Mini-ITX for media

R-evans · 21 Dec 2012 at 23:04

Was wanting a spec for a media centre. Been using the GF's laptop for movies/sky go in the bedroom via HDMI but it's quite slow. As cheap as possible would be good.

Was thinking i3, 8GB ram, BitFenix Prodigy case, Antec VP350P 350W and Mobo with HDMI?

Don't know a lot about AMD but am happy to use.

R-evans · 21 Dec 2012 at 23:08

I don't think I would use the HTPC's full potential, I have a big set up in the lounge. This is just for watching tv and movies.

R-evans · 21 Dec 2012 at 23:13

Oh and I have a HDD and a spare 4GB DDR3 if that's enough (can't see why not)

R-evans · 21 Dec 2012 at 23:23

Looks good. What's my options OS-wise? I mean if I am just using for browser and media, I don't need to splash out on windows?

Would XBMC let me get to the web?

R-evans · 21 Dec 2012 at 23:26

Also, £10 more for ASRock H61M-ITX and i3 2120 worth it?

R-evans · 21 Dec 2012 at 23:35

Cool thanks will have a look. It Never occurred to me, I am wanting to upgrade my main PC processor/motherboard soon, are there any 1156 mobos I can stick my i5 into?

R-evans · 21 Dec 2012 at 23:40

Found out it's micro ATX, so might just get a different case. Cheers anyway.