New computer system specs for CS4

I need to replace one of my office systems. It's been over 3 years since I've bought a new computer, and would like to know what I should look for in a good system to run CS4 Design Suite. Main applications I use heavily are ID & Acrobat. Light usage of PS and IL.
I've usually bought Dells and would consider staying with it. I will likely go with Windows 7 (is Home okay or do I need more?). Which of the Dell lines should I be looking at? I know I need a separate graphics card (which one?). How much RAM should I get?
Are the AMD processors okay or should I stick with Intel -- and is there a minimum processor I should consider.
Of course I don't want to spend more than necessary, but I know I need more than a bottom-of-the line system. I was hoping to keep it under $1,000 if possible.
I'd appreciate any help you can offer.
Thanks.

I've speced out a Studio Desktop system for $809 (before tax and any cash back) with the following details:
Intel® Core™ 2 Quad Q8300 (4MB L2, 2.5GHz, 1333FSB)
Genuine Windows® 7 Home Premium, 64bit, English
2Yr Ltd Hardware Warranty, InHome Service after Remote Diagnosis
20" Dell ST2010-Black High Definition Monitor
8GB Dual Channel DDR2 SDRAM at 800MHz - 4DIMMs
640GB Serial ATA Hard Drive (7200RPM) w/DataBurst Cache™
16X DVD+/-RW Drive
ATI Radeon HD 4350 512MB
Integrated 7.1 Channel Audio
Also Includes
Integrated 16-in-1 Media Card Reader
Integrated 10/1000 EthernetCompatibility
Am I missing anything I need?
Is $809 a good price (not looking for a spectacular deal unless there's one now; just a good price) for this system?
If so, I think I'm ready to buy it. Let me know what you think.
Thanks.

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