So, after few days of intensive browsing, I'm leaning towards:
Gigabyte GA-Z68MX-UD2H-B3; and
Intel Core i3 2100 3,1GHz or Intel Core i3 2105 3,1GHz to start with and then, if I'm not happy with integrated graphics, add:
Asus GeForce ENGT440 DC Silent/DI/1GD3
Main question:
1. What do you think about that choice?
And few more...
So, after few days of intensive browsing, I'm leaning towards:
Gigabyte GA-Z68MX-UD2H-B3; and
Intel Core i3 2100 3,1GHz or Intel...
Short story:
I’m looking for a good MB (micro ATX or smaller), preferably with on-board graphics, potentially with additional...
As I said before, most probably Vista uses a different method. Something like a Level 2 page file.
As I said before, these things have limited R/W times, so R/Wing ita few thousands times per day probably means they just have a few months to live.
As I said before USB sticks are terribly slow.
As I haven't said before (be I thought...
As I said before, most probably Vista uses a different method. Something like a Level 2 page file.
As I said before, these things...
I'm considering upgrading my system (see specs on left side) from 512MB to 1GB, while there stillis DDR(1) on the marked (even if...
Erm - you might want to read the post date for the last post - You just resurrected an oldie :D
I would guess that the OP bought a new card in the intervening 9 months...
lol
Erm - you might want to read the post date for the last post - You just resurrected an oldie :D
I would guess that the OP bought a...
I have finally decided to upgrade my HTPC, but I do not know which way to go regarding onboard graphic or not.
Option 1:
Buy a...
Hi all!
I have a HTPC with E350 (gigabyte MB, 8GB RAM, SSD HDD 32GB, Win 8.2 x64).
CPU ir overclocking to 1700MHz,RAM 1333
MediaPortal 1.7RC + USB DVB-T + MDAPI plus.
Installing SAF 6.2.3 and optimized hardware decoding.
Play 1080p video ~36% CPU with VLC; ~50% CPU with WMC
Play 720p video ~17% CPU with VLC; ~25% CPU with WMC
Run...
Hi all!
I have a HTPC with E350 (gigabyte MB, 8GB RAM, SSD HDD 32GB, Win 8.2 x64).
CPU ir overclocking to 1700MHz,RAM 1333...
Hi!
I was planing to build my HTPC based on AMD e-350. And have some questions.
HTPC Hardware:
MB - ASROCK E350M1
RAM - 4Gb
HTPC...
Its a wee bit old now but i built my HTPC with this board.
Was running Windows Vista, and am Currently running Win7 with no issues.
The Graphics chipset is plenty powerful enough to handle any HTPC work thrown at it, however it is let down by Ati Drivers which seem to be finicky with HDMI setup (once its going its fine, but getting...
Its a wee bit old now but i built my HTPC with this board.
Was running Windows Vista, and am Currently running Win7 with no...
Albatron KI960-AM2
Already found some user reviews on this board that stated some problems with it concerning cooling, board layout and and materials used to create this board, everyone says the same to stay away from thisone.
Already found some user reviews on this board that stated some problems with it concerning cooling, board layout and and materials...
hello
I've been looking around for a suitable motherboards to build my HTPC, anyone has any experience with this XFX 9300...
I have used ASRock J3455-ITX and J4205-ITX. 8-bit HEVC decodes fine and plays fine but 10-bit HEVC results in a stutter every minute or so when the screen resolution is set to UHD. The decoding isn't the issue for 2 reasons. Firstly, the CPU isn't being taxed and secondly, when outputted to 1080P display, there is no stutter...
I have used ASRock J3455-ITX and J4205-ITX. 8-bit HEVC decodes fine and plays fine but 10-bit HEVC results in a stutter every...
Hi,
Been waiting for 4k@60Hz capable micro or mini ITX MB for a long time now. Looks like ASRock has the monopoly on this for...
Finally getting around to write the review…
Hardware purchased to a total price of $461.94 (Breakdown below)
ASROCK J3710 – ITX Mini ITX Motherboard - $179
Samsung 120GB 750 EVO SATA SSD - $69
Antec ISK 110 VESA Case $105
Corsair 8GB DDR3 1600SO-DIMM Laptop Memory $55
Shipping/Other Costs $55.94
Build Notes/Thoughts...
Finally getting around to write the review…
Hardware purchased to a total price of $461.94 (Breakdown below)
ASROCK J3710 – ITX...
I am looking for new MP Client as my existing Client starting from way back with MP version 0.9 has finally powered off for the...
AW: asus at3n7a-i Problem - PLZ help !
öhm ... i flashed the BIOS again (same BIOS)
now the problem is gone ... :-?
i am not sure for how long ...
cross the fingers pls :D
AW: asus at3n7a-i Problem - PLZ help !
öhm ... i flashed the BIOS again (same BIOS)
now the problem is gone ... :-?
i am not...
salü 2 all ...
got a problem with an asus at3n7a-i...
Hardware is:
asus at3n7a-i (mITX ION board)
2 x 1024 MB ram
2.5"...
Hi all,
Anyone have experience with the Asus AT5IONT-I Mini-ITX MB ?
ASUSTeK Computer Inc. - Motherboards - ASUS AT5IONT-I
What I am trying to setup is a HTPC using this type of motherboard (mainly because its silent and not too power hungry).
I intend to use the Hauppauge 'HVR-2250 Dual-tuner TV PCI-E' as my DVBT capture...
Hi all,
Anyone have experience with the Asus AT5IONT-I Mini-ITX MB ?
ASUSTeK Computer Inc. - Motherboards - ASUS AT5IONT-I...
Hi all,
Anyone have experience with the Asus AT5IONT-I Mini-ITX MB ?
ASUSTeK Computer Inc. - Motherboards - ASUS AT5IONT-I...
Yes, if it's just doing normal TV server recording/timeshifting/streaming to an MP client with no transcoding.
Yes, if it's just doing normal TV server recording/timeshifting/streaming to an MP client with no transcoding.
Hi all,
I would like to build a new Tv Server for my MultiSeat Mediaportal configuration (1 Client).
This new Tv-Server should be...
i have the same board.. the intel g45 chipset sucks for video.. no overscan support, i ended up getting an ATi card and slapping it in there. also the board put out less than 5v so you wont be able to power usb powered devices like a HD.
i have the same board.. the intel g45 chipset sucks for video.. no overscan support, i ended up getting an ATi card and slapping it...
I have recently rebuilt my HTPC with an Intel DG45ID but have been disappointed with a number of issues (constant unwanted WOL...
I'm building a HTPC and gaming PC, just wanted get some feed back.
Motherboard
Asus P8z77 premium
CPU
I7 3770k
Graphics card
Asus gtx 690
Ram
Corsair 16gb DDR 3 dual
3 Ssd
Samsung 256gb, raid
Case
I would like to find a extended atx HTPC case.
Cooling
Liquid cooling from frozencpu.com
I'm building a HTPC and gaming PC, just wanted get some feed back.
Motherboard
Asus P8z77 premium
CPU
I7 3770k
Graphics...
I'm building a HTPC and gaming PC, just wanted get some feed back.
Motherboard
Asus P8z77 premium
CPU
I7 3770k
Graphics...
Here are some tips and information about Asus Z97-WS motherboard.
Reviews:
From pcper.com.
Looking at the back of the card you can clearly see that only the main two PCIe slots have 16 lines connected, the other two have only 8.
To change the language of AI Suite 3 in case the installer did not set it up properly you'll need to...
Here are some tips and information about Asus Z97-WS motherboard.
Reviews:
From pcper.com.
Looking at the back of the card you...
Here are some tips and information about Asus Z97-WS motherboard.
Reviews:
From pcper.com.
Looking at the back of the card you...
hi
i am trying to built my first htpc...
the SO is win 7 (32)
FE mediaportal...
but... which mb?
ASUS AT3N7A-I (or wait for the AT5IONT-I... completely passive, usb3 with wireless controller...)
or
ASROCK 880GMH/USB3 (with amd 610e ... only 45w)
which of them work well with mp?
hi
i am trying to built my first htpc...
the SO is win 7 (32)
FE mediaportal...
but... which mb?
ASUS AT3N7A-I (or wait...
hi
i am trying to built my first htpc...
the SO is win 7 (32)
FE mediaportal...
but... which mb?
ASUS AT3N7A-I (or wait...
Yeah that s a good point :D
Yeah that s a good point :D
Hi everyone,
I am soon gonna build a new HTPC. I have been getting infos on the web for quite sometimes now. Until now there was...
ATOM ION 330 boards are cheap as chips now. Make sure you get ION (nvidia 9400) other wise you wont be able to play HD content well.
ATOM ION 330 boards are cheap as chips now. Make sure you get ION (nvidia 9400) other wise you wont be able to play HD content well.
Hello,
Anyone using an Atom D525 with NM10 (GMA 3150) rig for Media Portal?
Is it able to playback 1080p materials stutter...
Yes, thank you very much indeed!
I thought the Celeron would be slower, but I guess I'm proven wrong. http://openbenchmarking.org/result/1306014-FO-GESAMTERG03
And to top it of, the Celeron MOBO is way cheaper :D
Yes, thank you very much indeed!
I thought the Celeron would be slower, but I guess I'm proven wrong...
your opinions on the following scenarios would be greatly appreciated!
I want to install a multiseat system in our new home; We're...
I use geeks for their occasionally good sale items, I bought a USB to IDE adapter there for 10 dollars a couple of months ago, included a psu too. But for major items I prefer Newegg. They also have an extensive review system for most of their items and after reading a few of them you can quickly get the drift of other users...
I use geeks for their occasionally good sale items, I bought a USB to IDE adapter there for 10 dollars a couple of months ago...
This is the first HTPC i've ever built, It's gonna be a full sized computer. I need to know what motherboard/cpu I should get for...
Check this one:
http://www.hardwaresecrets.com/article/380
I had one. It has it's own cooler. I used it with a Core Solo mobile CPU (T1300) and it was completely noiseless. The disadvantage is that you can use only HDMI displays. CRT is not supported, because it doesn't have S- or composite video out and a VGA to SCART is also...
Check this one:
http://www.hardwaresecrets.com/article/380
I had one. It has it's own cooler. I used it with a Core Solo mobile CPU...
Hi Folks,
I am ramping up to buy a HTPC and run mediaportal :) - I am considering buying a Core2Duo Mobile (the Merom range)...
I've got a Gigabyte GA-970A-D3P mboard with onboard HD 7.1 audio outputs. I have a Geforce-based HDMI graphics card that outputs audio and video goes to my TV. I seem to be able to enable audio on either one output or the other, but not both at the same time.
Does anyone know how to do this?
It would be really useful to be able to...
I've got a Gigabyte GA-970A-D3P mboard with onboard HD 7.1 audio outputs. I have a Geforce-based HDMI graphics card that outputs...
I've got a Gigabyte GA-970A-D3P mboard with onboard HD 7.1 audio outputs. I have a Geforce-based HDMI graphics card that outputs...
What are you going to do for input? You'll need an encoder card to pull in at least one video signal. And with a lower end CPU like that you will need something with hardware encoding like a PVR-150.
I started out like you with an older P4 2.4GHz machine. I knew I needed to spend the money on the encoder card($90). But once I...
What are you going to do for input? You'll need an encoder card to pull in at least one video signal. And with a lower end CPU...
I'm trying to build a media center with the old computer parts that I have, but I still need a decent CPU, and I don't know if my...
I'm thinking the new DFI board isn't shipping yet. At least none of the sources I checked have it yet.
I've been buying DFI boards for at least 10 years. Long before they added the flashy stuff and became so expensive. They have always been very reliable and stable. Only one died and that's because the power supply killed it...
I'm thinking the new DFI board isn't shipping yet. At least none of the sources I checked have it yet.
I've been buying DFI...
Hi,
I've been doing a lot of research on a motherboard to use for a HTPC, and I really like the nForce430 motherboards with...
I'd repurposed a Feb 2008 ECS AMD690GM-M2 AM2 AMD 690G Micro ATX AMD Motherboard & AMD Athlon 64 LE-1600 2.2GHz Socket AM2 45W Single-Core Processor w/ 1x2GB RAM build to run MP 1.2.2 client using HD6450 video card. Seems to run fine on .mkv but tends to drop frames on .ts recorded and live TV mpeg2 material. It's go Win 7 32-bit...
I'd repurposed a Feb 2008 ECS AMD690GM-M2 AM2 AMD 690G Micro ATX AMD Motherboard & AMD Athlon 64 LE-1600 2.2GHz Socket AM2 45W...
Hi i am having problems with trying to view Tv from the server with the above cpu Mp runs okay till i select a tv channel to watch...
Well Ive just put in an order for
ASUS M3N-H/HDMI GeForce 8300 with an 4850e
Its ATX (though most of the adds wrongly mark it matx) and has the 3PCI slots that I might need.
At a pinch I could have got away with the 2 PCI slots, but this gives me more choices for the future, and in anycase I have moved to an Antec 300 midi tower...
Well Ive just put in an order for
ASUS M3N-H/HDMI GeForce 8300 with an 4850e
Its ATX (though most of the adds wrongly mark it...
I have been working with MP for about a year now, with a 1.8G Athlon and NVidia 7600GS card with Vista and would like to upgrade my...
Hmmm, not being rude, but the mobo (being cheap as in inexpensive) has proven itself to be quite reliable and stable with a decent overclock.
Hmmm, not being rude, but the mobo (being cheap as in inexpensive) has proven itself to be quite reliable and stable with a decent...
Hey guys, I got lucky and bought an opteron 150 (2.4ghz, 1mb cache) for a fraction of its price (85$ US).
Now, I started...
antec 2480 my mistake. only recommend bc it is cheap and included psu.click nz wiki in my sig goto hardware bit that is what i recommend. its fast cheap best value.ps. they are nz price. if u want power efficency then need gold psu. the i3 3225 uses 10w less but cpu and mobo will cost more than amd.
antec 2480 my mistake. only recommend bc it is cheap and included psu.click nz wiki in my sig goto hardware bit that is what i...
Hi all I'm very new (2 days) to having media portal running on my current tower machine and I must say I like it the overall...
I've got a Compaq V5000 with busted hinges that I figured I'd rehabilitate into a media device. I've got a USB IR receiver but can't get it to bring the laptop out of standby. The option is grayed out in power management. The only options I have are wake on lan, touchpad, or keyboard. The phoenix bios has no option for "wake on...
I've got a Compaq V5000 with busted hinges that I figured I'd rehabilitate into a media device. I've got a USB IR receiver but...
I've got a Compaq V5000 with busted hinges that I figured I'd rehabilitate into a media device. I've got a USB IR receiver but...
RGsB -> Sync On Green
YUV / YPbPr -> Component
or use S-video ->Y-C
All of the above can be connected to Scart and are beter quality than Composite Video (Yellow Cinch)
I'd go with S-Video or stay on DataLevel with VGA (RGBHV)
RGsB -> Sync On Green
YUV / YPbPr -> Component
or use S-video ->Y-C
All of the above can be connected to Scart and are beter...
Hello,
I'm in the process of building a 2U Media Server.
Does anyone have a recommendation for a motherboard that supports...
Check this out. All your questions answered:
Guide to Building a HD HTPC - Page 472 - AVS Forum
Check this out. All your questions answered:
Guide to Building a HD HTPC - Page 472 - AVS Forum
I've been an AMD guy for about 15 years and I've been happy enough with their stuff, but in doing some research it seems to me that...