So I have an OLD PC I build like 5.5 years ago that was going to be a conversion project, but was ultimately scrapped. I would like to turn this into a media center possibly with XBMC, but I'd like some advice before starting anything. The parts are below:
So, if the parts above are OK to go with, what is the best media server software to use? I want something smooth and stable. Also, what is the best way to connect this to a TV? straight HDMI? Through say, a PS3? I would like to watch videos at 1080p, if the above can handle that without a graphics card, but I don't want to have to transcode anything.
Any and all help is appreciated
- Fractal Design Core 3000
- Intel Core 2 Duo E7200 @ 2.53GHz LGA 775
- Corsair 600W PSU
- GIGABYTE GA-EP35-DS3L
- VisionTek Radeon HD 4850 (might be dying)
- 2GB RAM
- DVD Drive
- 500GB HDD x2
- Windows 7 Home Premium
So, if the parts above are OK to go with, what is the best media server software to use? I want something smooth and stable. Also, what is the best way to connect this to a TV? straight HDMI? Through say, a PS3? I would like to watch videos at 1080p, if the above can handle that without a graphics card, but I don't want to have to transcode anything.
Any and all help is appreciated
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