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Should do fine, just ensure you check the BIOS once the system is together as it may start the RAM in 1333MHZ and you will need to change. The system from guypetj above looks good for a client but I you are adding a tuner card etc I would go with what you have decided. Also the Asus motherboard has 2G shared memory with the GPU...
Should do fine, just ensure you check the BIOS once the system is together as it may start the RAM in 1333MHZ and you will need to...
Hi all, I'm looking to upgrade my current htpc to something a bit more streamlined (nicer smaller case, less power use etc) and...
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MP1 MP2 A perfect client pc DE
About 2 years ago I got myself a Gateway SX2801 pc as client. I bought this because of its size and features. This little computer has been a very welcome surprise ever since. I’ve not been able to match its power and silence, whisper quiet, with any of the HTPC’s I build myself. Recently I replace 2 of my older HTPCs with a newer...
About 2 years ago I got myself a Gateway SX2801 pc as client. I bought this because of its size and features. This little computer...
About 2 years ago I got myself a Gateway SX2801 pc as client. I bought this because of its size and features. This little computer...
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At work, I have one of these fitted with a low-profile HD5450 (http://www.ebuyer.com/199429-sapphire-hd-5450-512mb-ddr3-hdmi-dvi-vga-out-pci-e-low-profile-11166-01-20r) so I suspect the HD6450 equivalent would also fit e.g http://www.ebuyer.com/265351-sapphire-hd-6450-512mb-ddr3-hm-vga-dvi-hdmi-pci-e-graphics-card-11190-04-20g You...
At work, I have one of these fitted with a low-profile HD5450...
Dear all, These days I have received an all new Proliant Micro Server, should be an N36L. All that I found out yet is that the...
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Schau mal im ATI Treiber Option rein, ob HDCP Aktiv ist. Ich weis nicht genau wo das ist...
Schau mal im ATI Treiber Option rein, ob HDCP Aktiv ist. Ich weis nicht genau wo das ist...
My setup: * Radeon HD 6450 * 3D-LCD: Samsung UE60D6300 * further: 1.4 HDMI cable and PowerDVD12. But i´m not able to watch...
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I hope so, nothing worse than these intermittent, non-logical problems. :confused:
I hope so, nothing worse than these intermittent, non-logical problems. :confused:
Hey guys, since I added a TBS 6981 DVB-S Card to my system and moved to a new flat my system is somewhat unstable. The symptons...
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MP1 MP2 Budget build DE
Personal opinion - the GT520 is not powerful enough for MP + 1080p display + 1080i video, for nVidia look at GT430/440/530/620/630 i.e. a minimum of 96 CUDA cores (the GT520 has 48) My take on things would be: G540 + GT520 = low(ish) end CPU + low end GPU A8-5500 = mid range CPU + low/mid range GPU (but make sure you use...
Personal opinion - the GT520 is not powerful enough for MP + 1080p display + 1080i video, for nVidia look at GT430/440/530/620/630...
Hi there, Im building a basic HTPC for my parents. Im looking to not have any overkill at all. Just the basic hardware/lowest cost...
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Also look at: HDPlex A-Tech Fabrication J.
Also look at: HDPlex A-Tech Fabrication J.
Hi Folks, As my current Mac mini is now serving as htpc running MP since at least 6 years, it is now time to go for an upgrade...
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I would definately go for a Streacom case, very small an verrrrry good looking. Now i own a Asrock Vision3D, bought it just for the looks. These Streacom cases look nearly the same.
I would definately go for a Streacom case, very small an verrrrry good looking. Now i own a Asrock Vision3D, bought it just for...
Hello, Having used my Revo to extend mediaportal into my bedroom for the past few years, I have decided that it has had its day...
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0% is where you want it, unless you have a TV that doesn't support 1:1 mapping, in which case you are forced to adjust the overscan so that you can see the entire picture without the edges being cut off.
0% is where you want it, unless you have a TV that doesn't support 1:1 mapping, in which case you are forced to adjust the overscan...
I'm trying to achieve pixel perfect screens on an HDTV which does not have any sort of "direct" HDMI mode. We surely don't want the...
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Guys, Thanks for your help, after a minor installation hiccup I've got a trial setup running. A quick test shows it can record and view at the same time...so, so far so good. We'll try a bit more stress testing through the week and see how things go. Thanks again! C FYI, testing server has E2130 (dual core 1.8Ghz intel): 8Gb Ram...
Guys, Thanks for your help, after a minor installation hiccup I've got a trial setup running. A quick test shows it can record and...
Hi there, I'm looking to move the TV service out of the lounge room and onto the server in the study. I've been running the current...
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Never mind, it was a broken HDMI cable. *sigh of relief* Emph
Never mind, it was a broken HDMI cable. *sigh of relief* Emph
I've been using MediaPortal for a long time with this setup: GeForce 430 GT (HDMI) ->Pioneer receiver (bitstreaming AC3/DTS/HD...
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Hi! I want to build an opensource/linux based HTPC which has some special requirements: The case is limited to 404*216*75 mm (a first generation Commodore C64) It should be able to play 3D on my Acer K330 (requires: 1280x800 @120Hz consecutive Frame 3D) What is working: An adapter from the C64-Keyboard and Joysticks to USB working...
Hi! I want to build an opensource/linux based HTPC which has some special requirements: The case is limited to 404*216*75 mm (a...
Hi! I want to build an opensource/linux based HTPC which has some special requirements: The case is limited to 404*216*75 mm (a...
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MP1 MP2 Quality HDMI cables DE
Sure, you need a decent one... I usually use Vanco and decent Cat6 cables (have it on a roll, so I get the proper length I need). Had very good experience with this one: http://www.vanco1.com/catalog/Extenders_171/HDMI-Extender-over-2-UTP-Cables-with-IR-Control-100-ft30m_694
Sure, you need a decent one... I usually use Vanco and decent Cat6 cables (have it on a roll, so I get the proper length I need)...
I have always used the cheapest HDMI cables (around £2 for 3 metres) with no issues on all my equipment - XBox, blu-ray, PC -...
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when you like to stream have the i3 not enough power! you must get a i5 Quad Core!
when you like to stream have the i3 not enough power! you must get a i5 Quad Core!
During the last weeks I kept thinking about "reanimating" my MP system and move from a single-seat to a multi-seat installation. I...
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Hi Guys, I'm a bit out of touch with hardware so I'm looking for a bit of advice on what I want to achieve, and what to do with some existing kit I have. :rolleyes: I currently run two Zotac ZBox clients from the HTPC in the living room. The set up runs well and is very stable. (The spec for this is on my sig' ) I am shortly...
Hi Guys, I'm a bit out of touch with hardware so I'm looking for a bit of advice on what I want to achieve, and what to do with...
Hi Guys, I'm a bit out of touch with hardware so I'm looking for a bit of advice on what I want to achieve, and what to do with...
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MP1 MP2 raspberry pi DE
Hi. Not got the money up to now.... But can't wait to read your test report...:p;)
Hi. Not got the money up to now.... But can't wait to read your test report...:p;)
Hi all anyone tried running mediapotal on a raspberry pi board? Quit interested to see how it would go. Could potentially be a tiny...
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Hi, I'm currently awaiting Windows 8 for my next Upgrade of my HTPCs. The plan is to have tablets that are easily docked so one can pick them up and carry them with oneself if one wants or needs to. But I have yet to come across any tablets so far with good docking options. Acer has a great looking tablet and dock...
Hi, I'm currently awaiting Windows 8 for my next Upgrade of my HTPCs. The plan is to have tablets that are easily docked so one can...
Hi, I'm currently awaiting Windows 8 for my next Upgrade of my HTPCs. The plan is to have tablets that are easily docked so one can...
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I would recommend an HP branded MCE compatible remote + receiver from ebay. They come via hong kong and are priced around $10 USD incl P&P. They also come with an IR blaster, and the receiver would be compatible with a harmony remote that is emulating MCE remote. EDIT: They don't seem to sell the one I bought anymore, regardless get...
I would recommend an HP branded MCE compatible remote + receiver from ebay. They come via hong kong and are priced around $10 USD...
Sorry if this is a repeat post but I did conduct a search and couldn't find any threads that related to my post. I have an Antec...
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Hi. If you want the CPU soldered to the board, so no luck... All better (more powerful) CPU are in a socket. But there are lots of Mini-ITX Boards for Sandy Bridge - Ivy Bridge or AMD CPU available so you can choose one of them and use integrated GPU of those...
Hi. If you want the CPU soldered to the board, so no luck... All better (more powerful) CPU are in a socket. But there are lots of...
Hi all, Just after some help on how to upgrade my HTPC. I find navigating through the menu in meadia portal to be slow, loading...
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I have the following in my home; 52" Sony, 55" Samsung and a 70"Sharp. without a doubt the samsung is the winner for picture quality. The Samsung has better color contrast, less reflection on the screen then any of the others. The Sharp is fantastic because of its size, but can't compete with the samsung, just nowhere near the same...
I have the following in my home; 52" Sony, 55" Samsung and a 70"Sharp. without a doubt the samsung is the winner for picture...
I'm currently working on building a HTPC. At the same time I'm trying to find a new TV and hope to find recommendations here...
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You will when you get it in the neck for messing with the TV again! :p
You will when you get it in the neck for messing with the TV again! :p
I really should stop fiddling... but I can't.
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I am getting one of these to play around with. I need to see what the supplied software actually can do or if there is an API. I want to use it for something different for some Studio stuff for a friend where using a mouse/keyboard is often a problem as the hands are occupied. Some gestures would sove this. I failed with the Kinect as...
I am getting one of these to play around with. I need to see what the supplied software actually can do or if there is an API. I...
Starting next year there will be a new product on the market for using your hands and fingers as a remote. It is called the Leap...
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hallo apfel1, ich kann dir nur raten von der ati 7750 die finger weg zu lassen. hatte genau dieses model für ne woche zuhause weil ich hoffte sonic und andere 3d spiele flüssig auf meinem fernseh zocken zu können....was auch ging. ABER: die 7000er Serie von Ati ist alles andere als ausgereift. du benötigst den catalyst...
hallo apfel1, ich kann dir nur raten von der ati 7750 die finger weg zu lassen. hatte genau dieses model für ne woche zuhause...
KOMPONENTEN FÜR EINEN NEUEN HTPC (Home Theater PC) mit Windows Media Center, MediaPortal oder XBMC Ich möchte mir einen...
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I think yes. many people say that the e-350/e-450 is not so smoothly in the menu etc... :(
I think yes. many people say that the e-350/e-450 is not so smoothly in the menu etc... :(
I have been using Mediaportal for two years now and would like to replace my aging MediaPortal singleseat set-up with a multi-seat...
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Looks good!! Installation is finished and yesterday evening and the morning today I had no issue with the client. Thanks to everybody for the technically and morally support :) Will continue with updating the server from WHS2003 to 2011... Cheers henning
Looks good!! Installation is finished and yesterday evening and the morning today I had no issue with the client. Thanks to...
Hi, just switched my Client1 from HDD to a Cruical M3 (FW 000F) 60GB SSD and Win7 64Bit Home Premium. Using MP 1.2.3. with this...
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Amazing, definitely thought it would not even load ;)
Amazing, definitely thought it would not even load ;)
Hi, I have a hugely old Notebook (Samsung X10 1300) lying around here. Its got one of the first centrinos in it (1,3 Ghz) and a...
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HI there - point taken about MDAPI. Having considered it further I have to agree that when it actually comes down to it, when you factor in the fact that you can easily record masses more than you can watch with freesat and freeview for free, it just does not make sense to pay for more channels that ultimately cannot find the time...
HI there - point taken about MDAPI. Having considered it further I have to agree that when it actually comes down to it, when you...
Although I love my mediaportal setup, I do sometimes wish that I had the option of a few extra "paid for" channels. There are a few...
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Below 10% while streaming HD. Not much at all.
Below 10% while streaming HD. Not much at all.
Hi, I have an home server (NAS, downloads) with Intel 945GSEJT (single atom cpu with HT, 1.6GHz) 2 GB 533 DDR2 ram 1.5T WD sata2...
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MP1 MP2 Underperforming Hardware (1 Viewer) DE
Thanks for the advice everyone here is a copy of the most recent log files
Thanks for the advice everyone here is a copy of the most recent log files
Hi All, I Purchased the parts for a mini itx based HTPC thinking that it would handle all 1080p content smoothly (ie watching a...
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okay thanks for that I think what Im doing at the moment is easier :( instead of starting a new thread, does anyone know if the above set up should have any trouble playing 1080p content? I tried avatar and inception and they seemed a bit jumpy (although could be because they are BRRIP) the research I did says that the HTPC I...
okay thanks for that I think what Im doing at the moment is easier :( instead of starting a new thread, does anyone know if the...
Hi All, First post so I hope this hasn't been covered already. I've searched the forums and seen lots of threads about running...
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