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HTPC (Version2)

  • 21-01-2020 02:52PM
    #1
    Krombopulos Michael
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,138 ✭✭✭


    Hi all,

    So I'm back after my last thread went off on a tangent and ended with me upgrading my current main PC.

    The crux of this means I currently have the following parts left over.

    CPU: Intel I5 3570k
    RAM: 16gig DDR3
    Mother board: Asus P8Z77V_LX (ATX)

    I was originally going for Mini ATX system, but the cost of this is too much for a HTPC that will be used now and then so I am leaning for a Micro ATX build as K.O.Kiki pointed out in the old thread.


    1. What is your budget? [~€250]
    2. What will be the main purpose of the computer? [Gaming/ Media]
    3. Do you need a copy of Windows? [No]
    4. Can you use any parts from an old computer? [See above CPU/RAM]
    5. Do you need a monitor? [No]
    5b. If no, what resolution is your current monitor and do you plan to upgrade in the near future? [4k TV]
    6. Do you need any of these peripherals? [Keyboard/Mouse/Wireless Card/Card Reader/Speakers/etc.] - No
    7. Are you willing to try overclocking? [No]
    8. How can you pay? [Cash/Card]
    9. When are you purchasing? [Over next few weeks/months]
    10. If you need help building it, where are you based? [Can build myself]

    I've been looking at MicroATX cases and would prefer something with no transparent panels (as not planning at RGB) and something quiet.

    I would also like to have 2x USB3.0 Type A ports on the front of the case if possible.

    Plus Motherboards for the i5 3570k with DDR3 seem to be still a little expensive but I havent looked much.

    Any suggestions?


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