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**sandstorm77** · 01-10-2009

Thanks for the help guys. I've been doing my research for quite a while. Most of the stuff I have read has been good regarding the XPS gaming systems. I'm long overdue for a new pc as I am still using a desktop with a Pent 4 2.4 GHz cpu and 2GB of ram. I have not been able to play any new games for quite a while.

My main concern was the amount of ram needed for the 64-bit system. I know the 64-bit OS can take advantage of the full amount, but does it require more than 4GB to run smoothly or will that be enough?

As far as the monitor goes, I can upgrade to a 22in for a $100 which I was considering doing. Right now I'm using a 19in CRT which isn't 19in viewable, so a 19in LCD would still be an upgrade.

01-10-2009	#5 (permalink)
sandstorm77 Member Join Date: Jan 2009 XP 5 posts	Re: Vista Newb..please help configuring new gaming PC Thanks for the help guys. I've been doing my research for quite a while. Most of the stuff I have read has been good regarding the XPS gaming systems. I'm long overdue for a new pc as I am still using a desktop with a Pent 4 2.4 GHz cpu and 2GB of ram. I have not been able to play any new games for quite a while. My main concern was the amount of ram needed for the 64-bit system. I know the 64-bit OS can take advantage of the full amount, but does it require more than 4GB to run smoothly or will that be enough? As far as the monitor goes, I can upgrade to a 22in for a $100 which I was considering doing. Right now I'm using a 19in CRT which isn't 19in viewable, so a 19in LCD would still be an upgrade.
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