HVX HD capable computer

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DeadEyesSmiling

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Hello,

I'm looking at getting a computer to handle the HVX's HD at 1080i. I'm going to be purchacing the Adobe Production Suite CS3 Professional version and running those programs on the computer with Raylight for Premiere.

The computer I'm looking at getting is the Gateway GM 5478 (http://www.gateway.com/retail/gm5478.php) for starters.

I'd like to then add 2 more GB of RAM bringing it to 4GB total and also get a nice 512MB Video Card with Dual DVI output.

I'm using this for my video production business, mostly doing weddings, corporate presentations and short films/music videos. I'll be doing minor 3D work in After Effects, but nothing beyond that. I don't yet own an HVX, but my current computer is crapping out on me and I need to get another one. I'd like it to be buff enough to handle the sweetness that the HVX brings, but I don't know if I'm shooting too low for a fully capable system.

I'd love some advice on this setup, as well as on which Video Card would be a good one to go with. From what I've seen, it looks like there are 512MB Cards available from $99.00-$1,049.00, and I'm not really sure what the difference will make for what I'm doing.

While I'm asking, if anyone knows of a good Dual DVI KVM switch, advice on that would be appreciated as well.

Thanks ahead of time for any help or advice you can lend.

-DES
 
After a cursory review of the specs,

After a cursory review of the specs,

my impulsive reactions are:
be careful of this claim:
DirectX® 10, BluRay/HD-DVD Capable
The key word is "capable". That seldom translates into the particular machine being "feature ready." You may have to buy some option, e.g. hardware or software, (a B-R burner), before you can use any feature that the machine is "capable" of.

Do you really need a TV tuner?

Lastly, I didn't see mention of a PCMCIA slot. If I understand things correctly, many newer machines are coming out without PCMCIA slots, which, I'm almost certain, allows you to insert a P2 card right into the machine, negating the need to connect the cam to the computer via 1394. (Though I think there is also a device or "converter" of some kind that might allow a way around that. Others here would know more about that).

Again, this is after only a cursory review.

Good luck with it.

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