I am new here and I have been reading various posts as I try to figure out if I should buy a system or build one. I think I have the ability to do it (I took the software and hardware classes for the A+ certification back in the day and I took four semesters of the Cisco networking academy), but I wonder if it is worth the effort for what I will get in performance.
In late November I actually ordered a Dell - Studio XPS 8100 Desktop from Dell Direct which was suppose to be delivered on December 27, 2010. There was a mix up with the order and Dell did not seem to care other to say that I could re-order the system. I told them I would think about it. I typically get computers that are on sale and off the shelf. This time I want to get a stronger computer. I would like to run three monitors on it and have excellent performance.
I have been told different things about running multiple monitors. When I ordered the Dell, I was told that it would support 3 monitors with the video card that came with it. Later I was told in a Dell on line chat session by a Dell rep that it would not support 3 monitors. The rep said that I would need to go the the Alienware line for that, but I'm getting off the subject.
I guess what I am asking the community is there a significant gain in performance, by building a custom system. My budget is $1000 - 1500 for the CPU only. I do not have a pressing need for this computer, but would like to have it up and running in 4-6 weeks.
I suppose I could just purchase the Dell - Inspiron Desktop / Intel® Core™ i3 for $599 from Best Buy and put 2 more video cards in it and drive on.
I also have the option of buying the computer and having a person assemble it for $150.
Any and all help or advice you can offer will be greatly appreciated.
In late November I actually ordered a Dell - Studio XPS 8100 Desktop from Dell Direct which was suppose to be delivered on December 27, 2010. There was a mix up with the order and Dell did not seem to care other to say that I could re-order the system. I told them I would think about it. I typically get computers that are on sale and off the shelf. This time I want to get a stronger computer. I would like to run three monitors on it and have excellent performance.
I have been told different things about running multiple monitors. When I ordered the Dell, I was told that it would support 3 monitors with the video card that came with it. Later I was told in a Dell on line chat session by a Dell rep that it would not support 3 monitors. The rep said that I would need to go the the Alienware line for that, but I'm getting off the subject.
I guess what I am asking the community is there a significant gain in performance, by building a custom system. My budget is $1000 - 1500 for the CPU only. I do not have a pressing need for this computer, but would like to have it up and running in 4-6 weeks.
I suppose I could just purchase the Dell - Inspiron Desktop / Intel® Core™ i3 for $599 from Best Buy and put 2 more video cards in it and drive on.
I also have the option of buying the computer and having a person assemble it for $150.
Any and all help or advice you can offer will be greatly appreciated.
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