How many players would it be able to hold without lag and at max?
You can't run a server with more than 5 or so people on it with that upload speed. Having a decent upload speed isn't optional when running a server, it is a necessity.
There is no point in buying a server with 0.85Mbps upload speed. It would be a complete waste of money unless you can upgrade your internet plan to have higher upload bandwidth (and judging by your speed results i'd say you're on ADSL2+, meaning you can't unless you can get cable).
A connection like this:
Would be able to sustain a server. Notice the fast(ish) upload speed?
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I'm going to get this computer: http://www.frys.com/...CH:MAIN_RSLT_PG
Get one of these services: Tekify, Taxio, Verizon FiOS, or FastMetrics. Search them up on google.
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Okay, I'm really sorry if im being such a pain in the neck for you guys, but I have one more question.
I will get demonvps.... But is the computer needed....or should I get one with 8 GB, and a good CPU with good graphics card? I'll try to find some and post the links here... I apologize about how stupid I was... Please forgive me
No those are all pretty bad because they are unbalanced and have weak GPU's. If you are able to build a computer which is like putting together legos because of how standardized everything has become then you can get a lot more for your money.
Not only is it so much better for hosting a server (which is a bad idea to start with anyway), it will do much better for general use and gaming as well, while using some very decent parts and being much more reliable and quieter in general. Overclocking would be pretty much required, but all that involves doing is bumping up the vcore a bit and raising the multiplier to 44-45, which really isn't hard.
Would run Minecraft + server at the same time very decently (SSD or second HDD would be beneficial though), and most/all other games on good settings too. Also provides a decent upgrade path.
(A Pentium G3258 clocked at 4.5GHz wins out against an i7 4770 in single or lightly threaded tasks, ie, Minecraft server or game.)
Not only is it so much better for hosting a server (which is a bad idea to start with anyway), it will do much better for general use and gaming as well, while using some very decent parts and being much more reliable and quieter in general. Overclocking would be pretty much required, but all that involves doing is bumping up the vcore a bit and raising the multiplier to 44-45, which really isn't hard.
Would run Minecraft + server at the same time very decently (SSD or second HDD would be beneficial though), and most/all other games on good settings too. Also provides a decent upgrade path.
(A Pentium G3258 clocked at 4.5GHz wins out against an i7 4770 in single or lightly threaded tasks, ie, Minecraft server or game.)
Please don't encourage him to host a server on his own network, its a terrible idea. Besides that CPU won't be that great for playing and hosting at the same time anyway. Then there is the slower WD Blue...
Please don't encourage him to host a server on his own network, its a terrible idea. Besides that CPU won't be that great for playing and hosting at the same time anyway. Then there is the slower WD Blue...
I'm getting the feeling he is wanting the PC to play games more than hosting a server anyway, and an overclocked G3258 can hold it's own when OCed, especially as a budget CPU. Dedicate one core to the server and one to Minecraft and it should be fine, although other games might be pushing it.
In relation to the "slower WD blue", I have both WD Blue and Black drives, as well as a couple of Seagate Barracudas, and the difference between the three is negligible and unnoticed in practice.
(And lets be honest, anyone seriously looking to run a 60 player server would be looking at a VPS/Dedi or specialized hosting from the start anyway. If his server ends up doing well, great, but I doubt it would get anywhere. Running a successful server requires more than just buying hosting and chucking a few plugins in and expecting it to do well)
(Also worth noting, that build was just something to compare to the price range he was looking at. Im not saying it's the best choice, nor the most cost effective.)
I'm getting the feeling he is wanting the PC to play games more than hosting a server anyway, and an overclocked G3258 can hold it's own when OCed, especially as a budget CPU. Dedicate one core to the server and one to Minecraft and it should be fine, although other games might be pushing it.
In relation to the "slower WD blue", I have both WD Blue and Black drives, as well as a couple of Seagate Barracudas, and the difference between the three is negligible and unnoticed in practice.
Yeah, than the build together is unbalanced for just gaming, 16GB of RAM?
Yeah, than the build together is unbalanced for just gaming, 16GB of RAM?
I'm aware that 16GB is overkill for gaming, and possibly gaming + server hosting too. Like I said, was just a comparison for that price range, wasn't meant to be balanced or cost effective.
So uh... That computer will do. I will try to get some of my cousins to help me build it. And I might get
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Retired StaffThere is no point in buying a server with 0.85Mbps upload speed. It would be a complete waste of money unless you can upgrade your internet plan to have higher upload bandwidth (and judging by your speed results i'd say you're on ADSL2+, meaning you can't unless you can get cable).
A connection like this:
Would be able to sustain a server. Notice the fast(ish) upload speed?
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I'm going to get this computer: http://www.frys.com/product/7888629?site=sr:SEARCH:MAIN_RSLT_PG
Get one of these services: Tekify, Taxio, Verizon FiOS, or FastMetrics. Search them up on google.
And all will be good
https://demonvps.com/minecraft-hosting/
I will get demonvps.... But is the computer needed....or should I get one with 8 GB, and a good CPU with good graphics card? I'll try to find some and post the links here... I apologize about how stupid I was... Please forgive me
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CPU: Intel Pentium G3258 3.2GHz Dual-Core Processor ($74.99 @ Amazon)
CPU Cooler: Noctua NH-U14S 55.0 CFM CPU Cooler ($64.99 @ Newegg)
Motherboard: MSI Z97M-G43 Micro ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($108.99 @ Mac Mall)
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws X Series 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($152.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($54.98 @ OutletPC)
Video Card: MSI Radeon R9 270 2GB TWIN FROZR Video Card ($139.20 @ Newegg)
Case: Fractal Design Arc Mini R2 MicroATX Mini Tower Case ($99.99 @ Amazon)
Power Supply: Rosewill Capstone 450W 80+ Gold Certified ATX Power Supply ($59.99 @ Amazon)
Total: $743.12
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Not only is it so much better for hosting a server (which is a bad idea to start with anyway), it will do much better for general use and gaming as well, while using some very decent parts and being much more reliable and quieter in general. Overclocking would be pretty much required, but all that involves doing is bumping up the vcore a bit and raising the multiplier to 44-45, which really isn't hard.
Would run Minecraft + server at the same time very decently (SSD or second HDD would be beneficial though), and most/all other games on good settings too. Also provides a decent upgrade path.
(A Pentium G3258 clocked at 4.5GHz wins out against an i7 4770 in single or lightly threaded tasks, ie, Minecraft server or game.)
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Retired StaffIn relation to the "slower WD blue", I have both WD Blue and Black drives, as well as a couple of Seagate Barracudas, and the difference between the three is negligible and unnoticed in practice.
(And lets be honest, anyone seriously looking to run a 60 player server would be looking at a VPS/Dedi or specialized hosting from the start anyway. If his server ends up doing well, great, but I doubt it would get anywhere. Running a successful server requires more than just buying hosting and chucking a few plugins in and expecting it to do well)
(Also worth noting, that build was just something to compare to the price range he was looking at. Im not saying it's the best choice, nor the most cost effective.)
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I've heard good things about them. Plus they give good prices and good deals...
Tell me your guys' opinions.
Asus boards have bit more features for fan control, plus you can fit in an SSD