Computer Configurator for Revit
This is based on the Revit Benchmark. You may find it helpful if you are planning on purchasing some new hardware. Computer Configurator Link to actual XLSX file You will need to login to Revit Forum …
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Revit Master Popquiz 2 – How much RAM do you need?
If you have a Central project file that is 450 MB in size, how much RAM does your system need? For the answer, have a look at page 6 of this Model Performance document.…
Revit and your Graphics Card
quote “I have been asked by a few customers if Revit will cache textures in graphics RAM just like a game system might? … I am happy to say the answer is yes – Revit will fully use this RAM and the gr…
Your CPU is Your Friend (CPU tips and utilities to optimize performance)
As Revit users, we spend about 99% of our time behind a computer screen. The brains of a computer are commonly known as a CPU (central processing unit). These days, most CPUs have multiple cores. The …
DirectX Runtimes – download
As you know, support for DirectX is now an intrinsic part of Revit 3D hardware acceleration mode. If you wish to install updated DirectX runtimes, go to this link (February 2010 version). This may or …
Saving a Dying Hard Drive
I recently spent some time troubleshooting a netbook that was unceremoniously ‘dropped’, and I thought I would share the things that I found most helpful. Basically, there was physical damage to many …
System Spectrum Analyser (analyse your computer specifications)
If you would like a free tool that gives you a very quick, concise summary of your system specifications, you can download one from here:System Spectrum Analyser Please see the related posts below if …
Revit Hardware – compatibility and performance
Revit is a very acceptable OOTB (out of the box) tool. If you are using Revit OOTB, there are really only two variables that determine your productivity. Assuming you have zero customised content, the…
Revit wants some SWEET HARDWARE!
We recently invested in some new workstations for our office. After doing some research, the following specification was settled on: Gigabyte X58 Intel Core i7-975 Extreme Edition Processor, 3.33 GHz …