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List:       mythtv-users
Subject:    Re: [mythtv-users] CPU for combo frontend/backed box
From:       James Crow <james () ultratans ! com>
Date:       2009-08-31 12:02:51
Message-ID: 4A9BBBEB.4050507 () ultratans ! com
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Laura Donovan Bannister wrote:
> Hi everyone,
>
> I just wanted to say thanks for the detailed feedback - it was 
> extremely helpful! Based on your suggestions, I revised my original 
> specs. I'm now going to purchase:
>
> Case: Silverstone LC10B-E ATX
> MB: Gigabyte GA-MA785GMT-UD2H
> CPU: AMD Phenom II X3 720 2.8GHz
> GPU: Nvidia 9500GT
> RAM: Kingston HyperX 2GB (2 x 1GB) DDR3
> HD1 (OS): WD Caviar Blue 160GB
> HD2 (Data): WD Caviar Green 1TB
> PSU: ENERMAX MODU82+ 425W
> Tuner: Still haven't decided :)
>
> This hardware will perform much better than my original selections, 
> and it costs less! Even better, the AM3/DDR3 motherboard will be much 
> more scalable than my original choice.
>
> Thanks again!
>
> -Laura
>
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>
>   
I recently upgraded my FE machines from Nvidia 8400GS cards to 9500 
cards. I can tell the difference between Advanced 2x and Temporal 2x 
when watching HD material. I think the 9500 is a very good choice for a 
video card.

Cheers,
James
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