I am planning to build an htpc with a budget of around 25-30k. The machine should be able to play full hd on my lcd and also be able to be on continuous active mode for days ans sometimes weeks. It shouldn't overheat and shutdown.
Mostly to be used for internet, watching hd movies and constant download.
i intend to install an i5 2500 with 8gb ram and two harddrives. 1 40gb ssd for os and 1tb hard drive to download.i also have my eye on Coolermaster Hyper TX3 CPU cooler. all i am looking for are the missing links. a good micro or mini atx cabinet. and i am also in a dillema of either going for a graphic card or should i stick to the intel motherboard that has hdmi out. since i am not into gaming i am thinking against the graphic card for two reasons. a- cost and b- heating.
please advise with links and prices.
mohsin from mumbai
Mostly to be used for internet, watching hd movies and constant download.
i intend to install an i5 2500 with 8gb ram and two harddrives. 1 40gb ssd for os and 1tb hard drive to download.i also have my eye on Coolermaster Hyper TX3 CPU cooler. all i am looking for are the missing links. a good micro or mini atx cabinet. and i am also in a dillema of either going for a graphic card or should i stick to the intel motherboard that has hdmi out. since i am not into gaming i am thinking against the graphic card for two reasons. a- cost and b- heating.
please advise with links and prices.
mohsin from mumbai