I need some feedback on this build. This is my first time building any sort of computer, and I have a very limited knowledge of parts, so any help would be very much appreciated.
I am trying to build a HTPC for my parents because their old computer crapped out on them. The only things they will be using the computer for are streaming Netflix instant and the like, downloading movies and tv shows, and occasionally checking their email. The computer will be hooked up to their 1080p HDTV through an HDMI cable, and they will only be using the TV speakers to run sound since they don't have any speakers set up.
Approximate Purchase Date: this week, the sooner the better since I'm going to be leaving town in a few weeks
Budget Range: 300-400 preferably, but can go up a little above 400 if absolutely necessary
System Usage from Most to Least Important: downloading/streaming movies and checking email.
Are you buying a monitor: No, it'll run through their 1080p TV
Do you need to buy OS: Yes
Additional Comments: the quieter the better, if possible in my price range. my parents get annoyed by the smallest sounds.
This is the build that I have come up with so far:
http://pcpartpicker.com/user/bson18/saved/1qgf
CPU: AMD A4-5300 3.4GHz Dual-Core Processor
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 Plus 76.8 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler
Motherboard: MSI FM2-A55M-E33 Micro ATX FM2 Motherboard
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws Series 4GB (1 x 4GB) DDR3-1333 Memory
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive
Wireless Network Adapter: Encore ENUWI-1XN42 802.11b/g/n USB 2.0 Wi-Fi Adapter
Case: Rosewill Blackbone ATX Mid Tower Case
Power Supply: Rosewill 350W ATX Power Supply
Optical Drive: Samsung SH-224BB DVD/CD Writer
OS: Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium SP1 (OEM) (64-bit)
Also, I have a few questions:
Do I need a sound card if I am just trying to run audio through an HDMI cable to their TV and use the built in TV speakers?
Do I need a graphics card with the motherboard that I picked out? I think I read somewhere that it has onboard video which I assumed means that it already has a GPU.
Are any of these parts that I picked out overkill for the level of performance that I need?
Again, any help would be very much appreciated.
Thanks.
I am trying to build a HTPC for my parents because their old computer crapped out on them. The only things they will be using the computer for are streaming Netflix instant and the like, downloading movies and tv shows, and occasionally checking their email. The computer will be hooked up to their 1080p HDTV through an HDMI cable, and they will only be using the TV speakers to run sound since they don't have any speakers set up.
Approximate Purchase Date: this week, the sooner the better since I'm going to be leaving town in a few weeks
Budget Range: 300-400 preferably, but can go up a little above 400 if absolutely necessary
System Usage from Most to Least Important: downloading/streaming movies and checking email.
Are you buying a monitor: No, it'll run through their 1080p TV
Do you need to buy OS: Yes
Additional Comments: the quieter the better, if possible in my price range. my parents get annoyed by the smallest sounds.
This is the build that I have come up with so far:
http://pcpartpicker.com/user/bson18/saved/1qgf
CPU: AMD A4-5300 3.4GHz Dual-Core Processor
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 Plus 76.8 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler
Motherboard: MSI FM2-A55M-E33 Micro ATX FM2 Motherboard
Memory: G.Skill Ripjaws Series 4GB (1 x 4GB) DDR3-1333 Memory
Storage: Seagate Barracuda 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive
Wireless Network Adapter: Encore ENUWI-1XN42 802.11b/g/n USB 2.0 Wi-Fi Adapter
Case: Rosewill Blackbone ATX Mid Tower Case
Power Supply: Rosewill 350W ATX Power Supply
Optical Drive: Samsung SH-224BB DVD/CD Writer
OS: Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium SP1 (OEM) (64-bit)
Also, I have a few questions:
Do I need a sound card if I am just trying to run audio through an HDMI cable to their TV and use the built in TV speakers?
Do I need a graphics card with the motherboard that I picked out? I think I read somewhere that it has onboard video which I assumed means that it already has a GPU.
Are any of these parts that I picked out overkill for the level of performance that I need?
Again, any help would be very much appreciated.
Thanks.
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