I'll stop short of duplicating ready web content but if you have some device that needs it, then you add it. Otherwise you can ignore that.
I must ask why you would build a machine today. The problems I find today are folk that discover how hard it is to get Windows installed proper makes me hesitate. That is, if you ask about firewire it may be a moon shot effort for you to get Windows working properly. No offense meant but this is not a good sign.
Why not use a ready to use machine?
Bob
I have managed to scrape $2000 together and it's time for a new computer. I've been struggling along with computers I bought in second hand shops and re-built a couple back in pre-USB days so I understand the basics and know how to install hardware. I'm lost when it comes to the system itself.
The principal job of the computer will be to capture analog signals and convert them to avi files. It would need to have good video and audio editing software.
I have 50+ hours of video recorded in 3 different tape formats, 2 drawers full of audio cassettes, I cupboard full of vinyl records, 1 keyboard full of my music/backing tracks for my songs. I need to get all that lot into my computer so I can produce video clips, dvds and cds. I also have several thousand negatives from photos I have taken throughout my life so a scanner that can handle negatives would be good too.
What system do I need to handle that particular job?
Here's what the local computer store have recommended:
CPU - I5-2400 3.1 quad core lga1155
MB - ASUS P8H67-M SKT-1155
RAM - 8GB Kit DDR3 (2X4GB)
DVD - DVDRW SATA 5.25"
POWER - 600W ThermalTake SP-TTW0103
VIDEO - ATI 5770 Video card
HD - 1TB SATA hard drive
I also need advice on the hardware/software used in capturing analog signals. The Computer Store offered me Compro-C500 but the reviews I've seen for it didn't inspire me with confidence. What are my options? What is a firewire and do I need one?
Sorry there's so many questions here, but can't afford to get this wrong. Tired of always playing "catch-up" and want to be future proof at least for a while.
Thanks in advance for any advice you can give me.
Rob, Qld

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