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PC Audio HTPC, anyone doing this?

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post Jan 6 2009, 06:24 PM

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Price of that remote control?
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post Feb 9 2009, 08:27 PM

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^ Show inside and pics?
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post Feb 11 2009, 08:24 AM

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QUOTE(howjimmy @ Feb 11 2009, 03:14 AM)
hi im thinking of creating my own htpc, im torn in between reusing my parts from my current pc to convert it into a htpc or whether to sell off the whole thing and buy all the parts from scratch, my parts are

MSI 945GM3
Intel E2160
Winfast PX7600GS
2GB RAM
Trendsonic T-450ATX powersupply

i'll mostly be using it for BTing and watching HD movies, although i might be using it to play some games, although this isnt really a priority because im on a budget.

Another thing is, my transfer speed is really slow, like when im transferring documents/music to my thumb drive... is this because of the power supply or something reason? im using usb 2.0.

So what do u guys think? i went over to a computer shop near my place and they were like "ah! change everything!" their advice wasnt very credible tongue.gif
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I can't comment much on the specs. But as for the pendrive, what brand and model are you using?
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post Feb 12 2009, 06:08 AM

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I'm on. For now May I know what chipset you're using?
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post Feb 12 2009, 06:13 AM

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From what I got back from the MSI site.

CPU

• Supports Socket 775 for Intel Core 2 Duo, P4 5XX, 6XX, Pentium D 8XX, 9XX and Celeron D processors.
• Supports FSB 1066/800/533MHz
• Supports EIST technology
• Supports Intel Hyper-Threading technology
• Supports Intel Dual Core Technology to 800MHz and up
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post Feb 12 2009, 06:20 AM

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Have a look at the link. But I have my doubts.

http://www.cpu-upgrade.com/mb-MSI/945GZM3_(MS-7267).html
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post Feb 12 2009, 06:24 AM

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QUOTE(howjimmy @ Feb 12 2009, 06:16 AM)
haha i hate to be ignorant... but i cant really understand all that sad.gif
it says that it supports socket 775 and the intel e7400 is socket 775.. so by my understanding, it should be alright... right?
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On second thoughts, do you have your manual with you? You could have a look through it. I am sure it mentions something about the CPU support.
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post Feb 12 2009, 06:26 AM

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Yeah, what lex said is right. The G31 would support more CPUs than the current 945G.
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post Feb 15 2009, 08:53 PM

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My HTPC has come, but I used lots of recycled hardware

Pentium D 820
1Gb Corsair XMS2
80GB SATA2 Seagate
Gigabyte 965P-DS3
LiteOn 20x DVD Write

The noise generated from the CPU cooler is enough to destroy the ambiance. I will also put a TV tuner into the mix.
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post Feb 15 2009, 10:13 PM

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QUOTE(accs_centre @ Feb 15 2009, 08:55 PM)

Added on February 15, 2009, 9:08 pm

RAM is very cheap nowaday.. should add another 1GB to your system  rclxms.gif
Maybe u can consider to buy another processor which suit your mobo.. I think the new Pentium dual core can fit on your mobo.(not too sure)They are low price and low heat/power..
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RAM will be added on. But it will have to run in single channel mode.
The Pentium DC can fit. No problems there. It is a very likely upgrade as well.

btw, I'm running a stock 7300GS
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post Feb 16 2009, 01:56 PM

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QUOTE(prasys @ Feb 16 2009, 01:46 PM)


Added on February 16, 2009, 1:47 pm

Add 1GB of RAM

Add TV Tuner - get Hauppague MCE-150 if you plan to record ASTRO shows and use Windows Media Center !
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TV tuner will be "obtained" from another rig of mine. brows.gif
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post Feb 19 2009, 05:24 PM

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QUOTE(prasys @ Feb 16 2009, 02:32 PM)
Plan to link it with ASTRO eh ?
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I'm Astro-less brows.gif
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post Feb 21 2009, 11:47 PM

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Just added on my Compro VideoMate.

Got TV Tuner and FM Tuner.

Will try to get it working with Media Portal.
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post Feb 28 2009, 11:21 AM

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QUOTE(joellim @ Feb 28 2009, 11:18 AM)
Mine

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Nice specs. What OS? XP or Vista?
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post Mar 2 2009, 06:19 PM

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Guys, I need some help.

I thrown the Compro into my HTPC. It has an FM Tuner, but I can't seem to receive any channels. I have plugged in the needed cables, but still nothing.

I'm using Win7's Media Center. Drivers were obtained by selecting "Automatically Search For Drivers".
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post Mar 3 2009, 08:45 AM

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I got it working now. rclxms.gif
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post Mar 13 2009, 10:19 PM

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I have finalized my HTPC.

Current specs- >

- Pentium Dual Core E2140
- 2GB Mixed DDR2
- 120GB WD
- 80GB Seagate
- 7300GS
- Compro TV tuner+FM tuner

I may change the parts from time to time.
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post Mar 18 2009, 08:36 AM

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Guys, stop the bashing back to topic.

Any more bashing and I will report you.
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post Mar 19 2009, 11:39 AM

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Oh btw, can MCE watch RMVB clips?
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post Mar 19 2009, 01:06 PM

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QUOTE(Matrix @ Mar 19 2009, 12:26 PM)
Yes, as long as the codec is installed. Etc K-lite, Real Alternative.
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strange...i have KLM..but I cant view my vids
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