Build a Powerful Home Entertainment Hub/PC – Components

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Jan 172012
 

Choosing components for my Home Entertainment PC:

I typically start by defining what I want my PC to do and what it should look like.

In this case, it’s a media center PC, so I want it to look like the rest of my audio/visual equipment.

Its main task will be to record multiple TV shows at the same time, stream them around the house, and playback on a 52 inch LCD TV, so it must have an HDMI connection and support 1080p High Definition video.

The table below is a list of the components I selected for this example. The completed PC performs its tasks effortlessly and delivers outstanding picture quality.

Because of its high performance, I also use it to perform more demanding applications (like building this web site) by logging in to it via Remote Desktop.

All parts in the table below were ordered from Newegg.com and represents Newegg’s part descriptions.

1. Processor: Intel Core i5-2500K Sandy Bridge 3.3GHz (3.7GHz Turbo Boost) LGA 1155 95W Quad-Core Desktop Processor Intel HD Graphics 3000 BX80623I52500K.

2. Motherboard: Intel BOXDH67BLB3 LGA 1155 Intel H67 HDMI SATA 6Gb/s USB 3.0 Micro ATX Intel Motherboard.

3. Memory: Kingston 4GB 240-Pin DDR3 SDRAM DDR3 1333 (PC3 10600) Desktop Memory Model KVR1333D3N9/4G.

4. Hard Drive (2x): Western Digital Caviar Blue WD3200AAKX 320GB 7200 RPM 16MB Cache SATA 6.0Gb/s 3.5″ Internal Hard Drive -Bare Drive. (This drive is dedicated for the operating System and software). Western Digital Caviar Green WD20EARX 2TB 64MB Cache SATA 6.0Gb/s 3.5″ Internal Hard Drive – Bare Drive. (This drive is dedicated for recorded TV and videos) Continue reading »

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Want PC Components – Select the One That Lasts Longer!

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Dec 172011
 

When you are considering building your own computer system, one of the huge factors is normally the price. If you are good at building computers or servers, you are likely well aware of some tricks that are helpful in making certain that you will not end up replacing the parts in a year or so. One of the biggest issues that you are going to come across is matching the different PC components; however, spending some additional time now in figuring the appropriate or accurate components will save you from tons of headaches in the future.

Most people are under the impression that the CPU, the processor, is the only imperative component of a computer. This is completely wrong. The processor definitely defines the utmost processing capabilities, but having an insufficient or cheap motherboard will be an obstacle for a good processor to operate fully. Mostly people equate the CPU of a system to that of a human brain. The analogy is quite good and, for this reason, the motherboard should be considered as the central nervous system. If the brain is a genius but the central nervous system is broken or limited, then it is simply going to be a waste of your money. Spending some additional time at the outset to look for accurate and appropriate parts will help you have a good, solid motherboard as a result. Intel processors and Intel chipsets are considered best, and Intel is the only firm that has been manufacturing outstanding chips and processors for a substantial amount of time. You also need to make sure that your motherboard enables you to upgrade at a later time should it be required. Continue reading »

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Upgrade Your PC Components

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Nov 172011
 

The use of computers have noticeably influenced our everyday lives and also enabled us to access the entire world via our fingertips. Every person we meet in the present times do own a computer system or some kind as they trying to stay connected and in the loop via numerous different means. There are mainly two kinds of computer systems to select from that are available in the market: desktops and laptop PC. Both of these computer forms coincide and consist of a large number of components that are help in making it a functional and efficient device.

Having an overview of PC components and their relevance to the functionality and efficiency of the system can be truly advantageous, for this reason, it has been recommended to look into different elements that are helpful in making up the computer system. The most prominent components include the case that is embracing all the associated hardware with the PC. Power supply is another significant component that is associated with every computer system. It is an integrate part that is included in the purchase; it is considerable because it makes the system stay in charge so that it could run efficiently. There are a large number of power supplies and the kind of system you possess will be determining which one is suitable for you.

Another considerable one PC component is the motherboard that is useful in giving life to your system. Imperative items such as video and sound are basically linked to your motherboard, the microprocessor which is considered to be the central nervous system of the computer, Memory which is also called as the RAM, different device controllers, CD-ROM drives, hard disk drives, mice, USB devices, keyboards, and monitors are some of the fundamental and important PC components. Different other PC components are actually incremental depending on your ability and requirements to using the computer system. Most of the computers mainly the desktop system offers more room for customization and upgrades of the different PC components. Continue reading »

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