Hi,
This will be the first time I am building my own computer and am still a little lost after reading the threads (I didnt realise there is so much information to take in).
I need a new computer to optimise/model/back-test trading systems using a 32 bit program called metatrader. The problem is that when metatrader is optimising or back-testing, it runs the processor at 100% until it is complete.
And, obviously, a slower processor will take longer to complete the model....
Even though metatrader is a 32 bit program, I can install multiple versions on the computer and model different parameters on the same computer. For this reason, I was thinking of getting a quad core processor (and have a slight bias towards AMD, but am willing to change if needed) so that I can run 3 versions of metatrader and have the final core for my own work (very light... web browsing, MS office etc).
The next problem is that even with a very fast processor, the optimisation can take a few days. Therefore, the computer will be on (effectively) 24/7. Therefore, cooling and power efficiency can be a factor. In addition, I have no where else to put the computer but in someone's bed room (due to lack of space) so need it to be quiet.
I do not have a great need for super graphics and on-board sound card should be sufficient (maybe with an easy access headphone and microphone port if possible for skype etc).
The computer would need to have built in wireless as there is no other way to connect to the internet.
My budget is about £400 for the computer but can stretch up to £500 for an all-in bundle (computer, monitor, mouse, keyboard and windows 7).
If it helps (not sure if it will) but there is a TV in the room but it does not have a computer monitor connector. If possible, it would be beneficial to use this as the display and reduce the number of screens in the room. However, if it can be used, then a TV card would be nice as the TV is not freeview compatible.
I know this is a big ask, but any help would be gratefully received.
Thank you
ASD
This will be the first time I am building my own computer and am still a little lost after reading the threads (I didnt realise there is so much information to take in).
I need a new computer to optimise/model/back-test trading systems using a 32 bit program called metatrader. The problem is that when metatrader is optimising or back-testing, it runs the processor at 100% until it is complete.
And, obviously, a slower processor will take longer to complete the model....
Even though metatrader is a 32 bit program, I can install multiple versions on the computer and model different parameters on the same computer. For this reason, I was thinking of getting a quad core processor (and have a slight bias towards AMD, but am willing to change if needed) so that I can run 3 versions of metatrader and have the final core for my own work (very light... web browsing, MS office etc).
The next problem is that even with a very fast processor, the optimisation can take a few days. Therefore, the computer will be on (effectively) 24/7. Therefore, cooling and power efficiency can be a factor. In addition, I have no where else to put the computer but in someone's bed room (due to lack of space) so need it to be quiet.
I do not have a great need for super graphics and on-board sound card should be sufficient (maybe with an easy access headphone and microphone port if possible for skype etc).
The computer would need to have built in wireless as there is no other way to connect to the internet.
My budget is about £400 for the computer but can stretch up to £500 for an all-in bundle (computer, monitor, mouse, keyboard and windows 7).
If it helps (not sure if it will) but there is a TV in the room but it does not have a computer monitor connector. If possible, it would be beneficial to use this as the display and reduce the number of screens in the room. However, if it can be used, then a TV card would be nice as the TV is not freeview compatible.
I know this is a big ask, but any help would be gratefully received.
Thank you
ASD
