Graphics Reference
In-Depth Information
Welcome to Element 3D
In this chapter, we're going to dive right into 3D. However, before we do that,
let's make sure that we're all on the same page. Animating in 3D isn't just a matter
of picking up a mouse and ripping out great stuff; you need to make sure that your
machine, operating system, and software are all up to snuff. Luckily, Element 3D
doesn't have nearly the requirements of the other software packages.
The machine specifications
Professional production is nothing short of a race. If you can get your product out in
a way that it looks better and if you get it done faster than your competition, you're
going to stay in business. So, the faster and better machine you have, the better it is
for your animation experience. Unfortunately, not all of us have the budget of Pixar.
The machine specifications listed below will get you going pretty well. Element 3D
is compatible with both Mac and PC. However, Element 3D will run on far slower
machines than those outlined in the coming section, and will run better on a much
faster machine. The following are the specifications that I am using:
The PC configurations
The following are the speciications of the PC that is used for this topic:
• Intel i7-2600 @ 3.4 GHz
• 12.0 GB RAM
• Windows 7 (64 bit)
• Wacom Intuos 4 tablet
• 10 TB RAID-5 eSATA array
