So, I had everything decided and ready to go for my build and the SB issues came up. I won't be able to put off getting my new computer until the repaired boards come out, so I have decided to go with a bit older technology and then worry about upgrading the motherboard and processor next year.
Storage is going to be a large part of the system. I am going to be buying a NAS that supports itunes. I know I could probably build one cheaper, but I am more comfortable buying a NAS than building one.
The main programs for photo editing will be Adobe Lightroom 3, Adobe CS5, and some sort of HDR program that I have yet to decide on.
1. The computer will be used primarily for photo processing of quite a bit of photos. (Typically 1000 or more per session) Secondarily will be office programs and some gaming. The gaming won't be intense, so I don't need SLI or anything along those lines.
2. My budget is $3500.
3. I will be buying everything from Microcenter in Overland Park Kansas. I prefer being able to deal with a B&M store rather than online when I can.
4. I prefer ASUS motherboards, but I am definately willing to listen to other ideas.
5. This will be a completey new build.
6. I may do some mild/mid range overclocking to prevent any necessary upgrades for a longer period of time.
7. I will be building the system this week. (Probably Friday February, 11th)
Here is what I have so far:
NAS:
QNAP TS-419P+
4 - Samsung Spinpoint F4 2TB HDD's HD204UI
Computer
1 - NEC MultiSync PA241W-BK-SV (Not included in Price)
1 - Viewsonic VX2439wm 24" Widescreen LCD Monitor
1 - Wacom Intuos4 Digital Table (Medium)
1 - Cooler Master HAF-932
1 - Intel Core i7 875k
1 - ASUS P7P55D-E LX LGA 1156 P55 ATX Intel Motherboard
1 - Seasonic USA X-Series SS760KMACTPFCF3 760 Watt PSU
2 - Corsair XMS3 8GB DDR3-1600 (PC3-12800) CL9 Desktop Memory Kit (Two 4GB Memory Modules)
2 - Samsung Spinpoint F3R Raid Class 1TB SATA 3.0Gb/s (RAID main HDD)
1 - Barracuda XT 2TB 7,200 RPM SATA 6.0Gb/s 3.5" Internal Hard Drive ST320005N1A1AS-RK (Primary Storage)
1 - Zotac ZT-40502-10L GeForce GTS 450 AMP! Edition 1024MB GDDR5 PCIe 2.0 x16 Video Card
1 - SIIG USB Bay Media Card Reader
1 - Logitech Cordless Desktop MX 5500 Revolution
1 - Samsung SH-B123L 12X BD Combo Drive OEM
1 - Samsung LightScribe 22x DVD±RW Burner with Dual/Double Layer Support OEM
1 - Cooler Master V6GT Universal CPU Cooler
1 - Windows 7 Professional OEM
1 - Logitech Z-523 Speakers
1 - Cyberpower Intelligent LCD Series 1000VA UPS
Storage is going to be a large part of the system. I am going to be buying a NAS that supports itunes. I know I could probably build one cheaper, but I am more comfortable buying a NAS than building one.
The main programs for photo editing will be Adobe Lightroom 3, Adobe CS5, and some sort of HDR program that I have yet to decide on.
1. The computer will be used primarily for photo processing of quite a bit of photos. (Typically 1000 or more per session) Secondarily will be office programs and some gaming. The gaming won't be intense, so I don't need SLI or anything along those lines.
2. My budget is $3500.
3. I will be buying everything from Microcenter in Overland Park Kansas. I prefer being able to deal with a B&M store rather than online when I can.
4. I prefer ASUS motherboards, but I am definately willing to listen to other ideas.
5. This will be a completey new build.
6. I may do some mild/mid range overclocking to prevent any necessary upgrades for a longer period of time.
7. I will be building the system this week. (Probably Friday February, 11th)
Here is what I have so far:
NAS:
QNAP TS-419P+
4 - Samsung Spinpoint F4 2TB HDD's HD204UI
Computer
1 - NEC MultiSync PA241W-BK-SV (Not included in Price)
1 - Viewsonic VX2439wm 24" Widescreen LCD Monitor
1 - Wacom Intuos4 Digital Table (Medium)
1 - Cooler Master HAF-932
1 - Intel Core i7 875k
1 - ASUS P7P55D-E LX LGA 1156 P55 ATX Intel Motherboard
1 - Seasonic USA X-Series SS760KMACTPFCF3 760 Watt PSU
2 - Corsair XMS3 8GB DDR3-1600 (PC3-12800) CL9 Desktop Memory Kit (Two 4GB Memory Modules)
2 - Samsung Spinpoint F3R Raid Class 1TB SATA 3.0Gb/s (RAID main HDD)
1 - Barracuda XT 2TB 7,200 RPM SATA 6.0Gb/s 3.5" Internal Hard Drive ST320005N1A1AS-RK (Primary Storage)
1 - Zotac ZT-40502-10L GeForce GTS 450 AMP! Edition 1024MB GDDR5 PCIe 2.0 x16 Video Card
1 - SIIG USB Bay Media Card Reader
1 - Logitech Cordless Desktop MX 5500 Revolution
1 - Samsung SH-B123L 12X BD Combo Drive OEM
1 - Samsung LightScribe 22x DVD±RW Burner with Dual/Double Layer Support OEM
1 - Cooler Master V6GT Universal CPU Cooler
1 - Windows 7 Professional OEM
1 - Logitech Z-523 Speakers
1 - Cyberpower Intelligent LCD Series 1000VA UPS
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