What kinda CPU usage do you guys average?I run 20 2MP, 3MP and 4MP cameras on an i7-3770 and BI runs great. However, I would most definitely take BP2008's advise and go with an i7 4790 or 6700 to enjoy the benefits of BI hardware acceleration.
It's simple - just get an i5-3570 or higher with 8GB of memory. With those cameras and settings, Windows 8 or Windows 10 running with hardware-decoding enabled in BI, should put you around 50% CPU usage on the 4-thread CPU.Looking for some hardware recommendations for a system that will run 16-20 3MP Hikvision cameras, Direct2Disk, 15fps, and motion detection on half to 3/4 of the cameras. Thanks!
Unless he's looking for a new system, a CPU like your 3770 is fine. Many 3rd-gen i5 and i7 systems are available used around $150, which would handle at least 30 cameras with headroom to spare.I run 20 2MP, 3MP and 4MP cameras on an i7-3770 and BI runs great. However, I would most definitely take BP2008's advise and go with an i7 4790 or 6700 to enjoy the benefits of BI hardware acceleration.
That is a bad deal....you can get Dell optiplex for less...or a skylake optiplex for a few dollars more.Thanks for the input everyone. Currently looking at this system unless I can find a better deal.
I agree with others - not a good price. That system is 2-years old. I recently picked up an identical, but 8GB memory, "used" business-class i7-4790 system for $240. It even came with a mid-range workstation graphics card (not useful for BI, but could be an easy sell for $50+)Thanks for the input everyone. Currently looking at this system unless I can find a better deal.
That is a crazy deal!I recently picked up an identical, but 8GB memory, "used" business-class i7-4790 system for $240. It even came with a mid-range workstation graphics card (not useful for BI, but could be an easy sell for $50+)
My guess is that they are "open box" systems. My machine looked -- for all intents and purposes -- brand spankin' new; it came with NCS bro.Are there specs to outline what "refurbished" means for these computers?
I guess "refurb" always makes me a little hesitant but probably no reason to be with a 3 yr warranty.
Refurb itself doesn't mean much now days. Manufacturer refurb normally looks new. Everything else is basically used.Are there specs to outline what "refurbished" means for these computers?
I guess "refurb" always makes me a little hesitant but probably no reason to be with a 3 yr warranty.