- Apr 26, 2014
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I'm a computer programmer that is building a work from home computer. I plan on using XenClient in a standalone mode (no synchronizer) to host multiple OS's simultaneously. Thus I want alot of RAM. I'd also like to get an SSD for bootup but need a main Hard Drive for programs, data and databases, I'm not sure if I can do the SSD/HD split with standalone XenClient. I may get NAS for LAN, but I really don't want to get a separate server too. I've already got laptops on wireless and don't plan on making them XenClient as they are for more family use. I plan on 1 Windows 8 OS and multiple Linux (Ubuntu, Fedora, CentOS) OSes. The Windows 8 OS will be the primary one most of the time.
Approximate Purchase Date: Within 1 month
Budget Range: The cheaper the better, but I expect around $1000 not including monitors. Don't think I need to spend money on fancy graphics card (not planning on CUDA programming). I'd rather spend the money on best CPU (many cores), motherboard and RAM that support XenClient virtualization and fast compilation/program execution.
System Usage from Most to Least Important:
1. Programming (Windows - C#, Linux - C++ & Python)
2. Everyday tasks (Internet, Productivity) My wife will be using this desktop as well
3. I'm going to get around to playing Portal 2 at some point...no fancier games than that, unless Orc's Must Die 2 counts.
Are you buying a monitor: Yes - 3 Large High Resolution Monitors, 2 to start. This is the main reason we are going with a desktop over a laptop. I plan on having Eclipse/Visual Studio in 1 screen and a Browser Window or 2 on another. I will probably add the 3rd monitor later if I find that the 2 hi-res ones are not enough.
Parts to Upgrade: None
Do you need to buy OS: Yes
Preferred Website(s) for Parts: Websites only, I don't have access to any good stores locally (like Microcenter) but I'm in the US.
Parts Preferences: by brand or type: Not really, but I want the computer to be as energy efficient as possible while idle and preferably not raise the temperature of my house, it will be in a well ventilated area of my home office.
Overclocking: Maybe, but I'd rather not if it will reduce the lifespan of the CPU/RAM. I want this computer to last at least 3 to 5 years.
SLI or Crossfire: No, I don't think I'll be doing anything that extreme to warrant it.
Your Monitor Resolution: 1920x1080, 2560x1440 or better. Should be the same across all 3 potential monitors.
Approximate Purchase Date: Within 1 month
Budget Range: The cheaper the better, but I expect around $1000 not including monitors. Don't think I need to spend money on fancy graphics card (not planning on CUDA programming). I'd rather spend the money on best CPU (many cores), motherboard and RAM that support XenClient virtualization and fast compilation/program execution.
System Usage from Most to Least Important:
1. Programming (Windows - C#, Linux - C++ & Python)
2. Everyday tasks (Internet, Productivity) My wife will be using this desktop as well
3. I'm going to get around to playing Portal 2 at some point...no fancier games than that, unless Orc's Must Die 2 counts.
Are you buying a monitor: Yes - 3 Large High Resolution Monitors, 2 to start. This is the main reason we are going with a desktop over a laptop. I plan on having Eclipse/Visual Studio in 1 screen and a Browser Window or 2 on another. I will probably add the 3rd monitor later if I find that the 2 hi-res ones are not enough.
Parts to Upgrade: None
Do you need to buy OS: Yes
Preferred Website(s) for Parts: Websites only, I don't have access to any good stores locally (like Microcenter) but I'm in the US.
Parts Preferences: by brand or type: Not really, but I want the computer to be as energy efficient as possible while idle and preferably not raise the temperature of my house, it will be in a well ventilated area of my home office.
Overclocking: Maybe, but I'd rather not if it will reduce the lifespan of the CPU/RAM. I want this computer to last at least 3 to 5 years.
SLI or Crossfire: No, I don't think I'll be doing anything that extreme to warrant it.
Your Monitor Resolution: 1920x1080, 2560x1440 or better. Should be the same across all 3 potential monitors.
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