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Hardware / Re: Threadripper Builds

« on: 2020-03-03, 11:32:02 »

MRBIG.

no difference in regards to percentages, it depends on your usages.

If you go from Cpu 6/12  to 16/32 then you are already seeing a huge difference. That is almost x3 difference in your speed and time savings.
Rough numbers - so CPU 6/12 takes 3hours then 16/32 should be 1 hour. You can work it out

Don't fall for the hype. Cores/ram/gpu will never be enough. You will always be asked to do more, give more in shorter time frames. until you drop dead and be replaced by someone else. You dont really save time with more power, it just means you do many more iterations or do more images in shorter time frames. In fact the work load actually increases. At work I used 48 thread cpu and now its not enough due to shorter time frames.

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Hardware / Re: Threadripper Builds

« on: 2020-02-24, 14:55:09 »

yeah sorry, wrong mobo!, not enough sleep, two jobs to feed all my illegitimate imaginery kids...  :)

Also I keep my prices super low because I am not taking TAX into account, meaning I wont pay TAX on these items.

Vuk - Yeah I was just building a 3900x after I realised my mistake.

I already have  x2 SSD and 128GiG purchased. I guess I will decide if its the 3950 or 3960, this week.


But appreciate the advice.

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Hardware / Re: Threadripper Builds

« on: 2020-02-24, 13:33:32 »

Rant: Cause I am not rich or smart like you guys. I am not 100% freelance or own my own firm, I am a salaried guy, we dont get paid what you guys charge per image. Viz salaries have not increased much for the last 10 years as the market likes to control wages to keep  all the serfs in check. Enough self loathing and economics......... :)

yes you are correct but

I did consider the 3960x before the earlier post but the difference between that and the 3950x is only 16 threads and 700bucks.

But If i can build a cheaper render node that can also work as a backup pc for that price difference is what makes it beneficial for me. And maybe once I manage to go 100% Freelance if luck is on my side, then I can purchase the better threadrippers. Right now I have to limit my risk.

excuse my ignorance, But I assumed just for rendering the 1920x cores would suffice?. Why would its Low memory make a difference if it is acting as a proletariat? Thanks

okay I found this for the peasant class.

https://www.gamersnexus.net/hwreviews/3527-amd-threadripper-1920x-benchmark-in-2019https://www.gamersnexus.net/hwreviews/3527-amd-threadripper-1920x-benchmark-in-2019

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Hardware / Re: Threadripper Builds

« on: 2020-02-24, 11:34:47 »

Hi guys, I need some advice please.

Exluding my 3950x build, for which I have some parts and going to order the rest soon but was hoping to do it all in one bulk as all this hardware is time consuming.

I also have x2 Old Xeons that make up 16threads +

So I was thinking of building a 1920x as a cheap render node. Cheap as possible or I am being stupid and should jump of a cliff and die?

Any of you guys have some advice on the parts for this matter. I did some research through partpicker, but I am unsure if they are correct.

1920x - 200
ASUS ROG Strix B450-F Gaming - 100
Corsair 159405 Vengeance LPX 16 GB - 70
Gpu? do i need one?
Anycase of cheap - 30 bucks
PSU - unsure of power?
Mouse/keyboard - 15bucks all together
Monitor / Not needed.
HD 1 - seagate or WD - 35bucks

Thanks

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Hardware / Re: New mobile workstation

« on: 2020-02-18, 13:23:24 »

I did not pay so much for them :- ). There are lot of Quadros on Auctions like eBay (brand-new) from system integrators within companies.

It's for the memory, we really need 16GB Vram. For multiple 3dsMax scenes open at same time mainly. Viewport, no GPU rendering for us :- ).

Dude! - I found some for almost 700 off the RRP -
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/NVIDIA-Quadro-RTX-5000-16GB-GDDR6-Turing-Ray-Tracing-Workstation-Graphic-Card/133337267082?hash=item1f0b853b8a:g:F8QAAOSwP~leSyb6

Although I do not use it, but It was suggested for a prebuilt as I am not allowed to custom build a new work pc.


Nice build giona4!. I got a few parts already for my own. waiting to get the other stuff soom.

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Hardware / Re: Threadripper Builds

« on: 2020-01-16, 13:08:53 »

this one ?
https://www.scan.co.uk/products/gigabyte-x570-aorus-xtreme-amd-x570-am4-ddr4-pcie-40-triple-m2-2-way-sli-crossfire-10g-gbe-wifi-usb?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIkYHUoIqI5wIVyrTtCh1jMg7lEAQYAiABEgJuDPD_BwE

so I will probably risk buying 4 kits separately <--- explain please?

are you doing what i am going to do? purchase these two kits and make 128gig?

https://www.overclockers.co.uk/corsair-vengeance-lpx-64gb-2x32gb-ddr4-pc4-28800c18-3600mhz-dual-channel-kit-black-my-4cf-cs.html

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[Max] Tutorials & Guides / Re: Vegetation shader

« on: 2020-01-14, 13:13:54 »

Both methods

1. ) Your method is Front/Back Map


2. ) Corona Materials method provided by Corona.
https://corona-renderer.com/stuff/helpdesk/leaves/config.jpg

 https://coronarenderer.freshdesk.com/support/solutions/articles/5000515643-how-to-create-realistic-leaf-or-grass-material-

I meant your method is similar to the vray2sided mtl. Maybe its the same thing. This is what I recall using before I migrated to Corona then ended up using the basic corona method shown in 2.

I just wanted to know whether there is a drastic difference between these two methods or rather is the difference that noticable. Perhaps it might be according to the light or distance from camera.

Ofcourse its up to user preference. but if your method is superior then Corona mtl should be updated so we use the best method. :)

okay I re-read your comment. You wanted a better variation or realism showing two different tonal ranges of the leaf. Got it.

Thanks

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[Max] Tutorials & Guides / Re: Vegetation shader

« on: 2020-01-14, 12:02:20 »

Hi,
Is this is still a valid method, considering that the vegetation shader provided with Corona Materials is very simple. I tried both methods and did not notice much of a difference hence the question. I understand the response may be, if it works why ask or it depends on the foilage type?. :)

I think Juraj your method is employing the Vray doublesided? method which I roughly recall, but last I used vray was 6 years ago.

Just asking.

Thanks for the help.

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Hardware / Re: Ryzen 9 3950X build

« on: 2019-12-17, 13:58:44 »

Jochen,

two seperate drivers would be better.
you can remove her or yours drive in the future without having to migrate to a new build.

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Hardware / Re: Ryzen 9 3950X build

« on: 2019-12-16, 11:22:25 »

Thanks for the picture. especially at that viewing angle. Always gives an insight into a build type and how parts fit in.

where is the ram?!! :)

That cooler is huge. You had mentioned the Noctua U12a earlier, which one would be appropriate from the one you used!. Doesnt the weight of such coolers effect the motherboard?.

The 3950x seems out of stock on amazon here or other venders until the end of december, but I don't mind waiting until january or until the 3990x is released, may it drop the 3960 prices down to that of 3950x! :)

Thanks.

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Hardware / Re: Threadripper Builds

« on: 2019-12-03, 11:52:29 »

Sorry for the links. I prefer to see opinion based on links of the parts and I hope it may help others where all the data collecting is confusing and draining.

if anyone is interested.

128GiG of ram.

Per Juraj's comments, (128gig for 3950x ) I think this is what he was referfing too.

https://www.corsair.com/eu/en/Categories/Products/Memory/VENGEANCE-LPX/p/CMK64GX4M2D3600C18

https://www.scan.co.uk/products/64gb-2x32gb-corsair-ddr4-vengeance-lpx-black-pc4-28800-3600-non-ecc-unbuffered-cas-18-22-22-42-xmp-2

Regarding only 64gig -

https://www.amazon.co.uk/HyperX-Predator-HX432C16PB3K4-64-Black/dp/B07GNFCX45/ref=sr_1_3?crid=1TO65HGW997XK&keywords=ddr4%2B64gb&qid=1575321822&refinements=p_89%3AHyperX&rnid=1632651031&sprefix=ddr4%2B64%2Caps%2C139&sr=8-3&th=1

or

https://www.amazon.co.uk/G-Skill-DDR4-3600-Quad-KIT-Memory-F4-3600C16Q-64Gtznc/dp/B07VRMTVH7/ref=sr_1_8?crid=1TO65HGW997XK&keywords=ddr4+64gb&qid=1575321746&sprefix=ddr4+64%2Caps%2C139&sr=8-8

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Hardware / Re: Threadripper Builds

« on: 2019-12-02, 14:31:52 »

Thanks for the advice Juraj,, I will carry on searching.

yes, I prefer square cases. :)
unless I get a tile drill and drill  few holes in the glass panel. :)

btw so with dual air gpu i am assuming I have to go full tower.

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Hardware / Re: Threadripper Builds

« on: 2019-12-02, 14:10:06 »

HI

I am looking to build 3950x - Noctua + with dual gpu.

So I spent the whole weekend reading and watching reviews......,

And I was looking at this last night, but also found this right now on sale, any opinions before I jump in and hopefuly not cry after.

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Corsair-Crystal-Airflow-Tempered-Gaming/dp/B07MSQ63WS?ref_=Oct_DLandingS_D_f99142ba_66&smid=A3P5ROKL5A1OLE&th=1

Thanks in advance

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Hardware / Re: Threadripper Builds

« on: 2019-11-29, 18:24:29 »

sorry I meant

if I work out my costs,

either 3950x or a Threadripper 2950 - seem to even out.
as mobo  cheape on the 3950x but more on the 2950x
and ram with 8 slots cheaper on the 2950x with 4 dimms on the 3950x.

but I think the single core speeds on the 3950 are tempting. Might get the feels to game again. :)

note - thanks for the info the samsung ram. saved me there.

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Hardware / Re: Threadripper Builds

« on: 2019-11-29, 17:48:06 »

Hi,

These are the samsung ones, but 2666. I think they are correct but you are correct. We need fast rams. I was hoping to obtain some discounts during the holiday sales. Perhaps I could purchase some parts and wait for better 32gig dimms especially if i go for the 3950x.
as the mobo only has 4 slots.


https://www.flexxmemory.co.uk/memory/samsung-32gb-ddr4-pc4-21300-2666mhz-288-pin-dimm-1-2v-cl-19-desktop-ram-memory-module/

Somehow going with 3950x or TR 0 i think the costs even out.

Nvme 2 - I was reading somewhere that it is used for caching simulation. But I need to do more research.

I didnt think about placing the box horizontally, I assumed it would have some negative effect on the power supply unit.


Thanks again.