Home Entertainment Software
In the standard design, the HTPC has no multimedia software, let alone a remote control; these are only available as an option. The HTPC Suite package consists of an infrared remote control, a cordless keyboard/mouse assembly and a TV card from Avermedia. The CyberLink Power Cinema Software serves to replace the Media Center.
Advantages And Disadvantages
Advantages
Compact size Available front panels Installed 270 W power supply Integrated multimedia card reader Large information displayDisadvantages
Typical desktop case No multimedia functions Optional remote controlThe following hardware was used:
| Motherboard | Asus P4P800 VM |
| Processor | Intel Pentium 4, 3.2 GHz, Socket 478 |
| CPU cooler | Zalman CNPS |
| Graphics card | MSI NX6200AX |
| TV tuner | PixelView DVB-T / PCI card |
| RAM | TakeMS, 2x 512 MB, DDR400 |
| Hard drive | Hitachi Desktar HDS722516VLSA80, Serial ATA, 160 GB |
| DVD drive | MSI MS-8448M |
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