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Computer for Virtualization

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Limp Gawd
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I've been out of the hardware side of things for a while. I am thinking about building a computer to play with virtualization on. What hardware would you recommend?
 
I know next to nothing about virtualisation but what i do know is that you havn't given enough information on your situation - Virtual OS's? How many simultaneously? What would they be doing? What's your budget? etc
 
I would like to run at least 4 Windows and/or Linux systems simultaneously through VMWare Server. I just want to tinker with some things, experiment with AD policies, mixing Windows and Linux on a domain. My budget is limited but I can spread out the spending if I have to...
 
It would have helped if you had given a budget. With little to shoot at I will try as much to stick to my nick ;).

Processor: I would assume you would also want to try some 64bit guest OS, so the primary thing would be a processor with VT enabled. I just learnt today that my P4 3ghz wont run 64bit guest OS even after being a 64bit processor. So go for a dual core processor with Virtulization Tech enabled. If you have money to spend, a Quad would be a good choice (mine is on the way).

Motherboad: Get a good P35 based one if you go with Intels. Not sure whats good in the AMD world, but there are many.

RAM: Would suggest a minimum of 2gb. With the low prices now. you can go for 4gb or even 8gb according to your budget. I have 6, bought 2gb and later found out I could afford a bit more.

HDD: A good 250+ according to your budget. I have a 160gb, but I think im going to replace it with 2 bigger ones. I would prefer to keep one disk for all the images, but for that I have to earn a bit more :)

Display: Not a very important thing if you are not a graphics guy. I got a x1900gt for a very good price, but would suggest the rivals. something like a 8600gt.

PSU: Buy a good one. Maybe a corsair 620watter. I have a Hiper 580watt, not a fav for most of the people here but I have had no probs with it (btw, im in a 220V country).

I think the rest are personal choices.

Hope this helps
 
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