esanthosh
Skilled
Specific Requirements
Budget:
20-30K. Will stretch if needed.
Current Config:
Motherboard: Intel DQ965GF
CPU: Intel Core2 Duo E6600 2.4 Ghz
GPU: GeForce 8500GT 512MB
RAM: Transcend JM800QLU 2 GB x 2
Monitor: Samsung 2233SW 22"
SMPS: Seasonic S12-II 430W
HDD : Hitachi SATA2 7200 RPM, 160GB x 2, WD20EARS 2 TB
DVD: <Failed>
Cabinet: Wipro iValue Standard Cabinet
Hardware to be kept
Monitor: Samsung 2233SW 22"
SMPS: Seasonic S12-II 430W
Fan: Noctua NF-S12B FLX 54CFM 120mm
Additional HDDs available: WD Green 1 TB x 1, Seagate 7200.11 or .12? 500GB, likely a used WD 1.5TB (The 2TB HDD will go to my media player)
Hardware to be bought
Is this my final config?
As with my current rig, likely no processor / Mobo upgrades, but if required can upgrade the RAM.
Where will I buy?
TE Dealers / Used / Global eBay ... whatever.
Second Hand Hardware from TE Market?
Other than Mobo, Processor and RAM
Purpose
Lots of Downloading, HD Movies, Ripping BR / DVD / Audio CD - EAC, Mundane tasks (i.e., browsing, a little programming)
Absolutely no games.
Brand Preferences
Would like to avoid any brand which is terrible on after sales service as far as possible.
Overclocking, Resolution
No, Full HD.
Operating System
Windows 7 - 32 or 64.
- Low level of noise. I am very allergic to noise and need a silent rig.
- Will give away this current config to some student. I may retain the PSU if needed
Budget:
20-30K. Will stretch if needed.
Current Config:
Motherboard: Intel DQ965GF
CPU: Intel Core2 Duo E6600 2.4 Ghz
GPU: GeForce 8500GT 512MB
RAM: Transcend JM800QLU 2 GB x 2
Monitor: Samsung 2233SW 22"
SMPS: Seasonic S12-II 430W
HDD : Hitachi SATA2 7200 RPM, 160GB x 2, WD20EARS 2 TB
DVD: <Failed>
Cabinet: Wipro iValue Standard Cabinet
Hardware to be kept
Monitor: Samsung 2233SW 22"
SMPS: Seasonic S12-II 430W
Fan: Noctua NF-S12B FLX 54CFM 120mm
Additional HDDs available: WD Green 1 TB x 1, Seagate 7200.11 or .12? 500GB, likely a used WD 1.5TB (The 2TB HDD will go to my media player)
Hardware to be bought
- CPU: Somewhat future-proof. I have kept this current rig with minor modifications in HDD / Optical Drive and PSU for nearly 5 years now. So, expect this current one to last the next 4-5 years.
- Motherboard: Compatible Motherboard with USB 3.0 ports, eSata
- RAM: 4 GB
- PSU: Only in case my current PSU is proved insufficient
- Cabinet: My table has space only for a max of (W x H x D) of 240 x 370 x 450. So anything that fits there should be fine.
- DVD/BD Drive: BR drive preferred
- Cooling: CPU Cooler, Fans - temperature down and less noise.
- Keyboard: NO! I am not going to play games. But, I'd be happy if there's a standard keyboard with back light. Would be handy in late nights and early mornings when I can work without switching the room lights on for a few minutes if needed.
Is this my final config?
As with my current rig, likely no processor / Mobo upgrades, but if required can upgrade the RAM.
Where will I buy?
TE Dealers / Used / Global eBay ... whatever.
Second Hand Hardware from TE Market?
Other than Mobo, Processor and RAM
Purpose
Lots of Downloading, HD Movies, Ripping BR / DVD / Audio CD - EAC, Mundane tasks (i.e., browsing, a little programming)
Absolutely no games.
Brand Preferences
Would like to avoid any brand which is terrible on after sales service as far as possible.
Overclocking, Resolution
No, Full HD.
Operating System
Windows 7 - 32 or 64.