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HTPC build by AngelEyes
I have tinkered with HTPCs in the past, using old PCs and misc
software but never a dedicated machine from the ground up. The new HD formats and
x264 encoding really prompted me to get on with it because for the first time my
older CPUs were just not up to the task, it was time to start looking at spending
some money.
Use
The HTPC will be used for several purposes:
1. HD-DVD & Blu-ray HDD playback.
2. DVD & Movie files (.ts etc.)
3. Photo Library / Home Movies
4. Music server
5. Work/Office Backup storage
Design Factors
Listed below in order of priority.
1. Performance / PQ / SQ
2. Aesthetics
3. Very Quiet
4. Cool running
5. Price
It took a fair bit of research and special thanks go to
ProjectHTPC for all their
assistance.