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    Posted: 25 Aug 2009 at 9:42pm
I had a few questions about configuring a computer. Hoping someone can help out.
 
Was wondering if anyone who has the HAF 932 or 922 could comment on the noise level? It looks like all those fans keep the computer cool but I'm concerned about the noise level.
 
For video cards, is it faster to get 1 GeForce GTX 275 (1792MB) OR to get two GTX 275 (896MB) running in SLI mode?  Since the MBs are equivalent, I wasnt sure if there is any difference or if I would see noticeable difference because the two cards would share the load.
 
Lastly, i'm intrigued by Solid State Drives.  I've read they dramatically improve start up times when you turn on the computer but at the same time they dont necessary benefit the in-game experience.  Was wondering if anyone could comment on the benefits of SSD and whether or not its worth the extra $$.
 
Appreciate any comments.  Thanks
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  Quote lock52 Quote  Post ReplyReply bullet Posted: 25 Aug 2009 at 11:29pm
It is MUCH faster go get two GTX 275 (896MB) in SLI. DST4ME will probably soon be in here with his graphs and will provide you with an excellent configuration to fix your needs...he's awesome like that :)
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  Quote Roadkill331. Quote  Post ReplyReply bullet Posted: 25 Aug 2009 at 11:55pm
The key is to get the most overkill parts that you can afford.
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Yeah but you should really wait for DST4ME

Do you have a ticket number, resolution and a budget? That really helps out.

The 17962MB 275 is better for higher resolutions.

SSD's are faster and don't break when you drop them but they are more expensive per GB.


Edited by Roadkill331. - 26 Aug 2009 at 12:00am
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  Quote Caleb Quote  Post ReplyReply bullet Posted: 26 Aug 2009 at 12:08am
Actually from what I've read around the forums here for the past few weeks I've read that you wont see a performance gain in the 1762 vs the 896's wait for DST4ME to correct me though with charts...that'll be my luck
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  Quote B-Comp Quote  Post ReplyReply bullet Posted: 26 Aug 2009 at 12:17am
My budget is 2000 or so. Not sure on the resolution (new to this). My monitor is 24 inch widescreen.
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  Quote sdelu Quote  Post ReplyReply bullet Posted: 26 Aug 2009 at 12:20am
get the SLI. one 1792 will not be anywhere NEAR two 896's in SLI. In fact, one 1792 isn't really better than one 896.
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  Quote Showboat Quote  Post ReplyReply bullet Posted: 26 Aug 2009 at 1:01am
My budget was $2000 and wanted a gaming/photoshop rig and I went with the Extreme 1 a week ago. I took the parts list to Newegg and I couldnt build this with parts, op system with upgrade to W7 , labor and a warranty to boot. Its schedule for delivery tomorrow morning and im like a kid at xmas tonight! Stick with your budget and ask questions. This is a great place for that and everyone is helpful.
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  Quote <8) slunK parade Quote  Post ReplyReply bullet Posted: 26 Aug 2009 at 1:02am
probably 1920x1200 or 1080

youll probably need two gtx27s
your budget of 2k wont cut it
at least not for that resolution
at very least youll need 2500$
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  Quote Roadkill331. Quote  Post ReplyReply bullet Posted: 26 Aug 2009 at 2:32am
Go prebuild!
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  Quote DST4ME Quote  Post ReplyReply bullet Posted: 26 Aug 2009 at 3:04am
if you can swing for this then get this cause you need 2 x 275 896MB if you want to play at high settings:

Here you go Ticket# 325835 --- Price: $2783 (To see this build click here) Price after current promotion $2583

Copy of Specifications:
Chassis Model: Cooler Master HAF 932
Exterior Finish: - Standard Factory Finish
Interior Finish: - Standard Factory Finish
Trim Accents: - Standard Factory Finish
Processor: Intel Core i7 920 2.66GHz (Quad Core)
Motherboard: EVGA X58 LE Edition SLI (Intel X58 Chipset) (Supports SLI or CrossFire)
System Memory: 6GB DDR3 1600MHz Digital Storm Certified by mushkin enhanced (Highly Recommended) (Hand Tested)
Power Supply: 1000W Corsair HX (Dual/Triple/Quad SLI Compatible) (Silent Edition)
Card Reader: - No Thanks
Hard Drive Set 1: Operating System: 1x (500GB Western Digital (16MB Cache) (7200 RPM) (SATA)
Set 1 Raid Options: - No Thanks
Hard Drive Set 2: Multimedia\Data: - No Thanks
Hard Drive Set 3: Backup\Misc.: - No Thanks
Optical Drive 1: DVD±R/RW/CD-R/RW (DVD Writer 20x / CD-Writer 48x)
Optical Drive 2: - No Thanks
Internet Access: High Speed Network Port (Supports High-Speed Cable / DSL / Network Connections)
Video Card: 2x SLI Dual (NVIDIA GeForce GTX 275 896MB (Includes PhysX Technology)
Add-on Card: - No Thanks
Sound Card: Creative Labs X-Fi Titanium Fatal1ty Professional (PCI-Express Slot Based)
Extreme Cooling: AIR: Stage 2: Noctua NH-U12P High Performance Cooler (Compatible With ONLY i7 Processors)
Liquid Color:- Not Applicable, I do not have a H20: Stage 3 Cooling System Selected
Chassis Airflow: Standard Factory Chassis Fans
Internal Lighting: Internal Chassis Lighting System (Red)
Enhancements: - No Thanks
Chassis Mods: - No Thanks
Boost Processor: Stage 1: Overclock the processor between 3.3GHz to 3.9GHz (Requires Air Cooling Upgrade)
Boost Video Card: - No Thanks, Please do not overclock my video card(s)
Boost Memory: - No Thanks, Please do not overclock my memory
Tweak Windows: - No Thanks, Please do not tweak the services on the operating system
Windows OS: Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium (64-Bit Edition) With Windows 7 Upgrade Coupon
Restore Kit: Digital Storm Specialized Recovery System (DVD Image Based)
Virus Protection: - No Thanks
Office: - No Thanks
Benchmarking: - No Thanks
Install/Test Game: - No Thanks
LCD Display: - No Thanks
Surge Shield: - No Thanks
Speakers: - No Thanks
Keyboard: - No Thanks
Mouse: - No Thanks
External Storage: - No Thanks
Exclusive T-Shirt: - No Thanks
Priority Build: - No Thanks, Ship Within 5-10 Business Days After Order Is Successfully Processed
Warranty: 3 Year Platinum Care Extended Parts & Labor Warranty

if not take out one of the 275 and just drop another 275 in it down the road.

there is no difference between 1792 and 896MB.
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  Quote B-Comp Quote  Post ReplyReply bullet Posted: 26 Aug 2009 at 7:32am
Thanks for all the replies. DST4ME, the build looks great.  A few things though. To get the price down a bit, any reason why i couldn't lose the sound card and drop the power supply to 750W? 
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  Quote DST4ME Quote  Post ReplyReply bullet Posted: 26 Aug 2009 at 7:51am
lose the sound card.

if you drop to a 750w it could hinder you upgrading your gpus later.
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  Quote B-Comp Quote  Post ReplyReply bullet Posted: 26 Aug 2009 at 8:59am
Awesome. Thanks DST4ME
 
 
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  Quote DST4ME Quote  Post ReplyReply bullet Posted: 26 Aug 2009 at 7:23pm
My pleasure
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