New build to use with Autocad Architect and Adobe softwares?

[dengis]

Hello,
I'm looking to build a new system on which I will be using Autocad Architect, Photoshop and some video editing softwares. I want this system to be very quit, so I start looking into some cases, I really like Antec P190 case. They say its very quit and has lots of fans in it for cooling. Also, what I like about this case is that everything is hidden on a frant. The tag of $500 is to much for me. Anyone know anything similar to this case. Also I have printer that is WiFi and bluetooth compatibal and keyboard and mouse bluetooth compatible, so should I get motherboard with WiFi or is it to expensive right now, and what are advantages of getting WiFi compatible. I want to use my HDTV for the monitor it has reagular monitor conection but I was wandering if I could connect it thru hdmi or hdmi/dvi concectors and if I get monitor can I use both at same time? Also, I already have Vista Ultimate, so I want computer that is compatibal with all the futures that Vista have. I need all the parts from Panama Red parts list, exept: fdd, keybord, mouse, modem and os. Ask me questions if I forgot anything. Thanks in advance.

[Gen.Ben]

Well just to get you started,

For a motherboard, you're going to want to go with an ASUS P5K-E(Wifi) or a Gigabyte equivalent with the P35 chipset.

For a case, look at antec's P180 and P182, they are also very quiet cases. And are very similar in looks to the P190.

For photoshop and video editing projects, the projects take up alot of space if you do alot of it. So I recommend at least one 500GB Hard drive.

For a video card, for the AutoCad designing, you might want to look at a work station card like a ATi FireGL or nVidia Quadro's. If you are going to be doing some gaming, I'd reccomend a good all around card like a 8800 GTS.

For a power supply I'd reccomend at least a 500 watt PSU from a brand like Corsair, Antec, OCZ or FSP.

For memory, 2GB should be fine.

Oh and also, you double posted.

[Krazeee]

Here are some links to the parts that you may want.

ASUS P5K Deluxe WiFi - $215

Core 2 Quad Q6600 - $280

Antec P180, P180B, and P182. Any one of these three cases will be a good choice for a quiet system.

Patriot DDR2 800, 4gb Ram. If you have Vista, I'd go with 4gb. AutoCad can be pretty memory hungry, but you can always save about $100 by only getting 2gb...up to you.

WD 500gb HDD - $110

If you're gaming a little, I'd get a x1950Pro. If you plan to game regularly, the 8800GTS is a great card. Hope this helps.

[dengis]

Thanks for the help. Few more questions. The Antec cases are all metal, what are the benefits of that, arent they heat up more? Maybe its better to go with alluminum case?
What is good sound card and dvd burner?

[dengis]

Also, if anyone know good hdmi to dvi cable that they can suggest. I looked at newegg.com and they have range from $60 to $10 for 4 ft cable. So is there a difference?

[blue60007]

I don't think the case material makes a huge difference in temperatures. True, aluminum transfer heats out quicker than steel...but since no heat producing parts are actually in contact with the case, I really don't see it making a significant impact on cooling. I would think a steel case would be quiter since it's a heavier material than aluminum and would dampen and aborsb sound and vibrations better.

You could try the onboard sound first...otherwise I like the Creative X-Fi line. They are expensive but a $30 sound card would be equivalent to the onboard sound...

I'd look at LITE-ON dvd-rw's with a SATA interface. Look for retail packages that come with burning software (if you need it).

[dengis]

Another question. I am debating on getting antec p190 or p180 case. If anyone have or had these cases can you tell me some things I should know about them. Should I go and spend $400 on p190 or p180 has same feauturs. And what would I use two PSU for in p190. thank you

[blue60007]

Is the P190 really $400?? Wow, I would never spend 3/4 of that on a case. Also, don't think you need two power supplies. Maybe if you were running dual 8800 Ultra's and a bunch of hard drives.

There are a few DX10 games out. Bioshock for one. I know there are at least a couple more but that's all I can think of off the top of my head.

[Katreat]

I am pretty sure the P190 was specifically designed for the new two CPU systems that AMD is pushing and Intel will probably follow suit. It is extra toll for the new MB they require. Unless you are running two CPU and two or more vid cards I dont really think there is much call for two PSUs.

The P180, or P182 which has a little better wire management, is probably the case you want for a home system. Its one downfall is probably that it is very heavy (soundproofing) so you dont want to be moving it around too much. I have a freind who has one and it is much more silent than my Antec 900 but not nearly as pretty (or is that flashy, pretty is more in the eye of the beholder)

Kat

[StykFacE]

Originally Posted by dengis Hello, I'm looking to build a new system on which I will be using Autocad Architect, Photoshop and some video editing softwares. I want this system to be very quiet, so I start looking into some cases, I really like Antec P190 case. They say its very quit and has lots of fans in it for cooling.

I'm an AutoCAD designer, plus I use photoshop quite often. If you are wanting to get some serious power behind these types of software packages you're requesting, then absolutely DO NOT waste money on a gaming card, and buy a Quadro/FireGL series (but preferrably Quadro). even a $1,200 8800 SLI serious gaming cards can't hold a flame to the blaze that even a single low-end workstation card will offer for video, design, and editing specific programs.

granted, any type of video accellerator will help. all i'm saying is if your budget for a vid card is $100, then get a cheap gaming card. if your budget is $400 or more, then get a Quadro series. Hope this helps ya some....

[tigstah]

Originally Posted by StykFacE I'm an AutoCAD designer, plus I use photoshop quite often. If you are wanting to get some serious power behind these types of software packages you're requesting, then absolutely DO NOT waste money on a gaming card, and buy a Quadro/FireGL series (but preferrably Quadro). even a $1,200 8800 SLI serious gaming cards can't hold a flame to the blaze that even a single low-end workstation card will offer for video, design, and editing specific programs. granted, any type of video accellerator will help. all i'm saying is if your budget for a vid card is $100, then get a cheap gaming card. if your budget is $400 or more, then get a Quadro series. Hope this helps ya some....

i agree with the video card. especially with autocad.