Hi,
I am looking to build a test system for various OS testing that I do. I plan to use this as a Windows Server 2008 box (for testing / learning the OS). I may play around with Windows 7 or Vista on it as well either using VM's or other partitions.
I wouldnt mind playing with Citrix to see how that all works too.
I am not expecting to have more than 2-3 users on at a time.
My main goal is not gaming (though that could happen on it as well).
I was curious what the best route to go is today. All the processors (Q9400s, I7-860 or E8600) are about the same price (250-290).
Whats the best way to go without OC'ing (or mild OC'ing) with the intent of running different OS's / a test machine?
My budget is roughly $800, though I do not need a case, DVD, or hard drives. I think I need just Ram, probably a PSU (I have a PSU from a Dual Core system), Mobo & Processor.
Thanks,
Rich
I am looking to build a test system for various OS testing that I do. I plan to use this as a Windows Server 2008 box (for testing / learning the OS). I may play around with Windows 7 or Vista on it as well either using VM's or other partitions.
I wouldnt mind playing with Citrix to see how that all works too.
I am not expecting to have more than 2-3 users on at a time.
My main goal is not gaming (though that could happen on it as well).
I was curious what the best route to go is today. All the processors (Q9400s, I7-860 or E8600) are about the same price (250-290).
Whats the best way to go without OC'ing (or mild OC'ing) with the intent of running different OS's / a test machine?
My budget is roughly $800, though I do not need a case, DVD, or hard drives. I think I need just Ram, probably a PSU (I have a PSU from a Dual Core system), Mobo & Processor.
Thanks,
Rich