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Ok here's the story, we need a computer capable of running six 1080p displays simultaneously for long periods of time (assume constantly on). I'm trying to get an idea of the hardware required for building one PC to handle it. The alternative is to build one for each pair of TVs, since I assume running two displays is an easy feat for any modern computer. Each of the TVs will display a series of pre-recorded video files. The six TVs will most likely be playing from the same list of video files, so there is the chance that multiple TVs will be playing the same video file simultaneously (not sure if that matters.The PC will be administrated remotely.
1) What will you be doing with this PC? Gaming? Photoshop? Web browsing? etc
Displaying 1080p video content for digital signage in retail locations
2) What's your budget? Are tax and shipping included?
rough budget of $1500, tax and shipping included.
3) Which country do you live in? If the U.S, please tell us the state and city if possible.
Salt Lake City, Utah (No MC nearby) I like the Egg.
4) What exact parts do you need for that budget? CPU, RAM, case, etc. The word "Everything" is not a valid answer. Please list out all the parts you'll need.
Case, Mobo, PSU, RAM, HDD, CPU, NIC, GPU(s),
5) If reusing any parts, what parts will you be reusing? Please be especially specific about the power supply. List make and model.
None.
6) Will you be overclocking?
No.
7) What is the max resolution of your monitor? What size is it?
Six 1920x1080p 50" displays
8) When do you plan on building/buying the PC?
Within two weeks
9) What features do you need in a motherboard? RAID? Firewire? Crossfire or SLI support? USB 3.0? SATA 6Gb/s? eSATA? Onboard video? etc.
USB 3.0 would be a plus, as would 6Gb/s SATA.
10) Do you already have a legit and reusable/transferable OS key/license? If yes, what OS? Is it 32bit or 64bit?
Windows 7 64 bit.
My #1 priority is stability and longevity. Not having to go out and repair this unit is key, because we'll probably be putting this in about 200 locations next year. For this reason I'd be open to extras like fan filters, liquid cooling (to avoid dust buildup on a CPU fan) etc to make sure it doesn't overheat and wear out.
I won't be paying the electricity so power consumption is a non-issue.
I'd like to go with a single GPU solution if possible since it seems less prone to crashing.
1) What will you be doing with this PC? Gaming? Photoshop? Web browsing? etc
Displaying 1080p video content for digital signage in retail locations
2) What's your budget? Are tax and shipping included?
rough budget of $1500, tax and shipping included.
3) Which country do you live in? If the U.S, please tell us the state and city if possible.
Salt Lake City, Utah (No MC nearby) I like the Egg.
4) What exact parts do you need for that budget? CPU, RAM, case, etc. The word "Everything" is not a valid answer. Please list out all the parts you'll need.
Case, Mobo, PSU, RAM, HDD, CPU, NIC, GPU(s),
5) If reusing any parts, what parts will you be reusing? Please be especially specific about the power supply. List make and model.
None.
6) Will you be overclocking?
No.
7) What is the max resolution of your monitor? What size is it?
Six 1920x1080p 50" displays
8) When do you plan on building/buying the PC?
Within two weeks
9) What features do you need in a motherboard? RAID? Firewire? Crossfire or SLI support? USB 3.0? SATA 6Gb/s? eSATA? Onboard video? etc.
USB 3.0 would be a plus, as would 6Gb/s SATA.
10) Do you already have a legit and reusable/transferable OS key/license? If yes, what OS? Is it 32bit or 64bit?
Windows 7 64 bit.
My #1 priority is stability and longevity. Not having to go out and repair this unit is key, because we'll probably be putting this in about 200 locations next year. For this reason I'd be open to extras like fan filters, liquid cooling (to avoid dust buildup on a CPU fan) etc to make sure it doesn't overheat and wear out.
I won't be paying the electricity so power consumption is a non-issue.
I'd like to go with a single GPU solution if possible since it seems less prone to crashing.