+- Kodi Community Forum (https://forum.kodi.tv)
+-- Forum: Discussions (https://forum.kodi.tv/forumdisplay.php?fid=222)
+--- Forum: Hardware (https://forum.kodi.tv/forumdisplay.php?fid=112)
+--- Thread: Which HTPC to choose for XBMC (/showthread.php?tid=126044)
Which HTPC to choose for XBMC - gerazzo - 2012-03-20
Hi everyone,
I'd like to buy an HTPC to be set as XBMC player.
I don't need disk space because I have all the videos on a NAS.
What I really need is:
- Fast boot time.... possibly directly with XBMC (It is possible a dual boot? Windows and XBMC?)
- Gigabit LAN port (for Full HD streaming)
- A remote controller perfectly compatible with XBMC
I've seen these product what you think?:
- Asrock (really interesting the instant boot feature)
- Asus
- Acer
Do you know also other brands?
Thanks
RE: Which HTPC to choose for XBMC - ashani - 2012-03-20
i have been using zotac zbox nano AD10, in have put in 4gm ram and 64gb ssd, has been working great with external readynas duo for storage
RE: Which HTPC to choose for XBMC - xbmcsnapper - 2012-03-20
You could also consider Shuttle and Zotac for small form factor PCs, but first, look here and here for more guidance.
RE: Which HTPC to choose for XBMC - gerazzo - 2012-03-21
Thanks for the reply
I also considered the Shuttle XG41 chassis.... I have my OLD PC from where i can take the Core2Duo CPU, The RAM act...
In this way I can re-utilize old PC parts. What I have noticed is that the Shuttle XG41 chassis hasn't the IR on the front for the remote controller.
Which barebone (only chassis + mono + AC adapter) has the integrated IR? in need the power on/off feature... and i need something for the socket 775..
Thanks
RE: Which HTPC to choose for XBMC - gerazzo - 2012-03-22
up
in alternative I could also buy something all-in like Xtreamer Ultra or Boxee but i need the gigabit lag and the full compatibility with XBMC.
Is there any recommended brand from XBMC? what you think about ASROCK?
Thanks