HI All
I am Planning to replace my Old P4 3.0 Ghz +DGC101 CPU.
This time i am interested in going HTPC way.
Already decided to go for AMD based config as 10-12 K is max budget for Processor+Mobo,Cabinet,RAM.
Please suggest some good configuration in this budget.
1. What is the purpose of the computer?
A: Slim form factor is a must as this will be a HTPC connected to Sony 42" LCD (Should be able to play all sorts of video and audio formats).Also this will be used for ocassional browsing/gaming.
2. Are you open to alternate ideas/products giving similar better performance but offering more VFM/ sellers? If not- why?
A: Yes
3. What is your MAX budget?
A: 10-12K (for Mobo\Cabinet\RAM\processor)
4. Planning to overclock?
A: No
5. Which OS are you planning to use?
A: Windows 7
6. How much hard drive space is needed?
A: 1TB ( already purchased 2 months back)
7. What resolution will the screen run at & whats the size of the screen you want? If you already want have one and want to use it, mention its resolution and size.
A: will be used with 42" LCD
8. How would you rate your hardware knowledge from the count of 1-10? (1 being the lowest, 5 being you are somewhat in sync with the current performers and 10 being the highest)
A: 8
9. Have you ever built a desktop before or will this be done by an assembler?
A: Yes and will assemble it on my own
10. When are you planning to buy the system?
A: within 2 days
11. Are you one of the types looking out for "future proof" configurations?
A: Yes (may be for next 2-3 years only)
12. Are there going to be any components that you don't want to include in this new rig? If yes, do mention.
A: HDD, Optical Drive, Monitor, UPS,keyboard/Mouse
13. Which city do you live in and are you open to buying from shops from other city/states?
A: Chandigarh, yes
14. Mention any other points if deemed necessary
A: NA
I am Planning to replace my Old P4 3.0 Ghz +DGC101 CPU.
This time i am interested in going HTPC way.
Already decided to go for AMD based config as 10-12 K is max budget for Processor+Mobo,Cabinet,RAM.
Please suggest some good configuration in this budget.
1. What is the purpose of the computer?
A: Slim form factor is a must as this will be a HTPC connected to Sony 42" LCD (Should be able to play all sorts of video and audio formats).Also this will be used for ocassional browsing/gaming.
2. Are you open to alternate ideas/products giving similar better performance but offering more VFM/ sellers? If not- why?
A: Yes
3. What is your MAX budget?
A: 10-12K (for Mobo\Cabinet\RAM\processor)
4. Planning to overclock?
A: No
5. Which OS are you planning to use?
A: Windows 7
6. How much hard drive space is needed?
A: 1TB ( already purchased 2 months back)
7. What resolution will the screen run at & whats the size of the screen you want? If you already want have one and want to use it, mention its resolution and size.
A: will be used with 42" LCD
8. How would you rate your hardware knowledge from the count of 1-10? (1 being the lowest, 5 being you are somewhat in sync with the current performers and 10 being the highest)
A: 8
9. Have you ever built a desktop before or will this be done by an assembler?
A: Yes and will assemble it on my own
10. When are you planning to buy the system?
A: within 2 days
11. Are you one of the types looking out for "future proof" configurations?
A: Yes (may be for next 2-3 years only)
12. Are there going to be any components that you don't want to include in this new rig? If yes, do mention.
A: HDD, Optical Drive, Monitor, UPS,keyboard/Mouse
13. Which city do you live in and are you open to buying from shops from other city/states?
A: Chandigarh, yes
14. Mention any other points if deemed necessary
A: NA
