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August 20th, 2010, 08:39 PM | #16 |
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As already suggested, other than adding RAM, you're pretty much maxed out.
What I would look into, if I was limited to this hardware, would be another software. Adobe CS3 will not do a good job editing AVCHD - you might be able to play back in real time your footage on the timeline, but probably only without any effects. Once you apply effects, there will be no more real time playback. Not sure what else is available out there, but for $200 you can pick up Edius Neo, and for the casual editor that will provide everything needed, including some phenomenal optimizations for AVCHD. Go download the trial and see for yourself. Others might be able to suggest other programs as well. I hope this helps, |
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And not all i7 systems are equal. In fact, an i7-8xx system on Socket LGA1156 with a P55 chipset is lackluster at best even when highly overclocked because of its limited memory and DMI/QPI bandwidth. Finally, I would not recommend any more RAM on the OP's current system. This is because the cheapest worthwhile 4GB dual-channel DDR2 memory kits are now more expensive than many of the good-quality 4GB DDR3-1333 dual-channel memory kits. That alone makes upgrading RAM on an older DDR2 system uneconomical. |
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If I can find a way to get a hold of the processor from Microcenter, I may grab that. Otherwise, I'm saving for an i5 setup. Thankyou again everyone for the advice, without you I would be on a downhill course. JS |
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