Computer Building Q's.

Valentino · 02-03-2008, 06:53 PM

Hey guys what's up. I'm thinking about upgrading from my PC to a custom made computer designed for audio recording. With that in mind, I was wondering what your guys' experience has been with this and where did you end up getting your supply, parts, labor, etc? A friend of mine told me to head over to Fry's but I wanted to ask here first. Thanks!

Cali · 02-03-2008, 07:07 PM

do you know about computers valentino? because i have a question about them and right now i can't find anybody that can help me

Valentino · 02-03-2008, 08:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cali

do you know about computers valentino? because i have a question about them and right now i can't find anybody that can help me

Try me. What's botherin' ya love? (And if you're a guy, then nevermind the 'love' part).

Cali · 02-03-2008, 09:17 PM

my post was replaced by the blank screen. grrrr

ok, i'm about to get a new laptop and i have two choices for processor+video card:

a. Intel(R) Core(TM) 2 Duo Processor T7500 (2.20 GHz, 4 MB L2 Cache, 800MHz FSB) + 256MB NVIDIA GeForce 8400M GS - For Core 2 Duo Processors
or
b. Intel(R) Core(TM) 2 Duo Processor T9300 (2.50 GHz, 6 MB L2 Cache, 800MHz FSB) + Intel(R) Graphics Media Accelerator X3100 - For Core 2 Duo Processors

since i don't really play games, i don't watch videos and the screen is only 15 inches, i was leaning towards getting the T9300 and the not-so-good video card. i also read that the T9300 is really good with the battery life and the overal temperature. i would also be using several applications at once with an external monitor and i don't know if the intel video card could handle that. but i don't know ANYTHING about video cards, so i'm confused. what do you think i should do?
ps. i'm buying my memory stick from fry's, they have great prices and great service

paulbaptiste · 02-08-2008, 06:40 AM

The faster your chip is, the more memory you have, the faster your computer will run, these are more important than your video card (gaming and non gaming) if you are trying to run multiple programs you need a faster processor and more onboard memory to keep up

Cali · 02-08-2008, 03:24 PM

thanks!

Valentino · 02-08-2008, 07:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by paulbaptiste

The faster your chip is, the more memory you have, the faster your computer will run, these are more important than your video card (gaming and non gaming) if you are trying to run multiple programs you need a faster processor and more onboard memory to keep up

Yeah listen to him. I don't really like laptops cuz I prefer the power of a desktop. But with Paul you're in good hands.

02-03-2008, 06:53 PM	#1
Valentino Eskimo Enthusiast Join Date: Nov 2006 Posts: 320	Computer Building Q's. Hey guys what's up. I'm thinking about upgrading from my PC to a custom made computer designed for audio recording. With that in mind, I was wondering what your guys' experience has been with this and where did you end up getting your supply, parts, labor, etc? A friend of mine told me to head over to Fry's but I wanted to ask here first. Thanks!

02-03-2008, 07:07 PM	#2
Cali Vegetable Eskimo Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: A room of musical tunes Posts: 5,158	do you know about computers valentino? because i have a question about them and right now i can't find anybody that can help me __________________ Scrubs Ted and Kate Micucci Screw You (full song) __________________________________ note: my name is NOT short for California

02-03-2008, 09:17 PM	#4
Cali Vegetable Eskimo Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: A room of musical tunes Posts: 5,158	my post was replaced by the blank screen. grrrr ok, i'm about to get a new laptop and i have two choices for processor+video card: a. Intel(R) Core(TM) 2 Duo Processor T7500 (2.20 GHz, 4 MB L2 Cache, 800MHz FSB) + 256MB NVIDIA GeForce 8400M GS - For Core 2 Duo Processors or b. Intel(R) Core(TM) 2 Duo Processor T9300 (2.50 GHz, 6 MB L2 Cache, 800MHz FSB) + Intel(R) Graphics Media Accelerator X3100 - For Core 2 Duo Processors since i don't really play games, i don't watch videos and the screen is only 15 inches, i was leaning towards getting the T9300 and the not-so-good video card. i also read that the T9300 is really good with the battery life and the overal temperature. i would also be using several applications at once with an external monitor and i don't know if the intel video card could handle that. but i don't know ANYTHING about video cards, so i'm confused. what do you think i should do? ps. i'm buying my memory stick from fry's, they have great prices and great service __________________ Scrubs Ted and Kate Micucci Screw You (full song) __________________________________ note: my name is NOT short for California

02-08-2008, 03:24 PM	#6
Cali Vegetable Eskimo Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: A room of musical tunes Posts: 5,158	thanks! __________________ Scrubs Ted and Kate Micucci Screw You (full song) __________________________________ note: my name is NOT short for California

02-08-2008, 06:40 AM	#5
paulbaptiste Eskimo Ninja Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Indianapolis Posts: 174	The faster your chip is, the more memory you have, the faster your computer will run, these are more important than your video card (gaming and non gaming) if you are trying to run multiple programs you need a faster processor and more onboard memory to keep up