[Minor Build Update]Adding a second graphics card and Crossfire

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So my original build included a Gigabyte Radeon HD 7850 and I'm of half a mind to get another... well, because I want to. And my wife has even grudgingly agreed (hell, she's getting custom drapes).

Do I need to add the same card to crossfire? I'm tempted to get the same one just out of paranoia, but I was wondering if anyone had any advice. I presume its not that difficult to set it up (I'm pretty sure I have the space) but maybe if someone who understands all this better than me can offer some advice?

For reference, here's my build:

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks

Type	Item	Price
CPU	Intel Core i5-3570K 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor	$189.99 @ Microcenter
CPU Cooler	Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler	$29.99 @ Microcenter
Motherboard	Gigabyte GA-Z77X-UD3H ATX LGA1155 Motherboard	$134.99 @ NCIX US
Memory	Patriot Intel Extreme Master, Limited Ed 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory	$69.99 @ NCIX US
Memory	Patriot Intel Extreme Master, Limited Ed 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory	$69.99 @ NCIX US
Storage	Crucial M4 128GB 2.5" Solid State Disk	$89.99 @ Microcenter
Storage	Seagate Barracuda 3TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive	$119.20 @ Amazon
Video Card	Gigabyte Radeon HD 7850 2GB Video Card	$165.38 @ Newegg
Case	Fractal Design Define R4 w/Window (Titanium Grey) ATX Mid Tower Case	$99.99 @ NCIX US
Power Supply	SeaSonic 760W 80 PLUS Platinum Certified ATX12V / EPS12V Power Supply	$164.98 @ SuperBiiz
Optical Drive	Samsung SH-224BB DVD/CD Writer	$29.94 @ Adorama
Operating System	Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium SP1 (OEM) (64-bit)	$89.98 @ Outlet PC
Monitor	Asus VH236H 23.0" Monitor	-
Keyboard	Logitech MX 5500 Revolution Wireless Standard Keyboard w/Laser Mouse	-
		Total
	Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available.	$1254.41
	Generated by PCPartPicker 2013-09-11 13:53 EDT-0400

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