Is all the hardware compatible?

[JordanSimps]

I was wondering if all the hardware I picked out compatible with eachother? Also, is there anything, anyone, would suggest instead of what I've picked? I would use my computer, mostly, for image design and gaming.

Computer Case: Cooler Master HAF X - $179.99
Newegg.com - COOLER MASTER HAF X RC-942-KKN1 Black Steel/ Plastic ATX Full Tower Computer Case

Processor: Intel Core i5-2500k - $219.99
Newegg.com - Intel Core i5-2500K Sandy Bridge 3.3GHz (3.7GHz Turbo Boost) LGA 1155 95W Quad-Core Desktop Processor Intel HD Graphics 3000 BX80623I52500K

Motherboard: GIGABYTE GA-Z68X-UD3H-B3 LGA 1155 Intel Z68 HDMI SATA 6Gb/s USB 3.0 ATX Intel Motherboard - $129.99
Newegg.com - GIGABYTE GA-Z68X-UD3H-B3 LGA 1155 Intel Z68 HDMI SATA 6Gb/s USB 3.0 ATX Intel Motherboard

RAM: Corsair Vengeance Blue 8 GB (2x4 GB) 2133MHz CL11 DDR3 Dual Channel Memory Kit - $45.00
Newegg.com - CORSAIR Vengeance 8GB (2 x 4GB) 240-Pin DDR3 SDRAM DDR3 2133 Desktop Memory Model CMZ8GX3M2A2133C11B

Video Card: Galaxy 67NPH6DV5ZJX GeForce GTX 670 2GB 256-bit GDDR5 PCI Express 3.0 x16 HDCP - $359.99
Newegg.com - Galaxy 67NPH6DV5ZJX GeForce GTX 670 2GB 256-bit GDDR5 PCI Express 3.0 x16 HDCP Ready SLI Support Video Card

HDD: Seagate Barracuda 7200 3 TB 7200RPM SATA 6 Gb/s - $149.99
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16822148844
Plextor Pro Series SSD PX-128M3P 128GB SATA 6 GB/s - $119.67
Amazon.com: Plextor Pro Series SSD PX-128M3P 128GB SATA 6 GB/s 2.5-Inch 7mm Solid State Drive (5 Years Warranty): Computers & Accessories

Power Supply: CORSAIR Enthusiast Series TX850M 850W - $124.99
Newegg.com - CORSAIR Enthusiast Series TX850M 850W ATX12V v2.31 / EPS12V v2.92 80 PLUS BRONZE Certified Semi Modular High Performance Power Supply

DVD/CD-ROM: ASUS 24X DVD/CD Burner/Reader - $19.99
Newegg.com - ASUS 24X DVD Burner - Bulk 24X DVD+R 8X DVD+RW 12X DVD+R DL 24X DVD-R 6X DVD-RW 16X DVD-ROM 48X CD-R 32X CD-RW 48X CD-ROM Black SATA Model DRW-24B1ST/BLK/B/AS - CD / DVD Burners

CPU Cooler: Prolimatech Megahalems Rev. B Heatpipe - $69.99
Amazon.com: Prolimatech Megahalems Rev C. Intel CPU Heatsink: Computers & Accessories

[profJim]

Buy a high quality 128 or 256MB ssd for an o/s boot drive!!
Will your image design software run better with 16GB of memory? 32GB?
Your "too tall" memory might be a problem with your cpu cooler if you want to upgrade to a 4 memory module setup in the future.
Their website says that there is only 42mm clearance for the closest memory slot.
Are you going to install one or more cpu cooling fans with higher CFM or static pressure ratings?

I'm not sure how well the current z68 bios support is if you want to upgrade to an Ivy Bridge cpu in the future.
Verify that your z68 motherboard won't have any issues with UEFI and your 3TB hard drive; search using: uefi 3tb for more information.
Other forum members can tell you about any current issues with mixing Sandy Bridge and Ivy Bridge motherboards and processors.
How much are you saving by going with an i5-2500k/z68 setup instead of an i5-3570k/z77 setup?
I think that you will be better off with an Ivy Bridge motherboard and cpu.

Are you going to buy a suitable UPS/line conditioner to protect your system from voltage spikes?
If yes, check out the CyberPower USP units at Newegg.com - Power Protection, UPS, CyberPower, 1001 - 2000 VA
The CyberPower "PFC" models have universal compatibility with power supplies, the "AVR" models might have compatibility issues with some power supply models. A web search using ups modified step wave provides links relating to possible UPS issues from any manufacturer. Both of my Seasonic made power supplies don't have any problems with my lower priced APC step wave UPS units.

If you can wait a bit for the start of the holiday shopping season (mid/late November through new years), you'll find even better Newegg prices.

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