[Build Ready] Linux Media Center and File Server
PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant / Benchmarks
| Type | Item | Price |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | AMD FX-8120 3.1GHz 8-Core Processor | $154.99 @ Newegg |
| Motherboard | Biostar TA990FXE ATX AM3+ Motherboard | $137.86 @ Newegg |
| Memory | G.Skill Ripjaws Series 8GB (2 x 4GB) DDR3-1600 Memory | $54.99 @ Newegg |
| Hard Drive | Samsung Spinpoint F3 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive | $79.99 @ Newegg |
| Video Card | PowerColor Radeon HD 6570 1GB Video Card | $56.99 @ Newegg |
| Case | NZXT Source 210 (Black) ATX Mid Tower Case | $39.99 @ Newegg |
| Power Supply | Cooler Master 450W ATX12V Power Supply | $63.98 @ Newegg |
| Total | ||
| Prices include shipping and discounts when available. | $588.79 |
- This will be used primarily for watching high-definition video and running http and ssh servers. I intend to use it for a long time without any upgrades, so I would rather it be overpowered than under powered for its purpose. I may eventually add more hard drives and an SSD but that would be all.
- I am open to significantly changing the parts list. I picked most of these based on NewEgg reviews.
- My main concern is whether these parts are all compatible. I have never built a computer before, so I don't know how to tell for sure.
- I also want to make sure that the parts are all compatible with GNU/Linux, preferably using free, open-source drivers.
Thanks for the help. What a great resource.
Posted Jun 23, 2012, 11:17 PM UTC
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