FFXIV Hardware Requirements

[Jojimbo]

Pretty sure you can get a lot better for similar price.

But CPU just about passes min req. However I doubt the card(s) do even in CF.

[Cooleko]

* Secret Overclocking BIOS (Ctrl + F1)

Who/What advertises like this?

[Lyle]

He would need to upgrade the video card for sure.

You could get by on low resolution if you overclock a Radeon 4000 series.

Radeon HD 5700 series is a great investment for the budget range. Cool, quiet and are easy to overclock using the catalyst software. With the 5770 HD, I was able to overclock to 940MHz Freq w/ 1400MHz clocks while keeping the Temperature to an acceptable 50C. It can go higher but that seemed to be the card's G-spot in smooth graphics while using the benchmark to watch performance changes. Now the score read 2760 High Def with no graphics stutter.

I recently purchased an Athlon II 64 x4 2.9 GHz with a Biostar Mobo from Tigerdirect for a great deal too. I would check there and see if you can find something nice as well while still keeping within your budget.

[Klaatu]

Quick hardware question and sorry if it has been answered already.

What's the minimum specs for AMD processor and minimum Nvideo or ATI cards to run 14?

Spoiler: show

Clearly I need to update my PC
http://img59.imageshack.us/img59/905...markresult.png

[Maguile]

Ok so I just put my new pc together, but when I turn it on my monitor says it's getting no signal. Any ideas what could cause or fix that?

[Lyle]

Ok so I just put my new pc together, but when I turn it on my monitor says it's getting no signal. Any ideas what could cause or fix that?

/sigh, you'll need to include a lot more than that to get a viable answer.

What type of input are you using?

Are you trying to use a monitor or tv and if it supports more than one input is it set to the right input?

is the videocard supported by the motherboard / on the motherboard and drivers are updated to work with the OS in use.

Questions like these you should ask yourself.

[Hotseat]

Ok so I just put my new pc together, but when I turn it on my monitor says it's getting no signal. Any ideas what could cause or fix that?

Did you select the correct video input on your monitor?

[Asgon]

Who/What advertises like this?

Tiger Direct, hah.
I'm just looking for a pre built computer under 600$ That would run FF14 pretty decent.
Anyone know of any deals atm?

[Ladymist]

* AMD64 X2 4200+ Dual Core Processor
* 2GB Dual Channel DDR2-800
* Western Digital 250GB SATA-II Hard Drive
* 20X DVD-RW w/Lightscribe Technology
* Hybrid CrossfireX Technology
* ATI Radeon 3200 512MB Onboard Video
* ATI Radeon 3650 512MB Discrete Video
* Both ATI cards combined in Crossfire
* 22-in-1 Flash Media Reader
* RAID 0/1 Capable
* Integrated 10/100/1000 Gigabit LAN
* 1 x 1394a Firewire Port
* 1 x eSATA Port
* 4 x USB 2.0 Ports (Expandable to 12)
* (1) x16 PCI-e / (1) x1 PCI-e / (2) PCI
* Supports ATI Hybrid Crossfire
* 7.1 Channel High Definition Audio
* HDMI or DVI Output Supported
* HDCP Compliant
* Standard VGA Output
* S/PDIF Optical Audio Output
* Dual BIOS Technology
* Secret Overclocking BIOS (Ctrl + F1)
* 585 Watt Orion Power Supply
Total cost : 550$

Can it play 14? And if it can, how do you think it will run? I am solely looking for a cheep pc that will only be used to play this game. Anyone got any ideas if this isn't that great?

I currently run a AMD 64 X2 6400+ with a geforce 9600GT video card and I get a 1400 on the bench march and the benchmark plays choppy and takes a LONG time to load between scenes. Just and FYI for you.

Ladymist

[Klaatu]

I assume Quad core is the best option to go with?

[shaddix]

intel quad amd hex !!

[Elites]

I spent about 630 for my new pc parts and sold my old rig parts on ebay the past week for about 260 dollars. Basically spent $370 on a gtx460/phenom 965/some top ass am3 mobo/4 gigs ddr3 ripjaw/1tb HD. Life is good.]

For the love of god don't pay 600 bucks for a prebuilt

[TStupified]

I spent about 630 for my new pc parts and sold my old rig parts on ebay the past week for about 260 dollars. Basically spent $370 on a gtx460/phenom 965/some top ass am3 mobo/4 gigs ddr3 ripjaw/1tb HD. Life is good.]

For the love of god don't pay 600 bucks for a prebuilt

Out of curiosity and because I'm either blind or the topic with the benchmark scores is completely removed, how much did you score with that setup? I have the same CPU and GPU for my new PC, just waiting for the mobo to arrive so I can put it together.

[Pikarya]

I currently run a AMD 64 X2 6400+ with a geforce 9600GT video card and I get a 1400 on the bench march and the benchmark plays choppy and takes a LONG time to load between scenes. Just and FYI for you.

Ladymist

You're doing something wrong.

AMD Athlon X2-64 5000+ Black Edition @ 3.0ghz (stock volt)
4GB A-Data Dual-Channel 800mhz/PC6400
4GB Patriot XT (Readyboost) - Not sure if this benefits the bench in anyway.
EVGA 9600GT 512MB (Not overclocked)
500GB WD Caviar 7200 RPM
Windows 7 Ultimate 64-bit
Latest Nvidia drivers/DX9 runtimes.

2300 low easy, could probably go higher with optimization. No chop on bench.

[Jojimbo]

Out of curiosity and because I'm either blind or the topic with the benchmark scores is completely removed, how much did you score with that setup? I have the same CPU and GPU for my new PC, just waiting for the mobo to arrive so I can put it together.

Benchmark thread got moved to FFXIV: Media

I'll estimate around 5.5~6k on low with sufficient OC/optimised drivers on that though.

[Buddy]

I apologize if this is a dumb question as this is the first time I've installed a new video card for my PC. I just got my ATI radeon 5780 in today and I'm trying to install it. I know where it goes but I need to connect it to my power supply. I know what the power supply is and it doesn't have any connectors. Does this mean my card isn't compatible or is it a case where i actually have to open the power supply to connect the provided cables that came with the video card?

I've located 1 6-pin connector that was hidden but I still need to connect one more.

[Pikarya]

I apologize if this is a dumb question as this is the first time I've installed a new video card for my PC. I just got my ATI radeon 5780 in today and I'm trying to install it. I know where it goes but I need to connect it to my power supply. I know what the power supply is and it doesn't have any connectors. Does this mean my card isn't compatible or is it a case where i actually have to open the power supply to connect the provided cables that came with the video card?

I've located 1 6-pin connector that was hidden but I still need to connect one more.

albeit not the best solution, but your videocard should of came with this adapter.

http://i38.tinypic.com/15d8m60.jpg

(4 pin internal power -> 6 pin PCI Express power)

[Buddy]

albeit not the best solution, but your videocard should of came with this adapter.

http://i38.tinypic.com/15d8m60.jpg

(4 pin internal power -> 6 pin PCI Express power)

Edit: All I received was 2 6-pin connectors and a cross fire connector

Edit Again: Since I only have one 6-pin connector from my power supply would this dual y-split 6-pin connector do the job?
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16812198016

[Ladymist]

You're doing something wrong.

AMD Athlon X2-64 5000+ Black Edition @ 3.0ghz (stock volt)
4GB A-Data Dual-Channel 800mhz/PC6400
4GB Patriot XT (Readyboost) - Not sure if this benefits the bench in anyway.
EVGA 9600GT 512MB (Not overclocked)
500GB WD Caviar 7200 RPM
Windows 7 Ultimate 64-bit
Latest Nvidia drivers/DX9 runtimes.

2300 low easy, could probably go higher with optimization. No chop on bench.

hmmm odd. maybe i need to do a reformat and try again. Its been awhile since i did a reformat and cleaned up all the junk. Thank you for the info.

I am rebuilding this system but if i can keep it working longer i can save longer for a better one.

Lady

[Klaatu]

Found out more info on my mobo:

Type: L2 cache
Installed Size: 2 MB
Cache Per Processor: 2 MB ( 2 x 1 MB )
Chipset: AMD 780G


It's possible to upgrade it to Phenom II 910 or 810 because motherboard has a limitation. Also found this: http://www.tigerdirect.com/applicati...IN#detailspecs

I am not computer savvy and realize this is one of those "Will this run 14" questions, but any help would be appreciated.

Thanks in advance.