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MarvynDT

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My primary use is for graphic design (Photoshop, Flash) and every once in a while, a little CoD (that's the only FPS I'm good at :) ). I'm trying to stay below $1000. What do you think of this:

Shuttle ST20G5
Athlon 64 3000+ Winchester
Seagate Barracuda 7200.7 SATA 80gb
ATI X800XL
Kingston HyperX 3200 (already have)

Newegg Price: $863.00

I've considered the SN95G5 and SN25P, but I like to continue running a triple monitor setup, which sounds promising with the Surroundview monitor support on the ST20G5. Although I could probably do a triple display on the SN95G5 with a pci videocard, but I'd rather leave that open for my PVR card (I also watch a lot of TV on my computer).

I don't really plan on OC'ing this either. I've already had my fair share of fun on previous boxes, that I really just want something I can quickly setup and not spend days playing around in the BIOS trying to get the most out of it.

Any opinions before I pull the trigger?
 
might be nice to have a venice in case you decide to get back into oc'ing. other than that looks good
 
Yes, unfortunately my desk only has enough space for 3 monitors.

As for the venice, I'm still a bit unsure of it as I cannot find anybody who has confirmed the source of the problems with the ST20G5 and the venice, ie whether the high BIOS temps is due to inability to read the venice's temp sensor, a faulty install, or defective hardware.
 
I like it, and while I'd personally avoid ATi chipsets, for what you're looking for it fits the bill nicely. Winchester is a proven SFF solution, you should have no problems there- Venice is obviously still young and needs some adjusting to.
 
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