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Hi I Need advice pls.. :bounce:

I'm looking for guidance on building a Dedicated "Gaming Server"
[OS Linux]

For COD5 / Modern Warfare.

(not a "gaming rig" which would be 'high-end use')

I have done a lot of research, result=confusion :pt1cable: ..I'm hoping that u guys & gals here, in the Best Hardware Forum round, can help! :love: <zinco kisses azz>

Any advice on "Gaming Server" would greatly be appreciated!

(video,networking,sound..can all be on-board)
(not important right now -->>HD,SATA,RAM,CASING)

Motherboards?
CPU?
PSU?

thx!! :hello:

zINco


Message edited by zinc00 on 08-15-2009 at 12:15:45 AM
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Proximon wrote :

Budget?

Number of connections?



thx m8 4 ur quick response!

Im starting with Comcast Cable connection at 6mb line with 1mb upload.
and an ftp hosting sight in Europe for the dl's

Starting with 20 connections

and $ .. ummm I'd say $500-$700 .. preferring $500 or less if possible.. :whistle:

zINco

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Well, providing the Linux distro you use has the hardware covered, I don't think it's too hard.

AMD X4 920
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod [...] 6819103472

Gigabyte AM3 785G board
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod [...] 6813128397

DDR3 RAM (Start with 4GB and go from there if you need more)
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod [...] 6820231180

Just some small stable PSU... Great deal on a 400CX atm:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod [...] 6817139008

------------------------------ My Guide to choosing parts
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Just head on over to Gigabyte and see if they have any Linux drivers posted for the board. Obviously sound is not very important, and the video is no problem, but you need chipset and network compatibility.

------------------------------ My Guide to choosing parts
A big list of recommended parts
Troubleshooting Guide w/links
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thx Proximon 4 ur advice,

I'm reviewing the hardware by names..
all good now :)

zINco


Message edited by zinc00 on 08-15-2009 at 01:05:51 AM
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what Bistro do u ppl prefer for a Gaming Server?

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