System Hardware: PC | MOBO | RAM | CPU | HDD | SSD | PSU etc

Because i want to upgrade my work PC (I do 3D solids), it gives me a perfect excuse to upgrade my FSX rig, so i am going to move my i7-950 + m/b over to my work PC and put a i7-2600K sysem into my FSX rig. Here's where i don't know what would be the best way to go.I have two EVGA-GTX460 Factory overclocked (1024mb x 3800mhz) cards in my existing FSX rig so i really don't want to throw money at a 580 and waste at least 1 perfectly good video card which is not that far behind later cards. In other words a lot more money (wasted and spent) for how much more gain?I have also read (since a hasty purchase) that 2 cards + SLI really doesn't do much for FSX (Am i right?).So i am …

So I can bash my PC to bits...I can't take it anymore... 3559 errors/warnings in only 2 months! Just today I got a BSOD (something about 0000006 DX - probably direct x related) while FSX was idle. I jsut started up the program, walked away for a few moments, and came back to a pretty BSOD. Then I run FSX again with the nvidia inspector monitor panel up and it CTD's with NTDLL.dll error - precious!If they made store bought PC's that would run FSX I'd buy one and replace it with this POS. What the heck is wrong with my systems? Is it:1) PSU2) Mobo3) RAM4) DX drivers5) GPU drivers6) other system drivers?Look how many combinations of doom there is!!It's not that hard to …

Hi there,My system is an Intel Core due E8400 3.0ghz (not overclocked), 1333 Fulhd lga 775 ati rs600, ddr2 giga, 2gb ram, Vista 64bit, 650w psuI recently upgraded my graphics card from a Gforce 9500gt to a GTX460 and since I made the switch have been experiencing OOMS. These take the form of the little box popping up saying 'Your computer has run out of memory. FS9 will now close' or words to that effect. I have also had the BSOD with memory management error appear although lately this has not been happening. The error normally occurs when switching between different airports (for example resting after a complete reinstall) but also occurs when trying to complete a flight…

A simple question (I think): What is the best thermal paste out there?

First of all I wouild like to upgrade my system. MY specs are as follows windows 7 64bit i975 extreme running at a solid 4.0ghz cna't get it any higher otherwise get the glue screen. I have tried at 4.1 and 4.2 just is not stable only at 4.0. fsx on its own separate drive, 2 velcoraptors Operating system on its own dirve, gtx 285, 6 gb memory running at 9,9,9. My temps are in the upper 50's for all 4 cores running at fsx. I get a few stutters but nividia inspector helps out quite a bit, and also uses Nicks tid bits as well. Also have a 1,000 watts of power. Now this my diilema I was thinksing of the 2600kl but its a pain in the neck to reinstall everything or if I went…

Hey guys, yesterday i finished my new rig, installed FSX and is fine, from my previous Q9550@4GHZ and GTX 275, the main difference is how smooth the sim is now, and i locked fps in 30, and never drops, in a quick take off from KLGA, because my old rig was not good at this area, of course, no tweaks, addons, nothing installed, i will spend today and tomorrow for install all the things. And, install things and loading times is AMAZING compared with C2Q, i dont know if it is because of Sata3 drive, or the processor, but the system is really amazing, well, compared with my old. and i tested FSX with the same AA settings, 8xSQ.Now the Questions, my memory is a G.skill RipjawsX…

Hello all,I have been following a thread on 'PMDG General' section of this forum regarding iMacs, unfortunately that discussion seems to have run cold.So I thought I'd ask the question on a more relevant section.Has anyone one had any experience running FSX (via Bootcamp) on the 2011 Sandy Bridge iMacs? And if so, how does FSX perform?Also if anyone has a similar spec'd PC and/or has a good idea how the new iMac may perform I'd appreciate your views? I am looking to buy a 27" i7 @ 3.4GHz (no over-clocking on a Mac).I am not looking for a debate on the pros and cons of buying a Mac and not a PC, my profession dictates that I use a Mac. So I'd appreciate views and experienc…

http://www.fudzilla.com/home/item/22814-ivy-bridge-to-launch-in-march-/-april-2012looks like were not getting ivy bridge processors until march april 2012 i cant believe i have to wait nearly a year to play fsx with all the sliders to the right why cant they just release at the end of the year.

Hi,I want some new ram since my brother got my mushkins for his birthday. I am now looking at these http://www.mindfacto...20/pid/geizhalsDoes anybody know anything about this kind of model? Will these work on my Asus P7p55D-E MOBO?Or do you recommend something else? Thanks alot,One

My machine has taken on a rather strange fault. I will be online flying with my friends and BAM, my computer shuts itself off. It does not CTD or begins shutting itself down, but one second full power, next dark and silent. It happens at anywhere on the GHZ spectrum, from 4.4GHZ where I operate daily to 5Ghz for FSX. Very Strange. Last evening I unplugged everything and then replugged it all back again - No difference. Any Ideas? Kind regards,

Just watching a few build videos from Newegg and they recommend testing the system outside of the case (on the MB box) before installing into the case. The purpose is to ensure there are no DOA components. Just wondering if all of you do this ?thanks,Mark.

Hi.So after my old I7 920 I decide to take a seat in new setup.I am going to build workstation for games :).Sounds strange but I was allways curious how FSX will be working on 2 processors.I know its lots of benchmarks but...Id like to check this my self.So as far I have mobo and processors.Still waiting for other parts.If I get more of them then I can upload some pics.Belowe I just let u know what kind of specyfication will be.EVGA SR22xXeon 568012gb DDR3 1600MHZ CL6 Gskill2xGTX 580-Gigabyte SOC or some reference card.1xOCZ Revo Drive 120GB R21xOCZ Agility 3Enermax 1250WSo I decide to build watercooling for better performance.Watercooling will be covering CPU(x2),GPU(x…

I believe I spoke with 1 or 2 of you around here who said they were waiting for this board. I found it here and immediately ordered it! I was unable to find any currently active promo codes, but I suppose $250 is a fair price.

which one do you think will be better for flight sim ivy bridge or sandy bridge extreme

My rig: ASUS P8P67 EVO 1155 Step 3 with latest BIOS. Intel i5-2500K 3.3Ghz, w 8GB RipJaws 1600 RAM. CoolerMaster HAF922 case with 5 cooling fans, CoolerMaster GeminII cpu heatsink/fan, Win7 64 Enterprise.I'm looking to OC to 4.8Ghz or thereabouts: as I add more layers to my FSX experience (REX, GEX about to add FSG) I'm noticing a drop in frames, want to keep them at 30+.I followed the instructions here: http://hardforum.com...d.php?t=1578110 and reboot the machine. Running the CoreTemp application, it still states 3.3Ghz as the frequency. I downloaded and ran Prime95, and temps quickly went to 90+ and I started getting overheat warnings. The posts I have read on various …

Hey guys, yesterday i finished my new rig, installed FSX and is fine, from my previous Q9550@4GHZ and GTX 275, the main difference is how smooth the sim is now, and i locked fps in 30, and never drops, in a quick take off from KLGA, because my old rig was not good at this area, of course, no tweaks, addons, nothing installed, i will spend today and tomorrow for install all the things. And, install things and loading times is AMAZING compared with C2Q, i dont know if it is because of Sata3 drive, or the processor, but the system is really amazing, well, compared with my old. and i tested FSX with the same AA settings, 8xSQ.Now the Questions, my memory is a G.skill RipjawsX…

Hey Guys,I'm currently running i7-920 D0 @ stock (stock heatsink) would anyone recommend the Thermaltake FRIO as a good cooler for me to oc to 4ghzCheers.

I think this topic has come up a few times over the last couple months and perhaps it's best to address it head on... not that I have any answers. There's certainly lots of good technical information on those forums and I would agree that perhaps things have been a little watered down over here. While NickN and other hardware gurus may be familiar with specifications and their effect on FSX, I think the AVSIM hardware forum has just been on a different track. Think of it as a performance vs specification approach or perhaps empirical vs rational method.Specification, for example, would dictate that the 580 is hands down a better GPU for FSX than the 560. And I have no dou…

Vsync is on in nvidia inspector but I'm getting 150+fps with unlimited in FSX. Is something broken?

Hi All,A local PC shop is selling a nice computer that I think would do well with FSX. Here are the specs:Intel Core i5 2500KCorsair H50 Hydro CPU CoolerAsus P8P67 Rev 3.0 DDR3 USB3+SATA32x4GB DDR3-1600 RAM1TB HDD with 32MB cacheEVGA nVidea GeForce GTX560 Ti Superclocked 1GB GDDR5 PCI-ESeasonic M12II Bronze 620W PSUPlease tell me what you think. Suggestions welcome.Philip Dunlop

Hi! I've been trying to resist it, but I think the geek in me have won. I'm thinking of upgrading my i7 950 to Sandy bridge after seeing the 10-average-fps-jump in the FS11Mark thread.I have 3 questions:1. The 2600K costs about 150USD more compared to the 2500K, where I live. I'd like to keep my upgrade as cheap as possible because my inner cheapskate (the one that lost against the geek) is telling me that it was less than half a year ago since my big i7 upgrade. Damn that sounded schizophrenic lol. So is the 2600K with its HT really worth the extra cost? Is there any performance gain in FSX?EDIT: Just saw that this question has been asked before, 2500K it is then, am I r…

I plan to purchase this to replace my cheap psu. Anyone that had this psu, would you recommend it?

Curious if anyone is using or has opinions. I was looking at the R3 @ $110. I'm sitting next to the thing all day long and prefer something that's as quiet as possible, but still will cool an SB/2600K @ say 4.6, a GTX 580 and a couple of drives. I also see they have an "arc" model but it doesn't appear to be on sale yet. The arc has more cooling options, but I suppose more mesh = more noise and it also has an FP USB 3.0 where the R3 only has USB 2.0. I'm probably looking at a Corsair H70 for CPU cooling so it has to accommodate that as well.scott s..

Hi GuysA bit of an odd question, but does anyone know if there's a way of testing printer ink for Dye or Pigment type?I'm looking into a CISS system for printing my manuals (i have loads).Obviously I don't want to get the wrong kind.I have an HP Office Jet Pro 8000

Just wondering if anyone has experience with the open box deals at newegg... I saw that they still would allow a return within 30 days, but the other policies on missing accessories and satisfaction (lets say, on a monitor, I find 2 dead pixels) has scared me away. I'm finding good deals on monitors and motherboards. If this build is going to be for the next 5 years, maybe just buy new?