Build a screaming-fast Mac Pro
I’ve now codified a “standard” Mac Pro configuration in a step-by-step approach from the Mac Pro you buy + the extra parts + the step-by-step setup: see how to build a great Mac Pro setup for yourself. My guidelines will give you 90% of the performance of the models costing twice as much, at least for the vast majority of Photoshop/Lightroom/etc users.
If you need help or advice, especially with performance or reliability via RAID, choice of video card or monitor, how much memory for your specific needs, I’m always available.
I frequently work with clients on a consulting basis for setting up just the right photographic workstation for their specific needs, saving them time and money, while achieving high performance and reliability and a rigorous backup approach.
Get a Mac Pro at a great price and with Parallels 5.0 included at B&H Photo 
. The specific model I recommend to most buyers is the quad-core 2.66GHz, and thank you for using that link so this site gets credit. As a bonus, there’s the sales tax saved for non-New Yorkers (but your’re on your own with your tax advisor). Finally, free shipping sweetens the deal!
