2012-04-16, 10:37
Ok so after doing some reading and trying to understand everything I think I have the parts marked out for my first htpc build.
So before I list my parts should probably say what it is I am after from my htpc, I want it to play 1080p movies with full HD audio (DTS-HD) be able to stream online content, I would like the ability to play some games on it also.
For these reasons it seemed to be that putting win7 on it might be my best option.
So down to my hardware, here is what I think will serve me well within my budget (which isnt much!)
AMD Llano A6 A3500 2.1GHz Socket FM1 3MB L2 Cache
Asrock A75M-HVS AMD A75 Socket FM1 5.1 Channel HD Audio mATX Motherboard
Compucase Mini ITX Case - With 120W PSU and Front panel USB2.0 HD Audio
Those the the components I wish to purchase below are the components I already own.
Corsair NOVA 60 GB SATA II SSD
8GB GSKILL Sniper DDR3 RAM
Western Digital 2TB Green HDD
The idea is I use this machine in my entertainment unit and can be used to download and or steam and then use XBMC to watch.
The cost of the components for me to purchase are around £150 and is roughly what I can afford.
There is also an IR receiver thats needs to be purchased so I can use my Harmony 900 to control XBMC.
Any input ideas criticism or just advice much appreciated.
So before I list my parts should probably say what it is I am after from my htpc, I want it to play 1080p movies with full HD audio (DTS-HD) be able to stream online content, I would like the ability to play some games on it also.
For these reasons it seemed to be that putting win7 on it might be my best option.
So down to my hardware, here is what I think will serve me well within my budget (which isnt much!)
AMD Llano A6 A3500 2.1GHz Socket FM1 3MB L2 Cache
Asrock A75M-HVS AMD A75 Socket FM1 5.1 Channel HD Audio mATX Motherboard
Compucase Mini ITX Case - With 120W PSU and Front panel USB2.0 HD Audio
Those the the components I wish to purchase below are the components I already own.
Corsair NOVA 60 GB SATA II SSD
8GB GSKILL Sniper DDR3 RAM
Western Digital 2TB Green HDD
The idea is I use this machine in my entertainment unit and can be used to download and or steam and then use XBMC to watch.
The cost of the components for me to purchase are around £150 and is roughly what I can afford.
There is also an IR receiver thats needs to be purchased so I can use my Harmony 900 to control XBMC.
Any input ideas criticism or just advice much appreciated.