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gr8mpg
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_ 		30. October 2008 @ 17:06 _ Link to this message    Send private message to this user   
Have build some systems in the past & have upgraded my old comp to the limit. This is mostly for video editing, some gaming etc. I want a lot of bells & whistles & enough power for add on's later. This is what I've been looking at & want to order parts as soon as I can get some good suggestions.
processor: intel quad q-9550-for sure
case: coolermaster cosmos 1100 full tower-for sure
cooler: coolermaster v8--would I have room?
vid. card: xfx Ge Force 9800GT-would two in sli work or will one be sufficient (these are on sale at New Egg + free game)
MOB: Gigabyte GAX48-DQ6--or any other suggestions?
HD: A 250gb for system, possibly 600+ for video and an external e-sata 500gb for backups; I don't understand how raid should be set up.
Memory: ? Corsair for sure but which ones? Even though xp can only utilize 3.25 gb. can I add 4gb? I plan to upgrade to windows 7 later.
os: xp pro
I want this system to be stable & last for a while. Thanks in advance; you guys are awsome!
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Askal
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_ 		30. October 2008 @ 18:10 _ Link to this message    Send private message to this user   
Alright, your case is ALOT of money, for nothing. Sure the case is important, has to have a good airflow and must be stable, but the one you chose is just ridiculous.

Get this case : http://www.newegg.ca/Product/Product.asp...=nine%20hundred

Graphic card : http://www.newegg.ca/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16814102770

RAM : http://www.newegg.ca/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820231122

Fan : http://www.newegg.ca/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16835118223

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gr8mpg
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_ 		31. October 2008 @ 00:58 _ Link to this message    Send private message to this user   
Thanks for the info, but I forgot to mention about the power supply. How much power do I need. I've looked at the coolermaster 600/900/1100 even though the price is high; any suggestions on this?
So it's ok to install the 4g of ram even though xp won't use the .75gig that is left?
One other question: will the case take a floppy drive? Thanks
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floss313
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_ 		31. October 2008 @ 01:30 _ Link to this message    Send private message to this user   
Right, let's see...

Q9550- Quality(now that the price has been reduced)

Case- I have a 900 myself and am really happy with it however that coolermaster looks awesome! Haven't tried it though.

Cooler- That also looks awesome but I haven't had the pleasure of testing one

Mobo: X48-DQ6 Quality also!

Graphics: Your motherboard of choice supports Crossfire X so you are better off getting ATi GPU's. I myself have a 3870 Toxic and am very pleased. Their price on Newegg is half of what we pay in the UK so perhaps you might grab a couple of those or go for the 4870's.

HD: 300 GB velociraptor (very fast)x2 in Raid0 + Spinpoint F1 1tb for your vids+ WD My Book 500GB as external. The Mobo already has a RAID controller so you may make use of that. Here is a link to help you understand RAID better:

http://www.pcstats.com/articleview.cfm?articleID=830

Make sure you read it. It makes a HUGE difference.

Memory: Read the supported RAM page at the Gigabyte website to make sure you get the the right one.

http://www.gigabyte.com.tw/FileList/Memo..._ga-x48-dq6.pdf

If your RAM of choice is not listed perhaps you might drop'em an email to find out.

There you have it. That's my contribution. Hope it helps.
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