I wanted to make a small Windows PLEX server / Karaoke & Bingo system. My major requirements are.
- Case must be a 2U chassis for mounting in a 6U rack. 4U already consumed.
- Motherboard must have VGA & HDMI out to connect to operator screen & TV’s & projector using HDMI splitter.
- Motherboard must have audio out to connect to a stereo receiver.
Picture for imagination.
Here is what I decided on, as I had some items laying around to use.
Please let me know what you think.
| Type | Item | Price |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | Intel Core i5-3570S | $31.54 |
| CPU Cooler | Noctua NH-L9i | $39.95 |
| Motherboard | Q77H2-AM | $24.65 |
| RAM | [4x4GB 1600MHZ PC3 12800 ] | FREE |
| SSD | [512G ] | FREE |
| SSD | [256G ] | FREE |
| HD | [1TB ] | FREE |
| Case | Rosewill 2U - RSV-Z2700 | $79.99 |
| Fans | 2xArctic 80mm | FREE |
| MISC | 2.5 to 3.5 adapter | $6.79 |
| PSU | [EVGA 500W] Purchase On B Stock Wednesday | $~40 |
| $222.92 |