Budget: $500-$600 (cheaper is better though)
Usage:
1. File logging. I'll use this system mainly for collecting some data from my network. It'll involve a lot of constant writing on the disk, about 500MB of data per hour. I check and clean the data weekly.
2. Watching some 1080p video and YouTube's HD videos.
3. Web surfing.
Some Notes:
1. As stated in the title, I want a low power PC since it will be running almost 24/7. The lower the better. I don't mind pricier parts as long as it has lower power consumption, because then it'll be cheaper in the long run.
2. I want a long lasting PC (at least 5 years). In the past, overheating has been my main problem. So I hope my PC can run cooler this time.
3. It will run Ubuntu or Linux Mint. But I might change it to Windows 7 or 8 in the future.
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I have tried to create a build that might fit my needs. Please give me your suggestions.
Processor: Intel i3-3220 3.3GHz $120
I'd have chosen i3-3220T (lower wattage) or i3-3225 (better graphics), but I can't find them at my local stores.
Motherboard: MSI B75IA-E33 $80
I need my mobo to have USB3.0, SATA3, HDMI or DisplayPort, and it has to be a Mini ITX.
I've considered ASRock B75M-ITX and ASRock H77M-ITX, but again, not available at the local stores.
Memory: G.SKILL Sniper (2 x 4GB) DDR3 1600 (PC3 12800) CL9 1.25V $60
I have G.Skill Eco 4GB CL7 and G.Skill Eco 4GB CL9 as alternatives here. Which one would be the best for me?
Video Card: None
My overheating problem in the past had always struck the video card. So I'm a bit concerned whether the integrated Intel HD 2500 Graphics will go under early because of running 24/7 and viewing 1080p videos. Is this possible? Should I just get a cheap video card so it'll be easier to replace in case it died?
Hard Drive: $80 - $100
I'm torn apart between: WD Green 1TB SATA 6.0Gbps, or WD Red 1TB WD10EFRX, or Seagate SV35 1TB ST1000VX000
On another note, would 2.5 inch drive be better for my build?
PSU: Seasonic SSR-360GP 360W 80+ Gold $60
I'm aiming for ATX PSU only due to the abundance of choices.
Case: Cooler Master Elite 120 Advanced $50
I want a Mini ITX case that has USB3.0 on the front and can fit an ATX PSU. This Elite 120 is a bit big for my taste, but it's the best I can get I think.
TOTAL: $450 - $470
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Any help and suggestion will be very well appreciated. Thanks
Usage:
1. File logging. I'll use this system mainly for collecting some data from my network. It'll involve a lot of constant writing on the disk, about 500MB of data per hour. I check and clean the data weekly.
2. Watching some 1080p video and YouTube's HD videos.
3. Web surfing.
Some Notes:
1. As stated in the title, I want a low power PC since it will be running almost 24/7. The lower the better. I don't mind pricier parts as long as it has lower power consumption, because then it'll be cheaper in the long run.
2. I want a long lasting PC (at least 5 years). In the past, overheating has been my main problem. So I hope my PC can run cooler this time.
3. It will run Ubuntu or Linux Mint. But I might change it to Windows 7 or 8 in the future.
---
I have tried to create a build that might fit my needs. Please give me your suggestions.
Processor: Intel i3-3220 3.3GHz $120
I'd have chosen i3-3220T (lower wattage) or i3-3225 (better graphics), but I can't find them at my local stores.
Motherboard: MSI B75IA-E33 $80
I need my mobo to have USB3.0, SATA3, HDMI or DisplayPort, and it has to be a Mini ITX.
I've considered ASRock B75M-ITX and ASRock H77M-ITX, but again, not available at the local stores.
Memory: G.SKILL Sniper (2 x 4GB) DDR3 1600 (PC3 12800) CL9 1.25V $60
I have G.Skill Eco 4GB CL7 and G.Skill Eco 4GB CL9 as alternatives here. Which one would be the best for me?
Video Card: None
My overheating problem in the past had always struck the video card. So I'm a bit concerned whether the integrated Intel HD 2500 Graphics will go under early because of running 24/7 and viewing 1080p videos. Is this possible? Should I just get a cheap video card so it'll be easier to replace in case it died?
Hard Drive: $80 - $100
I'm torn apart between: WD Green 1TB SATA 6.0Gbps, or WD Red 1TB WD10EFRX, or Seagate SV35 1TB ST1000VX000
On another note, would 2.5 inch drive be better for my build?
PSU: Seasonic SSR-360GP 360W 80+ Gold $60
I'm aiming for ATX PSU only due to the abundance of choices.
Case: Cooler Master Elite 120 Advanced $50
I want a Mini ITX case that has USB3.0 on the front and can fit an ATX PSU. This Elite 120 is a bit big for my taste, but it's the best I can get I think.
TOTAL: $450 - $470
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Any help and suggestion will be very well appreciated. Thanks