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    New build able to run 6 monitors advice...

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by r.chenia, Apr 11, 2013.

  1. r.chenia

    r.chenia Newbie

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    Hello guys :hi2:

    I'm trying to build a a new PC for my dad as he's a stock market trader.
    He wants to be able to run at least 6 monitors (multi display) so he can view all charts at once (with the possibility of having more than 6 screens in the future?? (doesnt have to be though.))
    We already have 6 of the same screens and they only have Scart, HDMI and VGA connections on the back.
    The link below is a list ive made of the parts i want to use. (motherboard and graphics card not there as i need help to choose them.)
    My budget is around £1500 +/-
    Lists | Ebuyer.com
    Can you tell me whether i have chosen the right parts or if there are better ones for cheaper prices and whether its all compatible.
    I also have no clue as to which graphics card and motherboard to buy.
    I dont want to make the mistake of buying the wrong parts so any help would be appreciated!
    Im not much of a gamer but do play the occasional games online...
    Thanks,
    Rameez
     
    r.chenia, Apr 11, 2013
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  2. saturnotaku

    saturnotaku Notebook Nobel Laureate

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    Desktop questions should be asked in the companion desktop forums.
     
    saturnotaku, Apr 11, 2013
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  3. Karamazovmm

    Karamazovmm Overthinking? Always!

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    aside that even the lowest end gpus that support multi displays is what you want

    regarding cpu, it doesnt need much power at all

    you need to be cabled so there is lower latency between the trades, so no wifi or other shenanigans, and with a good speed and stability, I used those expensive enterprise class connections
     
    Karamazovmm, Apr 11, 2013
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  4. katalin_2003

    katalin_2003 NBR Spectre Super Moderator

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    Yep, here:
    forum.desktopreview.com
     
    katalin_2003, Apr 11, 2013
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