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  1. ree22 ree22 is offline

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    Jan 30th, 2012 (1/30/2012 4:01pm)

    Thinking I need to upgrade as Im having issues running everything I want to run(ei. 2-3 sites, HEM etc.....any suggestions on specs or brands would be ideal.
  2. weezy210 weezy210 is offline

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    Jan 30th, 2012 (1/30/2012 4:27pm) in reply to ree22

    compaq
  3. MYBLUEDOG MYBLUEDOG is offline

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    Jan 30th, 2012 (1/30/2012 4:29pm) in reply to weezy210

    Main issue you would need to be concerned with is having a fast processor speed & sufficient memory to run multiple programs; also having a fast ISP upload/download connection.

    Probably want to have 6GB to 8GB of processor memory (Intel or AMD).

    This is different than the storage memory which is usually from 320GB to 1.5TB.

    If your current PC is more than 4 or 5 years old, you would probably benefit by getting a new system with the latest OS (version: Windows, Linox, etc), whatever you use.
    Edited By: MYBLUEDOG Jan 30th, 2012 at 04:31 PM
  4. nikotes nikotes is offline

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    Jan 30th, 2012 (1/30/2012 6:32pm) in reply to ree22

    Hi ree22.

    Specs I'd go with:
    Win 7
    i7 core - Best you can get (Overclock if you can)
    Motherboard with at least 3 6Gbit/s SATA ports (Asus is what I usually get)
    3 SSD with similar read/write speeds connected to 6/Gbit/s SATA ports. Cheaper SSD's have write speeds significantly lower than their read speeds.
    1 2TB harddrive for storage
    12 GB RAM
    Install Win7 on one SSD, Poker clients on the second SSD and HEM on the 3rd SSD
    Good video card (your choice)

    Once built, optimize the hell out of your operating system and hardware. This will give you more than you need but who knows what's next?
  5. ree22 ree22 is offline

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    Jan 30th, 2012 (1/30/2012 10:21pm) in reply to nikotes

    thx guys im a bit of a noob when it comes to this stuff :)
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  6. thearthurdog thearthurdog is offline

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    Jan 30th, 2012 (1/30/2012 10:37pm) in reply to ree22

    If you are using HEM then the one of the most important things you can do is use a SSD (solid state drive) instead of a standard one. I have found it makes a huge difference; especialy with a lot of tables open.
  7. C_Bomb C_Bomb is offline

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    Jan 30th, 2012 (1/30/2012 10:49pm) in reply to nikotes

     
    Originally Posted by nikotes View Post

    Hi ree22.

    Specs I'd go with:
    Win 7
    i7 core - Best you can get (Overclock if you can)
    Motherboard with at least 3 6Gbit/s SATA ports (Asus is what I usually get)
    3 SSD with similar read/write speeds connected to 6/Gbit/s SATA ports. Cheaper SSD's have write speeds significantly lower than their read speeds.
    1 2TB harddrive for storage
    12 GB RAM
    Install Win7 on one SSD, Poker clients on the second SSD and HEM on the 3rd SSD
    Good video card (your choice)

    Once built, optimize the hell out of your operating system and hardware. This will give you more than you need but who knows what's next?

    Overkill much??

    3 x SSD???

    First thing I would have done is ask how much OP wants to spend. That machine won't be cheap. I also can't understand why you would only have 12GB RAM if you went with 3 SSDs and the biggest i7 processor.

    Oh and by spending a lot of money on a processor you may not be left with enough to get a motherboard that compliments the CPU
  8. nikotes nikotes is offline

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    Jan 30th, 2012 (1/30/2012 11:24pm) in reply to C_Bomb

    Spend the money if you have it.
  9. C_Bomb C_Bomb is offline

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    Jan 31st, 2012 (1/31/2012 12:29am) in reply to nikotes

    I agree, but you didn't offer an answer based on the OPs budget, just what you would get.
  10. slapshot slapshot is offline

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    Jan 31st, 2012 (1/31/2012 2:03am) in reply to C_Bomb

    Most new PCs these days have more than enough RAM and everything. If you just want a PC to play poker, then even something basic with 4GB RAM and 500GB hard drive is plenty for poker for $400-$500. But if you can afford more, go for more RAM and better processor.
  11. Poker Orifice Poker Orifice is offline

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    Jan 31st, 2012 (1/31/2012 5:09am) in reply to slapshot

     
    Originally Posted by slapshot View Post

    Most new PCs these days have more than enough RAM and everything. If you just want a PC to play poker, then even something basic with 4GB RAM and 500GB hard drive is plenty for poker for $400-$500. But if you can afford more, go for more RAM and better processor.

    this ^

    I can run 4-5 sites (20 tournaments), other software, chatting on Skype, checkin' emails, surfiing interwebzz, listening to music, etc. on a 17" laptop with 4GB Ram & not the greatest processor (& additional 24" monitor).
    I too will probably be upgrading though (couple of the sites seem to be system hogs, ie. 888poker). So I'm probably going to go with i5 processor & 8GB Ram. Doubt you'll need more than that.

    Maybe write down what you're using now & also how much you're willing to spend on new puter.
  12. C_Bomb C_Bomb is offline

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    Jan 31st, 2012 (1/31/2012 5:50am) in reply to Poker Orifice

    The problem is OP is using HEM and its a resource pig.

    Thats why an SSD and 8GM RM are the minimum.

    Even an entry level video card will outshine on board graphics (and some of the 1155pin Mobo's don't support on board graphics)
  13. shuggen shuggen is offline

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    Jan 31st, 2012 (1/31/2012 6:23am) in reply to C_Bomb

    do you have a friend or acquaintance who can put components together for you? It'll be cheaper than buying prefab
    Edited By: shuggen Jan 31st, 2012 at 06:23 AM
  14. rmull rmull is offline

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    Feb 10th, 2012 (2/10/2012 9:57pm) in reply to shuggen

    http://www.bestbuy.ca/en-CA/product/...85101d8459en02

    thoughts?

    Apparently it has a slow chip set. Should i be looking for a better processor with better than 1.6ghz speed? or would the 8gigs of ram make up for that?
     
  15. swd805 swd805 is offline

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    Feb 10th, 2012 (2/10/2012 10:06pm) in reply to rmull

    Have one custom built imo.
  16. rmull rmull is offline

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    Feb 10th, 2012 (2/10/2012 11:16pm) in reply to swd805

    looking for a laptop though.

    Now im debating between:

    17.3in hp i5 6g-ram vs 15.6in acer quad core a8-3520m 8g-ram

    for multitabling couple poker sites, holdem manager, web surfing, music etc.

    pretty huge noob when it comes to this stuff, any advice is much appreciated
     
  17. RedIceRap RedIceRap is offline Moderator

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    Feb 10th, 2012 (2/10/2012 11:23pm) in reply to rmull

    i have a 17" macbook pro with 750gb and run both mac and windows on it. didnt experience any problems yet. really great laptop, but quite expensive, cost me 2.3k euros which should be about 3k dollars.
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  18. tedSTRETCH tedSTRETCH is offline

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    Feb 11th, 2012 (2/11/2012 3:15am) in reply to smokerock247

    I use a dell xps with 8mb ram and it runs hem and multiple sites and as many tables as i can play without a sweat
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  19. mjw006 mjw006 is offline

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    Feb 11th, 2012 (2/11/2012 3:31am) in reply to tedSTRETCH

    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G_HTHFulSaI
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  20. smokerock247 smokerock247 is offline

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    Feb 11th, 2012 (2/11/2012 3:37am) in reply to mjw006

     
    Originally Posted by mjw006 View Post

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  21. wilmont wilmont is offline

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    Feb 12th, 2012 (2/12/2012 12:17am) in reply to smokerock247

     
    Originally Posted by smokerock247 View Post

    That made me snort! Lol!
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