Ok, below is a link to an updated build with 1866 RAM and an A8-5500 APU. This keeps with the FM2 so upgrading when the next gen comes out will be possible. I changed the case and added a modular PS as well.
Any thoughts or things you might change are welcome!
http://pcpartpicker.com/p/At9Q...
@Shaydza Do you have a recommendation for the RAM? Or did you just mean like jr26 stated and go with the 1866?
That's why I decided with the FM2.
@crashtestdummy I'm leaning towards XBMC on top of Win7. I'm slightly afraid of the XBMCbuntu.
I'm looking to build a new HTPC. For now, I will be looking at just streaming. I think I have everything except OS and Power Supply. I plan on running XBMC with it. I'm looking for recommendations on the Power Supply and if I need a CPU cooler other than the stock.
In the future, I am...
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