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- Sun Nov 02, 2008 7:30 am
- Forum: System Advice / Troubleshooting
- Topic: Advice on AMD 4850e build for Home Office & Multimedia
- Replies: 7
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mattthemuppet, thanks for the local input. I went and bought the 4850e for $95 to avoid any sudden price rises (didn't get to see your post 'til Sunday). Wanted something that would do the job straight out of the box. Plus the 4850e has gained a somewhat iconic status in SPCR circles recently, so it...
- Fri Oct 31, 2008 9:12 am
- Forum: Off Topic
- Topic: Windows 7 small review, link to article with screenshots
- Replies: 0
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Windows 7 small review, link to article with screenshots
For those interested, I found a review on a Windows 7 build. I use XP Pro SP2; have no real need to upgrade to Vista right now. Maybe I can skip Vista altogether and wait for Windows 7? Read the review here.
- Wed Oct 29, 2008 6:34 am
- Forum: System Advice / Troubleshooting
- Topic: Advice on AMD 4850e build for Home Office & Multimedia
- Replies: 7
- Views: 6747
protellect, thanks for your informative reply. I'll take your suggestions on board. What I've learnt is you don't need to spend bucketloads of money to get a good peforming reliable system anymore. But for office work, you have it right. Looks like you have done your homework, buy with confidence, a...
- Tue Oct 28, 2008 9:20 am
- Forum: System Advice / Troubleshooting
- Topic: Advice on AMD 4850e build for Home Office & Multimedia
- Replies: 7
- Views: 6747
Advice on AMD 4850e build for Home Office & Multimedia
I am looking to upgrade from my old AMD Duron/Nforce2 Ultra system to one that can handle newer hardware and software, AND, to lower my power usage and noise levels. While I would love to build a super fast all-rounder machine, I know that I will never need those high end features anyway. Also, I am...