Hi,
Looking to save my Lenovo T400 a bit which served me 3 1/2 yrs even after having a major operation in motherboard and non functioning switchable graphics.
So need to build a Quality & robust PC for my work (and entertainment needs) and would like get help/suggestions from experts here.
Q: What is your budget?
125k (10-15% more if really needed)
Q: What is your existing hardware configuration (component name - component brand and model)
Lenovo T400 Laptop and a E7200 - 2GB - integrated graphics MB custom built computer which is not so powerful, so i intend to use it for downloading my work related stuff.
Q: Which hardware will you be keeping (component name - component brand and model)
May be nothing
Q: Which hardware component are you looking to buy (component name). If you have already decided on a configuration then please mention the (component brand and model) as well, this will help us in fine tuning your requirement.
Processor:
Intel Core i7 3770k or non-k version (Mainly considering thisfor multi-tasking, suggest me any better).
Monitor:
Dell U2412M 24" (need price of Dell U2713HM) mainly looking for higher resolution displays as my work involves a lot of comparison
Wall mounting / height, tilt and horizontal/vertical adjustment would be an added advantage
RAM:
G.skill 2x8GB DDR3 (but not yet decided on Frequency 1600/1866/2133/2400 MHz)
HDD:
Looking for 1 or 2 TB raid configuration (which is better b/w segate & wd and type)
SSD:
120GB or higher (choose Crucial or OCZ and which type)
Graphics Card:
Need Suggestions, have no idea about this (into little or no gaming for now BUT might soon addon to my hobbies soon)
Sapphire AMD/ATI HD 7950 3GB GDDR5 With Boost 3 GB GDDR5 Graphics Card (suggestion by a friend)
Motherboard:
ASRock Z77 Extreme4 Motherboard (suggestion by a friend, A better one keeping in mind the above config)
Cabinet:
Need suggestions (should keep the temp down even on 24x7 operation also considering an AC into my room)
CPU Cooler:
DO i need one? if yes suggest me a good one.
PSU:
Have no idea
And do we have any touchpad built-in keyboard. If not a Good Wireless Keyboard and Mouse.
Q: Is this going to be your final configuration or you would be adding/upgrading a component in near future. If yes then please mention when and which component
Might get more RAM from USA
Q: Where will you buy this hardware? (Online/City/TE Dealer)
Online if prices are reasonable or local market {HYD} (have inquired about few parts but 50% of the things i asked were not with them and its a bit hard to get the higher frequency RAM here)
Q: Would you consider buying a second hand hardware from the TE market
No
Q: What is your intended use for this PC/hardware
Multitasking (Multiple os, web development, coding, debugging, deploying, internet surfing, etc..)
Graphic Designing (Photoshop etc)
Might do Video conversion in near future
Q: Do you have any brand preference or dislike? Please name them and the reason for your preference/dislike.
Will go with Intel, Asus and not AMD as i think its not suitable for our climate (my first pc was AMD and it used to restart many times in summer)
Q: If you will be playing games then which type of games will you be playing?
Might soon add here
Q: What is your preferred monitor resolution for gaming and normal usage
1920/+ (to save time as i do a lot of code comparison)
Q: Are you looking to overclock?
Can't say but may be if needed for better performance
Q: Which operating system do you intend to use with this configuration?
64 bit / Windows 7 / Win 8 / Linux-Ubuntu (others in virtual mode)
Thanks a lot for your time and suggestions in advance
Looking to save my Lenovo T400 a bit which served me 3 1/2 yrs even after having a major operation in motherboard and non functioning switchable graphics.
So need to build a Quality & robust PC for my work (and entertainment needs) and would like get help/suggestions from experts here.
Q: What is your budget?
125k (10-15% more if really needed)
Q: What is your existing hardware configuration (component name - component brand and model)
Lenovo T400 Laptop and a E7200 - 2GB - integrated graphics MB custom built computer which is not so powerful, so i intend to use it for downloading my work related stuff.
Q: Which hardware will you be keeping (component name - component brand and model)
May be nothing
Q: Which hardware component are you looking to buy (component name). If you have already decided on a configuration then please mention the (component brand and model) as well, this will help us in fine tuning your requirement.
Processor:
Intel Core i7 3770k or non-k version (Mainly considering thisfor multi-tasking, suggest me any better).
Monitor:
Dell U2412M 24" (need price of Dell U2713HM) mainly looking for higher resolution displays as my work involves a lot of comparison
Wall mounting / height, tilt and horizontal/vertical adjustment would be an added advantage
RAM:
G.skill 2x8GB DDR3 (but not yet decided on Frequency 1600/1866/2133/2400 MHz)
HDD:
Looking for 1 or 2 TB raid configuration (which is better b/w segate & wd and type)
SSD:
120GB or higher (choose Crucial or OCZ and which type)
Graphics Card:
Need Suggestions, have no idea about this (into little or no gaming for now BUT might soon addon to my hobbies soon)
Sapphire AMD/ATI HD 7950 3GB GDDR5 With Boost 3 GB GDDR5 Graphics Card (suggestion by a friend)
Motherboard:
ASRock Z77 Extreme4 Motherboard (suggestion by a friend, A better one keeping in mind the above config)
Cabinet:
Need suggestions (should keep the temp down even on 24x7 operation also considering an AC into my room)
CPU Cooler:
DO i need one? if yes suggest me a good one.
PSU:
Have no idea
And do we have any touchpad built-in keyboard. If not a Good Wireless Keyboard and Mouse.
Q: Is this going to be your final configuration or you would be adding/upgrading a component in near future. If yes then please mention when and which component
Might get more RAM from USA
Q: Where will you buy this hardware? (Online/City/TE Dealer)
Online if prices are reasonable or local market {HYD} (have inquired about few parts but 50% of the things i asked were not with them and its a bit hard to get the higher frequency RAM here)
Q: Would you consider buying a second hand hardware from the TE market
No
Q: What is your intended use for this PC/hardware
Multitasking (Multiple os, web development, coding, debugging, deploying, internet surfing, etc..)
Graphic Designing (Photoshop etc)
Might do Video conversion in near future
Q: Do you have any brand preference or dislike? Please name them and the reason for your preference/dislike.
Will go with Intel, Asus and not AMD as i think its not suitable for our climate (my first pc was AMD and it used to restart many times in summer)
Q: If you will be playing games then which type of games will you be playing?
Might soon add here
Q: What is your preferred monitor resolution for gaming and normal usage
1920/+ (to save time as i do a lot of code comparison)
Q: Are you looking to overclock?
Can't say but may be if needed for better performance
Q: Which operating system do you intend to use with this configuration?
64 bit / Windows 7 / Win 8 / Linux-Ubuntu (others in virtual mode)
Thanks a lot for your time and suggestions in advance
