EkosDeux

Welcome back!!!

Anyways, its been about two and half years since my last computer upgrade. I know what you are thinking, so? Well, I like to think I’m a techie of sorts and like having a machine that can keep up. Also, last semester (my first here at LSU) I broke up with windows… More of a still friends thing though. I still require its use for AutoCAD, Solid Works and other software that is still somehow windows only.
I wanted to assemble a machine that would be capable of handling anything I could throw at it, and boot multiple operating systems. Yes, we all know what that means… I wanted it to be able to run Vista 64, ubuntu 9.04 64 and the golden child of them all CENSORED

First, I did research looking to the two options I could find. The first was OSx86 Project, but unfortunately I did not feel I had the technical expertise to tackle this… Yet (Planning on tackling this later). Second, was the perfect solution, the EFI-X module. This USB module allows the user to install different operating systems directly from the DVD. Perfect!!!
The EFI-X module attaches to an USB port in your computer and simulates an EFI environment for operating systems to run unaltered.

Visiting their site and following their recommended components list, I ordered my parts from NewEgg because they offer great service, and fast shipping. The components were as followed:

Case: Antec Mini P180

Mother Board: DFI LP JR P45-T2RS Micro ATX Intel Motherboard

Procesor: Intel Core 2 Quad Q8300 2.5GHz

Memory: 2 G.SKILL PI Black 4GB (2 x 2GB) 240-Pin (PC2 6400) for 8 GB Total


Video Card: XFX GeForce 9800 GT


Main HDD: 3 Seagate Barracuda 250GB(750GB Total)

DVD Drive: SONY DVD+RW

I am still thinking about the backup drives, as there are a couple of options I am researching.

This is it for now folks, but don’t fret more is to come. Leave a comment and let me know what you think, or if you have an experiences to share.