Help ordering a new computer

jjonsalt · 04-02-2009, 06:18 PM

If I buy a 64 bit computer (currently I have 32 bit), could I still use my current printers and scanner? Given a choice between 8GB Dual Channel or 2GB CORSAIR DOMINATOR (no difference in cost) which does one choose if dosen't play games but is into photo editing (PhotoShop)?

**simpswr** · 04-02-2009, 06:24 PM

Check the printer and scanner manufacturers website to see if they have 64 bit drivers

**koala** · 04-03-2009, 06:42 AM

Do you mean a 64 bit CPU (processor chip) or a 64 bit operating system (Windows, Linux)?

What make is the 8gb RAM that's the same price as the 2gb Corsair?

jjonsalt · 04-03-2009, 08:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by koala

Do you mean a 64 bit CPU (processor chip) or a 64 bit operating system (Windows, Linux)?

What make is the 8gb RAM that's the same price as the 2gb Corsair?

CPU and OS would be 64 bit. I don't know what brand the RAM would be. I guess whatever Dell is using at the moment.

**koala** · 04-03-2009, 08:55 AM

As simpswr says, check online to see if 64 bit drivers are available for your devices.

If you're using the computer for photo editing and working with large multi-layered files, then the amount of RAM is more important than its speed. Try and get some details about the 8gb RAM, then compare them to the Corsair, or post back if you don't understand the clock speeds and other numbers.

jjonsalt · 04-03-2009, 11:48 AM

I have found Vista 64 bit drivers for both of my printers. There dosen't seem to be one for my scanner. I really don't want to replace my scanner, it cost too much and does what I need doing (film/slides) very well. I guess I'll look around for a 32 bit computer. Much thanks

**koala** · 04-03-2009, 12:12 PM

You can still go for a 64 bit CPU, even if you use a 32 bit operating system.

jjonsalt · 04-03-2009, 12:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by koala

You can still go for a 64 bit CPU, even if you use a 32 bit operating system.

Yes,I understand. However Dell does not do that. They don't do other things either, such as a third HD. I had to install my own third HD with the last Dell I got, no big deal.

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jjonsalt Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Posts: 77 OS: Vista 64 bit	Help ordering a new computer If I buy a 64 bit computer (currently I have 32 bit), could I still use my current printers and scanner? Given a choice between 8GB Dual Channel or 2GB CORSAIR DOMINATOR (no difference in cost) which does one choose if dosen't play games but is into photo editing (PhotoShop)?

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koala Moderator Hardware Team Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: UK Posts: 12,381 OS: XP/7/Ubuntu My System	Re: Help ordering a new computer As simpswr says, check online to see if 64 bit drivers are available for your devices. If you're using the computer for photo editing and working with large multi-layered files, then the amount of RAM is more important than its speed. Try and get some details about the 8gb RAM, then compare them to the Corsair, or post back if you don't understand the clock speeds and other numbers. __________________ New members: Subscribe to your thread (Thread Tools) to receive an instant email notification when you get a reply. TSF Folding@Home Team 85015 - details here

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jjonsalt Registered User Join Date: Jan 2007 Posts: 77 OS: Vista 64 bit	Re: Help ordering a new computer I have found Vista 64 bit drivers for both of my printers. There dosen't seem to be one for my scanner. I really don't want to replace my scanner, it cost too much and does what I need doing (film/slides) very well. I guess I'll look around for a 32 bit computer. Much thanks

04-03-2009, 12:12 PM	#7 (permalink)
koala Moderator Hardware Team Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: UK Posts: 12,381 OS: XP/7/Ubuntu My System	Re: Help ordering a new computer You can still go for a 64 bit CPU, even if you use a 32 bit operating system. __________________ New members: Subscribe to your thread (Thread Tools) to receive an instant email notification when you get a reply. TSF Folding@Home Team 85015 - details here