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Posted on: Q. Can You Recommend a Media Server for 6,000 Discs?
heartsurgeon
(10/06, 09:44 PM)
if your an enthusiast, it is quite doable. a thread already exists avsforum.com about building a home server with 48 terabytes storage. basically, build a server with 24 terabytes drives. then build a second aerver just the same. install then on a gigabyte LAN. build a “front end” HTPC.. rip your media, run software like anydvd, use your front end…

Posted on: Deal: 50-inch Element Plasma - $899.99
Tommy
(10/06, 08:23 PM)
Wow, all of this over tv’s. I see people complaining about this and that. Is it a name barnd or off brand. Will it last long. Well lets look at it all. Does a name brand matter? Not to everyone. Samsung and Sony are considered to be the best. But for the best quality, you pay for your tv to…

Posted on: HD DVD Still Has Steam
Joe T.
(10/06, 06:39 PM)
I think that depends on the player.  I love my cheaper A3 HD DVD player, but frankly, my PS3 has fewer glitches and loads much faster.

Posted on: RealNetworks Banned from Selling RealDVD
Paul
(10/06, 06:01 PM)
Sorry, forgot to add that while the software may be legal to sell outside of the USA, I could still be prosecuted for using/ bringing any of this software into the US.  Case in point: US border officials can seize Ipods/laptops and other digital storage devices if they suspect that there may be illegally copied / pirated material on them. …

Posted on: RealNetworks Banned from Selling RealDVD
Paul
(10/06, 05:22 PM)
True.  I don’t want to take a chance on breaking the law inadvertantly. A ‘ripping’ program removes DRM, or at the very least cracks it to copy it.  This may or may not be against the law depending on the country you live in.  Real DVD does not remove any DRM and copies the disc bit for bit, all DRM…

Posted on: Q. Can You Recommend a Media Server for 6,000 Discs?
Dan Fulmer
(10/06, 05:01 PM)
I apologize, since I do work in the custom integration business, cost is all relative.  However, this question directly ask for an alternative to Kaleidescape and to use for 6000 DVDs or MORE.  There is not really a CHEAP alternative to this. A PC based system just isn’t robust enough at this time, Furthermore, an iMac based system gets into…

Posted on: HD DVD Still Has Steam
justimagine5
(10/06, 04:23 PM)
It’s kinda funny how when I mention I bought into HD-DVD instead of Blu-Ray, I get this, “Boy, you must feel stupid.” response from Blu-Ray owners.  Not in the least.  I LOVE my HD-DVD player.  Not sorry a abit. I even bought a second one as a back-up from Amazon and they sent me 50.00 in credit on top of…

Posted on: RealNetworks Banned from Selling RealDVD
Mickey
(10/06, 04:05 PM)
Much Ado About Nothing! There are currently several riping programs available that will allow you back up your DVDs. Most are sold outside the U.S.A. where the laws do not apply. The region code on a DVD helps sell them as it will remove the code and allow you to view any purchased DVD from anywhere in the world on…

Posted on: Q. Can You Recommend a Media Server for 6,000 Discs?
Richard
(10/06, 03:47 PM)
Although both of the commenters make valid points I think they are not responsive to request for an inexpensive solution. There is no reason why you can’t acquire a Mac Pro or server-oriented PC and run dual quad CPUs, lots of memory, lots of storage and be within $5,000 range. Furthermore, one only needs to load Media Center and not…

Posted on: Q. Will a Dented Dome Affect My Speaker Sound?
Ken Klein
(10/06, 03:30 PM)
Agreed. In most cases, once the dome is compromised the sound will be affected in a negative way - even after a “DIY” attempt to fix it. Replacement is the way to go - and good call on getting both done at the same time - better for even sound. http://www.hometheaterfocus.com/speakers/


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