So I bought my HTPC parts... let me know!

[Hercules]

What do you guys think?

D.Vine 3 HTPC Case with VFD
Chaintech 7NIF2 Mobo with onboard GeForce4 + S-Video out
Gainward H@H 7.1 Sound with Optical Out to Reciever
512MB Ram
200GB Seagate Drive
Athlon 2000XP Mobile processor with Zalman CNPS7000A-CU
2 x SilenX 60mm case fans, 8db
SageTV 2.0 Beta with PVR250MCE
6 in 1 Memory card reader in 5.25 drive
USBUIRT with 6131 JP1'd remote and Xantech IR Emitter for cable box

[njdreamer]

Why an Athlon XP Mobile ?

I think these are used for notebook computers only.


You probably want an Athlon XP 2500 (or thereabout). $80 at newegg.

[Holykat]

Mobil version doesn't have the bus lock so you can crank up the speed like hell. It's also socket A so you don't need to have special MB to support it.

[Hercules]

Actually, I went with the Athlon mobile since it's got a lower level of heat it emits. The fact it's overclockable easily is moot, since I won't be overclocking, and am even thinking of UNDERclocking (depending on the temperature). I want my PC cool, quiet, and sleek looking. I think I have achieved all those goals