Hello all ! This is my first post here so please be gentle....
I've been thinking about replacing my PopCorn Hour C-200 with a custom built media centre. The c-200 is fine but I want something a little more customisation.
I've spent the last few days doing a little bit of research and made a list of all the components I think I need (or would like) for my new build
CPU: AMD Athlon II X2 250 3GHz Socket AM3 2MB L2 Cache OEM Processor
Case: SilverStone LASCALA LC17B Black Aluminium Desktop ATX Media Center Case
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-990FXA-UD5 Socket AM3 7.1 Channel HD Audio ATX Motherboard
RAM: Corsair 2GB DDR3 1333Mhz XMS3 Memory Module Unbuffered 1.5V CL9 (9-9-9-24)
PSU: Coolermaster Silent Pro 500W Modular PSU
Graphics: Gigabyte HD 6450 Silent 1GB
Operating System: Ubuntu & XBMC
Operating System HD: OCZ 60GB Agility 3 SSD
KB/Mouse: Logitech DiNovo Mini
This so far fits the build. I've got the power in case I need it, a dedicated graphics card with HDMI 1.4a
Now if I can persuade my wife to let me part with about £500 I'll start buying.
What do you experienced HTPC builders think of the list? Are some of the items an overkill / need something with a bit more oomph??
Cheers and I look forward to reading up on this forum regularly....
I've been thinking about replacing my PopCorn Hour C-200 with a custom built media centre. The c-200 is fine but I want something a little more customisation.
I've spent the last few days doing a little bit of research and made a list of all the components I think I need (or would like) for my new build
CPU: AMD Athlon II X2 250 3GHz Socket AM3 2MB L2 Cache OEM Processor
Case: SilverStone LASCALA LC17B Black Aluminium Desktop ATX Media Center Case
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-990FXA-UD5 Socket AM3 7.1 Channel HD Audio ATX Motherboard
RAM: Corsair 2GB DDR3 1333Mhz XMS3 Memory Module Unbuffered 1.5V CL9 (9-9-9-24)
PSU: Coolermaster Silent Pro 500W Modular PSU
Graphics: Gigabyte HD 6450 Silent 1GB
Operating System: Ubuntu & XBMC
Operating System HD: OCZ 60GB Agility 3 SSD
KB/Mouse: Logitech DiNovo Mini
This so far fits the build. I've got the power in case I need it, a dedicated graphics card with HDMI 1.4a
Now if I can persuade my wife to let me part with about £500 I'll start buying.
What do you experienced HTPC builders think of the list? Are some of the items an overkill / need something with a bit more oomph??
Cheers and I look forward to reading up on this forum regularly....
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