2011-10-28, 09:09
Hi all,
Since my dad really don't know how to use a computer (and he's saying that he's to old to learn how to use one) and been bugging me that he wanted to watch movies and tv series that I have on my media server even if I'm away at work, I decided to go on with my dedicated HTPC project (supposed to be a Christmas project). This will enable my dad to just power on the HTPC and watch away (instead of using my work/gaming PC, switching displays, etc). So here's the parts that I have listed
(NOTE: this is my starting list. The final list of hardware can be found on the next page)
Case: SelverStone GD05B
MoBo: Biostar H61MGC
CPU: Intel Celeron G530
PSU: Antec Neo Eco 430
RAM: Kingston HyperX 4GB
SSD: Patriot Torqx 2 32GB
GPU: Asus GT430
IR Receiver: HP
Remote: Logitech Harmony 300i
I'll try to get all/most of the parts on a local store (if the price difference is just a few $) which will save me all the trouble RMAing something if needed.
It will be running XBMC on top of win7 and will also be use for video conferencing.
Suggestions and other inputs are welcome and appreciated.
Finished Build: See the final list of hardware and the finished build here on the next page
Since my dad really don't know how to use a computer (and he's saying that he's to old to learn how to use one) and been bugging me that he wanted to watch movies and tv series that I have on my media server even if I'm away at work, I decided to go on with my dedicated HTPC project (supposed to be a Christmas project). This will enable my dad to just power on the HTPC and watch away (instead of using my work/gaming PC, switching displays, etc). So here's the parts that I have listed
(NOTE: this is my starting list. The final list of hardware can be found on the next page)
Case: SelverStone GD05B
MoBo: Biostar H61MGC
CPU: Intel Celeron G530
PSU: Antec Neo Eco 430
RAM: Kingston HyperX 4GB
SSD: Patriot Torqx 2 32GB
GPU: Asus GT430
IR Receiver: HP
Remote: Logitech Harmony 300i
I'll try to get all/most of the parts on a local store (if the price difference is just a few $) which will save me all the trouble RMAing something if needed.
It will be running XBMC on top of win7 and will also be use for video conferencing.
Suggestions and other inputs are welcome and appreciated.
Finished Build: See the final list of hardware and the finished build here on the next page