- Jul 25, 2011
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Hi, im a first time PC builder who wants to get his hands dirty.
I was inspired by the Mac Mini and am looking to build a Mini ITX system but I have some questions.
1. I noticed that the Mac Mini has the power source externally. Is this possible in a custom build so as to keep the size of the case to around that of the Mac Mini?
2. I would like to run a silent rig so Im not looking for fans/optical drives/hard disk drives. I intend on booting off a USB stick and running Ubuntu. I know the booting from USB is possible, but im worried about the heat dissipation
3. I will need the motherboard to have Wifi, Ethernet, USB (3.0 optionally) and support at least 2 gig RAM. I am stating all this clearly since Im a PC building n00b and don't know if all this comes standard.
I am looking to use it primarily for browsing and streaming video.
Thanks in advance.
I was inspired by the Mac Mini and am looking to build a Mini ITX system but I have some questions.
1. I noticed that the Mac Mini has the power source externally. Is this possible in a custom build so as to keep the size of the case to around that of the Mac Mini?
2. I would like to run a silent rig so Im not looking for fans/optical drives/hard disk drives. I intend on booting off a USB stick and running Ubuntu. I know the booting from USB is possible, but im worried about the heat dissipation
3. I will need the motherboard to have Wifi, Ethernet, USB (3.0 optionally) and support at least 2 gig RAM. I am stating all this clearly since Im a PC building n00b and don't know if all this comes standard.
I am looking to use it primarily for browsing and streaming video.
Thanks in advance.