I want a HTPC, but new to it, advice please?

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I want a HTPC, I've eyed some cases up in the MM, and I have an Enermax 400W PSU here.

What spec do I need for the other bits? I would like to use it to stream 1080p (normally 10GB files) to my amp/TV, download from newsgroups etc. I would also like it to be near silent.

Also how do I use a remote and which OS to put on it?
 
Thanks.

There is a slimline Silverstone NT07-775 cooler for sale now, think I'll buy that.

Will my ATX sized PSU fit in a Silverstone case? I'm after a case that looks like a normal amp, with USB on the front.

Also, will ITX boards fit?
 
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The case I'm looking at is the SilverStone GD02B, it's in the MM. If not that then I'll just buy something new.

Is that Zotac board worth it over something new like the ASRock? Since the ASRock has a remote with it, I'll probably buy that.

What about wireless keyboards and mice? Is there an inexpensive Logitech set available?

I also take it that the case takes normal SATA drives fine?

Would I have to buy any additional cooling fans?

Sorry for the dumb questions, I've never ever looked at doing this.
 
I'd rather keep costs down, so if I can get an older CPU that will do the job then I'd opt for that, maybe an older C2D or something?

Only requirements are 1080p video, music, we browsing, maybe a little bit of YouTube, but mainly 1080p streaming.
 
Seems a good contender then, should be able to get that board, a CPU and RAM for less than £100 I hope?

Would I be better off getting a mATX board instead? Or is it a case of once it's in, it doesn't matter?

Also, will that do sound via the HDMI to my amp?
 
I think I'll get a Zotac due to inbuilt GPU.

Will the Kingston RAM above work on it?

EDIT just read it doesn't.
 
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Awesome, it's a lovely looking case, and cheap as well. Anything else worth considering? Not sure if it comes with fans though?
 
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