2011-06-01, 11:33
Hi All
After using the original xbox for a number of years (had three of them at one stage all running XBMC) I have tried the popcornhour but just do not like it and neither does the wife.
So I am looking to go down the HTPC way now.
I have come up with some specs and wonder if you could give your input if you think this would be a good system.
Mobo : Asrock H67M-ITX/HT $137
http://www.asrock.com/mb/overview.asp?Model=H67M-ITX/HT
CPU : i3 2100 $123
Memory : 4gig (2x2gig) $43
Case : Aywun A1-9189 $49
http://www.aywun.com/ProductDetails.asp?ID=68
I am probably going to use a WD green 2TB hard drive that I have laying around to store the media direct on the system.
My major issue is do you think the 150W (max 200w) power supply that comes with the case will be sufficient or will I need to move upto a case that has/supports are larger PSU. Is there anything else that I am missing?
I will more than likely run windows 7 and don't have a 3d TV so that is not an issue at all. I am sourcing most of the parts from a local store here in Sydney.
Your advice is appreciated
Thanks
After using the original xbox for a number of years (had three of them at one stage all running XBMC) I have tried the popcornhour but just do not like it and neither does the wife.
So I am looking to go down the HTPC way now.
I have come up with some specs and wonder if you could give your input if you think this would be a good system.
Mobo : Asrock H67M-ITX/HT $137
http://www.asrock.com/mb/overview.asp?Model=H67M-ITX/HT
CPU : i3 2100 $123
Memory : 4gig (2x2gig) $43
Case : Aywun A1-9189 $49
http://www.aywun.com/ProductDetails.asp?ID=68
I am probably going to use a WD green 2TB hard drive that I have laying around to store the media direct on the system.
My major issue is do you think the 150W (max 200w) power supply that comes with the case will be sufficient or will I need to move upto a case that has/supports are larger PSU. Is there anything else that I am missing?
I will more than likely run windows 7 and don't have a 3d TV so that is not an issue at all. I am sourcing most of the parts from a local store here in Sydney.
Your advice is appreciated
Thanks