1. Not usualy, sometimes it does when you order an aftermarket cooler - but you'll have to order some separately in most cases.
2. If you want to do so or not is up to you basicly, if you want to overclock it you can just go ahead and do so. I myself prefer to have used the computer a couple of days before doing so, just for the reason to check if I get any issues with something else - but thats me though.
3. This is somewhat independend to what people prefer - but always keeping the temps 25-30Cs under tj.max under load is preferable. I myself like to keep the CPU temp under load at least 30C under tj.max. If the temps get much higher than that, you should consider some new cooling components.
As for the Q9550 I don't quite remember, but the tj.max is either 95 or 100C (someone please correct me if I'm wrong) - so you would want to keep the max load temps under stress testing not higher than 62-65Cs.
4. Programs like Everest Ultimate, RealTemp, HW Monitor and such are good programs... I myself use Everest Ultimate at this point in time. And sometimes RealTemp, but Everest to monitor them whenever the comp is on. Everest Ultimate costs money, but offers a lot of useful features monitoring the system and system information.
5. Don't rush putting the parts togetter, take your time and follow the instructions for cabeling and such. And also, don't freak out if the computer won't start on it's first try. The problems is usually easely solvable in most cases. Work on a hard surface and not on carpets or such to minimize the risk of static electricity. Also, for a first time build reading thru some guides you can find by googeling can be helpful and informative.
2. If you want to do so or not is up to you basicly, if you want to overclock it you can just go ahead and do so. I myself prefer to have used the computer a couple of days before doing so, just for the reason to check if I get any issues with something else - but thats me though.
3. This is somewhat independend to what people prefer - but always keeping the temps 25-30Cs under tj.max under load is preferable. I myself like to keep the CPU temp under load at least 30C under tj.max. If the temps get much higher than that, you should consider some new cooling components.
As for the Q9550 I don't quite remember, but the tj.max is either 95 or 100C (someone please correct me if I'm wrong) - so you would want to keep the max load temps under stress testing not higher than 62-65Cs.
4. Programs like Everest Ultimate, RealTemp, HW Monitor and such are good programs... I myself use Everest Ultimate at this point in time. And sometimes RealTemp, but Everest to monitor them whenever the comp is on. Everest Ultimate costs money, but offers a lot of useful features monitoring the system and system information.
5. Don't rush putting the parts togetter, take your time and follow the instructions for cabeling and such. And also, don't freak out if the computer won't start on it's first try. The problems is usually easely solvable in most cases. Work on a hard surface and not on carpets or such to minimize the risk of static electricity. Also, for a first time build reading thru some guides you can find by googeling can be helpful and informative.
