an impressive machine to last 3 to 5 years?

[richprice]

Hello pro users, I wanted to get your input on this setup I am considering buying . I am going to use this primarily for hd video editing, large photo editing, running parallels and windows gaming. I want this system to last me a good 3 to 5 years and in my head this sounds pretty powerful just wanted to get your opinion.

Refurbished Mac Pro 2.8GHz 8-Core Intel Xeon $2400.00
16 gb of iram (4x4) $400.00
4 1 tb Samsung Spinpoint drives $350.00
Geforce Gtx 285 $500.00
Refurb 24" led Apple Cinema Display $700.00
Total Price as of July 7th $4350.00

 

[techfreak85]

oh yea thats going to last u a long time. im jelous.
i have an imac thats coming up on 2 years and is great so a machine of that caliber will def. last that long.

 

[SolidGun]

I have a Powerbook G4 that I still use regularly. I upgrade every year, but I always find uses for old Mac stuff.

That set up should last you 3 years easy. But that is considering that you don't want the latest items like some of addicts. My MacPro that I just added 3 weeks ago should outlive all other computers I have now, but I hope to upgrade it in 2 years.

 

[Umbongo]

You can't use the Apple 24" LED with the GTX 285.

 

[G5Unit]

You'll definitely be fine with that system, my PowerMac G5 Single 1.8Ghz is now 6 years old and is still great for light video editing and.

 

[Zerozal]

You can't use the Apple 24" LED with the GTX 285.

Ditto this. To the OP: there is no adapter avialable to go from DVI out on your GTX285 to a mini displayport in on your 24" LED display. If you are set on using that card, you'll have to get a DVI monitor. Or, if you are set on using the 24" LED, you'll have to get either the Nvidia GT120 or the ATI 4870 card.

 

[richprice]

Thanks for the heads up on the cinema display. I must say thats a disappointment.

 

[iTris666]

You might want to check out the HP 2475w, I use it with my penryn Mac pro.

Pros :
- Good S-IPS panel ( not a crappy TN, as most today's displays )
- Everything you might need as input : 2x DVI, Display Port, HDMI, Composite and component.
- PIP on composite and component input. Handy for video cameras.

Cons :
- Bulky.
- Not ugly but not as good looking as an Apple product.