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Deek510:
Hi everybody,
I've been lurking these boards for probably a few years now. I REALLY want to get started on my cabinet build (most likely a 4-player cab), but I want to get all the hardware and software up first. Currently I'm on a mac (so can't use this) and I'm looking to get some specs on a pc build. As stated in the subject, I'm completely helpless when it comes to building computers. If any of you guys would be kind enough to help me out with a list of recommendations, I would be so grateful. I've really not wanted to ask this question because it feels like I'm saying, "hey guys, figure this out and tell me what to build", almost cheating... but through all my searching, I haven't really found what I'm looking for.  :-\

Now that that's out of the way.. I plan on using Hyperspin and mostly playing older games, but I'd like the option of running anything smooth; SF4, MK6, etc, so I'm planning on getting a video card. Shooting games would be a plus but definitely not a necessity, I'm looking more for 4 player games than anything else. I'm not saying money isn't an issue, I'd definitely like to keep it as cheap as possible, but I'm willing to spend money. Hopefully I don't get roasted for being so clueless, I just came to a breaking point of frustration trying to make sense of it all  :banghead: :dizzy:

Any input is appreciated. Thanks again.
-David

hypernova:
If you're willing to spend "money", we need "money" to be defined.  The newer games will need something a little heftier on the power, which of course translates into a higher price, as you'll need the processor and video cards to handle them.

Deek510:
I'd like to keep it under 1000, but I'd probably go up to 1500 before I tap out.

shponglefan:
You should be able to put together a more than able system for between $500-1000.

Heck, I'm using a 5 year-old PC and can run SF4 and MK9 without any major hiccups.

SpatzST:

--- Quote from: Deek510 on June 08, 2014, 08:19:11 pm ---Hi everybody,
I've been lurking these boards for probably a few years now. I REALLY want to get started on my cabinet build (most likely a 4-player cab), but I want to get all the hardware and software up first. Currently I'm on a mac (so can't use this) and I'm looking to get some specs on a pc build. As stated in the subject, I'm completely helpless when it comes to building computers. If any of you guys would be kind enough to help me out with a list of recommendations, I would be so grateful. I've really not wanted to ask this question because it feels like I'm saying, "hey guys, figure this out and tell me what to build", almost cheating... but through all my searching, I haven't really found what I'm looking for.  :-\

Now that that's out of the way.. I plan on using Hyperspin and mostly playing older games, but I'd like the option of running anything smooth; SF4, MK6, etc, so I'm planning on getting a video card. Shooting games would be a plus but definitely not a necessity, I'm looking more for 4 player games than anything else. I'm not saying money isn't an issue, I'd definitely like to keep it as cheap as possible, but I'm willing to spend money. Hopefully I don't get roasted for being so clueless, I just came to a breaking point of frustration trying to make sense of it all  :banghead: :dizzy:

Any input is appreciated. Thanks again.
-David

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not sure if you want to get a dedicated computer for your cabinet, but I have a Macbook Pro and I just installed Windows with bootcamp, its super easy if you have a windows disc.  You can have both windows and OSX running on the same machine.  Cheaper than buying a new dedicated PC assuming your mac can handle it.

-chris

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