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Advice for new pc build

  • 26-11-2012 03:14PM
    #1
    ealtug
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 18 ✭


    Hi guys, need a advice on parts for building a new pc. Thanks a lot
    1. What is your budget? €500-600

    2. What will be the main purpose of the computer? Home Lab running VMs(Virtual Box or Hyper-V), GNS3 Cisco Router emulator, a little gaming(WOT). I want integrate GNS3 with Virtual box in order to create small to medium scale networking lab

    3. Do you need a copy of Windows? No

    4. Can you use any parts from an old computer? No

    5. Do you need a monitor? No

    5b. If no, what resolution is your current monitor and do you plan to upgrade in the near future? DELL E2111C LED. Res 1600x900

    6. Do you need any of these peripherals? No

    7. Are you willing to try overclocking? Don't think I need it

    8. How can you pay? Credit Card

    9. When are you purchasing? Soon

    10. If you need help building it, where are you based? Self build

    I want this build keep me going 2-3 years with minor upgrades such CPU . I have made some re-search actually but cant decide which socket should I go for LGA1155, FM2 or AM3+ for the above work I will do and future proof.
    I prefer to able to upgrade CPU without changing the MB.


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