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January 17th, 2011, 04:55 PM
#1
2 into 4, does it go?
Hello everyone, belated happy new year(s) it’s been a while!
Ok, last time I built anything for myself was way back when socket 478 Pen IV was the kick *ss build to have with a whopping 2 gig ddr (in dual channel don't you know).
I’m looking at building around AMD Phenom with Windows 7 64 bit (I read this is the way to go?). I was planning to use my WD Raptor (10k) as a little boost but at 36 gig, would it be enough. I have plenty of other HD’s for storage.
Quick question, is it worth trying to save some £$£$£$£$ by buying AMD Phenom II X2 and hooking it up on a board that “could” unlock the other 2 cores?
If so, what would be a recommended board? And do I have to choose carefully which model of Phenom II to get, i.e. 555, 565 etc?
As usual, many thanks in advance.
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January 17th, 2011, 06:12 PM
#2
Trying to unlock the other two cores would be a very hit and miss affair, it would be a pure gamble. Often the cores have been disabled because they plain don't work.
36 GB would do for a basic install of Win7, but you'd need to put nearly all your apps on another drive. Frankly I think you would be pushing your luck. I normally recommend a minimum of 200 gigs for a Win7 partition.
Phenom II is a fine CPU, but look at the Intel Core i5 and i7 too.
Nick.
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January 18th, 2011, 04:55 AM
#3
 Originally Posted by techallenged
... is it worth trying to save some £$£$£$£$ by buying AMD Phenom II X2 and hooking it up on a board that “could” unlock the other 2 cores? ...
Not worth the hassle.
Cheers.
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January 18th, 2011, 01:38 PM
#4
Ok, thanks guys...
I'll have a look around to see what I can find and fund!
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January 19th, 2011, 07:58 AM
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