So as not to highjack another thread I am starting my own. I am building a PC for Trading. I will not be playing any games whatsoever on it. I will surf web, have many windows open at the same time, and stream videos via youtube, and netflix. Primary purpose though is trading. I have 2 monitors with 1920x1200 Resolution that I will be utilizing until I can afford more. My goal is to build a machine that will last a few years, and will be very stable and fast. I have never built a rig, but what I see that is pre-built, just doesn't fit what I want or need IMHO. Opinions on brands have been formed just by an immense amount of online research, but I still have questions, or desire confirmation from people with more experience, and am completely open to suggestions. My questions/plans are:
1. CPU Is the I5 3570k sufficient for my needs, and would be going with a AMD be a mistake?...I know I don't need Hyperthreading so I feel an I7 would be a waste of money.
2. MOBO. I like the reliability of the Sabretooth line from Asus, is this Necessary? Again, I am looking for quality and durability.
3. Power Supply?? How much do I really need, and what brands or models are better and why?
4. Graphics/Video Cards? I have heard Matrox makes a quality product that is designed for industrial/professional use...opinions??
5. HD..I was planning on going with SSD for loading the OS, and perhaps a 1GB Seagate or Western Digital. Any thoughts?
6. Memory. I was planning on 16GB of Ram at 1600. Would 32 be overkill?
7. Case..I like the look of the Corsairs, figure in the $100-150 range will be fine. But again, could live with a 50-60 dollar one. I care more about main components, then case.
8. CPU Cooler..Again, I like the Corsair product, was thinking of the H100. DO I actually need one??
9. OS I can't stand the look of the Windows 8, and was thinking about the Windows 7 Ultimate, hoping for student discount.
10. Optical. Just figuring on a basic DVD burner..
Budget is around $1200 Plus or minus based upon what I need. If I could whittle it down, great! If I need to up the costs, so be it. Thanks for help in advance, and please be kind as this is my first go around.
1. CPU Is the I5 3570k sufficient for my needs, and would be going with a AMD be a mistake?...I know I don't need Hyperthreading so I feel an I7 would be a waste of money.
2. MOBO. I like the reliability of the Sabretooth line from Asus, is this Necessary? Again, I am looking for quality and durability.
3. Power Supply?? How much do I really need, and what brands or models are better and why?
4. Graphics/Video Cards? I have heard Matrox makes a quality product that is designed for industrial/professional use...opinions??
5. HD..I was planning on going with SSD for loading the OS, and perhaps a 1GB Seagate or Western Digital. Any thoughts?
6. Memory. I was planning on 16GB of Ram at 1600. Would 32 be overkill?
7. Case..I like the look of the Corsairs, figure in the $100-150 range will be fine. But again, could live with a 50-60 dollar one. I care more about main components, then case.
8. CPU Cooler..Again, I like the Corsair product, was thinking of the H100. DO I actually need one??
9. OS I can't stand the look of the Windows 8, and was thinking about the Windows 7 Ultimate, hoping for student discount.
10. Optical. Just figuring on a basic DVD burner..
Budget is around $1200 Plus or minus based upon what I need. If I could whittle it down, great! If I need to up the costs, so be it. Thanks for help in advance, and please be kind as this is my first go around.
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