Hi,
I've been overwhelmed trying to build my custom HTPC. I've read a number of posts on here for background info in making my choices. I'd be very appreciative if people could "vet"/comment of my selections before I buy anything.
Requirements:
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The system will be used to play h.264 (MKV) video off a network attached storage device (Qnap TS-112) and for internet browsing / internet video.
It will be connected via HDMI to my AV receiver and outputted to my 32 inch TV.
I won't be playing any games on it and have no need for any optical drives.
As it will be in the living room next to the TV, noise is a concern.
Here is what I've selected:
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Processor: Intel Core i3-4330 Dual-Core Processo
http/pcpartpicker.com/part/intel-cpu-bx80646i34330
Mini-ITX Motherboard: ASUS H81I-PLUS
https/www.asus.com/Motherboards/H81IPLUS/#specifications
Memory: 4GB (2x3GB) DDR3 Kingston HyperX Genesis
http/www.kingston.com/datasheets/KHX1600C9AD3K2_4G.pdf
Mini-ITX Case: BitFenix Prodigy Midnight Black or LIAN-LI PC-Q07B Black Aluminum Mini-ITX Tower Computer Case
http/www.canadacomputers.com/product_info.php?cPath=6_631&item_id=049443
or http/www.canadacomputers.com/product_info.php?cPath=6_631&item_id=061585
PSU: Corsair Builder Series Modular CX500M 500 Watt
http/www.canadacomputers.com/product_info.php?cPath=33_1238_442&item_id=056810
OS: Windows 7
Thanks in advance.
I've been overwhelmed trying to build my custom HTPC. I've read a number of posts on here for background info in making my choices. I'd be very appreciative if people could "vet"/comment of my selections before I buy anything.
Requirements:
------------------
The system will be used to play h.264 (MKV) video off a network attached storage device (Qnap TS-112) and for internet browsing / internet video.
It will be connected via HDMI to my AV receiver and outputted to my 32 inch TV.
I won't be playing any games on it and have no need for any optical drives.
As it will be in the living room next to the TV, noise is a concern.
Here is what I've selected:
---------------------------------
Processor: Intel Core i3-4330 Dual-Core Processo
http/pcpartpicker.com/part/intel-cpu-bx80646i34330
Mini-ITX Motherboard: ASUS H81I-PLUS
https/www.asus.com/Motherboards/H81IPLUS/#specifications
Memory: 4GB (2x3GB) DDR3 Kingston HyperX Genesis
http/www.kingston.com/datasheets/KHX1600C9AD3K2_4G.pdf
Mini-ITX Case: BitFenix Prodigy Midnight Black or LIAN-LI PC-Q07B Black Aluminum Mini-ITX Tower Computer Case
http/www.canadacomputers.com/product_info.php?cPath=6_631&item_id=049443
or http/www.canadacomputers.com/product_info.php?cPath=6_631&item_id=061585
PSU: Corsair Builder Series Modular CX500M 500 Watt
http/www.canadacomputers.com/product_info.php?cPath=33_1238_442&item_id=056810
OS: Windows 7
Thanks in advance.