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Originally Posted by kn
After more research, I've come up with a better configuration. I've confirmed that the SSD and Memory work with the motherboard. The SSD is more than before but Intel has better reliability than OCZ from everything I've read. I don't need a second drive as I already have plenty of external storage.
The motherboard also has an HDMI connection which I plan to use with the monitor with a native resolution of 1920x1200. As much as I didn't want to go with a Dell, the UltraSharp has good reviews. I don't want to go to a 27" with a native resolution of 2560x1440. That's too big for me and I didn't want to have to use a High-DPI setting or magnification to read text.
I downgraded the case and scrapped the Blu-Ray drive to save a few bucks. Although I have a large Blu-Ray collection, that's what the home theatre system is for. I really am not too fussy about the keyboard and mouse, so I'm just going to pick up something cheap.
All prices are from NCIX this time, which I found to be generally cheaper (although I don't know how much shipping would be). Memory Express does not have the new Intel 510 SSD as an option in any configuration.
Power Supply: ($139)
Corsair Enthusiast Series TX850M 850W ATX Modular Power Supply Active PFC 120MM Fan 5 Year Warranty
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I have a Corsair TX power supply and I found it very loud. I went out an bought the AX version and it's super quiet. For $30 more you can get the AX version of the 850 and have a "gold" rated power supply. It's $199.99 at NCIX and Memory Express but using shoptbot I found it for $169.99
http://www.directcanada.com/products...acture=CORSAIR
Good candidate for a price match with that 25% match that Memory Express does.