Thanks for the recommendations! I will forgo the expense of the dual core processor and maximize the RAM. One last question: When choosing the cpu, there are options regarding the amount of L2 Cache (1 vs 2 MB) Does the extra L2 Cache increase Ansys performance?
thanks again,
TJ
Thanks for the info. I'd like to upgrade to a 64bit system, but I still use alot of 32 bit applications. I'm also not sure if there are 64 bit drivers for all my 'old' peripherals. Or am I missing any obvious solution?
TJ
I'm in the process of configuring a new system to run Ansys, and I'm wondering if the Pentium D Dual Core cpu is better or worse than the Xeon chips? Does Ansys take advantage of the dual core processor?
thanks, TJ