2013-01-13, 18:38
Looking for opinions for my first HTPC. I currently have a Xtreamer Pro, which I use to stream files from the PC. The biggest problem with Xtreamer is it has very poor network connection. It can only utilize about 1/3 of my 100Mb LAN connection (I have 1Gb router but the Xtreamer does only support 100Mb). I get stuttering even with some medium bitrate MKV's. Secondly I could use a little bit nicer GUI
The basic requirements are smooth playback over network and working HD-Audio.
I'm not completely sure do I need this passive case. It is a little bit pricey but some cheaper (but good looking) case + good psu (picoPSU?) + IR receiver wouldn't be that cheap either. The new system should be quiet and reasonably low power.
MB: MSI FM2-A75MA-E35
RAM: 2x2GB 1866MHz
CPU: A6-5400K
CASE: HDPlex H5.Todd w/ 80W PSU and IR reciever
HDD: 64GB SSD (Crucial M4?)
OS: WIN8
(Possible Bluray drive in future)
Any comments or suggestions are welcome.
The basic requirements are smooth playback over network and working HD-Audio.
I'm not completely sure do I need this passive case. It is a little bit pricey but some cheaper (but good looking) case + good psu (picoPSU?) + IR receiver wouldn't be that cheap either. The new system should be quiet and reasonably low power.
MB: MSI FM2-A75MA-E35
RAM: 2x2GB 1866MHz
CPU: A6-5400K
CASE: HDPlex H5.Todd w/ 80W PSU and IR reciever
HDD: 64GB SSD (Crucial M4?)
OS: WIN8
(Possible Bluray drive in future)
Any comments or suggestions are welcome.