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In the zone
Ok so I have sold my old PC and now its time for a completely new rig. This won't be an upgrade but rather a completely new build from ground up.
1. What is the purpose of the computer? (Note: If you are planning to say multimedia, you will have to be more specific as all types of systems are capable of doing that)
A: Mainly gaming. Movies & programming with occasional video transcoding. I have a laptop for other purposes.
2. Are you open to alternate ideas/products giving similar better performance but offering more VFM/ sellers? If not- why?
A: Yeah sure but please stick to Intel and NVIDIA for proc and gfx.
3. What is your MAX budget?
A: 100-105k
4. Planning to overclock?
A: Not now. A couple of years later perhaps when extra horsepower might be required.
5. Which OS are you planning to use?
A: Windows 7 x64
6. How much hard drive space is needed?
A: 4TB Internal & 4TB External
7. What resolution will the screen run at & whats the size of the screen you want? If you already want have one and want to use it, mention its resolution and size.
A: Has to be atleast 1080p resolution and 22"-23" for screen size.
8. How would you rate your hardware knowledge from the count of 1-10? (1 being the lowest, 5 being you are somewhat in sync with the current performers and 10 being the highest)
A: 9.5
9. Have you ever built a desktop before or will this be done by an assembler?
A: All by myself. It would be a shame if a CSE student needed an assembler
10. When are you planning to buy the system?
A: Around 1st week of June.
11. Are you one of the types looking out for "future proof" configurations?
A: Yep. Definitely.
12. Are there going to be any components that you don't want to include in this new rig? If yes, do mention.
A: Its a completely new build. I need every component other than a WLAN card which I already have.
13. Which city do you live in and are you open to buying from shops from other city/states?
A: Kolkata. Prefer to buy locally unless absolutely required to buy some parts online.
14. Mention any other points if deemed necessary
A: 1) Need the following parts: Processor, Motherboard, HDD, RAM, Graphics Card, PSU, Monitor, Keyboard, Mouse, Cabinet, UPS, 2.1 Sound System, 1x120mm fan, Wireless Router with USB port (NAS), CPU cooler, DVD Writer.
2) Already decided on certain parts but I still want to hear from you guys on what would be the best config within budget. I want a well balanced rig unlike some rigs where the graphics card is a monster and the rest of the system is bare bones.
3) Min 8GB RAM. Not going below that.
4) I might SLI 6 months later. So please recommend the PSU accordingly.
1. What is the purpose of the computer? (Note: If you are planning to say multimedia, you will have to be more specific as all types of systems are capable of doing that)
A: Mainly gaming. Movies & programming with occasional video transcoding. I have a laptop for other purposes.
2. Are you open to alternate ideas/products giving similar better performance but offering more VFM/ sellers? If not- why?
A: Yeah sure but please stick to Intel and NVIDIA for proc and gfx.
3. What is your MAX budget?
A: 100-105k
4. Planning to overclock?
A: Not now. A couple of years later perhaps when extra horsepower might be required.
5. Which OS are you planning to use?
A: Windows 7 x64
6. How much hard drive space is needed?
A: 4TB Internal & 4TB External
7. What resolution will the screen run at & whats the size of the screen you want? If you already want have one and want to use it, mention its resolution and size.
A: Has to be atleast 1080p resolution and 22"-23" for screen size.
8. How would you rate your hardware knowledge from the count of 1-10? (1 being the lowest, 5 being you are somewhat in sync with the current performers and 10 being the highest)
A: 9.5
9. Have you ever built a desktop before or will this be done by an assembler?
A: All by myself. It would be a shame if a CSE student needed an assembler
10. When are you planning to buy the system?
A: Around 1st week of June.
11. Are you one of the types looking out for "future proof" configurations?
A: Yep. Definitely.
12. Are there going to be any components that you don't want to include in this new rig? If yes, do mention.
A: Its a completely new build. I need every component other than a WLAN card which I already have.
13. Which city do you live in and are you open to buying from shops from other city/states?
A: Kolkata. Prefer to buy locally unless absolutely required to buy some parts online.
14. Mention any other points if deemed necessary
A: 1) Need the following parts: Processor, Motherboard, HDD, RAM, Graphics Card, PSU, Monitor, Keyboard, Mouse, Cabinet, UPS, 2.1 Sound System, 1x120mm fan, Wireless Router with USB port (NAS), CPU cooler, DVD Writer.
2) Already decided on certain parts but I still want to hear from you guys on what would be the best config within budget. I want a well balanced rig unlike some rigs where the graphics card is a monster and the rest of the system is bare bones.
3) Min 8GB RAM. Not going below that.
4) I might SLI 6 months later. So please recommend the PSU accordingly.
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