HTPC spec please

[danman2k]

Hi all,

Right what im after is a nice HTPC to sit under my TV.
Budget is around £600-800.

Dont want a massive case, must be wireless and quiet.

The main uses will be for playing Blu-ray films, receiving 1080p mkv streams from from main PC upstairs and be used as a PVR. Occasional internet browsing, checking e-mail and what not.
It will not be used for games at all.

Will also be wanting to put a DVB-T2 card in when they come out.

If anyone can spec me something like this that would be great.

Thanks in advance

Dan

 

[laffs83]

I think the ready made HTPC systems on here will do all that...

http://www.overclockers.co.uk/productlist.php?groupid=43&catid=1509

 

[Audigex]

I'd suggest upgrading to the Antec HTPC cases, they look great in a HI-fi cabinet and have a fairly nice remote control.

 

[Grimley]

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This is what I'd buy right now. However unless things have improved, blu-ray playback on a HTPC is a PITA to get right. I'd stick to a stand alone player instead. been there done that.