Introduction
Choosing a computer is not a trivial question, especially if it is the most powerful one.
The main thing - a clear agreement of the parameters of all its devices. It is unlikely that you will be able to buy such a computer immediately in the store, so below describes the process of selecting the necessary devices for it.
You need to start with the processor. Intel is recognized as the most powerful and reliable processor, AMD is not yet a competitor to it. You just need to keep in mind that the Intel processor is much more expensive - about 2 times, respectively, and crawl and other prices, primarily the motherboard.
CPU
So, Intel Core i7-990X is chosen at a cost of about 1000 dollars.
Main characteristics:
¾ Socket - LGA1366
¾ Number of cores - 6
¾ Clock frequency - 3467MHz
¾ Cache L1 - 64Kb
¾ Cache L2 - 1536Kb
¾ Cache L3 - 12288Kb
¾ Max. the amount of RAM is 24GB
¾ Heat dissipation - 130 W
Cooler tower with heat pipes.
Motherboard (system) board
The motherboard for such a processor must have:
SATA 3.0 and USB 3.0 interfaces
3 PCI-E-16 interfaces
CrossFireX system for support of up to 4 video cards
Support three-channel memory
Overclocking Interface
Powerful audio processor
These requirements are met by
ASUS RampageIII Formula (LGA 1366)IntelX58Express, BIOS0505
Operative memory (RAM)
When choosing a RAM, you need to be veryattentive. The capabilities of most of the sets of RAM of different manufacturers are approximately the same. The main thing when choosing a memory is full compatibility with the motherboard (supported frequencies, latency (timing), supply voltage). The processor supports three-channel memory mode - DDR3, so 3 identical memory slots should be installed. Recommended RAM (RAM)
DDR3 PC3-6400 (DDR3800) / PC3-8500 (DDR31066) with a three-channel controller.
Video card
The choice of a video card is, perhaps, the most responsible and difficult choice. The question for what the computer will be used is calculations, work with graphics, the installation of various videos, games. But, since you need
Excellent performance - ASUS ARESRadeonHD5870x2 or ASUSARES.2DIS.4GD5
The maximum speed - NVIDIA GTX660Ti - for fans of games.
Hard disk (hard drive)
Standard version with disk partitioning onlogical here is not suitable, therefore 3 hard disks are installed. The first one is the system one, the second one is the working one and the third one is for storing the data and archives. In addition, it should store important information from the second disk (copy) and regularly monitor them.
So, as a system drive is installed WD1500AD Raptor-X with a capacity of 150GB, it only stores the system and installed programs.
As the second and third drive are installed two identical disk capacity of 2000GB each - WD WD2001 / FASS CaviarBlack2Tb.
Power supply unit (PSU)
The PS should be reliable and powerful enough. According to the reference data, the total power consumption of the above devices is about 800 W (this is the peak value).
It is necessary to add 20-30%.
The number of connectors should correspond to the number of devices (better by 1-2 more), including for video cards.
It is recommended that the BP Enermax Revolution85 + ERV1250EGT.
Housing
The case is chosen in such a size that all devices can be placed in it freely.
Important! On the case it is necessary to install additional fans - 3-4 pieces, depending on their capacity and the design of the selected case.