I have finally Ascended! Thank you r/PCMR , r/BuildaPC , u/MrChasers, and u/CareyHolzman

The Organs

PC Part Picker List : http://pcpartpicker.com/list/764Npb

Z170M Mobo

i5-6600k

Cryorig H7

Thanks MrChasers for throwing in this B-E-A-Utiful CPU cooler for a combo deal.

16GB DDR4 - 2400

240 SSD

Big thanks to u/MrChasers for selling me his 970

MrChasers threw this in for free!

I never looked up the model number before installing it all but ill edit the list when i get around to it.

CX5500M

Went with the CX line, as recommended by Carey Holzman for budget builds, before i realized i was going for an Over-Budget Build ¯\_(ツ)_/¯

Phantom 240

Fell in love with this case the moment i laid my eyes on it. I almost went a few different directions but ultimately i kept coming back to this beaut. Price played a role in my decision but form was a big deal. I am very happy with this case as an amateur.

First attempts at cable management.

Plenty of tie off spots on the 240

Final Assembly

I was so happy when i turned the case over and saw this staring back at me. I had an overwhelming sense of accomplishment and relief. "I did it! i finally did it!"

She LIVES!!!

First try and it booted up correctly. I know this isn't the BIOS but i never snapped a picture so this will have to do for now. Video link of first start up = https://youtu.be/2ZeAPXlXh1o

In true Carey Holzman Style

I always wondered what his floor looks like after one of his videos. FYI, I saved most of the boxes, the important ones, just wanted to set up the picture :) .

My Battle Station

Proud to finally join The PCMR. Introducing, Wanda!