[Chain2r]

CPU: Intel Core 2 Quad Q6600 Kentsfield 2.4GHz LGA 775 Processor Model BX80562Q6600 - Retail

MOBO: ASUS P5W DH DELUXE/WIFI-AP LGA 775 Intel 975X ATX Intel Motherboard - Retail

VIDEO: EVGA 320-P2-N811-AR GeForce 8800GTS 320MB 320-bit GDDR3 PCI Express x16 HDCP Ready SLI Supported Video Card - Retail

SOUND: M-AUDIO AUDIOPHILE 192

CASE: SONATA III w/ 500 WATT POWER SUPPLY

I am just wondering if the case will hold all my stuff, especially my VIDEO CARD and will 500 WATTS be enough and will it keep it cool and quiet enough for recording?

Anyways, i need any recommendations and comments. Also, i plan to get 2 GB RAM

[Insomnia]

Well, I'm checking out the case right now and it looks as though it's large enough. The only problem I can seem to spot is your power supply. I'm guessing that the PSU comes with the case? Considering that you'll be running a 8800GTS I don't think it will provide a high enough amperage to the 12V rails. The 8800GTS is quoted as needing at least 26A per rail, so check out how much the PSU can handle. Don't make the same mistake I did by getting a power supply that is below the requirements

[SocialWarfare]

The PSU that comes with the case is an Antec also, but it only has 17a on the 12v rails
So not enough then
The cooling in that case seems to be a bit limited, with only one fan at the back and thats it, I think you will extra

[Chain2r]

any suggestions on a PSU? I changed my mind and planning on getting an Antec P180, or any other that you suggest. I'm just a little lost at this point on which case/Power Supply to get :/ so any help at this point would be nice :)

Thanks again

[Insomnia]

Looks like a nice case, theres just one thing I can't quite work out. It looks as though it has "bracket" kind of thing which prevents you from a using a power supply thats too long.

If somebody else could check this - http://www.antec.com/us/productDetai...?ProdID=81800# - out and tell me what they think that'd be great.

It's just that you might need slightly bigger PSU to run all the equpiment your packing. Right now I'm thinking that you'd need a 600W PSU at the very, very least. To be safe, and to allow for future upgrades I'd go for a good quality PSU is capable of pushing out 750W or higher at 80% efficiency. Don't overlook the PSU as an important component of your computer, otherwise it can lead to disastrous results. Always look for good companies such as Enermax, ThermalTake, CoolerMaster, Silverstone or Foxconn.

Otherwise the case looks great. It says the the front fan is optional, so you'll need to make sure you get that with it.

I'll go look up some PSU's in a while and get back to you later.

[Chain2r]

ah thanks, your great insomnia :)

[Insomnia]

Only joined a little while ago, I'm still shopping for a PSU myself due to the fact that the one I own now is not powerful enough. It's pretty late right now, but I'll have a quick look around for a PSU for you...

EDIT: Hmmm, according to http://www.extreme.outervision.com/PSUEngine (a wattage calculator) you'll only need a 500W PSU running at around 80% efficiency to push out the needed 343W (according to the said website.

Not sure really. That seems incredibly low to me, but I'm no "expert" on computers, so I think you'll need another opinion on an adequate PSU wattage. All I know is that Nvidia recommends 26A on the 12V rail if your going to be running a 8800GTS, regardless of whether it has 320MB or 640MB.

Come on people, please post, I don't know what wattage he'll need!

[alex]

For that spec he'll need a minimum 500w, obviously as you state with enough amps on the 12v.

I'd be looking at a 600w though simply because he won't want it running near peak constantly. This will promote low volume and longevity in the psu.

Can't do better than Enermax.

[Chain2r]

alright, 600 Watts it is. Keep in mind, my goal is for a quiet system! So, i've done some searching and i've found a PSU (I think)

http://www.newegg.com/product/produc...82E16817341010

Check it out and tell me what you think, once again thank you all :)

[Insomnia]

Well it looks like it would have enough amps if it provides 18 per rail (and theres 4 of them).

Looks pretty good... need more opinions then just mine though.

[Thunderer]

Ok, if you have decided to buy a quite PSU, then why don't you go for the Enermax Liberty 620W (http://www.scan.co.uk/Products/Produ...oductID=284212).

[Insomnia]

Thats the same one that was recommended to me by alex (TCF Moderator).

Must be a pretty good PSU...

[Thunderer]

Yep it is good, even the rewiews say so.