So I had read, which was why I had planned only on putting one card in the new build. I'd like to at least play with two monitors at some point, even if I didn't end up staying that way. I had also come to the conclusion that SLI probably was overkill for my purposes at this time ... but was...
My current monitor is a teeny 17" standard aspect -- it will be replaced, but whether at the same time or a few months from now remains to be seen. The largest I can go looks like around 20" WS, for desk space and viewing angle. I've been keeping an eye on monitors as well, but I am less...
Total on newegg including the other three fans (but not the O/S) is $1308. I plan to run Vista Home Premium on this one, 32-bit.
Thanks for the feedback, it's very much appreciated!
Probably no SLI for now. Honestly, I don't foresee a need for it in the future, but I know myself, and 6 months down the road I'll think "maybe I should try SLI" and kick myself for not getting a mobo capable of it.
Why not a 9800? ... that's a good question. I've been talking with my boss...
I've been researching and reading and comparing for a couple of weeks, and I think I have things narrowed down, but I'd like to ask people with more experience at this if anything looks off or is known not to play nice with others. This will be my first time putting things together, and I am a...