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Thread ID: 111348	2010-07-23 07:26:00	New desktop - suggestions please? Update for your comments...	R.M. (561)	Press F1

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1121697	2010-07-24 22:05:00	I would definitely recommend a Corsair PSU and preferably a modular version for cable management. Also I like Seagate drives over Samsung.	Snorkbox (15764)
1121698	2010-07-24 22:37:00	Good comments - thanks! Another forum (photographic, and I've just been reading, not submitting questions) seems to suggest that a lighter weight graphics card (but not to the level for gaming) is a good idea for particularly CS5. I want (not need) a Natural ergonomic key. What would you suggest for a mouse? By the way, my starting size for pics is 5184 x 3456 (or vice versa) and that's before I add layers.... I can advise on the Graphic card after tomorrow -- The business I mentioned before, they got a free upgrade from CS4 to CS5 from adobe. The spec's from adobe suggest graphics card, 16-bit color, and 256MB of VRAM Since their onboard graphics are going to be a struggle, I'm installing This graphic Card (www.dove.co.nz) - being AGP, kind of limited these days. Should be interesting to see how it all goes.	wainuitech (129)
1121699	2010-07-24 23:34:00	I can advise on the Graphic card after tomorrow . I'll look forward to your comments. Thanks. :)	R.M. (561)
1121700	2010-07-24 23:58:00	I can advise on the Graphic card after tomorrow -- The business I mentioned before, they got a free upgrade from CS4 to CS5 from adobe. The spec's from adobe suggest Since their onboard graphics are going to be a struggle, I'm installing This graphic Card (www.dove.co.nz) - being AGP, kind of limited these days. Should be interesting to see how it all goes. I'm very surprised your client hasn't gone for a 64bit system. Especially since by the sounds of it they are using this machine as a production machine and a rip.	plod (107)
1121701	2010-07-25 00:02:00	I'm very surprised your client hasn't gone for a 64bit system. Especially since by the sounds of it they are using this machine as a production machine and a rip. They have XP machines , they are at least 5 years old. I was actually a little surprised it does what it does (being an HP as well) -- But it seems to work OK. They are thinking of Upgrading the PC's when this one finally kicks the bucket - but for the mean time it does what they need.	wainuitech (129)
1121702	2010-07-25 00:05:00	They have XP machines , they are at least 5 years old. I was actually a little surprised it does what it does (being an HP as well) -- But it seems to work OK. They are thinking of Upgrading the PC's when this one finally kicks the bucket - but for the mean time it does what they need. Nothing wrong with Xp, 2 of our dedicated rips are both running Xp. and they are both Dell.	plod (107)
1121703	2010-07-25 00:17:00	Oh, and another thing - which Corsair PSU do you think?	R.M. (561)
1121704	2010-07-26 07:12:00	Here is CL's today's reply to my questions... 'I cannot really recommend Seagate HDD's at the moment as we have had A LOT of issues with them dying at the moment :( DVD Drives are all very similar, I wouldn't worry so much about the brand as they are VERY unlikely to die and LG are very good for warranty; OEM Windows does come with a CD :) but you will have to ring them to activate it once reinstalled, but this goes for Retail also. The Case is Full ATX, just smaller in size :) - Intel Core i7 930 Nehalem 280Ghz 8MB LGA1366 - ASUS P6X58D-E Intel X58 Core I7 PCI-E DDR3 LGA1366 - Kingston HyperX 6GB (3x2GB) DDR3-1600 CL9 - Prolimatech Megahalems CPU Cooler LGA1366 + Arctic Cooling F12 Fan - Samsung Spinpoint F3 1TB 7200RPM SATA II - LG GH-22LS50 22X LightScribe Black SATA DVD Writer - Corsair HX650 650W Modular Power Supply - Lian-Li PC-A05NB Aluminium ATX Mini Tower, Black - EVGA nVidia Geforce GTX470 768MB Super Clocked GDDR5 - Microsoft Windows 7 Professional 64Bit OEM - Standard Hardware Installation and Configuration Overclocking Total = $2679 Incl GST For Monitor, for graphic design I would recommend the HP ZR24W; This is an IPS Monitor, which will give you much more realistic reproduction of colours (more lifelike) This will help with Photoshop tremendously; this is $589 Incl GST' I haven't asked yet if my printers, tablet and scanner will work with this setup. You'll see they are keen on selling a Samsung HDD. Wainui - you were going to make comment on the graphics card - maybe I can save some money there. And I have to admit I'm not all that shook on the case... Your comments are most welcome. :)	R.M. (561)
1121705	2010-07-26 07:17:00	Corsair HX650 650W Modular Power Supply. That one is fine.	Snorkbox (15764)
1121706	2010-07-26 09:32:00	Wainui - you were going to make comment on the graphics card - maybe I can save some money there. And I have to admit I'm not all that shook on the case... Couldn't install it today, they got a rather large order late Friday, and completely forgot I was coming this morning - so the works been re-scheduled for tomorrow. Just a comment re the case and any other components -- Just remember -- its your money, you're the customer, don't let them bully you by saying you have to have a certain part. Just some comments on their replies: OEM Windows does come with a CD but you will have to ring them to activate it once reinstalled, but this goes for Retail also. Utter crap :groan: -- if its a new install, and the COA never been used before it should activate with out any problems, no phone calls needed (OEM or Retail). IF it were on an existing PC, then that would be the case ( maybe) but OEM is meant to be for one PC not transferable. DVD Drives are all very similar, I wouldn't worry so much about the brand as they are VERY unlikely to die OH REALLY :eek: Foot Note: As for the Warranty -- Nothing been mentioned but the Asus motherboard, Samsung HDD come with a THREE year warranty from the manufactures -- If they say its only one or two year, then I'd be asking why since the manufactures is 3 year. The Graphic Card has a Limited Lifetime Warranty ( but -- products purchased in North America) This limited lifetime warranty is valid for the life of the retail product, so long as the original purchaser owns the product, based upon the following conditions: Conditions Here (www.evga.com) under limited Lifetime.	wainuitech (129)
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