• Whats the best place to get a custom pc?
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From the size of that computer, it really doesn't look well ventilated, is it crammed away in a small place, and have you had it open to clean the fans off? [editline]7th September 2011[/editline] [IMG]http://chipchick.chipchick.netdna-cdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2007/06/hp.jpg[/IMG] it looks like a slightly oversized external DVD drive enclosure with the size of the thing.
[QUOTE=naos;32151966]Well doesn't win7 use quite a bit more off of the gpu to render the interface? Wouldn't that technically make it use up a little bit more? Just a thought, i don't have a clue if it makes sense or not.[/QUOTE] So less work for the CPU. And when you're playing games, it disables aero and that stuff to save GPU power for the games.
[QUOTE=thf;32167219]So less work for the CPU. And when you're playing games, it disables aero and that stuff to save GPU power for the games.[/QUOTE] not by default, it likes to interrupt you midgame and ask if you'd like to, though.
[QUOTE=Shadaez;32167321]not by default, it likes to interrupt you midgame and ask if you'd like to, though.[/QUOTE] Never had that happen.
[img]http://puu.sh/5jP7[/img] you've never seen this? Didn't happen on my current install untill I played dirt 3.
[QUOTE=Shadaez;32167662][img]http://puu.sh/5jP7[/img] you've never seen this? Didn't happen on my current install untill I played dirt 3.[/QUOTE] Happened once, but not with Dirt 3 now. And I can not remember what game it was, and if it even was on my PC. Maybe it was on my fathers laptop (also running vista) with AOE3 or CS1.6 .
That only really happens when I play really old games.
[QUOTE=chrishind10;32164013]That was already suggested, although Milkyware computers look absolutely gorgeous, it's a bit expensive.[/QUOTE] I thought someone might mention me in here. But I would be the first to agree, my pre-builts may be among the ultimate pre-builts but they are not for people who are looking for a budget option. It's not that I put a huge mark-up (parts are bought wholesale and I don't put a mark-up on them) It's just that I have a minimum price range and you would buy a Milkyware if you wanted something a bit special. [editline]7th September 2011[/editline] [QUOTE=BrainDeath;32111613]No. Build it yourself save money and choose your exact specs.[/QUOTE] Actually you can choose your exact specs at Milkyware, even things like the colour of your screws if you wanted. And you would probably only save ~10% building yourself, as I buy parts wholesale.
[QUOTE=Milky;32169147]I thought someone might mention me in here. But I would be the first to agree, my pre-builts may be among the ultimate pre-builts but they are not for people who are looking for a budget option. It's not that I put a huge mark-up (parts are bought wholesale and I don't put a mark-up on them) It's just that I have a minimum price range and you would buy a Milkyware if you wanted something a bit special. [editline]7th September 2011[/editline] Actually you can choose your exact specs at Milkyware, even things like the colour of your screws if you wanted. And you would probably only save ~10% building yourself, as I buy parts wholesale.[/QUOTE] Your custom built PC's are absolutely beautiful! I wish I could get one my self but I don't have the money unfortunately. Do you ship to the U.S?
[QUOTE=Milky;32169147]I thought someone might mention me in here. But I would be the first to agree, my pre-builts may be among the ultimate pre-builts but they are not for people who are looking for a budget option. It's not that I put a huge mark-up (parts are bought wholesale and I don't put a mark-up on them) It's just that I have a minimum price range and you would buy a Milkyware if you wanted something a bit special. [editline]7th September 2011[/editline] Actually you can choose your exact specs at Milkyware, even things like the colour of your screws if you wanted. And you would probably only save ~10% building yourself, as I buy parts wholesale.[/QUOTE] Why are there only 2 on your site? That all you have build for now?
[QUOTE=Milky;32169147]I thought someone might mention me in here. But I would be the first to agree, my pre-builts may be among the ultimate pre-builts but they are not for people who are looking for a budget option. It's not that I put a huge mark-up (parts are bought wholesale and I don't put a mark-up on them) It's just that I have a minimum price range and you would buy a Milkyware if you wanted something a bit special. [editline]7th September 2011[/editline] Actually you can choose your exact specs at Milkyware, even things like the colour of your screws if you wanted. And you would probably only save ~10% building yourself, as I buy parts wholesale.[/QUOTE] Alienware should really hire you, you really do know what looks good.
[QUOTE=chrishind10;32165613]From the size of that computer, it really doesn't look well ventilated, is it crammed away in a small place, and have you had it open to clean the fans off? [editline]7th September 2011[/editline] [IMG]http://chipchick.chipchick.netdna-cdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2007/06/hp.jpg[/IMG] it looks like a slightly oversized external DVD drive enclosure with the size of the thing.[/QUOTE] I was given one of these right before it died. it was turning off a lot and i put a huge fan on it that fixed it for a while but when I tried to take it off the fan it died for good. I guess it was the north bridge because one of the temps would get up to high 60's really fast while the cpu would stay at 40's, but that is just a guess. [QUOTE=chrishind10;32186953]Alienware should really hire you, you really do know what looks good.[/QUOTE] I thought they were going for the badly molded plastic ricer look.
They are, and they need someone to steer them the fuck away from it, it looks awful.
[QUOTE=chrishind10;32201333]They are, and they need someone to steer them the fuck away from it, it looks awful.[/QUOTE] Milky wouldn't be able to sway the Dell board of directhurrrs to stop using cheap plastic cases. They use them as they are piss cheap to purchase wholesale.
[QUOTE=hexpunK;32201923]Milky wouldn't be able to sway the Dell board of directhurrrs to stop using cheap plastic cases. They use them as they are piss cheap to purchase wholesale.[/QUOTE] Still, a plain flat surface uses less plastic than some bulging organic monstrosity, it would be in their best interests.
[QUOTE=chrishind10;32202390]Still, a plain flat surface uses less plastic than some bulging organic monstrosity, it would be in their best interests.[/QUOTE] PC enthusiasts aren't their market, they're selling to the parents who want to buy their 13yo a new pc or computer semi illiterates, both of which are a much larger market for the pre built gaming pcs.
Why didn't anyone write alienware.com ? :suicide:
[QUOTE=ProGamerTR;32203338]Why didn't anyone write alienware.com ? :suicide:[/QUOTE] why hasn't anybody wrote :frog:?
[QUOTE=ProGamerTR;32203338]Why didn't anyone write alienware.com ? :suicide:[/QUOTE] alienware has horrible computers for horrible prices it's much better to build a computer yourself + satisfaction
[QUOTE=ProGamerTR;32203338]Why didn't anyone write alienware.com ? :suicide:[/QUOTE] alienware suck cock and you know it. Evidently you are a "ProGamer"
[QUOTE=wlzshroom;32205545]alienware has horrible computers for horrible prices it's much better to build a computer yourself + satisfaction[/QUOTE] Baugher117 is both a Macfag and actualy likes Alienware, I can't believe the shit he goes around dumbing.
[QUOTE=chrishind10;32239942]Baugher117 is both a Macfag and actualy likes Alienware, I can't believe the shit he goes around dumbing.[/QUOTE] A Macfag? The only time I use a Mac is at school (Or when I sign out one of the MacBooks to take home)! And yes I like Alienware, and there's nothing wrong with it (What is wrong with it?). And give me one good example of one of these "goes around dumbing." shit. Oh wow a dumb rating, I don't give a shit.
Alienware are utter shit in Aesthetics, Pricing and Hardware, they have not one SINGLE redeeming factor. The same applies to Apple sans Aesthetics, a select few of their products look nice.
[QUOTE=chrishind10;32309159]Alienware are utter shit in Aesthetics, Pricing and Hardware, they have not one SINGLE redeeming factor. The same applies to Apple sans Aesthetics, a select few of their products look nice.[/QUOTE] Pricing is expensive but they are seriously the most powerful computers you can get!! (Except the Mac Pro)
AHAHAAHHA. Oh god.
[QUOTE=chrishind10;32309668]AHAHAAHHA. Oh god.[/QUOTE] [url]http://www.apple.com/macpro/features/processor.html[/url] Take a look for your own damn self, it's nice hardware!
It's an intel Xeon, it's server grade hardware and you can buy it elsewhere.
[QUOTE=Fatal-Error;32309824]It's an intel Xeon, it's server grade hardware and you can buy it elsewhere.[/QUOTE] Yes but is there motherboards out there that can run two at the same time and support all of that hardware? I'm seriously just asking because I would like to know for a possibly future build.
Yes, you can get a server motherboard and it will work identicaly, possibly better. Depending on how much you want to spend anyway. [editline]15th September 2011[/editline] [url]http://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0027JLDHG/ref=asc_df_B0027JLDHG4423023?smid=A3P5ROKL5A1OLE&tag=googlecouk06-21&linkCode=asn&creative=22206&creativeASIN=B0027JLDHG[/url] There we go, a dual Xeon motherboard, with an utterly insane amount of supported RAM.
[QUOTE=Fatal-Error;32309986]Yes, you can get a server motherboard and it will work identicaly, possibly better. Depending on how much you want to spend anyway. [editline]15th September 2011[/editline] [url]http://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0027JLDHG/ref=asc_df_B0027JLDHG4423023?smid=A3P5ROKL5A1OLE&tag=googlecouk06-21&linkCode=asn&creative=22206&creativeASIN=B0027JLDHG[/url] There we go, a dual Xeon motherboard, with an utterly insane amount of supported RAM.[/QUOTE] Thanks for the info!
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