Video cards and processors

[Micromoldmaker]

I'm in the process of acquiring a much needed faster computer. Any opinions on processors like Xeon and video cards? I looked up Mastercam's requirements; just looking for what might work best.

Thanks in advance.

[d00d]

Do a search on the forum here, lots of info on this. Welcome to the forum.

[mold100]

Welcome aboard. One thing thats not touched on to much is what other software will be on Computer. I use a Nvidia Geforce 5700 256 meg card which no issues with MC but I have screen glitches with Solidworks. Its minor but I find myself minimizing and maximizing screen anytime I open another file in Sworks. Just something to consider is looking for a card recommended for multiple softwares. I knew I would have issues with Solidworks but when it comes to MC it is worth it. I also use Dual monitors with the card and it was relitivley inexpensive.

[gcode]

Check out the new Dell workstations with PCI Express video cards. Its a new graphics interface

that delivers faster graphics performance.

[Bullines]

quote:

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Its a new graphics interface

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It's a new everything interface

[Guest CNC Apps Guy 1]

Go with Xeon Processors. Definitely worth the extra $$$.

 

JM2C

[Bullines]

If it comes down to a comparisson, if the Xeon has more on-chip cache than the P4, go with the Xeon. Otherwise, save your money, stick with the P4 and put the cash you saved towards lots of RAM and a good video card.

[Chris Rizzo]

Check out this interesting thread for some mcam comparisons. Makes ya' want to run out and find some old AMD stuff..

[Micromoldmaker]

Just wanted to thank everyone for their comments. This looks like a great forum. I'll be visiting often.

[Harryman]

Good morning all.

 

I did a search on Video and decided to bump this thread.

 

I'm getting BSOD on a parts system:

Win 2K pro

ASUS A7N8X2.0

AMD 3200+ Socket A

1 total Gig dual channel

FX5200 video

 

I did a fresh install of Nvidia system drivers and have been checking daily to see if some network driven update was altering them. This morning they did not seem to have been changed.

 

The IT guy hates this thing because it's not a Dell. Is there a likely video upgrade to something like a Quadro that makes sense to do that will be cost effective and play well with MC9, Solidworks and X?

[Bullines]

What's the file mentioned in the BSOD? If there is one, that's usually a good indicator.

[Trapper Paul]

I just installed Chris's wallet friendly pick.

(128Mb nVIDIA GeForce4 Ti 4200)

I fixed a few graphic problems I was having.

 

I just wanted to tell everyone this worked out well for me. Thanks for everyone's help.

 

Paul