10x Faster, $30K Less
Building What Architects Actually Need
Key Outcomes
✓ $30,000 less than Dell solution
✓ 10x faster performance
✓ Whisper-quiet operation (<25 dB)
✓ Built for Revit, SketchUp, and Enscape
✓ Direct access to our build team
The Stark Reality
When Stark Architecture approached us, they had already invested $45,000 in a Dell R450 server. Despite the significant investment, they faced two critical issues common in the industry:
- The server was disruptively loud in their studio environment
- It wasn’t optimized for their actual architectural workflows
Their team of 25+ professionals needed a solution that could effectively support:
- Their core software suite (Revit, SketchUp, and Enscape)
- Large file transfers for BIM and visualization projects
- Team collaboration
- Cost-effective licensing
Our Build Process
At Micro-Vision Computers, we did what we always do – Looked at how their team actually worked, scoped their existing setup, designed a dual-server setup that matched their exact workflow – at $15,000, just one-third the cost of their previous Dell server.
Technical Specifications
- AMD Threadripper platform
- 4TB Gen 5 NVMe SSDs in RAID configuration
- 64GB RAM
- Define 7 case with sound dampening panels
- High-performance cooling fans (achieving <24.6 dB)
- Twinned 900W power supply for redundancy
Pre-Deployment Process
Every system undergoes our comprehensive preparation:
- Clean Windows installation without bloatware
- Complete driver and system updates
- 16-hour testing protocol under maximum load
- Verified compatibility checks
- Pre-configuration for architectural software
What Changed?
From day one, the system delivered:
- 10x faster performance than their previous server
- One-third the cost of Dell’s solution
- Whisper-quiet operation
- Lowered licensing costs
- Enhanced file transfer capabilities
- Improved multi-user support
Their Words
“Amazing to find a local BC company who can completely customize computers for our various needs. We had much better service and customization than Dell so have switched over completely to MV. Thanks folks!”
Support in Action
When a rear exhaust fan needed attention after delivery:
- We responded immediately
- Provided a Noctua Premium fan replacement
- Included detailed installation instructions
- Kept in direct contact with their team
No call centers or ticket systems – just direct access to the people who built their computer.
The Micro-Vision Computers Difference
- Expert consultation before solution design
- Systems arrive ready for immediate deployment
- Direct access to our technical team
- Solutions based on actual architectural needs
- Ongoing partnership approach
Moving Forward
Based on their experience, Stark Architecture is now planning to have us build workstations for their 25+ person team.
Want a Computer Built for Your Architectural Work?
Learn from Stark Architecture’s Experience:
– Get the right solution the first time
– Optimize your studio environment
– Improve system performance
– Streamline your BIM workflows
– Get expert support when you need it
Don’t overspend on solutions that weren’t designed for architectural work. Let’s talk about what your team actually needs.
