The Apollo

I never thought I would be putting over 2k on a computer and not car modifications. But here is what I bought Friday, Probably a little late on opinions since I bought one already but anyways here is what I got. Tell me what you guys think I went with the Sniper motherboard for future SLI upgrade in the near future. If all works out well I will be writing a review with some pictures.

System Configuration:Exterior Finish: - Standard Factory Finish
Trim Accents: - Standard Factory Finish
Processor: Intel Core i5 4690K 3.50 GHz (Codename Devils Canyon) (Unlocked CPU) (Quad Core)
Motherboard: GIGABYTE G1.Sniper Z97 (Intel Z97 Chipset) (Onboard Creative Sound)
System Memory: 16GB DDR3 1600MHz Digital Storm Certified Performance Series (Highly Recommended) (Hand Tested)
Power Supply: 750W Corsair CX750M
Expansion Bay: - No Thanks
Optical Drive: DVD-R/RW/CD-R/RW (DVD Writer 24x / CD-Writer 48x)
Storage Set 1: 1x Storage (1TB Western Digital - Black Edition)
Storage Set 2: - No Thanks
Storage Set 3: - No Thanks
RAID Config: - No Thanks
RAID Card: - No Thanks
Internet Access: High Speed Network Port (Supports High-Speed Cable / DSL / Network Connections)
Graphics Card(s): 1x NVIDIA GeForce GTX 770 2GB (Includes PhysX)
Sound Card: Integrated Motherboard Audio
HPC Processor: - No Thanks
Extreme Cooling: H20: Stage 2: Corsair H110 280mm Radiator Liquid CPU Cooler (Extreme-Performance Edition)
H20 Tube Color: - Not Applicable, I do not have a FrostChill or Sub-Zero LCS Cooling System Selected
Chassis Fans: Upgrade Chassis With LED Performance Fans (Green) (Up to 6 Fans)
Internal Lighting: Internal Chassis Lighting System (Green)
Airflow Control: - No Thanks
Chassis Mods: Fan Blow-Hole: Graphics Card Area Only: Laser Cut and Mount a Side Window 140mm Fan
Noise Reduction: - No Thanks
LaserMark: - No Thanks
CPU Boost: Stage 1: Overclock CPU 4.0GHz to 4.4GHz
Graphics Boost: Yes, Overclock the video card(s) as much as possible with complete stability
Memory Boost: - No Thanks, Please do not overclock my memory
OS Boost: - No Thanks, Please do not tweak the services on the operating system
Windows OS: Microsoft Windows 8.1 (64-Bit Edition)
Recovery Tools: Windows Recovery Toolkit (Bundled with Windows CD)
Virus Protection: FREE: McAfee AntiVirus Plus (1 Year Service Activation Card) (Not Pre-installed) ($35 Value)
Office: - No Thanks
Game: - No Thanks
Display: - No Thanks
Surge Shield: - No Thanks
Speakers: - No Thanks
Keyboard: - No Thanks
Mouse: - No Thanks
NVIDIA SHIELD: - No Thanks
Exclusive T-Shirt: - No Thanks
Priority Build: - No Thanks, Ship Within 10-15 Business Days After Order Is Successfully Processed
Warranty: Life-time Expert Care with 3 Year Limited Warranty (3 Year Labor & 1 Year Part Replacement)

Edited by StealthG6 - 13 Jul 2014 at 7:21am

Originally posted by Ragevirusqq Did i really just beat Bprat and snaike to the punch... OMG

Yep, you did. 

That does look like a real nice system.    I would opt for the 850watt psu, just more headroom and less chance of the psu operating above the 80% efficiency point.  Most reliable sites recommend an 850 watt for sli 770.   The 750 watt psu will work, so your call.  

I also would go for the 780.  Its another 20-25% better fps in most games than the 770 and might make sli not needed.   Single card is always better if it meets your needs.  Of course, the monitor's resolution you'll be using is all important.  If its a 1920x1080 the single 780 will rock. 

I think I read that the 280mm rad with the 760T case means the top slot of your 5.25" array is taken up partially and your optical drive is in the next one down.   Not a big deal at all for most, but just something to be aware of.

If you do feel the need for changes, DS will do it no problem if early enough. 

Good Luck and stay in touch.  


Edited by bprat22 - 13 Jul 2014 at 10:14am

Interesting, thanks for your feedback guys!

Didn't know about that with the 280mm Rad but it doesn't like a big deal. I probably should of went with a higher PSU but, I've read the 750 is really good even for upgrades.

As for the video card I was aware of this I looked up the reviews on the 770 and they were mostly 5 Stars and the reason I didn't get the 780 is it's a big jump in price so I opted for the graphics card overclock to compensate some and get the maximum potential out of that 770.

Originally posted by StealthG6 Thanks Snaike I might do that tomorrow.

Most welcome, of course.

The Vanquish II Ultimate comes with the 770 .... I couldn't be happier with it. Everything it's supposed to be and more with all the stuff I've thrown at it.

It's a great card.

Good thing you people did not ask me about The Apollo!
Cause to me that was an old strip club in Atlantic City years ago.

The 10-15 days is always a conservative estimate. Consider the upgrade in estimates as "catching all the lights green".

Remember, DS is going to guarantee that system is 100% stable. They don't cut corners because as much as they value you as a customer, they really don't want to see the machine again... if you know what I mean.   

There is one thing you may want to do... give Alex ([email protected]) a message to link the email your forum account with the email linked to your order.

That way you get the really cool "Verified Customer" label under your name.




*Edit ... gotta stop trying to make sense after another 26 hour day...

Edited by Snaike - 14 Jul 2014 at 6:37pm

Orders can jump stages and stay in Stage 5 for a while, etc... Plus, some orders get priority service automatically if the team has some extra headroom. Don't worry about us trying rush it as that's the last thing we want to do since we have to stand behind our product and provide you with our lifetime support and hardware replacement warranty.

In regards to the "Verified Customer" badge, make sure your email address for your forums account is exactly the same (including case sensitive) with the email you used for your purchase.

Welcome to the family!

Originally posted by Nav Welcome to the family!

And there it is... welcome to the cool side of the world. 

I am playing with a single monitor, and the research I has done online, has been a big help in fixing most of the troubles.

Yes, and 2 cards in SLI are best bet too.

You're not annoying me at all!

Haha, I'm ready.

Normally that day or the next. They ship them as soon as possible.

The wait is a killer. We've all been there and it is worth it.

Good luck.

Originally posted by Snaike distract yourself with something for awhile.... a pet, a significant other, small children... because when you get the machine you're not going to be seeing them for awhile...

The wait will be well worth it. Good things comes to those who wait.