QUOTE(bose00 @ Mar 20 2010, 11:07 PM)
i need some advice .. before i jump into decision of getting a unit of A.C.Ryan PlayON
does the PlayOn runs hot with the internal hdd ?
does it makes any difference in performance 5400 / 7200 rpm sata hdd ? faster loading time ?
if i choice for PlayOn! Mini using external 3.5" drives, will it lag playing a 1080p mkv file ?
Any 3.5" 5400rpm drive will do. It is completely adequate for the task. Performance is not affected even if connected through USB external dock. Everything is smooth.
I recommend the Samsung HD154UI 5400 rpm 1.5TB. It costs only around RM330/-. I am using two of these, one internal SATA and one external connected through USB.
The POHD runs very cool. Even with the internal drive attached, it is just slightly warm only after playing for few hours. This is because of the built-in fan.
Don't know about the POHD mini though. It doesn't have internal HD storage but it's size is much smaller and also I don't think it's got a fan.
This post has been edited by Ngto: Mar 21 2010, 09:19 AM