[Wien] budget CPU and Linux system for precompiled binaries

[Gavin Abo]

For the solid state drive (SSD), from among the different types [1], I 
do recommend trying to get the M.2 PCIe NVMe [2,3] if it fits within 
your computer configuration and budget.

[1] 
https://www.onlogic.com/company/io-hub/internal-computer-storage-types-pros-and-cons/
[2] https://www.seagate.com/blog/what-is-an-nvme-ssd/
[3] 
https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/gaming/resources/what-is-pcie-4-and-why-does-it-matter.html

Kind Regards,
Gavin
WIEN2k user

On 12/16/2022 1:03 AM, pluto via Wien wrote:
> Dear All,
>
> I am considering to build a simple Linux PC for WIEN2k, price range 
> between ca. 500-2000 EUR. It would be used to run band-structure 
> calculations.
>
> I will run precompiled WIEN2k executables on this. Is there a 
> preferred CPU and Linux system that would ensure good compatibility?
>
> I suppose this question is asked quite a lot, but hardware changes 
> quickly. Any comments on a particular CPU/mainboard configuration, RAM 
> amount, type of SSD etc. would be appreciated.
>
> Best,
> Lukasz