- Jul 1, 2013
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Hi Everyone,
I've built computers in the past (about 5-6 years ago), but I wanted to post here for some advice.
I need to build a system for a number of purposes, ranked below. My budget is between 1.5k and 2k, with the deal being that I'd like to spend less, but can spend more if there's a valid reason to do so.
Purchase Date: ASAP
Location: Washington DC
Budget 1.5k-2k
Needs (in order of importance):
1. Software Development. Key here is dual (or more) monitor support.
2. Audio Production, Engineering
Gaming (these are all of equal importance).
Overclocking: Maybe (prefer not to, but might someday if I'm bored).
Externals: I don't need a monitor, keyboard, mouse or other items. I might get a high end monitor later on, but ATM i'm just looking for a great box.
OS: Dual Boot (windows/linux).
Also - if anyone could provide some links to guides on the build process itself I would appreciate it. Like I said I've done it in the past, and I'm sure I can find some resources myself, but if you have a good information source that you think is trustworthy I would prefer to start there.
I'll try and put together my own build this evening (after work), and post here for comments.
Thanks everyone, let me know if I can provide further information!
Edit: Just saw the Step-By-Step building guide. I'll assume that's solid for the act of building the box itself. Still could use the components advice!
I've built computers in the past (about 5-6 years ago), but I wanted to post here for some advice.
I need to build a system for a number of purposes, ranked below. My budget is between 1.5k and 2k, with the deal being that I'd like to spend less, but can spend more if there's a valid reason to do so.
Purchase Date: ASAP
Location: Washington DC
Budget 1.5k-2k
Needs (in order of importance):
1. Software Development. Key here is dual (or more) monitor support.
2. Audio Production, Engineering
Gaming (these are all of equal importance).
Overclocking: Maybe (prefer not to, but might someday if I'm bored).
Externals: I don't need a monitor, keyboard, mouse or other items. I might get a high end monitor later on, but ATM i'm just looking for a great box.
OS: Dual Boot (windows/linux).
Also - if anyone could provide some links to guides on the build process itself I would appreciate it. Like I said I've done it in the past, and I'm sure I can find some resources myself, but if you have a good information source that you think is trustworthy I would prefer to start there.
I'll try and put together my own build this evening (after work), and post here for comments.
Thanks everyone, let me know if I can provide further information!
Edit: Just saw the Step-By-Step building guide. I'll assume that's solid for the act of building the box itself. Still could use the components advice!
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