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February 3rd, 2019 05:00
PC Upgrading for programming and run fast smooth any time
If you all know that the parts of PC which runs the computer fast and run without hanging so tell me those parts of pc which make PC smooth for programming internet using
Spec my PC
Dell 9010
i5 2400
4GB ddr3 1333 mhz
500GB hard disk
Bill-UK
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February 3rd, 2019 08:00
Have you considered installing an SSD ? This will make the biggest improvement to the responsiveness of any PC.
Samsung 860 evo and Crucial MX500 are popular and should work with any computer. I've never had any issues with Crucial SSDs in my various Dells.
You have not said what model of 9010 you own - SFF, DT or MT. You will need to consider how to mount the SSD inside the 9010.
Later, you could replace your i5-2400 with an i7-3770 cpu - fastest cpu for 7010/9010.
minervamcdonalds
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February 5th, 2019 03:00
However, before upgrading the CPU, I would seriously consider adding 4 GB or RAM, for a total of 8 GB. Windows, even in basic tasks these days, can be quite hungry. Even just browsing the internet and editing documents I'm constantly using more than 4 GB on my machines.
As the "final touch", the CPU upgrade.
Da_Vinman
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February 5th, 2019 05:00
The best bang for the buck:
240GB SSD ($30 - keep the 500GB as a data drive)
8GB DDR3 ($20 for additional 4GB)
Leave the CPU alone. (too much work and money for too little return - i.e. i7-2700 = $100-$200 used)
If you're looking at upgrading the CPU, you would be much further ahead to just buy a newer system from Dell Refurb. Right now Dell is selling Optiplex 7020 refurbs with a Core i5 Quad (i5-4590) 3.30 GHz for $159. A much, much, much better deal than upgrading your CPU.
Plato1960
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February 6th, 2019 05:00
Da_Vinman posted: "Right now Dell is selling Optiplex 7020 refurbs with a Core i5 Quad (i5-4590) 3.30 GHz for $159."
Where do you see that? Post a link because I don't see Dell selling ANY desktop refurbs for less than $300 on their website, home or office sales.
Da_Vinman
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February 6th, 2019 06:00
Right on the front page is says "Dell Optiplex 7010 Starting at $129" but this stuff can go fast.
https://www.dellrefurbished.com/desktop-computers
Also, I noticed that today Dell is having a 40% off sale of Optiplex 7020 Desktops, so this is a good time to buy:
For a Limited Time: 40% off OptiPlex 7020 Desktops, free ground. Use Coupon: 7020DEAL40
https://www.dellrefurbished.com/desktop-computers?filter_model=1564
Plato1960
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February 6th, 2019 08:00
10-4, thanks for the link.