First HTPC Build. For the past week or so I've been doing some research on different components to put together for my first HTPC which is also going to be my first custom PC build. I'm somewhat familiar with understanding how to shop for parts for a PC and...

My First HTPC build. Any and all help please.. Hi All, Thanks for taking a moment to help me. I am going to build my first home theater PC. I have some ideas about what I need it to do. I have picked out some hardware that might work. If you see a problem...

left to make, but I am very interested to get any input you may have. My ultimate purpose for this build is oging to be my attempt at an AIO HTPC. I am building my first HTPC. I have been designing &building systems for 10+ years, and I have learned in that...

HTPC Build - Mobo Decision. I am starting to design my first HTPC build. I've decided on an AMD-based system using a Phenom II X3 705e CPU. I've decided on going with a 790GX MB, but I am crossed between the Gigabyte GA-MA790GPT-UD3H, the Asus M4A78T-E, & the...

HTPC AMD Build - Need Advice on Silence vs Price. After many hours researching suggested HTPC/Silent Builds at review sites, I've come up with a reasonably priced (<$1,400 before mail in rebates...) HTPC which is capable of full 1080p Blu Ray playback and DTS...

HTPC Build For Under $500.00. I'm thinking on building an HTPC (some parts I have), here's what I need, I opted not to go with a HD Tuner card because I aleady have a PVR with remote that does HD, so I can live without it on the HTPC. Here's my parts list,...

HTPC Build Review. Hey there, Can you folks provide some feedback on my potential build here? I'm completely open to suggestions. Thanks In Advance APPROXIMATE PURCHASE DATE: Before the end of the year SYSTEM USAGE FROM MOST TO LEAST IMPORTANT:...

Corsair Labs 2009 HTPC Build Log. We did an HTPC build back in 2007 that was a lot of fun. We've revisited the subject and used some great new products including our H50 CPU cooler, X64SSD, CX400 PSU, and 2 different memory kits. Take a look here: ...

750 HTPC Build Help. Hey guys, I’m not a gamer but would like your input on this HTPC. BUDGET RANGE: 750 MAX after rebates but the cheaper the better. SYSTEM USAGE: Multi-tasking. I usually have a poker client (12 tables), smallish SQL database, music,...

Audio question for new HTPC build. Hi, I am looking for info and advice on a HTPC build related to audio. I bought recently a nice set of speakers (5.1) for my home theater and I also got a decent yamaha receiver. I love music and look forward (among other...