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scythe mugen 2 rev b. is the best cooler for it's money and totally sufficient
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the ATX motherboards dimensions are 305mm x 244mm so i dont think it would fit inside my existing case but how about this one:
http://www.antec.com/Believe_it/product.php?id=MTA4MQ==
Any other comment regarding this case would be appreciated.

EDIT: I also thought about keeping my old DVD drive cause i dont think i will be needing blu-ray or anything. If i change my mind i can always buy a new one later. What u guys think about that?
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ATX will fit into this case.

U can use ur old dvd drive
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No RAM ? BTW PSU = powersupply , CPU = processor
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joe4holly wrote: No RAM ? BTW PSU = powersupply , CPU = processor
ye that's also what i wanted to say :P
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haha :D added the RAM too now. Well what u guys think?
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A lot like my desktop :p enjoy!
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Pretty close to mine as well!
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OK i got the parts now, gonna start putting this together. Have to make sure everything goes right :-S
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The RAM i bought isnt in my motherboards qualified vendors list. Is this a problem?  :(
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Usually not. U can put it in without risking harm
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is it necessary to apply thermal interface material to the cpu and cpu heatsink before installing the heatsink? i dont have any so is it so omportant that i should get that?
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HeJurmhoanni wrote: is it necessary to apply thermal interface material to the cpu and cpu heatsink before installing the heatsink? i dont have any so is it so omportant that i should get that?
Yes, you must have thermal paste. A pea sized drop in the middle of the cpu. Don't spread it, just fix your cooler down on to it and that will spread it evenly. If there is any excess out of the sides, wipe it off.
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My CPU came with thermal paste. Is it normal for it not to?
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