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Dear Adrian,
You are right. I may buy something like the 4570 quadcore to make things simpler since I am new.
I have question regarding graphics. You said I will set the integrated graphics to 64 mg for the install. Once installed will Mavericks automatically set the integrated graphics memory to 1 gb?
I don't know the precise details of how this works, but assume that it is the minimum memory allocation that the UEFI/BIOS allocates for the onboard GPU. The current settings are a maximum of 1024 MB, It has been reported in the press that in 10.9.3 that there is to be support for 60Hz 4K video with a maximum of approx 1500 MB of memory. Most usage will be well below 500 MB in truth but there is allowance for additional if required.
Will Mavericks automatically detect my monitor resolution? I will be using a Dell ultrasharp 20 inch monitor which runs at 1600 x 1200 using the DVI connection.
It will detect your monitor but for onboard graphics you should add some text to your .org.chameleonboot.plist
http://www.tonymacx86.com/basics/104463-how-edit-plist.html
Code:
<key>Graphics Mode</key>
<string>"1600x1200x32"</string>
Adrian B