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    All around computer- video, 3d modeling, $1500-2K budget

    update: The used workstation is working flawlessly. I had a few hickups transferring old files to the new system ... some system settings got tossed around or lost altogether and it took a few recoveries and additional transfers to get everything right. HP Z620 2 x E5-2690 64 GB DDR3-1600 ECC...
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    All around computer- video, 3d modeling, $1500-2K budget

    Also, How would two of these fair for monitors? https://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16824236174&nm_mc=AFC-C8Junction&cm_mmc=AFC-C8Junction-VigLink2-_-na-_-na-_-na&cm_sp=&AID=10446076&PID=8167422&SID=iyi6ifb7km0035wt00053
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    All around computer- video, 3d modeling, $1500-2K budget

    So the question is: Should i got for 8 x 8gb ram modules or should i go 4x16? I guess what im asking is: would one be more beneficial than the other? From the manufacturer spec sheet: "Up to 12 DIMM slots with 2 CPUs, up to 192 GB, 8-channel ECC DDR3-1866 (Transfer rates up to 1866 MT/s)...
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    All around computer- video, 3d modeling, $1500-2K budget

    So here is where i am currently: From my own research, and the amazing help from this site and those that posted, i am leaning heavily toward the workstation solution. I think the workstation is the best route for my work, and leaves room for upgrading down the road. When I can budget more, i...
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    All around computer- video, 3d modeling, $1500-2K budget

    Test post. My replies are not posting.
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    All around computer- video, 3d modeling, $1500-2K budget

    Hello all, After being out of the hardware side of tech for 15 years (my last high performace build was a H2O cooled AMD 1700+ DLT3C!!) i need help picking components for a new desktop. My A505 Satellite laptop just isnt cutting it anymore. I do CAD work on the side from home (Solidworks...