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Zebu Fellenz
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| Posted: Fri Feb 26, 2010 12:40 am Post subject: |
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| greg_mitch wrote: | Damn! I would say so!
You have almost 5TB in one box! I have been spreading it around...jealous!  |
More than 5TB, I'm reusing my first 2TB drive, and bought two more new ones.
All in all with formatting I believe I have around 6.1TB usable. 
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greg_mitch
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| Posted: Fri Feb 26, 2010 1:01 am Post subject: |
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| Zebu Fellenz wrote: | | greg_mitch wrote: | Damn! I would say so!
You have almost 5TB in one box! I have been spreading it around...jealous! |
More than 5TB, I'm reusing my first 2TB drive, and bought two more new ones.
All in all with formatting I believe I have around 6.1TB usable. |
Damn...and you quoted me so I can't go back and edit it!
Now, I'm super jealous!!! 
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Spanky Ham
Joined: 22 Mar 2006
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Location: Comedy Central
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Not bad! You should be set for awhile with this.
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Zebu Fellenz
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| Spanky Ham wrote: | | Not bad! You should be set for awhile with this. |
Thanks.
Hopefully I won't be upgrading everything again for 2-3 years now so I can match the life of my last HTPC. With the exception of some more disc space I'm hoping the upgrade bug will be gone for a while. 
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puyule
Joined: 08 Mar 2010
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| Posted: Mon Mar 08, 2010 5:38 pm Post subject: 2tb hard drive |
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| Zebu Fellenz wrote: | And existing hardware that was reused:
LG HD-DVD Blu-ray drive
Samsung 2TB hard drive
Seagate 500GB hard drive (music, pictures, backups)
Western Digital 320GB hard drive (boot drive)
Netgear WG-311T wireless card
Auzentech X-mystique sound card
450W PSU
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Do you have a preference for brand of 2tb hard drive? Samsung, or was that just in order to hit a lower cost target?
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Zebu Fellenz
Joined: 21 Dec 2006
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| Posted: Mon Mar 08, 2010 7:24 pm Post subject: Re: 2tb hard drive |
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| puyule wrote: | | Zebu Fellenz wrote: | And existing hardware that was reused:
LG HD-DVD Blu-ray drive
Samsung 2TB hard drive
Seagate 500GB hard drive (music, pictures, backups)
Western Digital 320GB hard drive (boot drive)
Netgear WG-311T wireless card
Auzentech X-mystique sound card
450W PSU
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Do you have a preference for brand of 2tb hard drive? Samsung, or was that just in order to hit a lower cost target? |
I don't have a real preference, I buy the drives when they go on sale regardless of the manufacture as long as there are no wide spread problems with the model.
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Clarence
Joined: 08 Mar 2006
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Location: Smith Mtn Lake, VA
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Between this thread and the thread about buying Windows 7, I thought someone might be interested in this...
It's a small form factor so it wouldn't hold all 5 of your hard drives internally, but it doesn't look too shabby for $377...
http://www.geeks.com/details.asp?invtid=SX2802-01-R&AID=10440852&CJPID=227502
| Quote: | Geeks has Refurbished Gateway SX2802-01 Intel Core 2 Quad Q8300 Desktop Computer with Windows 7 for a low $377.99 after 10% off Coupon Code: TECHBARGAINS Shipping ~$14-$23. Tax in CA.
Intel Core 2 Quad Q8300 @ 2.5GHz; 4GB DDR3 RAM; 750GB HDD; DVD burner; Gigabit Ethernet; Windows 7 Home Premium; HDMI port, 90-day warranty; keyboard/mouse included
The Gateway SX2802-01 Core 2 Quad 2.5 GHz Desktop System offers incredible quad-core processing in a sleek, compact package.
Backed by an Intel Core 2 Quad Q8300 2.5 GHz processor and 4 GB of DDR2 memory, this small form factor PC is perfect for enjoying multimedia and other data-intensive applications. The massive 750 GB hard drive provides ample room for photos, music, movies and more. Plus, Windows 7 Home Premium comes pre-installed for added convenience.
Burn and play CDs and DVDs with the DVD±RW DL drive. The SX2802-01 lets you enjoy graphics and audio in HD, so take advantage of the HDMI port and hook it up to an HD display. With a multi-in-one card reader, you can easily transfer and share your digital camera photos. There's even a handy device deck to rest your portable devices while it's plugged in via USB 2.0 port. Press the Photo Frame Button to instantly launch slideshows.
Get online with integrated Gigabit Ethernet. Since there's already a multimedia keyboard and optical mouse included, all you need is a monitor to start surfing! Work and play in style with the Gateway SX2802-01 Core 2 Quad 2.5 GHz Small Form Factor System.
Features/Specifications:
Gateway SX2802-01 Core 2 Quad 2.5 GHz Desktop System
General Features:
Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit pre-installed w/CoA
Intel Core 2 Quad Q8300 2.5 GHz processor
4 GB DDR2 RAM (expandable to 8 GB max.)
750 GB hard drive
DVD±RW DL drive
Intel Graphics Media Accelerator X4500
Integrated HD audio with 5.1 channel surround sound support
Multi-in-one card reader with Photo Frame Button (instantly turns monitor into slideshow)
Integrated 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet
Keyboard and mouse included
Digital device holder on top of system: convenient place to rest your digital camera, MP3 player and other portable devices while connected to a USB port
Motherboard Features:
One (1) PCIe x 16 slot
One (1) PCIe x 1 slot
Four (4) DDR2 240-pin DIMM slots (2 occupied)
Front I/O Ports:
Two (2) memory card slots
Five (5) USB 2.0
One (1) IEEE 1394 Firewire
One (1) headphone
One (1) microphone
Rear I/O Ports:
Two (2) PS/2
One (1) HDMI
One (1) 15-pin VGA
One (1) eSATA
Four (4) USB 2.0
One (1) RJ-45 Ethernet
Five (5) audio
Case Features:
One (1) 5.25-inch external drive bay (occupied)
One (1) 3.5-inch internal drive bay (occupied)
220W power supply (100-127V/220-240V ~ 6/3.15A, 50/60Hz)
Case Dimensions:
11 x 4 x 15-inches (H x W x D, approximate)
Regulatory Approvals:
FCC
C-Tick
NOM
VCCI
GOST-R
WEEE
Package Includes:
Gateway SX2802-01 Core 2 Quad 2.5 GHz Desktop System
Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit pre-installed w/CoA
Power cord
PS/2 multimedia keyboard
USB optical mouse |
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WanMan
Joined: 19 Mar 2006
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That link now says:
Part #: SX2802-01-R
Warranty: 90 Day Direct
Condition: Refurbished
Packaging: Factory Box
Ship Weight: 18.5 lbs
Manufacturer: Gateway
MFG Part #: PT.GA102.008
Model #: SX2802-01
Supported By: www.gateway.com
Your Price: $419.99
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michael k
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Location: sweden
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zotack h55 motherboard and i3
if you want bluray go fore w7
if you dont care fore bluray ubuntu
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