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Noob Build - Efficient/Quiet Build

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Hello,

I am looking at building my first HTPC. (efficient and low consumption)
I must admit; I am not really knowledgeable on all the pieces needed and how they all fit. I have been reading tons of information online.
I am looking for a HTPC that would stream HD (720p and 1080p) content that is downloaded. The HTPC would be running a bit torrent client in either Windows or Linux. (If possible this would also replace my file - media server)

I have been looking at the Zotac IonITX F-E http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...7;20IONITX-F-E.
Is the ASUS AT5IONT better?

Is there another mobo/cpu combine that would be better.
Any case recommendations with power supply?

Budget $300-$400

Any help and guidance would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks
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hi, i'm planning a simular config as well
but i'm worried about some pci-e issues i've been reading at the newegg.com
reviews page for the ASUS AT5IONT-I
i do have a planned config using the asus model (mobo looks alot more interesting than the zotac one does)

btw, last and first name brand pc i ever got in my life was a c128, every other pc i ever had was something i built...first pc i built was made from salvaged parts at flea markets, cpu came from a translator...i breadboarded it first then made my first mobo with parts from radio shack and other supply stores
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