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What’s the PC configuration to run Adobe Master Collection
Hi All
I would like to know the best PC configuration to run the Adobe Master Collection CS4 without slowing down specially on rendering. I would like to gather some experiences u all have come across with best PC configuration on Video Editing. At present I am havong Dell Dimension 8400 system. It’s 5yrs old PC. having difficulties running CS4 properly.
Thx vm. Pushpa
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Of course, there’s always Apple, depending on your budget… They do have some of the best machines out there.
On the PC side, I think, right now Dell is still a brand to go to for in high end systems, unless you decide to spend a little time and build it yourself.
HP is quite lazy on the driver side (online), so until they get on the ball I can’t recommend them anymore. They seem to drop support and updates as soon as their machines are out… And we all know you’ll want to wipe out a system as soon as you get it to get rid of all the junk, so you’ll need that online support for drivers.
I can’t recommend a particular model (it will probably be discontinued by the time I finish typing this line)
The recommended OS is Win 7 64 bits. An i7 processor is also the way to go. The price range for that processor does go from mid to very high, very high not getting you much bang for those additional bucks…
RAM: Probably at least 8 Gigs (DDR3). Even more if you are going to use After Effects.
For HD editing you’ll have to keep some room in your budget for a RAID system, either 0 or 5. A couple more drives, one for OS, one for backup.
Graphics: Again, depending on what you will be doing, a cheaper card may work just fine. We are happy with the AMD/ATI Radeon 4870 at this time (we got the ones from ASUS).
And don’t skip the audio, there are a lot of offering out there. M audio is great if you are doing more advanced editing. Just keep in mind that most onboard audio in usually the worst and most neglected component in the system.
I think that’s it, happy shopping!
Vince Becquiot
Kaptis Studios
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Hi Vince
Thx for input 4 my query…Yes, I am a Dell user since 1995. I have purchased 5 Dell Systems + 1 Laptop (XPS M1530) since then. I am really happy with their after sales service support in Australia. I have been treated very well when it comes to loyal customer and support. At the mom I have Dell Dimension 84002.8GHz Proc + 2GB RAM..seems it’s not working so well with CS4. I think I need to upgrade my machine badly. I have noted what to expect in a new machine to run the CS4 smoothly. Thx Vince. Ur suggestions were much appreciated.
Pushpa
Oz.
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