Help with new build.

[Slicker]

OK Since DP brought it up....

Taking a closer look at the Antec, I think you should try a different case. The Antec is built like an old-school ATXs which do not have some features to ease system building and maintenance.

I have an old school, beige, full tower, all steel Antec ATX case. I still use it. It was cutting edge at the time with a side opening case, removable hard disk cage, and room for 4x80mm case fans.

Consider this combo
Cooler Master HAF 912 - $59.99
Cooler Master Hardisk Cage - $23.99

I have a 912 and it is bigger then the pic suggests. That combo will give him more options for fan size, count and location. The 912 also has a MB tray CPU retaining cutout, lots of grommet covered cutouts for cable management, support for water cooling options and built-in dust filters.

I have several Cooler Master cases and highly recommend them. Much easier on the pocket book than Antec and don't lack in features. If you want to spend a little more money elsewhere (e.g. PSU or HDD), you might even consider the Cooler Master Gladiator 600 which is $20 less than the HAF 912.
http://www.microcenter.com/single_pr...uct_id=0317308