I’d definitely try to squeeze an M.2 drive in there if the budget allows it. Having that extra speed makes a massive difference when I'm grinding through video files. I also looked into those boards with built-in USB 3.0, but they end up eating up another slot, which isn't ideal for me—especially since I already have to sacrifice one just for a Wi-Fi card, which most of these boards don't even include by default.
I see you both went with an ASUS board. Do you guys actually think it's a step up from ASRock? I've seen some really solid reviews for the Extreme 4 and 6 models.
Since I've been working on Apple computers for years, I have to admit I'm pretty behind when it comes to the PC world. I'm looking for some help putting together a new build (just the tower, no peripherals). This machine is going to be my workstation for video editing, specifically using Adobe Creative Cloud and DaVinci Resolve (which relies heavily on the GPU), plus a ton of rendering and file conversions. After doing some digging and weighing my options, I've decided to go with an Intel Core i7-5820K. For the graphics card, I'll start with an Nvidia Geforce GTX 970 gaming 4 GB 4 G Crucial, though I’m planning to upgrade to a 980ti or an Nvidia Titan within the next year or two. I've put together a rough draft of what the build might look like, but I could really use some advice because there are quite a few things I'm clueless about. For instance, which power supply should I pick? What kind of CPU cooler works best? Also, does having RAM with a higher clock speed actually make a difference, or is it negligible? And are there any specific brands I should stay away from right now? Basically, any suggestions are welcome! My budget is around $2,500, and I'd prefer not to go much over that. I pulled this list together using Micro Center since they seem to have a great selection, but I'm not married to buying everything from them. If I pay in cash, I can get a 10% discount on the price shown in the photo, which brings it right to where I wanted to be.
Thanks! I see you’re also eyeing that Dell 24ea53vq—it’s definitely been stuck in my head too. It’s my top pick so far. On paper, the Samsung looks pretty tempting, but I can't stop thinking about that extra screen real estate on the Dell; that slight bump in diagonal size really makes a difference. My one big question is whether a 27" monitor at this resolution actually holds up in person, or if it’s just too much pixelation for everyday work.
It’s actually not an issue with the software, but rather a setting on the monitor itself—it needs to support 1:1 pixel mapping. I'm talking about when you hook up a console that outputs a resolution higher than HD
I'm looking to pick up a new monitor and I've got a few things I'm stuck on, so I'd love some advice from the pros here 🙂 Right now my desk is a total mess because I've got an old 20" iMac sitting above a 26" LCD (only 720p) that I use for my PS3. I just got a new PC setup, and my big goal is to declutter everything and run it all through one single monitor. Ideally, I need something with HDMI plus either DisplayPort or DVI. An IPS panel would be great, and built-in speakers are a plus, though I can easily sort that out later if needed. My budget is around $833, and I’ll probably use it about 70% for PC work and 30% for the PS3 My first dilemma is size: should I go with 23/24" or jump up to 27"? Since I game, I'm leaning toward the 27", but I'm worried that might be too large for a 1920x1080 resolution—I don't want the pixel pitch to feel too chunky while I'm working on the computer Second question: 16:10 or 16:9 aspect ratio? For productivity, I'd love 16:10, but I've noticed some Dell monitors don't handle HD resolutions very well—they just stretch the image to fill the whole screen. Does anyone know of a 16:10 monitor that handles 1080p or 720p properly by adding black bars at the top and bottom instead of stretching it? A few models have caught my eye, so if anyone has experience with them, please let me know 🙂 LG 24ea53vq or the 27" version Asus vs278q—not an IPS, but it has speakers and pretty decent reviews AOC i2369vm or the 27" version. These AOC models seem to check all my boxes: IPS (looks like they use LG panels based on what I've read), built-in speakers, etc. The price is also great, I'm just a bit hesitant because I haven't seen many deep-dive reviews Sorry for the long post and any typos; I'm typing this on my phone while away on vacation 🙂
Drew Gray4, do you have any lockers at your office where you can stash that suit? 8.1 miles You definitely won't be comfortable riding in a suit. I have the same setup and there's just no way you aren't going to break a sweat, unless you're planning on a two-hour commute while pedaling at a snail's pace of 6km/h. 😁
Alexander Kern42 said:People might not even realize just how ineffective that kind of security actually is. 🤷
I think that’s exactly where we go wrong—people assume that because it's locked up, it's safe. 🤷 I feel like I’ve brought this up in another thread before, but a guy I work with occasionally lives in NY; he bikes everywhere there, and he mentioned to me how much more secure things seem compared to here, noting that bikes around our area are barely protected at all—and honestly, hardly anyone even carries a light when riding at night. 😁
People steal pretty much anything worth more than $167, so there’s no sense in stressing over it. Just grab any decent U-lock and you'll sleep a lot better at night. I actually use the exact one Alexander Kern42 suggested in his previous post, and honestly, I haven't had a single issue with it. If I were planning on leaving my bike out in the open for long stretches, I'd probably invest in something even beefier, but for what I need, it does the job just fine.
Jeffrey Garcia6, it’s not paranoia, but honestly, that cable isn't going to do much for you. You should really take a look at the thread about stolen bikes 😉
We’re just a small crew of six people renting space in a building with its own garage, so our bikes stay tucked away safely inside. The only time I ever get a little paranoid is worrying that someone forgot to lock the garage door, though luckily, that hasn't actually happened yet.
Nathan Castillo8 said:Is nobody else riding their bike to work? :=)
Oh, I definitely do, every single day 16 miles! Now that the weather has finally settled down a bit, I’m really hoping I won't have to rely on my car at least until September. It honestly feels like the number of commuters on our roads has shot up lately, and—just like I mentioned in another thread—I'm seeing way more helmets out there than I used to. 👍
What kind of bike are you planning to put this on? Is it actually designed for disc brakes? And what makes you jump straight to Shimano SLX? By the way, if I were you, I'd probably just service the brakes you already have. If they aren't stopping you properly, something's definitely off—you likely just need some fresh pads, a good bleed, or maybe just some lube on the cables. A little TLC usually does the trick.
frozengardener8, please send me that contact info if you track it down! I didn't even think to check the general listings; I've just been scouring eBay. 😁
It just won't budge. It’s clearly not an adhesive, so definitely be careful when you start peeling any stickers off. Right now, I'm hunting for a new sticker to cover up the mess. Honestly, thank god I started with the smallest one first 🤦
Yeah, this definitely doesn't look like standard adhesive. I tried stripping the decals off the fork, and that stuff just dissolved after about thirty seconds of rubbing it with alcohol. I’m going to try hitting it with a heat gun tomorrow, but honestly, I feel like I might have messed up that section already. Thank goodness it’s just down there and not spread over a huge area. I really don't get what kind of decals these even are. If they were supposed to be clear-coated, how did I peel them off so easily? One corner actually started lifting on its own, which is why I started picking at it. And what is this leftover residue even supposed to be? Some kind of lacquer base? I think I'll shoot an email over to Sysco to see what they have to say about it. :/
I’m trying to peel these decals off my bike, but they just won't budge. I'm a little nervous about using anything too harsh, like acetone, because I really don't want to mess up the finish. The bike has this matte dark gray/black, textured look (it's a 2011 Sysco Terreno 400), and while the decal itself came off pretty easily, there's this weird, smooth film left behind underneath—probably just leftover adhesive—and rubbing it with alcohol isn't doing a thing. Here are a few photos so you can see what the sticker looks like and what kind of residue is left. Maybe someone else has dealt with this before and knows the best way to strip it off? I'm really hoping I haven't messed anything up... I know some manufacturers paint right over the decals, but since these popped off so easily, I'm assuming that's not the case here.
Nathan Castillo8 and my "usual" pace is about 35-40 minutes for the same distance. It’s tough to push much faster when you have to navigate through city traffic, though. :/
By the way, has anyone ever thought about building a bike path right alongside the railroad tracks to cut straight through the city from east to west? I don't take the train myself, but my wife has been commuting daily for the last few months, and she mentioned how convenient it would be to have a dedicated bike lane running right next to the tracks. Now, the big question is: who actually owns that land? Is it even legal to build something that close to the rail lines, or would there be too many restrictions? 🤷
