Compare CPU of nMP to PC to decide which one to buy?
Hi there, So with the price drop (no upgarde) I'm deciding if I should buy the trash can. I'm a traveler so I consider only laptop PC and trashcan, desktop PC or Mac tower is too big for me to travel...
View ArticleMost Powerful Desktop nMP v.s. HP?
Hi there, Maybe I got a little confused. I'm a heavy CPU user, not much about GPU. I can get a $3799 nMP with E5-1680 v2 or I can get a HP desktop workstation with E5-2630 v4 at a 15% higher price....
View ArticleGTX 1070 or 1080 for 5.1
Experts, with drivers for the Mac coming, is the extra money buying a 1080 card wasted, because the 5.1 can't even use the potential of the 1070?
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Nvidia Titan Xp - Mac Compatible! Thoughts?
https://blogs.nvidia.com/blog/2017/04/06/titan-xp/ I would assume this would be "fully" functional... including bootscreens... right? $1200 though...
View ArticleWhat Resolution Are You Running?
Pick the closest. If you have multiple monitors, pick the main one.
View ArticleiMac Pro?
I just noticed all of the 4-core Kaby Lake Xeon processors are only going to be around 74-78W. Not sure about the 6 core or 8 core. http://wccftech.com/kaby-lake-xeon-e3-1200-v6-lineup/ Is it possible...
View ArticleFunny how Apple was caught pants down with Mac Pro plans
After their press announcement that modular Mac Pros are coming next year and some dude getting an insider information that Apple just started designing new Mac Pros last week....... My question.. WTF...
View ArticleHard truths about the new modular Mac Pro
1. We applaud the new announcement of the next generation Mac Pro, but Apple did not realize they had a problem until their best cheerleaders railed against them for half a year about the embarrassing...
View ArticleIn defense of Apple
Hi all, I must say that the last few days have been quite remarkable in light of Apple's media event! Even after the fact, there has been quite a bit of criticism, "hate" talk, etc. from the Apple user...
View ArticleSM951 Alternative for Mac Pro 5.1
I want to upgrade my system drive (PCIe). All advise SM951 AHCI, but recently it isn't available to purchase and the prices of it are too high (there where it is). Advise me please good option for...
View ArticleAny Interest in a New Modular Mac Pro Design?
How many people would be interested in a Mac Mini Pro like this: Summary: Essentially the new Mac Pro would be based on a very compact core unit, and several stackable thunderbolt expension stations...
View ArticleHelper Card for Mac Pro 1,1
So I currently have a GTX 680 as the main video card in my Mac Pro 1,1. Would I be able to plug a flashed ATI HD 2600XT card and see boot screens, even if I run the video through the 680 or do I have...
View Article4K scaled with GTX 120?
Looking at upgrading my display to a 4K TV. I plan on upgrading my 4,1's video card (GTX120) shortly, but after shelling out 4-5 k recently on other gear the video card can wait if not essential for...
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Mac Pro rack mount idea.
Am I the only one that wants a Mac Pro similar to this but with sexy Apple design? I have a table with an empty rack mount slot waiting for this Mac Pro. Also, make the top cover easy to access for...
View ArticleDisable Nvidia driver to regain iTunes HDCP function
Hi everyone, I'm just posting this here so that it might help others. Historically I've had no issues playing HD iTunes movies a my Mac Pro 5.1 with GTX 760 and Dell U2414H display. It's been a while...
View ArticleMac Pro awake but not
Hi everyone, I'm looking for some help with my Mac Pro 5.1 (originally 4.1 but flashed to 5.1). I've tried searching but can't find a solution. My issue is that over the past few months I've noticed a...
View ArticleXFX AMD Radeon RX 460 Single Slot Card Work on Mac Pro?
Hi all, has anyone tried this single slot card on a Mac Pro and gotten it to work? http://xfxforce.com/en-us/products/amd-radeon-rx-400-series/rx-460-4gb-sf-rx-460p4tfg5 Seems like a nice low power (I...
View ArticleNvidia customer service reply about MacPro and TitanXp.
I emailed Nvidia support asking specifically about the MacPro and EFI compatibility with the new TitanXp. This is the reply I got: Hello, Thank you for contacting NVIDIA Customer Care. This is Varun,...
View Articleridiculous time frame
Come on Apple! Now that you have figured out we want an expandable maxed up Mac Pro that can take high end graphics cards (maybe two), drive bays (multiple), PCI slots, and everything else - this...
View ArticleAbout that bogus iMac Pro speculations
Read this Ming-Chi Kuo on Oct'16 said: https://www.macrumors.com/2016/10/22/kuo-october-2016-mac-predictions/ "We also expect Apple to launch new iMacs (21.5-inch and 27-inch) and Cinema Display...
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