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<blockquote data-quote="dribbler1" data-source="post: 889910" data-attributes="member: 126183">Hi all,&nbsp;I was hoping to get some expert advice with what hardware I need for my HTPC build.&nbsp;Here is some info:&nbsp;1. Firstly its strictly 100% HTPC no gaming at all2. I already have a case <a href="http://www.nmediapc.com/htpc2000.htm" target="_blank">http://www.nmediapc.com/htpc2000.htm</a> with the optional LED3. I want it to play 1080p movies in .mkv .avi or any other main format flawlessly4. I want to be able to play blu-ray without a problem5. regardless of where my sound comes from (sound card or on-board) I want top quality sound using optical out which will go straight to my 7.1 surround sound system6. I want to record live TV in HD7. I want to play online content8. I want a motherboard that will take up to 6 hard drives as well as having all the connections to connect everything on the cases front panel9. I will be running windows 7 ultimate10. Anything else you guys recommend that I missed&nbsp;I'm not looking for a budget system... I want the best for my needs.&nbsp;Thanks everyone <img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" class="smilie smilie--sprite smilie--sprite1" alt=":)" title="Smile&nbsp; &nbsp; :)" loading="lazy" data-shortname=":)" /></blockquote>

[QUOTE="dribbler1, post: 889910, member: 126183"] 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 strictly 100% HTPC no gaming at all 2. I already have a case [url]http://www.nmediapc.com/htpc2000.htm[/url] with the optional LED 3. I want it to play 1080p movies in .mkv .avi or any other main format flawlessly 4. I want to be able to play blu-ray without a problem 5. regardless of where my sound comes from (sound card or on-board) I want top quality sound using optical out which will go straight to my 7.1 surround sound system 6. I want to record live TV in HD 7. I want to play online content 8. I want a motherboard that will take up to 6 hard drives as well as having all the connections to connect everything on the cases front panel 9. I will be running windows 7 ultimate 10. Anything else you guys recommend that I missed I'm not looking for a budget system... I want the best for my needs. Thanks everyone :) [/QUOTE]

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