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amdwilliam1985   08-14-2008 at 11:00:29 PM

Hi, I'm looking to build a new(cheap) system to act as a home server for file storage and backups, and watch HD videos on my 32" 720p LCD.

cpu: AMD Athlon X2 4050e 2.1GHz
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod [...] 6819103257

mobo: GIGABYTE GA-MA78GM-S2H
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod [...] 6813128090

ram: G.SKILL 2GB (2 x 1GB) 240-Pin DDR2
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod [...] 6820231098

hard drive: I got a spare 250gb and a 320gb external.

optical: SAMSUNG Black SATA
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Prod [...] 6827151171

case: either Antec mini 180p or Antec Sonata III, when it's on sale again :)

Please comment on the system, how is the motherboard if I'm going to do light oc? I like to keep it as quiet as possible. Also keep in mind that, I'm going to run the system 24/7, so wattage is very important. Hope to keep it under 50watts/idle and 100watts/load.
Thanks in advance.

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chookman   08-15-2008 at 12:04:01 AM
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Why would you want to OC a HTPC?

All selections look good, however, wouldnt you want to go for a HTPC case? Antec have the NSK2480 which is nice.

If you want to keep the power usage low youd be better underclocking. maybe hibernate when not in use?

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amdwilliam1985   08-15-2008 at 01:18:50 AM
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thank you for your reply. I only ask about oc to keep the option open for the future.

I heard most htpc cases are actually more hotter and more expensive comparing to towers. I like to keep the fan numbers to the minimum to reduce noises.

I don't think I'm going to use hibernating, so it is available instantly when needed. Also, I might run a personal web server on it too.

Anyone got reviews about these amd 4x50 cpu?

Anyone heard about the new up coming dual core Atom?

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rwpritchett   08-15-2008 at 01:40:58 AM
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Go for the newer Gigabyte GA-MA78GPM-DS2H. It's a little more $$$ but comes with 128MB sideport memory onboard.

If you plan on having this server out in the open, then I second the suggestion for a true HTPC case or at least a cube SFF case. Heat and noise are all dependant on how you set it up and the parts you choose.

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amdwilliam1985   08-15-2008 at 05:36:46 AM
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anyone know anything about the 4x50 cpus? I did a quick google search, no reviews show up.

anyone know anything about the new upcoming dual-core Atom?

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