Suggestions for new PC computer/backup system

[linda carlson]

Need latest information & suggestions for purchasing new desktop and back up system. I have external hard drives

for photo storage.

[Uhooru]

I think if you just click on the computer catagory on the right, you will see many threads on this. That will give you a good start.

[Uhooru]

I meant on the right side of the front page of the forum, not on this page. Sorry:)

[jason_burke]

Hi Linda,

 

It's very hard to recommend a computer system based on your limited post. Are you a pro? An amateur? What software do you use? If you are a Pro, the a faster quad core CPU is a great place to start, with a 64 bit OS and 4 - 8 GB of RAM. For non-pro use, a dual core CPU and 2 GB of RAM is great.

 

As for storage, how many photographs do you currently have (in GB) and how much do you add in a month (in GB).

 

Let me know!

 

JJ

[linda carlson]

Hi Jason,

Thanks for responding. I am not a "pro" in the strictest terms, I would describe myself as an advanced amateur. I shoot anywhere from 4-12 gigs of photos in most months and use CS3 for editing and manipulating photographs. I have 3 additional 500gb external drives for storage. In a new system I want to go to a RAID system for backup. I struggle with the more technical aspects of the Digital Darkroom, simple is better for me. Also, I'm not interested in going the MAC route.

 

Thanks in advance for any tips.

Lina