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speckledapple

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I have a problem or at least a decision to make. Right now I have what I feel is a very antiquated computer as per what I am able to do versus what I would like to do. I have upgraded it constantly over the years and its done relatively well but now I am surely in the market for something else. I would like to build as I am not a fan of Best Buy types. The specs of my current computer is below. My question is what kind of advancements can I put in my build computer that would satisfy much more than my current computer design. Product suggestions as well as web links would be awesome. Thanks.


Current Build:

Compaq computer system with ACPI x86-based PC
Running Windows 7
AMD Sempron 1800 mhz
ATI Xpress 200 chipset
2560 PC3200 DDR SDRAM
NVIDIA GeForce 6800 XT 256 mb
17" CRT (dual screens)
372.6 GB total split between 3 drives
DVD-ROM

New computer must be able to handle the following:
Multi-tasking significantly
Able to handle graphic intensive programs like the entire Adobe lineup . Poser, as well as the wide spectrum of programming
Decent audio capabilities as well as video capabilities
Expandable, upgradable, and fast
Capable of still running fast with dual screens


I hope I can get some advice on this because I have been searching these computer websites like Newegg and 3BTech and they have all kinds of parts I can use to build a good one with.
 
Judging from what you said there an i5 setup would be good for you. You haven't mentioned gaming, so for a graphics card we can say that the ati HD 5750 will suit your needs. you can use up to 3 monitors at once and 4 with new drivers (still being developed)

do you need things like keyboard/mouse, operating systems etc?
 
linkin93 said:
Judging from what you said there an i5 setup would be good for you. You haven't mentioned gaming, so for a graphics card we can say that the ati HD 5750 will suit your needs. you can use up to 3 monitors at once and 4 with new drivers (still being developed)

do you need things like keyboard/mouse, operating systems etc?
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Actually I do game although I play mostly MMOs like Flyff, Halo, and in the future the new Star Trek MMO coming out. As far as operating system would probably be Windows 7, I like it and its not Vista. Keyboard and mouse would have to be wires, im trying to limit how many wires I get attached to these days.
 
okay, you do game a little. that means a 5770, which is more or less equal to a 4870. Windows 7 Home Premium or Professional sounds good for you. Keyboard and mouse, anything from logitech is great, especially their gaming stuff.
 
speckledapple said:
I have a problem or at least a decision to make. Right now I have what I feel is a very antiquated computer as per what I am able to do versus what I would like to do. I have upgraded it constantly over the years and its done relatively well but now I am surely in the market for something else. I would like to build as I am not a fan of Best Buy types. The specs of my current computer is below. My question is what kind of advancements can I put in my build computer that would satisfy much more than my current computer design. Product suggestions as well as web links would be awesome. Thanks.


Current Build:

Compaq computer system with ACPI x86-based PC
Running Windows 7
AMD Sempron 1800 mhz
ATI Xpress 200 chipset
2560 PC3200 DDR SDRAM
NVIDIA GeForce 6800 XT 256 mb
17" CRT (dual screens)
372.6 GB total split between 3 drives
DVD-ROM

New computer must be able to handle the following:
Multi-tasking significantly
Able to handle graphic intensive programs like the entire Adobe lineup . Poser, as well as the wide spectrum of programming
Decent audio capabilities as well as video capabilities
Expandable, upgradable, and fast
Capable of still running fast with dual screens


I hope I can get some advice on this because I have been searching these computer websites like Newegg and 3BTech and they have all kinds of parts I can use to build a good one with.
Click to expand...

speckledapple said:
Actually I do game although I play mostly MMOs like Flyff, Halo, and in the future the new Star Trek MMO coming out. As far as operating system would probably be Windows 7, I like it and its not Vista. Keyboard and mouse would have to be wires, im trying to limit how many wires I get attached to these days.
Click to expand...

How much are you wanting to spend and does this include a monitor?
 
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