wootipwn's setup

[wootipwn]

Yum. Messy, but you get the point.

Behind
http://img246.imageshack.us/img246/7483/img2668dy2.jpg ('http://imageshack.us')
Installing Windows on Computer3
http://img523.imageshack.us/img523/9039/img2687su4.jpg ('http://imageshack.us')
Somewhat almost AERIAL shot
http://img122.imageshack.us/img122/4900/img2688ju8.jpg ('http://imageshack.us')
Bleh.
http://img122.imageshack.us/img122/9532/img2689yn6.jpg ('http://imageshack.us')
The cases.
http://img155.imageshack.us/img155/7701/img2690nw9.jpg ('http://imageshack.us')

The specs are all identical and as follows:
Antec 300 Black Steel
Intel Pentium e5200 2.5ghz Dual-Core
G. Skill 2gb PC6400 (dual-channel)
Gigabyte GA-G31-S2L
430w Power Supply Thermaltake TR2
250gb Seagate SATA
8800gs XFX 384mb Alpha Dog Edition
19in. Asus VW193T (built-in speakers)
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Saitek Eclipse
Logitech MX518
KOSS SB45
Linksys BEFSR81 8-port switch/router
Linksys WCG200 Cable modem/router
2xErgotron DS100 33-091-200
2xFoldable tables found at local home/garden store (inthiscase"menards")
Black leather office chair found at Staples
Xtrac Ripper Mouse Pad

Other thoughts:
The electric bill isn't going to be a problem in this case... since Uncle Sam pays for the utilities.
Possibly thinking about upgrading from software KVM's to some Vetras... still contemplating.
Thanks for all the info on this site. <3

[mmcookies]

the antec 300 case is an amazing little case (bargain too)
but don't forget to clean the air filter every so often
it's so efficient in stopping dust it will actually clog up and cut your air-intake!

[Youngceo]

Why do some people go 1 computer for each wow client? my little laptop runs 4 easy with the fps capped at 25 or so, or do you need each wow runnin at 60fps+ or something?

I used to 5 box on just my main machine fine however it would run at around 40fps average and its nothing special hardware wise, unless your planning on more than 5 boxing maybe I dunno?

[Hor]

I had the Saitek keyboard a couple of years ago, I still like how they look and the action on the keys is really good, however every Saitek I've encountered has died. I don't know if they're cursed or I am, but I have as much luck with Saitek keyboards as I do with Maxtor hard drives, which is to say absolutely zero. I bought one of the new G15 keyboards a while back and I absolutely love it. In all, I like your setup. I would worry about kicking the cases if it was me. I wonder, what monitor stands are you using? I've been looking for a good one to support my new setup (a pair of 22 wides between a pair of 19s sideways.)

[wootipwn]

Why do some people go 1 computer for each wow client? my little laptop runs 4 easy with the fps capped at 25 or so, or do you need each wow runnin at 60fps+ or something?

I used to 5 box on just my main machine fine however it would run at around 40fps average and its nothing special hardware wise, unless your planning on more than 5 boxing maybe I dunno?It's a personal preference to me, honestly. I know it's overkill on the wow, but as Suvega says, "For hardware for a 5-box setup, I'm a firm believer in 5 computers. Why 5 machines over 1? Performance, latency, reaction time, and Flexability." And since WAR is out, I can multibox WAR no problem. :)
I had the Saitek keyboard a couple of years ago, I still like how they look and the action on the keys is really good, however every Saitek I've encountered has died. I don't know if they're cursed or I am, but I have as much luck with Saitek keyboards as I do with Maxtor hard drives, which is to say absolutely zero. I bought one of the new G15 keyboards a while back and I absolutely love it. In all, I like your setup. I would worry about kicking the cases if it was me. I wonder, what monitor stands are you using? I've been looking for a good one to support my new setup (a pair of 22 wides between a pair of 19s sideways.) I hope the Saitek board lasts longer than you've stated, or else I would be one sad mofo. I forgot to mention that the stands I'm using are Ergotron's DS100 33-091-200. :thumbup:

[pengwynman]

i had a saitek II for awhile, SUPER sturdy kb. i used it when i was really big into FPS's, and that thing took quite a beating from my angry fist, and still works great!

[Ughmahedhurtz]

Don't see how you do that with so little leg room. :P

[wootipwn]

Well, if leg space is ever a problem, simple solution, pull the table out. However I sit awkwardly in my chair most of the time... So no bother :P

[Fizzler]

I was going to say how do you deal with the heat at your feet but I see you are in Minot you just need to crack a window.

I stayed at that Sleep Inn one winter for a week in Minot they had one heck of a water park for a Motel.

[bizcotti4]

how much were each of the systems/power consumption? i need to start hardware boxing but ach, power bills suck teh big oen

[Vyndree]

Why do some people go 1 computer for each wow client? my little laptop runs 4 easy with the fps capped at 25 or so, or do you need each wow runnin at 60fps+ or something?

1) Hardware set-ups will work for new games without fuss. Some software setups are simply keypress-multiplexers, but that doesn't mean the game in question will accomodate software like WoW does. Hardware is reliably cross-platform with no changes.
2) Performance. You cap the FPS. We don't. Your laptop loses power or internet? Our other PCs keep on chugging and we still have a chance of 4-manning whatever we're in combat with. You lag and lose /follow in high-population areas like Shattrath and Dalaran or on epic flyers? We don't. Your bottleneck is your PC -- our bottleneck is our internet connection (and WoW doesn't use much).
3) Upgrades. Let's say WoW updates its graphics like the shadows and such. Will your computer work in 1 more expansion? 2? 3? Each computer is capable of handling a heavier load -- therefore, chances are, we won't have to upgrade it as often (or if we do, we don't have to upgrade to top-of-the-line parts -- yesterday's gcards still give us great FPS since we don't hammer it with 5 windows to process at once).
4) Window space. I've got a 2x3 array of 19" widescreen monitors (5 for WoW windows, 1 for intarweb browsing/wowhead/leveling guides/email). I've got the same resolutions, so I can use a multiplexed mouse for targeting AoEs if I need to, and I can actually read the text on all of my screens.

Just some food for thought. Nothing wrong with Software -- nothing wrong with hardware either. Each have their benefits. We don't get PiP, but we get alot more room to oogle at things so we don't really need it. We don't get a reliable round-robin, but we don't have to worry about ever getting banned (even an accidental false-positive) for running software. It's a trade-off.

[d0z3rr]

Seriously dude, Minot....wow....so sorry.

[Fizzler]

Everyone has the same response in Minot when you say. "How can you deal with this cold."

"The cold keeps the riff raff out" I think they learn that in Elementary School or something.

[Clanked]

Ehh, Minot isn't so bad.

<-- stationed at Eielson :p

[wootipwn]

I have a friend that lives up there, but about 8 hours away from Eielson, daylight... daylight.

[d0z3rr]

I lived in Bismarck for 7 years, went to Minot several times. Have no idea how anyone lives there without blowing their brains out (Bismarck or Minot, shit...any part of ND).

[fubu442]

Do you by chance know a Mark Belisle woot?
Edit- saw your age, i guess Jessica or Joshua Belisle would more suit your age

[bryce]

I have the same case lol. Antec 300 is an awesome case. Next computer I build I'll be using the Antec 900 or 1200 case. Just love them antecs lol.

[wootipwn]

Do you by chance know a Mark Belisle woot?
Edit- saw your age, i guess Jessica or Joshua Belisle would more suit your ageAm not sure... who they are lol.



I have the same case lol. Antec 300 is an awesome case. Next computer I build I'll be using the Antec 900 or 1200 case. Just love them antecs lol.I was planning on making a 6th comp to become the main comp and wanted to make it something Antec 900 or 1200 also. They just fit so nicely, I don't know what it is but they are still SICK.

[fubu442]

Am not sure... who they are lol.
All good, just thought you may have gone to school with either of them, since theres really only 2 highschools, had a 50/50 chance. And since the graduating class is so low, it wouldnt be hard to recognize the name. Did you hear of the highschool kids that robbed a gas station multiple times, and they wore there high school's sweatshirts? i know those kids went to the highschool my cousins did.

[bryce]

I have the same case lol. Antec 300 is an awesome case. Next computer I build I'll be using the Antec 900 or 1200 case. Just love them antecs lol.I was planning on making a 6th comp to become the main comp and wanted to make it something Antec 900 or 1200 also. They just fit so nicely, I don't know what it is but they are still SICK.Yes they are sick. They don't fit under my desk though, they stick out to much. So, right now my current one is on it's side cock-eyed so I don't end up smashing it each time I turn in my chair LOL.