HI,
I want to build a HTPC.
I want the HTPC to be able to play 1080p flawlessly and 3D would be nice but not a requirement. I'm not interested in gaming.
The HTPC must:
1. Play 1080p without stuttering.
2. Play analog 5.1 surround sound.
3. Allow me to connect an HD antenna and watch OTA local channels.
4. Automatically load XBMC on startup.
5. Be silent and cool.
6. As small as possible.
Price range: about $500 but willing to pay more depending on what features.
I have an old PC that I want to make it a NAS.
The NAS must:
1. Allow me to access my movies/tv shows anywhere around the house.
2. Be able to stay on 24/7
3. Must be cool
4. Must use low power.
Now for the questions:
1. Are NAS HDD's necessary or do any HDD's work?
2. Are SDD's worth the extra money for the HTPC?
I already have speakers, a mouse, keyboard, and TV.
I do not need an optical drive or Windows OS.
Thank you.
I want to build a HTPC.
I want the HTPC to be able to play 1080p flawlessly and 3D would be nice but not a requirement. I'm not interested in gaming.
The HTPC must:
1. Play 1080p without stuttering.
2. Play analog 5.1 surround sound.
3. Allow me to connect an HD antenna and watch OTA local channels.
4. Automatically load XBMC on startup.
5. Be silent and cool.
6. As small as possible.
Price range: about $500 but willing to pay more depending on what features.
I have an old PC that I want to make it a NAS.
The NAS must:
1. Allow me to access my movies/tv shows anywhere around the house.
2. Be able to stay on 24/7
3. Must be cool
4. Must use low power.
Now for the questions:
1. Are NAS HDD's necessary or do any HDD's work?
2. Are SDD's worth the extra money for the HTPC?
I already have speakers, a mouse, keyboard, and TV.
I do not need an optical drive or Windows OS.
Thank you.