My new setup

[ckboddic]

I posted this in the software section but don't seem to be getting much feedback...thought I might as well post here since I know I'll be playing a lot of one table Pacific tournaments. I'd like to hear what you think of the computer I just bought (strictly for poker) and if there is anything I can do to improve it (by adding more RAM or something....don't know too much about laptops). A few questions:
1. How many tables should I be able to play at the same time?
2. Will I be able to multitable and run software like Poker Tracker or GT at the same time?
3. Will I be able to run Party Poker and Pacific at the same time?
4. Is there anything I can do to improve the Internet connection (better modem or wireless or something?)
5. What else can I do to improve this computer?
I'd like to hear what y'all have to say about the computer.
Here's the link...it's a Dell Dimension 8200:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll...53469&rd=1

[xLukex]

Bigger/faster hard drive.

[Scuba Chuck]

post this in the zoo. You'll get the responses you're looking for there.

[Phoenix1010]

The Internet forum under General Gambling (the Zoo) will probably help you out with this. Also, I automatically ignore everyone who uses the spade icon in their titles, but you don't have many posts so it's ok.

-Phoenix

[jgunnip]

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I automatically ignore everyone who uses the spade icon in their titles

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haha, I usually do too! damn unnecessary attention getters. [img]/images/graemlins/spade.gif[/img]

[sahala]

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1. How many tables should I be able to play at the same time?


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Limited by software and site policy, not hardware. A bigger monitor, or additional monitors helps nicely.


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3. Will I be able to run Party Poker and Pacific at the same time?


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Yes.

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4. Is there anything I can do to improve the Internet connection (better modem or wireless or something?)


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If you're really concerned about it, call up your ISP and ask them if they offer a pipe with guaranteed reliability, although the extra expense probably isn't worth it. I'm on Speakeasy DSL, which is reliable as is but if the connection dies mid tournament I can always switch to dial-up (included). If this happens I'm still pretty pissy though.

Since you're going with a laptop, definitely get wireless set up. It will let you adjust to a more comfortable environment (ie. a couch or sitting on a patio). Wireless also helps with bathroom and kitchen runs while still keeping an eye on the hand.

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5. What else can I do to improve this computer?


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Looks good, although honestly I'd like to see an argument for why computer specs on a dedicated poker computer make that much of a difference in ROI in STTs. I'd say poker related software takes up about 1% of active computing/networking resources, even taking into account massive PokerTracker imports.

[ckboddic]

Thanks everybody. Haha, I'll be careful with the spades. Sahala, how can I set up wireless on this computer? What specifically do I need to buy that will be compatible with this dell...another modem?? I'll be using the computer in the library and my dorm...both have pretty decent connections.