure what I picked out will work together, but a quick double check would be very much appreciated as well.  For the sake of points here I'll say both parts of this (mobo/case, double check it all) are worth 250 each.

Thanks!
Matt 
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Type         Description             Specs                              Model#        
Video Card   EVGA GeForce 8800GT     PCIx 2.0x16, 512mb, 256bit, GDDR3  512-P3-N802-AR
RAM          OCZ Platinum 4gb        240-Pin DDR2 SDRAM 800 PC2 6400    OCZ2P8004GQ    
Motherboard  EVGA nForce 650i Ultra                                     122-CK-NF66-T1 
CPU          Intel E4500             Core 2 Duo 2.2Ghz LGA775 65W       BX80557E4500  
Case/PSU     CoolerMaster CM690      Includes RealPower Pro 550W PSU    RC-690-KKA1-GP
 
Optional/future:
Hard Drive   WD Caviar SE16          640GB SATA 3.0Gb/S 16MB            WD6400AAKS    
Monitor      Acer 22" LCD            1680x1050 5ms 700:1 300cd/m2       AL2216Wbd
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