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Help me to complete this puzzle ... SB HTPC System

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lirsch

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Hi, I have already bought few components for my future-to-be HTPC/Light gaming system, I need your help in deciding what to buy in order to fulfill the whole components.
Already bought:
CPU
Intel Core i5-2400S 2.50GHz - 65W

CPU Cooler
Scythe Big Shuriken Low Profile CPU Cooler SCBSK-1000

SSD
OCZ VERTEX 30GB

HDD
SAMSUNG Spinpoint F3 HD103SJ 1TB 7200 RPM 32MB Cache SATA x 2

Memory
G.SKILL Ripjaws Series 4GB (2 x 2GB) 240-Pin DDR3 1333 CL8

Remote Control
Logitech Harmony One

Planning to buy:

MOB
Dunno ... but should include the latest I/Os and features, 1155-based, no OC shall be done

PSU
Might buy the Enermax Modu87+ 500W or Seasonic X-650

Case
Wanted to buy Silverstone Grandia GD05 (3x120mm fans) but no units left in my country :\
I'd like to get your comments on the following cases while looking for the minimalistic yet stylish look (no lcd) with mATX or ATX MoB, 120mm fans and good reviews:
- Lian Li PC-C31
- 3RSYSTEM MStation HT-1000 Light
- Any others you can think of?

DVD/BR
Asus External DVDRW SDRW-08D1S Or any other BluRay silent drive

Mouse/Keyboard
Thought about buying the LOGITECH BLUETOOTH KEYBOARD DINOVO EDGE - any other ideas?

GPU (Optional)
Sapphire HD5670 1GB Ultimate Edition (passive)

Case Cooling
Might also consider replacing the case fans (if they are too loud) to
120mm Fans - Scythe SY1225SL12VBL undervolted to 5v/7v
Please help me to complete this puzzle :thumbsup:
 
You ain't going to be buying anything Sandy Bridge for a while unfortunately. 🙁
I'll give you some advice on the other parts though:
- SSD: Too small IMHO. I'd spend the $100 on a 60GB drive.
- Memory: Don't pay more for CAS 8, you're really not going to notice the difference
- PSU: I would not pay the premium for an ultra-high efficiency unit like those. They are also waaaay overkill on the power rating. Go for a good quality (Corsair, Antec, Seasonic) bronze-level 450W.
- Case: Just pick one that you like. That MStation looks fine assuming the build quality is OK.
- Fans: Also consider the Noctua NF-S12B FLX
 
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