This is actually the first time I’ve suggested grabbing a USB Type-C adapter to plug into the motherboard's existing USB Type-A port. If you’re referring to my previous comment as the "first post," then I’m afraid we are talking past one another entirely. Why on earth would anyone phase out USB Type-A when it’s perfectly obvious that a kid just wants both—Type-A and Type-C—available on the front panel of their case?
Let’s try to apply a little logic here. My point was simply that this specific motherboard lacks a front-panel USB Type-C header. That’s all it was. Either they missed the mark during the marketing phase, or perhaps they didn't, though one can always chalk it up to a simple human error. Yet, instead of addressing that, you’re hitting back at me with this whole diversion about USB Type-A. 🤦
It’s pretty obvious, really; when we’re discussing USB Type-C, anyone looking for a modern setup clearly needs that specific standard, so I can see why it’s such an irritation to him that they still included a USB Type-A port.
Today, I’ve attempted to log in about five separate times, and yet, nothing. It simply refuses to recognize my credentials. Eventually, I manage to get through, but the moment I click on a new thread, the system kicks me right back out, forcing me into this repetitive cycle of logging in three or four times just to stay afloat. Essentially, every single time I try, the interface gives me that polite little message thanking me for signing in, but if you glance at the top of the page, it clearly shows I'm still a guest. Then, after all that effort, I actually compose a post and hit submit, only to be met with another notification claiming I'm not even logged in.
I would suggest you just add $333 and opt for either the ASUS ROG Strix RTX 3060 Ti, the ASUS GeForce RTX 3060 Ti TUF Gaming, or perhaps the Gigabyte Aorus GeForce RTX 3060 Ti Elite.
If you can't track down what you need locally here in the States, why not just order from somewhere like Amazon or eBay? It’s much easier.
For instance, you could look into a Corsair Air 540, which gives you the option to add a DVD drive, or perhaps the Corsair 780T. Then there's the Cougar Panzer Max G, which also allows for a DVD installation if that's what you're after.
Now, if you're looking for something a bit more budget-friendly that still accommodates a DVD drive, I'd suggest checking out the Fractal Design Focus G.
Nothing is going to be cheap next year either, especially if you're sitting there expecting prices to plummet in 2022. And don't hold your breath waiting for graphics card prices to drop by half.
With $2,000 in your pocket, you can actually put together a very serious machine. If you're dead set on going with an Intel Core i7 8700, you might want to reconsider your motherboard choice and look at a Z390 instead. My honest advice? Just aim for a newer PC altogether.