Recent content by truvu17

Would it be even feasible to consider using a mATX HTPC chassis with the Toxic 4870? Deltronik, would an inch be enough? The Toxic version with the VaporX cooling pipes sticking out pretty high up. Anybody else have any suggestion?

Hey Guys, I am in the process of purchasing all my parts for a HTPC. I recently purcased the Toxic 4870 HD without planning for the space I need in my chassis. This is what I have so far: Gigabyte UD3P with e8500 Toxic 4870 HD OCZ Reaper 4 gig DDR2 Seagate Barracuta 1.5 tB x 2 I...

The aspect ratio is at 1:1. That's the problem I am having. The underscanning is eating me up inside. =/

If my cable is broadcasting both analog and digital, do I have to have two different tuners for it? like fuxxy to record analog and digital?

Hi guys, So I currently have the 8600M GS on my laptop outputing video and audio to my Panasonic 800u 1080p plasma. Prior to my upgrade of driver for the 8600m gs, my desktop display on my plasma was cutting out the edges of the desktop. Now with the new driver, I am able to see the full...

What does everybody think about the Gigabyte UD3P or UD3R for an HTPC? My configuration will have the e8500 with a 4870 HD OC video card. Would that be sufficient to run Bluray and future resolutions?

Thank you, this is an awesome guide. I am somewhat a noob regarding this, but to confirm, if I only want to have movie playback via bluray dvd drive or 1080p movie files and some small gaming, do I need a good video card to do the trick? My goal is to install XBMC and watch movies. What would be...

It really depends on what he wants out of his Sound System. I mean, I personally would like just go with an integrated video/audio HDMI card. I would have a separate video and a separate audio. The two are completely different components which requires equal amount of attention to perfect. To...

I would say go with the e8400... It's dirt cheap now that e8500 and e8600 is out there in cyberspace... Plus I read somewhere the e8400 is almost identical to the e8500..

Yup, Just got me a pair of them OCZ Reaper on Newegg yesterday. Seems to have many good reviews about these sticks being very stable and has it's own crazy cooling system. Matches perfectly with my Toxic 4870 HD Graphx Card..

Also, for the Zalman fan, Would there be enough clearance to fit in an ATX HTPC case?

Wow... What kind of mobo are you using?

:rolleyes:I think the 4870 HD is enough for most games dont you think? Unless you are a hardcore down to the nitty gritty then you will probably want something even faster.

Why dont you try looking into getting the 4870 or 4870 x2... For some reason I am learning towards these babies more than the 260/280