Introduction

So you want to build a quiet HTPC do you? Where do you go to find that case that is just what you want or need? Sure lots of companies make HTPC cases, but why not go to a company that specializes in them, a company that is known for making well designed and high quality cases. That company would be Nmedia, and today for review I have their latest offering the HTPC 280. This case has lots of features and looks great, pair it with some other Nmedia products and you have the makings of possibly the best HTPC system out there today. Sound interesting? Read on to learn more...

Quick Specs

Customers want an aluminum panel HTPC 200, we are listening. Here comes the HTPC 280 series. customers want a programmable VFD, the new HTPC 280 supports 20X2 Vl System VFD. The most advanced media center VFD with an internal USB connection to the board. Why not coming with a remote? We have done a survey that most of the HTPC users will use satellite or digital cable for high definition TV services, so to ensure you can switch channels via the HTPC remote, we recommend and support the Microsoft MCE Receiver and Remote. (the only remote that can learn IR code from set top box and come with IR Blaster cables) A customized receiver rack is included to enable users to convert the MCE receiver dongle to an internal solution.

Model: HTPC 280BAV
Color: Black
Dimension: 17"(W) x 5.25"(H) x 16"(D)
Material: Aluminum & Steel
Motherboard: Support Micro-ATX (9.6" x 9.6")
Power Supply: NMEDIAPC MP-500 500W Silent Power Supply
Drive Bays:
- External 5.25" Bay x 1
- Internal 3.5" Bay x 3
Expansions: 4 Slots / Full Size
Cooling:
- 60mm Silent Case Fan x 2
- 80mm HDD Fan x 1
- Air Duct x 1
Front Connection:
- IEEE 1394 x 1 | USB 2.0 x 2 | Audios
- AV Capture - S-Video x 1 | Video (RCA) x 1 | Audios (RCA) x 2
- 20 x 2 VL System Media Center Edition (MCE) Programmable VFD with Internal USB Connector
- Non programmable LCD displays CPU Temp. & Fan Speed Controller

Special Features:

MCE Receiver Rack with internal USB adapter (receiver not included)
S/PDIF Output Jack
CPU overheat and fan out-of-order alarm function

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