Hello All,
I am planing to build a new cpu. My primary requirement is that I have to run many server OS together.I am not a gamer and I will not be buying a graphic card, however I might buy one in a few months time so would like to have that capability on the motherboard.There should be a support for H/W virtualization..I can spend 10k extra if it gives me a substantial inc in the performance.Please suggest me a suitable configuration.Thanks !
1. What is the purpose of the computer?
A: I need to run server Windows server 2003 and 2008 with client machines.
2. Are you open to alternate ideas/products giving similar better performance
but offering more VFM/ sellers? If not- why?
A: Yes
3. What is your MAX budget?
A: 40k
4. Planning to overclock?
A:Yes,in future
5. Which OS are you planning to use?
A: Base OS would be windows server 2008 then there will be many virtual machines.
6. How much hard drive space is needed?
A: 2 TB
7. What resolution will the screen run at & whats the size of the screen you
want?
A: For now I have my old 15" samsung monitor,but, will change it to a good 22" in the future.
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: 5
9. Have you ever built a desktop before or will this be done by an assembler?
A: It will be an assembler.
10. When are you planning to buy the system?
A: Within a month
11. Are you one of the types looking out for "future proof" configurations?
A: Yes
12. Are there going to be any components that you don't want to include in this new rig? If yes, do mention.
A:Graphic Card,Monitor,Keyboard,Mouse.
13. Which city do you live in and are you open to buying from shops from other city/states?
A: New-Delhi,no.
14. Mention any other points if deemed necessary
A: At least 8 GB of ram [might inc in future].
I am planing to build a new cpu. My primary requirement is that I have to run many server OS together.I am not a gamer and I will not be buying a graphic card, however I might buy one in a few months time so would like to have that capability on the motherboard.There should be a support for H/W virtualization..I can spend 10k extra if it gives me a substantial inc in the performance.Please suggest me a suitable configuration.Thanks !
1. What is the purpose of the computer?
A: I need to run server Windows server 2003 and 2008 with client machines.
2. Are you open to alternate ideas/products giving similar better performance
but offering more VFM/ sellers? If not- why?
A: Yes
3. What is your MAX budget?
A: 40k
4. Planning to overclock?
A:Yes,in future
5. Which OS are you planning to use?
A: Base OS would be windows server 2008 then there will be many virtual machines.
6. How much hard drive space is needed?
A: 2 TB
7. What resolution will the screen run at & whats the size of the screen you
want?
A: For now I have my old 15" samsung monitor,but, will change it to a good 22" in the future.
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: 5
9. Have you ever built a desktop before or will this be done by an assembler?
A: It will be an assembler.
10. When are you planning to buy the system?
A: Within a month
11. Are you one of the types looking out for "future proof" configurations?
A: Yes
12. Are there going to be any components that you don't want to include in this new rig? If yes, do mention.
A:Graphic Card,Monitor,Keyboard,Mouse.
13. Which city do you live in and are you open to buying from shops from other city/states?
A: New-Delhi,no.
14. Mention any other points if deemed necessary
A: At least 8 GB of ram [might inc in future].
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