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Thanks ! During august i replaced two 500go by a seagate 2to ! For the VGA card, it's the Intel's chipset which is doing the job ! (very well !) So no more warm and noise ... ;) For me it's enough for a pc which is only HTPC (no game etc...) Ok for Streamed MP, i'll try it....
Thanks ! During august i replaced two 500go by a seagate 2to ! For the VGA card, it's the Intel's chipset which is doing the job...
Hi all ! I decided to publish my photos of my "precious" lol I Bought Asus mobo and processor in december 2011,the Silverstone...
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The build was finished few months ago and now I finally found some time to write few lines about it... https://forum.team-mediaportal.com/threads/silverstone-grandia-as-a-living-room-mepo-client.110501/
The build was finished few months ago and now I finally found some time to write few lines about it...
Target use-case is pure “living room” HTPC, i.e. watching TV and videos in client-only configuration. No gaming, “MS Officing” or...
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Construction took about then months. Case: Bitefenix Merc Aplha visit on page Motherboard model: Gigabyte Z68XP-UD3P visit on page Processor model : CPU Intel Core i3-2100T-2.5GHz 1155pin 3M Box visit on page Ram memory : A-DATA DDR3 8GB 1333 (2 x 4 Gb kit) SSD Disk : 64 Gb SSD Hdd Disks : 1x 1TB + 1x 250Gb + 2x 500Gb Power Supply...
Construction took about then months. Case: Bitefenix Merc Aplha visit on page Motherboard model: Gigabyte Z68XP-UD3P visit on...
Construction took about then months. Case: Bitefenix Merc Aplha visit on page Motherboard model: Gigabyte Z68XP-UD3P visit on...
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How about shifting much of the storage into a NAS. Then you don't need the main pC on to acces the media, and if you run SABnzbd on the Acer, it can access it as well?
How about shifting much of the storage into a NAS. Then you don't need the main pC on to acces the media, and if you run SABnzbd on...
Hi! I'm currently planning my Home Media Setup for my new apartment. I'm just gonna post my plans here, curious about your...
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Forgive me as I am a bit out of touch.... So from what I read an APU replaces the need for a graphics card, is that correct? and by what your saying it will handle my needs above? I forgot to mention that I want to be able to play online content as well.
Forgive me as I am a bit out of touch.... So from what I read an APU replaces the need for a graphics card, is that correct? and by...
Hi all, I was hoping to get some expert advice with what hardware I need for my HTPC build. Here is some info: 1. Firstly its...
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MP1 MP2 Ongoing HTPC for 3D DE
you will need a HDMI 1.4a cable to send the 3d video out of your htpc to a 3d capable TV, just FYI, not any regular HDMI cable
you will need a HDMI 1.4a cable to send the 3d video out of your htpc to a 3d capable TV, just FYI, not any regular HDMI cable
Hi there, i now on the way to build my new HTPC. These are the components I'v ordered right now: CPU AMD A8 3870K ASRock A75...
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Hi guys, Nothing to show, but a little update...... The Seasonic PSU failed on me... but it was swapped out under warranty (one week turn around). The replacement has a very very quiet hum (only hear it with head against the HTPC). I'm now running an i7 ivy bridge (was built with an AMD) - so my hope of it being interchangable...
Hi guys, Nothing to show, but a little update...... The Seasonic PSU failed on me... but it was swapped out under warranty (one...
Hi there, I started off playing with Mediaportal several years ago now... then about two years ago I decided to build a HTPC. I...
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WTF !!!!! Respect !!
WTF !!!!! Respect !!
Note: Since I've been building this server over the last year there is probably new hardware out that that is better then the one...
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Hi Dave, Its all in situ and in use... But the mod to make it fit is quite straight forward (just need a junior hacksaw and nerves) You you disassemble the MS IR receiver: Two screws hidden under the rubber feet Then the unit should come apart All you need to do is trim a square off the corner: Unplug the cable...
Hi Dave, Its all in situ and in use... But the mod to make it fit is quite straight forward (just need a junior hacksaw and...
I want to build a new MP client. Not that I need one, I just want to build one. It's to replace my Z552 client, it's an old...
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As it is bit too fast/loud to my taste I would run it slower... but I have this tick when it comes to noise... Had a look on the case. The mesh in the side panels are self made? Great work!
As it is bit too fast/loud to my taste I would run it slower... but I have this tick when it comes to noise... Had a look on the...
Project Name “Silver spiders” Primary system: Case - Thermaltake DH 202 Power Supply - Thermaltake TR2 RX 550W Motherboard...
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Hey! After giving this some thought, I'm thinking of putting together a radio / music player (to replace an old sony CD/ Radio player) using an MSI U100 Wind I found laying around. I'm planning on converting it fully to radio looking device, using an MCE remote and a touch panel. (I'll post some pictures, if I ever get this...
Hey! After giving this some thought, I'm thinking of putting together a radio / music player (to replace an old sony CD/ Radio...
Hey! After giving this some thought, I'm thinking of putting together a radio / music player (to replace an old sony CD/ Radio...
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Looks very good, i like the new htpc case.
Looks very good, i like the new htpc case.
A Thanks to my wife, who was so patient with me :* Had an old MediaCenter, which was in a horrible case. Goal in that time (last...
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UPDATE Well some parts have finally come, hard drive, SSD, ram and motherboard. Here's the Gigabyte Z77 UDH3 fitted into place I've sceuced the SSD with some stick back adhesive to the rear of the motherboard tray. However the rest of the cables look like a real mess I will have to clean this up with some cable ties at...
UPDATE Well some parts have finally come, hard drive, SSD, ram and motherboard. Here's the Gigabyte Z77 UDH3 fitted into...
Firstly I should point out that this is not strictly an HTPC but it will be used as media centre. Firstly the case - Lian Li...
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I forgot to add that I also have a 2TB SATA2 WD "Green" drive for recording purposes from the tuner. The SSD is just for the OS and application installs, plus it's less heat and less noise to generate inside the case with two hard drives present.
I forgot to add that I also have a 2TB SATA2 WD "Green" drive for recording purposes from the tuner. The SSD is just for the OS...
So here's what I have ordered so far (on 6/6/2012): Chassis: SilverStone Grandia GD02B Motherboard: Biostar TA75M Socket F1...
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That's awesome! hope I can throw a couple of Q's at you when I get started :) You wouldn't happen to have some guide or maybe you could write one for us beginners?
That's awesome! hope I can throw a couple of Q's at you when I get started :) You wouldn't happen to have some guide or maybe you...
Hi I'm about to buy a HP server to install in our new house. The idea is to run Tv-server in a VM and a couple of other things...
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That's sick I use to do high end systems and you know the couch that has the armrest in the middle that opens for storage thay wood cut a screen then wire the house controles in it .the controls were huge an take up the hole bin but it was cool. You might want to look in to rack mount desks for control rooms thay have monitor mounts...
That's sick I use to do high end systems and you know the couch that has the armrest in the middle that opens for storage thay wood...
I Am about to start new project, yes touch screen table in living room to control my media portal. As it is now I have WHS in a...
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Which Skin are u using Kosso? I'm using "Avalon" at the moment.
Which Skin are u using Kosso? I'm using "Avalon" at the moment.
Hello, I've wanted to get a HTPC for years, but 1 year ago I took the step and built one, I haven't felt its completed since...
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MMannai, Thanks. I gave the client a fixed IP adresse and that solved the issue. Remote now Works and the main functionality to search and play music is fantastic. Now I can play music with the TV turner off. I confirm the lag on the remote.
MMannai, Thanks. I gave the client a fixed IP adresse and that solved the issue. Remote now Works and the main functionality to...
Hey, Greetings from Bahrain, I've been experimenting with MediaPortal for a year now, and now that MP 1.2 seems to offer the...
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Technically, there's nothing stopping a client being built for Android that could use a native stream. So, for example, you could run an MP server on one machine, and have a phone / tablet / GoogleTV as a client. I already do this on my phone and tablet using aMPDroid, but I use an encoded stream. This works really well.
Technically, there's nothing stopping a client being built for Android that could use a native stream. So, for example, you could...
Hi, I know Mediaportal is designed by .net, and now it's only windows version, is there any way to port this exellent S/W to...
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I have to install drivers/software. So thank you for the information. Edit: i had problems with playing hd-files first. But with lav-filters everything works fine.
I have to install drivers/software. So thank you for the information. Edit: i had problems with playing hd-files first. But with...
Okay, i am playing with an idea to build a HTPC. My knowledge about hardware is rather poor. So i'd like to have some advice. What...
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About this time last year, I set out to build the cheapest HTPC I could find that could still play 1080p x264 content and came up with (very close to) this: http://secure.newegg.com/WishList/PublicWishDetail.aspx?WishListNumber=16702511 The Sempron 140 is what i used in my build. I was able to core unlock it, to enable two cores...
About this time last year, I set out to build the cheapest HTPC I could find that could still play 1080p x264 content and came up...
Hello I am hoping some people may be able to help me with a HTPC Build I know how to put all of the hardware of a PC together well...
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Thanks!
Thanks!
a make my HTPC in case from my old VCR. For why i use VCR case ? in Russia is hard to find good, small HTPC case in HTPC i...
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Hey :) yep it is rather complex, saved buying an expensive video matrix tho :p It was originally more complex than that lol, I had another AV switch with loop-backs to allow any device on any screen at will, but it's not really necessary :rolleyes: It cost around £100 for the kit to do this, a 4x4 video matrix unit would have cost...
Hey :) yep it is rather complex, saved buying an expensive video matrix tho :p It was originally more complex than that lol, I...
Hey people! Only just signed up to the forum, I thought I'd add my contribution. I have a lot of experience building PCs, infact...
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Another recommendation for HandBrake. You will get better compression (mkv, x264 codec) and more choices, and it will take care of the black borders. Personally, I use DVD FAB for ripping (one click) and Handbrake for encoding (more or less one click, use AC3 passthru for audio so you don't lose on quality, 400 MB per hour of video...
Another recommendation for HandBrake. You will get better compression (mkv, x264 codec) and more choices, and it will take care of...
Hi, I've recently bought an HTPC to store all my DVDs but am having issues with the best format to rip to, and also with black...
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https://www.team-mediaportal.com/extensions/video-audio/lav-filters This is the only filter/codec I use and everything plays flawlessly. It can also bit stream HD audio
https://www.team-mediaportal.com/extensions/video-audio/lav-filters This is the only filter/codec I use and everything plays...
Hi! I'm from Portugal and i think it's time to show my ongoing HTPC project. CASE: Nox Media II HTPC CPU: Intel i3-2100 MB...
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Finished and placed where it belongs :)
Finished and placed where it belongs :)
It is based upon an empty Slimline-series 1U box made by Hifi-2000 in Bologna, Italy. Full DIY to house a complete HTPC system with...
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Construction took about six months. Technical specifications: - Motherboard model : Intel® Desktop Board DH57JG visit on page - Processor model : Intel® Core® i3 Processor 540 (73W) (This was not a good choice :-) ) visit on page - Ram memory : A-DATA DDR3 4GB 1333 (2 x 2 Gb kit) - SSD Disk : 64 Gb SSDNow V100 visit on page - Case...
Construction took about six months. Technical specifications: - Motherboard model : Intel® Desktop Board DH57JG visit on page -...
Construction took about six months. Technical specifications: - Motherboard model : Intel® Desktop Board DH57JG visit on page -...
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Very nice build and it looks realy great.
Very nice build and it looks realy great.
Media Portal is basic part of my audio video system. I use a central server based on the standard PC and standard operating system...
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Very nice setup indeed. Also the cabinet looks realy great, nice and clean. Happy to see a another dutchmen with a nice htpc build :D
Very nice setup indeed. Also the cabinet looks realy great, nice and clean. Happy to see a another dutchmen with a nice htpc build :D
Hi All! I have been a HTPC user since 2004, I started with Windows XP MCE edition and an Hauppauge Analog card. I was a student...
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Hi there, It's been a while, but as the motherboard broke down, I was forced into upgrading the HTPC's contents :) As a case like this is hard to come by nowadays, I decided to stick with it. And I still like it very much. New hardware: Mobo: Asus E45M1-M Pro. Love this board. Small, easy to install, integrated A/V, passively...
Hi there, It's been a while, but as the motherboard broke down, I was forced into upgrading the HTPC's contents :) As a case like...
All finished and it looks great! I thought it is good to post my findings here for other ppl that are thinking of buying this case...
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