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Question Want to upgrade Tower from 2013 to more current

So, with Win11 my current tower system's CPU is not compatible. I want to look at updating but want to retain as much as I can of the existing system. The system is used for Audio / Video processing/creation, it acts as a plex server and a few other general tasks. It runs well as is so I'm not...
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- Jan 18, 2023
- Replies: 7
- Forum: Computer Building
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Car audio- Fuse keeps burning out

I have a car audio setup I put in about 5 years ago. All worked well up until recently. Suddenly the main fuse (near car battery) blows after running for about 15 min (or so). The Amplifier fuse does not blow. The fuse in the amp is 40amp. it's a 400w 4 channel amplifier. The fuse near...
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- Dec 21, 2018
- Replies: 2
- Forum: The Garage
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$1000 system, general computing, audio work, and some video rendering (no gaming)

Thanks all for your advice/help! Here's what I think I'll go with(let me know if I missed something here): PCPartPicker part list: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/14fQ1 Price breakdown by merchant: http://pcpartpicker.com/p/14fQ1/by_merchant/ Benchmarks...
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- Post #22
- Jun 8, 2013
- Forum: Computer Building
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$1000 system, general computing, audio work, and some video rendering (no gaming)

Thanks Essence_ , Looks good! I'm liking the i7. Is there any real benefit to using a dedicated graphics card (if no gaming)? Does the integrated graphics on the i7 do ok with just video? And lastly, if I don't get the dedicated video card, what would be a good choice for upgrading the...
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- Post #9
- Jun 7, 2013
- Forum: Computer Building
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$1000 system, general computing, audio work, and some video rendering (no gaming)

I just looked, no micro center in central Florida...
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- Post #3
- Jun 7, 2013
- Forum: Computer Building
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$1000 system, general computing, audio work, and some video rendering (no gaming)

I'm looking to replace an old desktop system with something current. spend is around 1K. I've put info below. My understanding is that Strong CPU is needed for video rendering (not super-GPU) but correct me if I"m wrong. I was thinking I could get away with a decent onboard GPU?? I would do...
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- Jun 7, 2013
- Replies: 22
- Forum: Computer Building
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UPgrades possible for HTPC?

THanks Binky, It is a 64bit OS. So, 4GB more memory, a new CPU(thanks for the link), and any suggestions on a decent graphics card? Do I need to verify that my particular version of Sony Vegas will work with a particular card? Also, I'm not at all familiar with Graphic cards, should...
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- Post #7
- May 28, 2013
- Forum: Home Theater PCs
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UPgrades possible for HTPC?

yes, I guess that's what I'm asking. Can I upgrade parts, or is it best to just start over. its starting to sound like the latter. :|
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- Post #5
- May 28, 2013
- Forum: Home Theater PCs
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UPgrades possible for HTPC?

Thanks piasabird I'm pretty open to any changes. Of course I'd rather not replace everything unless I have to, but want to meet my objectives so additional memory, new HDs, CPU (and motherboard?) A new graphics card?
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- Post #3
- May 28, 2013
- Forum: Home Theater PCs
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UPgrades possible for HTPC?

I have a media center PC I built a couple of years ago (based on advice from this forum, THANKS!) At the time, I was not intending on using it for video editing, but now want to dual purpose the machine. SO, I'd like to know what upgrades I should make to it to be a "decent" system capable of...
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- May 28, 2013
- Replies: 7
- Forum: Home Theater PCs
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CHEAP gaming build

Thanks all! I've placed some hardware on order based on these suggestions. I really appreciate all the input!
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- Post #20
- Jan 5, 2012
- Forum: Computer Building
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CHEAP gaming build

This is the monitor, replaced his old one with this last year. I didnt see reference to resolution in the amazon description though. http://www.amazon.com/ASUS-VW246H-24.../ref=de_a_smtd
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- Post #17
- Jan 5, 2012
- Forum: Computer Building
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CHEAP gaming build

This is great! I really appreciate your assistance with this. I have an available windows 7 os, but its 64bit. Is that ok or should i buy a 32bit copy (I wasn't sure if there were any gaming considerations between the 32 and 64 bit)? Thanks again!
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- Post #14
- Jan 5, 2012
- Forum: Computer Building
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CHEAP gaming build

Yes USD, and i did plan on reuse of the monitor/keyboard/mouse. I do have a copy of win 7 ultimate not in use too. I heard that the psu should be upgraded, but ill check to see whats in it. its not a pre-built system that he has now, it was put together by a local company years ago...
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- Post #5
- Jan 4, 2012
- Forum: Computer Building
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CHEAP gaming build

I was looking at upgrading my sons pc. I assume a new motherboard, cpu, graphics card, memory are needed. suggestions on those would be great. Also, can I reuse the other parts (power supply, cd/dvd, hard drives, etc.?) I dont expect to be able to use much, but whatever i can do to save...
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- Jan 4, 2012
- Replies: 20
- Forum: Computer Building

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