My new PC, suggestions/ changes welcome?... - Page 2

mmm · 21-04-2004, 00:02

Have you actually looked at and used the iiyama LCD? I've got the 17" and have also used the 15" ones version but I prefer my old iiyama CRT - can't seem to get brightness right on the LCD. I think the Dell/Philips/Sony LCDs are much better.

Semi On · 21-04-2004, 00:23

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The case he's buying is not only exceptionally well manufactured, it's sound dampened and rated VERY highly in a number of reviews. I'd personally take it functionally over any Antec (I currently have an Antec case, and will soon be buying the same Lian Li)

My bad, I thought you were recommending *any* Lian-Li, not that one in particular. It seems the PC-6070 is their first try at a quiet case - it's definitely got my interest.

Caspar · 21-04-2004, 00:26

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Originally Posted by mmm

Have you actually looked at and used the iiyama LCD? I've got the 17" and have also used the 15" ones version but I prefer my old iiyama CRT - can't seem to get brightness right on the LCD. I think the Dell/Philips/Sony LCDs are much better.

It looks good and has been recommended

Iiyama is a good make for monitors, so can't see it being a bad choice

Bifta · 21-04-2004, 00:27

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My bad, I thought you were recommending *any* Lian-Li, not that one in particular. It seems the PC-6070 is their first try at a quiet case - it's definitely got my interest.

Ah right, no, I chose the case I have over one of the lower end Lian Li's, I just have to convince her indoors that I HAVE to have this new Lian Li or the whole world will come to an end.

SMHarman · 21-04-2004, 10:22

WiFi - why b only. b/g is not much more and 5 times faster. Why Wifi in the case when you will connect this by wire?

HDD why an IDE ATA when you have SATA onboard. Get a SATA150 for better performance. If your doing a lot of graphic work or video work, then maybe get two 80/120Gb ones and set them to Raid 0.

If the PC is your primary business PC, get two 160Gb SATA disks and RAID1 them. Permanant full time hot backup.

Caspar · 22-04-2004, 07:35

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19" Iiyama ProLite E481S Silver TFT +DVI + speakers (3 yr on-site)

Does anyone know what cables I get with this? I assume an analog cable but does it come with the DVI cable?

SMHarman · 22-04-2004, 10:17

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Does anyone know what cables I get with this? I assume an analog cable but does it come with the DVI cable?

http://www.iiyama.co.uk/

According to the above...

Power cable
D-Sub cable
audio cable
information cd
quick start guide

Caspar · 22-04-2004, 10:33

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Originally Posted by SMHarman

http://www.iiyama.co.uk/

According to the above...

Power cable
D-Sub cable
audio cable
information cd
quick start guide

Thanks

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Soundblaster Audigy2 6.1 Surround Sound Card OEM

I've been thinking of upgrading this to the SoundBlaster Audigy2 ZS 7.1 Sound Card Retail . Is it worth it? for ÃƒÆ’Ã†â€™ÃƒÂ¢Ã¢â€šÂ¬Ã…Â¡ÃƒÆ’Ã¢â‚¬Å¡Ãƒâ€šÃ‚Â£25 more?

Also what does the Soundblaster Audigy2 NX USB2 7.1 External Retail do?

and if I buy those two should I just buy SoundBlaster Audigy2 ZS Platinum Pro 7.1 surround sound, Dolby DigitalÃƒÆ’Ã†â€™ÃƒÂ¢Ã¢â€šÂ¬Ã…Â¡ÃƒÆ’Ã¢â‚¬Å¡Ãƒâ€šÃ‚Â ® EX Retail?

Bifta · 22-04-2004, 10:38

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Thanks

I've been thinking of upgrading this to the SoundBlaster Audigy2 ZS 7.1 Sound Card Retail . Is it worth it? for ÃƒÆ’Ã†â€™ÃƒÂ¢Ã¢â€šÂ¬Ã…Â¡ÃƒÆ’Ã¢â‚¬Å¡Ãƒâ€šÃ‚Â£25 more?

Also what does the Soundblaster Audigy2 NX USB2 7.1 External Retail do?

and if I buy those two should I just buy SoundBlaster Audigy2 ZS Platinum Pro 7.1 surround sound, Dolby DigitalÃƒÆ’Ã†â€™ÃƒÂ¢Ã¢â€šÂ¬Ã…Â¡ÃƒÆ’Ã¢â‚¬Å¡Ãƒâ€šÃ‚Â ® EX Retail?

The ZS is a 7.1 card, THX certified (apparently) but still uses the original EMU chip so you really wouldn't notice much improvement in sound etc. The NX is an external USB sound card, avoid it, it'll use a lot of CPU cycles. I'd recommend the ZS Platinum Pro, both me and Richard have one, the breakout box is VERY handy, midi ports, mic in, headphone jack, optical in and out, Firewire and a remote control. Oh, and CMSS is far better on the ZS no matter which flavour you choose.

Caspar · 22-04-2004, 10:43

Thx Bif

Caspar · 22-04-2004, 11:03

Oh dear!

They don't sell the Lian-Li Aquarium side panels anymore, what am I to do!

Does anyone know who does sell them

Bifta · 22-04-2004, 11:11

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Oh dear!

They don't sell the Lian-Li Aquarium side panels anymore, what am I to do!

Does anyone know who does sell them

http://www.tekheads.co.uk/s/product?product=601451

poolking · 22-04-2004, 11:15

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Topower PSU's? I've never heard of them, but for the price you're paying for the kit I'd go with a known reliable brand, such as Enermax, Antec, Zalman, Aerocool or Vantec (avoid the cheaper models in each of their ranges). Also beward of Maxtor drives, probably just my bad luck but every single Maxtor drive I've had ends up whining after about a week or so.

Its is an Antec PSU.

Bifta · 22-04-2004, 11:31

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Its is an Antec PSU.

Where did you get that from?

SMHarman · 22-04-2004, 11:38

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Where did you get that from?

Post 1 bullet point 7.

The Maxtor diamond plus 9 120Gb drive i bought on accident (was trying to buy a samsung spinpoint) works nicely and the Maxdrive(?) software to install on legacy machines is fantastic. Just RTFM

and pull the right jumpers out!