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Check NAS performance needs for gaming or graphics tasks.

Check NAS performance needs for gaming or graphics tasks.

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AlperMogulYT
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07-09-2016, 12:05 PM
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I am building a NAS with a Xeon D-1521 processor (4c/8t, 6M Cache, 2.40-2.70 GHz). Here's my part list so far: SUPERMICRO MBD-X10SDV-4C-TLN2F-O Intel Xeon D-1521 Mini ITX Server Motherboard Lian Li PC-Q25 Case 16GB RAM MEM-DR416L-CV02-ER24 CORSAIR RMi Series RM650i 650W 80 PLUS GOLD Noctua NF-A14 iPPC-3000 PWM, 140mm PWM,AAO Frame Technology and SSO2 Bearing Fan Noctua NF-F12 iPPC-3000 PWM Fan with Focused Flow™ and SSO2 Bearing Supermicro Heat Sink with retention back plane (SNK-C0057A4L) As you can see I am putting a decent amount of cooling in there, I will be replacing the stock passive heatsink with one with a fan. I have never really been a big gamer, however I like to occasionally play these titles when I get nostalgic: Starcraft I (1998) Hitman: Codename 47 (2000) American McGee's Alice (2000) Vampire: The Masquerade - Redemption (2000) Hitman 2: Silent Assassin (2002) Warcraft III (2002) Hitman: Contracts (2004) Hitman: Blood Money (2006) Alice: Madness Returns (2011) Hitman: Absolution (2012) I am fairly certain I will be able to easily run those titles, however I also would like to try Hitman (2016). Would I be able to run Hitman 2016 if I got a proper graphics card? Is there anyway I would be able to run it at 1080p on high settings? I never plaid this title, but I would like to try it out and have a good experience. What graphics card is recommended (if possible)? It has to be compact to fit in the Lian Li PC-Q25 Case. This will be my first build since 2008.
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07-09-2016, 12:05 PM #1

I am building a NAS with a Xeon D-1521 processor (4c/8t, 6M Cache, 2.40-2.70 GHz). Here's my part list so far: SUPERMICRO MBD-X10SDV-4C-TLN2F-O Intel Xeon D-1521 Mini ITX Server Motherboard Lian Li PC-Q25 Case 16GB RAM MEM-DR416L-CV02-ER24 CORSAIR RMi Series RM650i 650W 80 PLUS GOLD Noctua NF-A14 iPPC-3000 PWM, 140mm PWM,AAO Frame Technology and SSO2 Bearing Fan Noctua NF-F12 iPPC-3000 PWM Fan with Focused Flow™ and SSO2 Bearing Supermicro Heat Sink with retention back plane (SNK-C0057A4L) As you can see I am putting a decent amount of cooling in there, I will be replacing the stock passive heatsink with one with a fan. I have never really been a big gamer, however I like to occasionally play these titles when I get nostalgic: Starcraft I (1998) Hitman: Codename 47 (2000) American McGee's Alice (2000) Vampire: The Masquerade - Redemption (2000) Hitman 2: Silent Assassin (2002) Warcraft III (2002) Hitman: Contracts (2004) Hitman: Blood Money (2006) Alice: Madness Returns (2011) Hitman: Absolution (2012) I am fairly certain I will be able to easily run those titles, however I also would like to try Hitman (2016). Would I be able to run Hitman 2016 if I got a proper graphics card? Is there anyway I would be able to run it at 1080p on high settings? I never plaid this title, but I would like to try it out and have a good experience. What graphics card is recommended (if possible)? It has to be compact to fit in the Lian Li PC-Q25 Case. This will be my first build since 2008.

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Geartator
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07-09-2016, 04:31 PM
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You can run at top performance using your current setup. A GTX1060 with 6GB should handle high settings smoothly, maintaining around 60fps.
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Geartator
07-09-2016, 04:31 PM #2

You can run at top performance using your current setup. A GTX1060 with 6GB should handle high settings smoothly, maintaining around 60fps.

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07-09-2016, 10:39 PM
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Noted, the system needs an i5-2500K with a boosted 1GHz clock and no HyperThreading. The D-1521 offers better passmark scores but I’m unsure if that translates to gaming performance. It’ll be interesting to see how well Hitman 2016 runs across multiple cores.
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07-09-2016, 10:39 PM #3

Noted, the system needs an i5-2500K with a boosted 1GHz clock and no HyperThreading. The D-1521 offers better passmark scores but I’m unsure if that translates to gaming performance. It’ll be interesting to see how well Hitman 2016 runs across multiple cores.

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07-10-2016, 05:04 AM
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This reminded me the graphics card would likely be the limiting factor rather than the processor.
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gafor123
07-10-2016, 05:04 AM #4

This reminded me the graphics card would likely be the limiting factor rather than the processor.

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07-10-2016, 12:27 PM
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It would really help if you could enjoy high/maximum performance with smooth frame rates above 30fps. Are you certain the GTX1060 with 6GB is the right choice? I don’t want to overload your system when it’s already limited by your CPU.
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07-10-2016, 12:27 PM #5

It would really help if you could enjoy high/maximum performance with smooth frame rates above 30fps. Are you certain the GTX1060 with 6GB is the right choice? I don’t want to overload your system when it’s already limited by your CPU.

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07-21-2016, 09:41 AM
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In addition, finding the right cooler can be challenging. Most aftermarket units don’t fit snugly in the same way. You’ll have to measure carefully, look for a tight fit, and then get creative with your setup.
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07-21-2016, 09:41 AM #6

In addition, finding the right cooler can be challenging. Most aftermarket units don’t fit snugly in the same way. You’ll have to measure carefully, look for a tight fit, and then get creative with your setup.

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07-22-2016, 08:17 PM
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Thank you for your note. The replacement cooler is from Supermicro, model SNK-C0057A4L. I thought it might be useful to include this info. I'm also a bit worried about space around the Lian Li PC-Q25 case.
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07-22-2016, 08:17 PM #7

Thank you for your note. The replacement cooler is from Supermicro, model SNK-C0057A4L. I thought it might be useful to include this info. I'm also a bit worried about space around the Lian Li PC-Q25 case.

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