What do you look for in a computer for bots?

[FibOfAllFibs]

What kind of features and specifications would you look for if you want to buy a laptop that will be used primarily for running bots? i was looking at this laptop mainly because it's within my price range. Do you think it would hold up with me running bots like 16 hours a day?

Features/Specifications:
Main Specifications
Product Description: ASUS Eee PC 1001PXD - Atom N455 1.66 GHz - 10.1" TFT
Dimensions (WxDxH): 10.3 in x 7 in x 1.5 in
Weight: 2.8 lbs
System Type: Netbook
Built-in Devices: Stereo speakers, wireless LAN antenna
Bundled Services: Unlimited ASUS WebStorage (60 days trial)
Processor: Intel Atom N455 / 1.66 GHz
RAM: 1 GB (installed) / 2 GB (max) - DDR3 SDRAM
Card Reader: Yes
Hard Drive: 250 GB - Serial ATA-300 - 5400 rpm
Display: 10.1" LED backlight TFT 1024 x 600 ( WSVGA )
Graphics Controller: Intel GMA 3150 Dynamic Video Memory Technology 4.0
Audio: Output Sound card
Networking: Network adapter - Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11n
Notebook Camera: Integrated - 0.3 Megapixel
Input Device: Keyboard, touchpad
Battery: 6-cell
Run Time: (Up To) 8 hour(s)
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 7 Starter
Microsoft Office Preloaded Includes a pre-loaded image of select Microsoft Office 2010 suites. Purchase an Office 2010 Product Key Card or disc to activate preloaded software on this PC.
Environmental Standards: ENERGY STAR Qualified , EPEAT Gold
Manufacturer Warranty: 1 year warranty

 

[Som3guy]

Okay, your main problem here is going to be RAM, though processor speed may hinder you a little too. With only 1 gig of RAM you should be able to run one bot, but if you need to use your laptop for anything but running the bot, then your comp speed is going to eat shit. The same goes with the processor because the 1.66 GHz Atom (which I believe is single core?) will have a lot of problems running more than one bot, or running a bot and doing anything else. the 16 hours a day thing shouldn't matter, technically it could 24 and the specs wouldn't need to change.

For what makes the best kind of laptop, you want a really fast, multi-core processor (duo or higher) and at least 4 gb of RAM for running more than one or two bots. Graphics cards don't really matter.

 

[FibOfAllFibs]

I was really only planning on just running one bot and leaving it be, but maybe i should keep shopping around for something more along the lines of what you suggested.

Also, when you continuously run a bot a computer, does it run down the system?

 

[compl3xion]

I was really only planning on just running one bot and leaving it be, but maybe i should keep shopping around for something more along the lines of what you suggested.

Also, when you continuously run a bot a computer, does it run down the system?

Multi cores can handle a bot + other tasks fine. But if you get a single core, the only thing you'd be able to do is bot.. lol

 

[FibOfAllFibs]

Multi cores can handle a bot + other tasks fine. But if you get a single core, the only thing you'd be able to do is bot.. lol

What I mean is, like if I was to run a bot straight for a year (hypothetically), would my computer crash?

 

[compl3xion]

i don't think so. botting isnt demanding, unless you run more then one. I suggest you to get a laptop with 4gb of ram.. thats the standard for most laptops on the market right now. whats your price range? i could help you find a good laptop

 

[Som3guy]

What I mean is, like if I was to run a bot straight for a year (hypothetically), would my computer crash?

Theoretically no. Computers aren't perfect, but they're designed to run consistently without stopping (though we all know they crash sometimes). The bot wouldn't crash your computer anymore than any other application would.

 

[FibOfAllFibs]

Right now I have ~$300 but my birthday's just around the corner and my relatives might send me some. That laptop was $290, which is probably too cheap to be good quality. I think I found a 4GB with dual-core processor for $510, I'm looking on geeks.com right now.
http://www.geeks.com/details.asp?invtid=FPCR33731&cat=NBB

 

[compl3xion]

This is also $500
it has a graphics card so you can actually play some games on it,
triple core (2.1ghz) which is really good and 4gb of ram

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16834115982

and newegg has excellent customer service, if you're planning to order online

 

[compl3xion]

Dual core pentium with 3gb ram.. also pretty good at $400

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16834115983

 

[Spraynwipe]

I'd say minimum of 2-4gb of RAM for java to have enough memory to not lag or crash. CPU speed is vital too, you'll want a quad core that can easily handle several processes, although some not-too-old dual cores should be fine too.

Graphics card really doesn't matter, just run the bots in safe mode and lowest settings, and always have them minimised. RS is a game that doesn't take up a lot of your resources if you have everything on low settings, and I'm able to play at a constant 60+ fps with just an integrated intel gpu. If you want to be playing with directx with at least medium settings, you'll need a dedicated card.

 

[roundkickkid]

i was looking at this laptop mainly because it's within my price range.

Does it have to be a netbook? You could get a better computer if its a desktop. Also what bots do you plan on running and will you ever want to run more than 1 bot?

 

[FibOfAllFibs]

This is also $500
it has a graphics card so you can actually play some games on it,
triple core (2.1ghz) which is really good and 4gb of ram

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16834115982

and newegg has excellent customer service, if you're planning to order online

Dual core pentium with 3gb ram.. also pretty good at $400

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16834115983

Thanks! I'll consider between those two, they both look really good.

 

[FibOfAllFibs]

Does it have to be a netbook? You could get a better computer if its a desktop. Also what bots do you plan on running and will you ever want to run more than 1 bot?

Pretty much I want it to be able to run any kind of Rsbots.net bot.
And I probably won't be running more than one at a time, at most 2.

 

[FibOfAllFibs]

I'd say minimum of 2-4gb of RAM for java to have enough memory to not lag or crash. CPU speed is vital too, you'll want a quad core that can easily handle several processes, although some not-too-old dual cores should be fine too.

Graphics card really doesn't matter, just run the bots in safe mode and lowest settings, and always have them minimised. RS is a game that doesn't take up a lot of your resources if you have everything on low settings, and I'm able to play at a constant 60+ fps with just an integrated intel gpu. If you want to be playing with directx with at least medium settings, you'll need a dedicated card.

If I just run one at a time, do I need to have a quad core? Or can I get by with a tri/dual core?

i only plan on running in safe mode

 

[Sillymonkey]

I have an EEE sitting at home that I bought for miscellanious tasks about a year ago and it can barely run RS due to some of its latest graphics updates....

You will be able to scrape along with that, but not very well.

For about $600 (AUD, so I guess I'd say less if you are in the US due to electronics being cheaper there), you can get a laptop with anywhere from 2 GB of RAM to 4 GB of RAM, and a fairly decent processor.

TL;DR Don't buy the EEE unless you really don't care about how well/how long you can use it for RS, as other than the battery life their specs are really shit.

 

[roundkickkid]

I dont know how well soul wars will run on a netbook (havent used soul wars bot in a while though, never did add it to my new computer) two bots might be pushing it depending on were the bots go in the game (aka might lag some in highly populated areas.) Sadly i have never used one of these netbooks but i did have a laptop with similar specs a while back (it was old for the time i used it) and it had a hard time running soul wars and laged when using multiple bots, but then again it had vista :\

 

[FibOfAllFibs]

I have an EEE sitting at home that I bought for miscellanious tasks about a year ago and it can barely run RS due to some of its latest graphics updates....

You will be able to scrape along with that, but not very well.

For about $600 (AUD, so I guess I'd say less if you are in the US due to electronics being cheaper there), you can get a laptop with anywhere from 2 GB of RAM to 4 GB of RAM, and a fairly decent processor.

TL;DR Don't buy the EEE unless you really don't care about how well/how long you can use it for RS, as other than the battery life their specs are really shit.

Thanks, Know anything about Acers?

 

[eennee]

With two gigs of ram I can play maplestory and run a bot in rs with almost no lag I hope that gives you a good idea

 

[jimmyN4252]

Don't buy acer! Go for ASUS. Don't get a net book either, you get what you pay for. Those things aren't made to last.

http://smidgenpc.com/2010/05/07/laptop-reliability-ratings-which-laptop-is-really-most-reliable/

here is a reliability chart thing I googled.

If you need cheap, shop at dell outlet. Sometimes they have 20% off. And all of their outlet laptops also come with a 1 year warranty. Which is like buying a brand new laptop.