Advantages: None Disadvantages: Software will not install on XP Bad support
Having spent some time looking for a good wireless media device, I came across the Linksys DMA2100. I was confident that with the Linksys the product would do the job.
Unfortunately it is totally unusable, firstly the software that came in the box states that it is Vista compatible; however I happened to run XP, after several attempts and hours of trying to load the operating software I was forced to call tech support. I have to say we have all had problems with so called tech support; trying to get through, long hours on premium rate numbers, speaking with overseas staff that do not understand English, but the Linksys so called back-up is non-existent, you cannot get through, and the rare times that you do, the support staff have not got a clue, keeping you on hold only to come back and give you yet another number to call that you are ...
Advantages: The media center interface, decent codec support, HD movies stream really well. Disadvantages: The DVD player is terrible.
Okay, the big pull of this DVD player is the built in MediaCenter Extender software, which once set up runs really well. You need to have vista installed on a PC (which needs to be on for it to work) and you also need a good network connection between the two. I have tried both a 200mbps powerline ethernet network and a wireless N network and for me the wireless network performed better for HD movies, but this will differ for most people so just make sure you arn't relying on a bog standard 54mbps wifi connection.
The built in DVD play is poor to say the least, it doesn't scale DVD's out to widescreen it simply takes the DVD's basic resolution and outputs it to the middle of the screen. I tried watching an old cracker and had to stop as it was displayed as a 640x480 picture in the middle of my 720p HDTV, believe me this looks ...
Advantages: User Friendly, Easy to Use, Value for Money, Comprehensive Operating System. Disadvantages: Poor Documentation, Titanic Struggle Installing Operating System
I have a DVD player, CD Player, A/V Amplifier sitting in my front room all linked to my LCD TV and Sky Digi Box. They all work fine but it does take up quite a bit of room and I'd realistically like an HTPC set up to bring my multimedia module into one unit!
Enter Windows MediaCenter 2005!
My setup consists of a Silverstone LC16M Case which houses an Asus A8N-SLi Motherboard, Hauppage PVR 250, Maxtor Diamond Max 250GB Hard Drive, 1GB Crucial Dual Channel DDR Memory to name just the main core of my system.
Contents of Windows MediaCenter 2005 Pack.
You will be supplied with two CD's, a Setup Guide and a Product Key to be placed on your system. To make full use of MediaCenter it is recommended that you also purchase a MediaCenter Remote Control & Extender.
Installation of MediaCenter 2005.
Installation of most ...
Digital Visual Interface (DVI), High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI)
Audio output
Type
Sound card - integrated
Sound Output Mode
7.1 channel surround
Networking
Networking
Network adapter - integrated
Wireless LAN Supported
Yes
Manufacturer's product description
PRODUCT FEATURES: World's #1 true digital home solution True A/V size Built-in Wi-Fi IR ready SD memory card Built-in HDD cooling fan Front audio and USB I/O Patented in many major countries Full function media / gaming / computing device Awards winning design
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