If you wanted to add anything extra, and get an improvement in real world performance, you could add a 2nd good M2 ssd at 2GB for a "working" disk for your current projects. 64G of memory wouldn't hurt either. Being an older "gentleman" myself, the benefit of large screen(s) cannot be overstated. 32in+ non-curved, std 4k monitors (don't need fancy gaming features for astro). If you do, use good certified 8k Display Port cable(s) to hook them up. A bit over kill but they prevent screen glitches that can happen with cheaper cables. HDMI can do it but DP it better technically.
I have not given any consideration to a monitor.
Alex
The monitor is one of the most important parts, since that’s how you’ll view your images!
Consider one of the Benq photo series. So long as you don’t go crazy with resolution, they don’t have to be pricey. For example, if you don’t have perfect eyesight, don’t waste your money on 4K resolutions…
FWIW, good choice of CPU, reasonably priced but super fast for multithreaded apps that will use all the CPU cores
The monitor is one of the most important parts, since that’s how you’ll view your images!
Consider one of the Benq photo series. So long as you don’t go crazy with resolution, they don’t have to be pricey. For example, if you don’t have perfect eyesight, don’t waste your money on 4K resolutions…
FWIW, good choice of CPU, reasonably priced but super fast for multithreaded apps that will use all the CPU cores
I use a nice BenQ monitor on my EAA system. So i agree with Dunks recommendatio.
I am trying to get some time with my daughter to make a final list..she is very busy building a cabin ( planned it, taking the role of a builder but has guys working for her) and she has just so much on her plate I am refraining from pushing her..needless to say I am very proud of her and she could make it as a house builder even now...I have helped train her but some folk have it some don't.she has got it.... there are many skills in house building..solar powered and pressure pump plumbing regulations etc...she did do a revised parts list but I changed a few things and want her to look at it before I post it here....but it won't be long.
Great thread Alex. I’m just about to start researching my build for a processing computer as my desktop is extremely old & won’t cut it. If you don’t mind I’ll use your list as a starting point. I’m a more mature imager & have never built a computer but with the great advice from this forum & YouTube videos how hard can it be!!!������
Go for it Alex and good luck mate, you will never regret it.
Kim, I have just finished my build and I have to say it is very exciting especially when one first presses that button and it all fires up at 100 miles an hour.
I knew nothing until a very special member guided me all the way
And I have to say I am really from the old school, so to speak at 70 plus.
For those that are little left field, check out some of the integrated mini-ITX offerings…for example, the Cooler Master NR200P MAX or NZXT H1 V2.
These combos usually come as a case with power supply and water cooler installed. All you do is drop in a CPU+motherboard, drop in some memory and a SSD and you’re away!
FWIW, mine is running a Ryzen 5950X practically silently…
Great thread Alex. I’m just about to start researching my build for a processing computer as my desktop is extremely old & won’t cut it. If you don’t mind I’ll use your list as a starting point. I’m a more mature imager & have never built a computer but with the great advice from this forum & YouTube videos how hard can it be!!!������
That's the spirit Kim..we can do anything if we don't give up...I just can't get to sit down with my daughter to talk over the list and where to order ..but I think she is happy with a particular supplier..but just getting together is proving difficult..she hired a machine to do some earth moving and it lost a track and then all sorts of problems making a secure drive for a cement truck..so she does not need me wasting herctimecjust now..plus I seem to be doing a few things...the days just run out to soon.
However I still prefer to build as from here it's a long drive to buy one off the shelf..
Thanks for your kind words.
Ale
Go for it Alex and good luck mate, you will never regret it.
Kim, I have just finished my build and I have to say it is very exciting especially when one first presses that button and it all fires up at 100 miles an hour.
I knew nothing until a very special member guided me all the way
And I have to say I am really from the old school, so to speak at 70 plus.
Leon
Well Leon I am not trying to sound unkind but you are the last person I would think of to engage in a computer build and you are to be complimented on having a go and a successful outcome...more over just think of the people you have inspired to have a go...certainly you make me feel happier about my choice.
And thanks for telling of you experience.
Alex
For those that are little left field, check out some of the integrated mini-ITX offerings…for example, the Cooler Master NR200P MAX or NZXT H1 V2.
These combos usually come as a case with power supply and water cooler installed. All you do is drop in a CPU+motherboard, drop in some memory and a SSD and you’re away!
FWIW, mine is running a Ryzen 5950X practically silently…
Thanks for your input Dunk but I don't really understand what you are suggesting so may I ask where can I look at the unit that you suggest..the water cooling sounds trick and given the heat I get here in summer maybe something I should know more about.
Thanks again.
Alex
