Technology Recommended Desktop PC specs for Windows 7 (64 Bit)

[THEV1LL4N]

okay, so now all i need to do is get different serial keys. is there a key gen or anything that i can get to create a unique code?

 

[masta247]

oh if you downloaded a cracked Windows then you probably don't need them.

 

[THEV1LL4N]

i downloaded the ISO (as if it was purchased) from the aforementioned website. (see my post on page 8). but of course i need an activation key dont i, otherwise it wont validate?

i have the windows 7 ISO image. then i have two .box files.

Using this method:

http://www.mydigitallife.info/2009/...rom-exe-plus-setup1-box-and-setup2-box-files/

 

[masta247]

oh so yes you do. You can either:

1)Buy legal serial numbers for each machine you want to install it on.

2)Crack this and use a keygen.

While keygen will generate a working key it won't let you validate. Personally I don't think it's worth running a pirated OS though if only for update downloads.

 

[2Pax]

You can get Windows 7 for about £25-£30 if you're a student?

Just need to enter a University E-Mail address, well worth it in my opinion. 'Tis the first ever legal operating system I have owned .

 

[Casey]

Untrue masta.

I installed a cracked AND validated one on a friends machine.

Double checked the validation when installing Security Essentials as it requires validation and it works, and he's had all the update downloads too.

 

[THEV1LL4N]

i shall try this.

where do i get that from 2pax? microsoft.com?

also, isnt the file size like 20GB? thats too big to download at once because of the limit cap i have on my monthly allowance. ive been over so many times in the past they have the right to terminate the contract with immediate effect.

 

[THEV1LL4N]

hoping to get the following on my desktop:

windows 7 home premium 64bit (may purchase this off my friend for £75)
amd 3gb dual core (spare slots for if i want to add more)
512mb nvidia gfx card (hd)
160gb-250gb primary hdd, 1tb secondary (7200 rpm)
500w psu
standard cooling

will try and use current optical drives and memory card readers/usb ports from current pc. my friend says because they are older models, they may well need newer connectors etc...

budget is around £500, friend will get back to me with a quotation.


EDIT: My friend has just called and quoted me these prices:

with windows 7 64 bit, new optical drives, 1 year standard warranty - £475
with windows 7 64 bit, older or without new optical drives, 1 year standard warranty - £425

 

[THEV1LL4N]

Okay it looks as though i'll be getting:

Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit
AMD 2GB Phenom II 550 Dual Core at 3.2GHz (spare slots for if i want to add more)
512MB nVidia GFX Card (PCI Express HD Ready)
250GB primary Hard Drive, 1TB secondary Hard Drive (Western Digital or Maxtor) (7200 rpm)
500W PSU
Standard Cooling
Standard Sound Card
Current Optical Drives
New Case
Windows 7 Restore Disc
1 Year Warranty

all for £500 (=$758.46) built by the end of the week and ready to collect.

What do you guys think of that, is it a good deal? i think it is and i cant wait to get collect it and start using it.

Also, which monitor would you recommend?

LG LCD MONITOR 22" WIDE W2243SS-PFT BLK

or

Acer 22" Widescreen 1920x1080 Monitor

Getting a 22 Inch monitor means i can watch, play games or use it from my bed nicely which is next to my bed. But the thing is im not sure how much it'll strain my eyes looking at a big screen from closer up during normal use...

If anyone else has suggestions, please take into account that i am after a good quality monitor (HD if possible), reliable, good value, around the £100 mark, widescreen.

Thank you all for your input, especially Masta and Rukas on the good read and debate about AMD vs Intel.

 

[masta247]

To be honest I can't tell much because there are no model names for graphics card, hard drive, memory and PSU.

If you absolutely need Full HD resolution then 22 inch display is too small. However considering that you want low price I'd either go for a 1680x1050 resolution or a cheap full hd 23-24 inch.
You won't even see higher resolution on a 22 inch display and it'll be harder to handle for your PC.

 

[THEV1LL4N]

i think 24 inch is gonna be massive to look at from a normal distance and it'll make me short sighted even quicker and then there's the extra expense on top of it.

i can wait and then tell you exactly what components ive got. otherwise i can ask my friend. i'll state them here soon.

 

[masta247]

okay. Then if you need a smaller display imo 1680x1050 resolution would be better. Mostly because of games. It's harder for your graphics card to handle games in higher resolutions.
You'll still be able to play hd content and you won't notice a huge difference.

 

[THEV1LL4N]

I'm currently watching this one:

ET.EV3WE.E06 22" Acer V223Webd Black Widescreen Monitor

Overview
• Type: LCD
• Screen Size: 22"
• Pitch Size: 0.282mm
• Connectors: 1 x D-Sub
• Resolution: 1680x1050
• Refresh Rate: 55Hz - 75Hz
• Viewing Angle: 170/160 (°H/°V)
• Contrast Ratio/DCR: 2500:1
• Response Time: 5 ms
• Brightness: 300 cd/m²
• Power Usage (Switched on): 45 W
• VESA: Yes
• Widescreen: Yes
• Monitor Colour: Black
• Dimensions (with stand): 506x399x180 (WxHxD)
• Warranty: 1 Year

 

[Rukas]

Ive got two 24inch screens. Drool worthy. Dont be afraid, got 24 inch HD, it's amazing!

 

[masta247]

yeah I had a 26 inch monitor and a friend of mine uses 32 inch tv as his monitor.
Right now I'm using a 21 inch one because of S-PVA panel in it and while it's big compared to my old CRT right now I think it's a bit too small for me.

 

[THEV1LL4N]

22-24 inches seems big enough for me, dont want anything too big. again, remember im trying not too overspend. im a student who does not receive loans, grants, bursaries or any type of financial support remember? so i dont splash the cash like others and find myself in debt after my degree and spend x number of years in a non-career related job paying back money to the university lol.

 

[THEV1LL4N]

im using my new pc and its super fast. had a few minor problems after reboot, but it should be good to go now. just need to get the screen now