SHIV and a NEW processor!

Snakeeyes · 06-16-07, 11:38 AM

Greetings all! Sorry I have not been around much in the SHIV forum, been playing Grey Wolves all Summer so far! It's addictive! I haven't been around pretty much because I'm waiting for a new system AND the 1.3 patch before I really start playing SHIV again. Last time I played it we had just gotten FSAA.

I need some advice from you GENIUSES out there.

I've got a Pentium 4 2.8 with a Nvidia 7800 AGP 256 RAM. I FINALLY have found the possible means by which to purchase a NEWER system! Amazing!

I'm looking at an Intel Dual core E6600 2.40 GHZ processor, 1 gig ram originally (2 after I set up) Windows XP Biostar Geforce 7600 GT 512 MB, a single CD/DVD/CDRW/KGB/FBI/AGM-114 disc drive.

First of all, will this system be able to ROCK SHIV?

Will a 350 watt power supply be powerful enough? what should I do about cooling?

Any DEALS you guys be willing to share? I'm looking at getting parts from Tigerdirect and Newegg.

Drop me a line! All of your opinions are 100% welcome!

May your solutions be true, your fruit stay fresh and Bernard stay in sight.

Quillan · 06-16-07, 12:24 PM

First, great processor choice. Not too weak, not too expensive either. RAM looks good.

Second, why are you dropping down on the video card? You had a 7800, get at least as good as you had before.

Third, cooling should be fine, as most of the newer processors have good OEM cooling fans/heatsinks that come with them.

Fourth, I really, really, recommend you get a bigger power supply. I'd say 480 watts at a minimum, and get a reputable brand. Total wattage of the PSU isn't the most important thing anyway. With modern computers, there's a lot more drain on the 12V supply than the other two, so you want one that can supply a lot of 12V power.

Dogster · 06-16-07, 12:45 PM

I agree with Quillan get a bigger PSU and get a good one(Thermaltake, Silverstone, Antec, Mushkin etc...). They usually have great deals on them at Newegg.

People from what I've seen like to cut a corner by buying a cheap PSU. The PSU is one of the most criticle parts of system. If it screwsup(no overload/underload protection) it can take out your whole rig. Not Good.

I build my own rigs, for myself and friends. My Current system, oc'd to 3.06 ghz.

MoBo: Asus M2N-E
CPU: AMD 5600 X2 2.8 ghz
CPU Cooler: Gigabyte Rocket Pro Cooler
RAM: 2 gigs Kingston Valueram
HD's: 2 WD Caviar 160's (RAID 0)
PSU: Silverstone 750W Continuous
GPU: EVGA 8800 GTS 640MB "Superclocked"
DVD/RW: Samsung DVD/RW
DVD ROM: Samsung DVD ROM
OS: Windows XP Pro

Snakeeyes · 06-16-07, 12:51 PM

What good graphics card would you suggest?

I'm looking at XFX PVT71PUDP3 GeForce 7900GS 256MB 256-bit GDDR3 PCI Express x16 EXTREME Video Card

My old AGP just wont interface with the new motherboard.

The motherboard btw is Intel D946GZ Socket 775 mATX Motherboard w/LAN

Could I get a Quad processor to work with it in the future? I want a system I can build on.

clayp · 06-16-07, 01:25 PM

Sunday Driver · 06-16-07, 02:50 PM

I've just upgraded....

Old system:

Intel P4 2600
ATI 9600SE 128
1 GB generic Ram

SH4 only just accepable with most sliders to the left.

New system:

Intel E6600
Asus P5B Deluxe
ATI X1950Pro 512
2gb Corsair 1066 Ram

SH4 runs with everything maxed out. Frame rate? - irrelevant, everything is as smooth as silk. All the eye candy is there.

Stunning!

orangenee · 06-16-07, 03:34 PM

@ the OP, as said before you want a better PSU not necessarily with higher wattage but with at least 18A going down the 12V rail, the current is the most important part.

switch.dota · 06-19-07, 05:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sunday Driver

I've just upgraded....

Old system:

Intel P4 2600
ATI 9600SE 128
1 GB generic Ram

SH4 only just accepable with most sliders to the left.

New system:

Intel E6600
Asus P5B Deluxe
ATI X1950Pro 512
2gb Corsair 1066 Ram

SH4 runs with everything maxed out. Frame rate? - irrelevant, everything is as smooth as silk. All the eye candy is there.

Stunning!

I'm about to get a similar system myself. Only difference is that I'm aiming for the 7900GS, factory overclocked to 590 Mhz (up from a default of what - 400!?).

It's nice to know one of my top game choices will run like the wind

NefariousKoel · 06-20-07, 07:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Snakeeyes

What good graphics card would you suggest?

I'm looking at XFX PVT71PUDP3 GeForce 7900GS 256MB 256-bit GDDR3 PCI Express x16 EXTREME Video Card

That's the exact vid card I'm using and my processor isn't near as fast as the E6600. I can play with the graphics cranked up all the way and get 30fps easy with the 7900GS. It's very affordable for the performance too.

06-16-07, 11:38 AM	#1
Snakeeyes Captain Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: trailing 1400 yards behind an Oscar-II with my outer doors open Posts: 488 Downloads: 54 Uploads: 0	SHIV and a NEW processor! Greetings all! Sorry I have not been around much in the SHIV forum, been playing Grey Wolves all Summer so far! It's addictive! I haven't been around pretty much because I'm waiting for a new system AND the 1.3 patch before I really start playing SHIV again. Last time I played it we had just gotten FSAA. I need some advice from you GENIUSES out there. I've got a Pentium 4 2.8 with a Nvidia 7800 AGP 256 RAM. I FINALLY have found the possible means by which to purchase a NEWER system! Amazing! I'm looking at an Intel Dual core E6600 2.40 GHZ processor, 1 gig ram originally (2 after I set up) Windows XP Biostar Geforce 7600 GT 512 MB, a single CD/DVD/CDRW/KGB/FBI/AGM-114 disc drive. First of all, will this system be able to ROCK SHIV? Will a 350 watt power supply be powerful enough? what should I do about cooling? Any DEALS you guys be willing to share? I'm looking at getting parts from Tigerdirect and Newegg. Drop me a line! All of your opinions are 100% welcome! May your solutions be true, your fruit stay fresh and Bernard stay in sight. __________________ -- "There's little room in Tupolev's heart for anyone but Tupolev."

06-16-07, 12:24 PM	#2
Quillan Samurai Navy Join Date: Apr 2005 Posts: 579 Downloads: 2 Uploads: 0	First, great processor choice. Not too weak, not too expensive either. RAM looks good. Second, why are you dropping down on the video card? You had a 7800, get at least as good as you had before. Third, cooling should be fine, as most of the newer processors have good OEM cooling fans/heatsinks that come with them. Fourth, I really, really, recommend you get a bigger power supply. I'd say 480 watts at a minimum, and get a reputable brand. Total wattage of the PSU isn't the most important thing anyway. With modern computers, there's a lot more drain on the 12V supply than the other two, so you want one that can supply a lot of 12V power. __________________ We, the unwilling, led by the unknowing, are doing the impossible for the ungrateful. We have done so much, for so long, with so little, that we are now qualified to do anything with nothing.

06-16-07, 12:51 PM	#4
Snakeeyes Captain Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: trailing 1400 yards behind an Oscar-II with my outer doors open Posts: 488 Downloads: 54 Uploads: 0	What good graphics card would you suggest? I'm looking at XFX PVT71PUDP3 GeForce 7900GS 256MB 256-bit GDDR3 PCI Express x16 EXTREME Video Card My old AGP just wont interface with the new motherboard. The motherboard btw is Intel D946GZ Socket 775 mATX Motherboard w/LAN Could I get a Quad processor to work with it in the future? I want a system I can build on. __________________ -- "There's little room in Tupolev's heart for anyone but Tupolev." Last edited by Snakeeyes; 06-16-07 at 01:05 PM.

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06-16-07, 12:45 PM	#3
Dogster Watch Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Albany, NY Posts: 21 Downloads: 9 Uploads: 0	I agree with Quillan get a bigger PSU and get a good one(Thermaltake, Silverstone, Antec, Mushkin etc...). They usually have great deals on them at Newegg. People from what I've seen like to cut a corner by buying a cheap PSU. The PSU is one of the most criticle parts of system. If it screwsup(no overload/underload protection) it can take out your whole rig. Not Good. I build my own rigs, for myself and friends. My Current system, oc'd to 3.06 ghz. MoBo: Asus M2N-E CPU: AMD 5600 X2 2.8 ghz CPU Cooler: Gigabyte Rocket Pro Cooler RAM: 2 gigs Kingston Valueram HD's: 2 WD Caviar 160's (RAID 0) PSU: Silverstone 750W Continuous GPU: EVGA 8800 GTS 640MB "Superclocked" DVD/RW: Samsung DVD/RW DVD ROM: Samsung DVD ROM OS: Windows XP Pro

06-16-07, 02:50 PM	#6
Sunday Driver Swabbie Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: UK Posts: 9 Downloads: 19 Uploads: 0	I've just upgraded.... Old system: Intel P4 2600 ATI 9600SE 128 1 GB generic Ram SH4 only just accepable with most sliders to the left. New system: Intel E6600 Asus P5B Deluxe ATI X1950Pro 512 2gb Corsair 1066 Ram SH4 runs with everything maxed out. Frame rate? - irrelevant, everything is as smooth as silk. All the eye candy is there. Stunning!

06-16-07, 03:34 PM	#7
orangenee Engineer Join Date: May 2007 Posts: 211 Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	@ the OP, as said before you want a better PSU not necessarily with higher wattage but with at least 18A going down the 12V rail, the current is the most important part.