nMEDIAPC HTPC-5000 HTPC Case None Specified   Page 1

Reviewer: RWL Staff Article Publish Date: 3/1/2010

 

 

 

 

 

 

INTRODUCTION:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

     Home theater PC products are becoming more and more common in today’s homes.  These setups allow the owner to have a computer’s many functions at their fingertips in the living room, family room, or anywhere they decide to keep their setup instead of having to sit in front of a computer setup.  Whether for streaming video, music, or playing games, people are asking more and more of their HTPCS every day.

 

 

 

     These smaller PCs also create tradeoffs though.  With smaller size comes cramped spaces and limited flexibility when it comes to choosing hardware to include in building the computer.  Low profile video and audio cards sometimes do not provide the power craved by some users, yet with more powerful components comes more power and heat.  It can be a delicate balancing act when deciding the right case for you.

    

 

 

     nMediaPC has taken their step onto the tightrope of HTPC form vs. function with the HTPC 5000 case.  Sporting understated yet classy looks and allowing full size PCI cards and four hard drives, this budget-friendly case tries to strike the balance needed for those who want HTPC form and full size PC function.  Time for a closer look at the nMediaPC 5000 to see if it succeeds.

 

 

 

 

ABOUT NMEDIAPC:

 

 

 

     nMediaPC was founded in 2004 and is based in Castro Valley, California.  They specialize in Home Theater PC products and strive to provide optimal HTPC components that are easy to use and enrich the end user’s home entertainment experience.

 

Vision Statement:

 

     Our vision is to transform the total home theater experience by intelligently converging digital entertainment AV functions, computer and networking technologies. We commit to deliver strong value to a number of key technology and entertainment market segments, including PC system builder and distributors, home theater installer and home AV system retailers.