[eddiesteadygo]

Hi Guys,

I am looking to build my own HTPC and audio source for my hifi. The system will also be used to play limited amount of games like COD etc.

After researching the options I think I have a specification which would be compatible and would offer the necessary level of performance. However, I am no expert so I woudl welcome any advice.

The only part of the specification that I am keen on is the Asus Xonar Essence which based on feedback from various audio forums is a super choice to get great audio for the music system.

Here are the other details;

Silverstone CAse £160
http://www.amazon.co.uk/SilverStone-LASC...711&sr=1-1

Power Supply £50
http://www.ebuyer.com/124927-arctic-powe...ctic-700td

Antec 120mm TrueQuiet Fan £10
http://www.ebuyer.com/247977-antec-120mm...45-75250-3

Sapphire 11179-09-20G HD 6870 1GB GDDR5 Graphics Card £140
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Sapphire-11179-0...=de_a_smtd

Windows 7 : £70
http://www.ebuyer.com/259863-microsoft-w...-gfc-02050

Harddisk £120
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Seagate-ST2000DL...827&sr=1-2

Sound Card £140
http://www.ebuyer.com/176957-asus-xonar-...essence-st

Motherboard £211
http://www.ebuyer.com/260480-asus-p8p67-...p67-evo-r3

Processor £160
http://www.ebuyer.com/251597-core-i5-250...0623i52500

Software, Windows 7 with Media Centre and XBMC

Any thoughts would be gratefully received

Ed.