I have Intel Core 2 Quad Q6600 @ 2.4Ghz. Will Windows 64bit edition run on it?
P.S. I bought this pc from shop with no special complectation. It already been with 8gb of ram, GeForce 9800GX2 Intel Core 2 Quad Q6600 @ 2.4Ghz and 500Gb HDD.
HyperXas
You'd think they'd throw in a better processor with all of that. Yes, it will work with a 64-bit OS.
You'll be fine if you don't plan on overclocking. Some people might be more fortunate and be able to overclock and have your temps, but since that's no worry to you, just pretend you have the same settings as them.
Since it's your first build, going with a full tower would be a good choice. It gives you plenty of room to work with and you don't run the risk of running out of space with hardware, wires, and the risk of bending or breaking things in small, tight spaces.
Looks good, but with news of newer video cards I'd wait for that to unfold before getting a 9800GX2 unless you're talking about the very near future. If you're going futureproof, stick with the quad. Unfortunately I've been hearing Nehalem will need an entirely new type of mobo and who knows where hardware will go thereafter. :O
Can't answer the temp question, but as for putting the OS install on a Raptor, it won't make too much difference. Infact unless you get a stopwatch out, its unlikely you'll notice the 2-3 second difference in boot up. Installing programs will be a little faster, but you're still going to be limited by your optical drive speed. Differences in game loading will be negligible. Higher RPM HDDs were developed for file servers, so naturally the only people who are going to see the added benefits are people running file servers. The fact is, that during boot up and loading software its very unlikely that the drive will ever be able to reach that full 10,000 RPMs just because the job will be done, before the drive can accelerate to that speed. But if you're streaming and writing large files accross a network, the extra speed will make a noticeable difference.ProudLarry
Thanks for your reply. Based on this I might just leave the OS on the 7200RPM drive and use the 10000 for big files or whatnot. If that fails or maybe I might just change my mind!... I'll settle for another 7200.
The OS will install and run just fine on a 7200 RPM drive, but then the 10,000 RPM would just be a waste. I would either wait to get the raptor back, or just install on the standard and return or sell the Raptor.
That does seem like a high temp for that chip. What are you using to check the temps? It is a new chip, it is possible they are not reporting the proper temp.
I would look into a after market cooler. The Arctic Freezer Pro7 should work good for you, and is a breeze to install.
ch5richards
I'm checking through the BIOS. And I have a xigmatek cooler. Even if it is high, I'd be fine with it as long as it doesn't break on me or something.
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