- Jul 20, 2011
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Requesting assistance with a HTPC Build. I started to configue myself on Newegg and got hung up on selecting which i3 processor -- 2nd gen, 10th gen -- help!
1. What YOUR PC will be used for. That means what types of tasks you'll be performing.
Approximately $1000. This should include the optical disk drive. This price does not include a monitor or any peripherals. If this is unreasonably low, I'm open to suggestions.
3. What country YOU will be buying YOUR parts from.
USA. Newegg/Amazon/B+H Photo/another reputable etailer. Also open to suggestions.
4. IF you're buying parts OUTSIDE the US, please post a link to the vendor you'll be buying from.
We can't be expected to scour the internet on your behalf, chasing down deals in your specific country... Again, help us, help YOU.
NA
5. IF YOU have a brand preference. That means, are you an Intel-Fanboy, AMD-Fanboy, ATI-Fanboy, nVidia-Fanboy, Seagate-Fanboy, WD-Fanboy, etc.
Starting from scratch.
7. IF YOU plan on overclocking or run the system at default speeds.
I do not want to overclock.
8. What resolution, not monitor size, will you be using?
1920x1080 or 1080p or "full high definition." I may wind up getting a 4K TV since they're so common, but I only want to output a 1080p signal.
9. WHEN do you plan to build it?
ASAP.
1. What YOUR PC will be used for. That means what types of tasks you'll be performing.
- Wireless internet connection using Verizon FIOS.
- DVD playback both standard and BluRay "classic." We like to watch old (1969 and earlier) movies that are on DVD. Some are on BluRay.
- Stream HBO and Netflix.
- Webcam connection used for Zoom or Google Meet.
- Decent 2-speaker stereo sound. No subwoofer.
- HDMI connection to a 45" TV.
- Will be left on 24/7.
- Will run Linux, probably Ubuntu. Will remote access through ssh -X or other facility because elderly father will have trouble using.
- No 4K movies. Neither streaming nor with a 4K "Ultra HD Bluray" player.
- No gaming, not even solitaire.
Approximately $1000. This should include the optical disk drive. This price does not include a monitor or any peripherals. If this is unreasonably low, I'm open to suggestions.
3. What country YOU will be buying YOUR parts from.
USA. Newegg/Amazon/B+H Photo/another reputable etailer. Also open to suggestions.
4. IF you're buying parts OUTSIDE the US, please post a link to the vendor you'll be buying from.
We can't be expected to scour the internet on your behalf, chasing down deals in your specific country... Again, help us, help YOU.
NA
5. IF YOU have a brand preference. That means, are you an Intel-Fanboy, AMD-Fanboy, ATI-Fanboy, nVidia-Fanboy, Seagate-Fanboy, WD-Fanboy, etc.
- I have a strong preference for intel i3s. Unless there is a compelling reason, I would like a low power CPU (65 Watt TDP).
- Prefer on-board graphics. Unless there's a compelling reason to use a graphics card. Remember, no gaming.
- Lower voltage memory modules. Will I need faster than 1333 MHz?
- Is a Noctua NH-L9 or Scythe Big Shuriken CPU cooler overkill?
- Prefer an ITX form factor. But will that give me the space for the cooling needed for always on operation?
Starting from scratch.
7. IF YOU plan on overclocking or run the system at default speeds.
I do not want to overclock.
8. What resolution, not monitor size, will you be using?
1920x1080 or 1080p or "full high definition." I may wind up getting a 4K TV since they're so common, but I only want to output a 1080p signal.
9. WHEN do you plan to build it?
ASAP.