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[WTA] Dedicated Ultra Low Power PC for Downloading

iSaaCiMaCiPC — Wed, 28 Nov 2012 03:14:39 +0800

Hi guys, I want to build a PC that'll be connected directly to the modem and initiate my downloads remotely from a another computer. I use UniFi and the router is at the living room, not a suitable area to have a PC set up. Hence, I need a small PC that will be connected directly by ethernet cable, hides in a corner, able to access remotely from my laptops and most importantly, consumes as little power as possible.

I found this basic guideline on setting this up but I require your expert advice on picking out the hardware.

• Processors: Both Intel and AMD make comparably power-efficient processors.
• Motherboards: Intel and low-end to midrange MSI motherboards are the way to go here. Avoid Gigabyte and Asus if you're going for efficiency.
• Memory: Sufficient to run Windows XP/Ubuntu
• SSDs: Avoid LSI/Sandforce and JMicron. Make sure you put as much often-requested data on your SSD so that any hard drive in your system may spin down.
• Hard disks: Never use RAID, it has no use and has a very negative effect on your power consumption. Use as little hard drives as possible, preferably of the highest necessary capacity. One 3TB disk is more power efficient than two 1TB disks. If not more than 1TB of space is needed, go for 2.5" models.
• GPU: If at all possible, use an integrated graphics chip, not discrete graphics cards. Most modern-day game titles, as well as basically all graphics-intensive programs can be run on IGPs nowadays at acceptable frame rates. Only use discrete graphics if they're absolutely necessary.

This PC will not be connected to any monitor, just power cable and ethernet cable. I would also like to keep the cost to a minimum. Hoping to receive some sound advice.

Budget : <RM1000 (I hope this budget is okay because the only thing this PC will be running is download managers)
Purpose : Downloading Only
Intended Purchase Date : By early December
Preference : Everything with a low power consumption but still able to be accessed remotely from laptops

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iSaaCiMaCiPC — Sat, 12 Nov 2011 23:55:00 +0800

Running Towards My Goal

iSaaCiMaCiPC — Mon, 18 Jul 2011 02:41:52 +0800

Hi there, would really appreciate comments on my routine, have a look. I'm basically sticking to 2 exercises for now, purely for fatloss. Running (treadmill) and swimming. Will add in more swimming hours, to increase height. No weights because of the myth that it stunts growth.

Gender : Male
Age: 16
Height : 165cm (unaccurate)
Weight : 65kg (accurate)
Status : Plump
Goal : Lean body
Start Date : 19th July 2011

PLAN :
MONDAY : Running
TUESDAY : Running
WEDNESDAY : Rest
THURSDAY : Rest
FRIDAY : Running
SATURDAY : Swimming
SUNDAY : Running

Running details : HIIT plan ; 1 minute sprint, 2 minutes catching back my breath.

2 speeds ; Catching breath : 4.0, Fast : 7.0, Incline : 3.0 (throughout)

Total of 45 minutes.

Swimming details : Olympic Size 50m ; Breastroke, 8 laps. (slow, for cardio)

DIET : Less carbohydrates, more proteins, more greens.
Eating more spicy food to increase metabolism.
Avoiding all other drinks except hot chinese tea and mineral water.
No sugar intake (sweets, desserts).

Please read through and advise. Have started since 1st of June, but the weighing scale shows no improvement.