Recent content by Callipygous

I was able to score an i7 2600k, Z68 motherboard, and a water cooler for 160USD a few weeks ago on craigslist. I could have gotten by without hyper threading but it was such a smoking deal and it will help me with a few of the programs I run. The tech is two generations old but I think it's...

You guys have convinced me that full size ATX HTPC is something to strongly consider. I like mATX but I get that there are drawbacks - mainly heat. My plan for now is to scrounge for a used mATX motherboard and wait for a great deal on a case: which I don't plan to buy used. Whichever option...

That's a good looking case no doubt. It seems like some thought went into it just browsing the pictures real quick. They have the PSU partitioned off, lots of ventilation, and you're right it would look at home next to an AV receiver. For the IR receiver on that case, is there a standard IR...

Going mid tower is something I'm considering for the sake of cost. I can slap that Corsair water cooler that came with it on there and get her up to 4.4Ghz, strap the 550ti in and I'll be playing Skyrim on the couch for the cost of a case. This is interesting. I can't tell if there will be...

Goal is to build a compact(ish) HTPC on a mitx/matx platform that is capable of mid-high range gaming. I came across a 2600k, Corsair H50, and atx Z68 motherboard in the local classifieds for 160$. I've tested everything and the hardware checks out. I already had a gtx 550ti, a HD 7750, and...