12 Great Components for the Ultimate HD PC
Looking for the ultimate high-def experience? With these outstanding components, you can build the HD computer of your dreams.
Zack Stern, PC World
Case: Silverstone Crown CW03-MT
I've been fantasizing for years about the ideal high-def computer, and now I've built the ultimate entertainment system from 12 killer components. To read my entire HD PC how-to, click here. To see which parts I picked for my HD machine, read on.
Pick a case that will look good on your desk or as part of your home entertainment center. Many home-theater cases include displays for identifying the name of a song that's playing and even for navigating media: in a word, slick. I chose the SilverStone Crown CW03-MT as the case for my HD PC, largely because of this integrated LCD display.
Case price: $700
System subtotal: $700
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