Thanks for the info, I'll be sure to double-check and compare to my current Antec.

I can't find the GA-G33M-S2H in stock, was it discontinued? Here's what I'm looking at as the second choice: Intel BOXDG35EC - it's G35 and has built-in 1394a. That will give me 1 free PCI-e 1x slot after installing the dual-slot passive 3650 and the sound card. That should work if I decide to add a...

I didn't realize the Intel C2D E7200 was available at $135, so I'm probably going to go that route. It doesn't sound like 780g would give me any benefit. I think the C2D E7200 + Gigabyte G33 board mentioned is probably going to be it. I need to measure my 3650 and try to verify if it will block any ...

The desk has about a 60mm hole on the top center already, but I might expand it if needed or add a temp controlled fan. When the computer is not in use, it's in S3 sleep, and the desk is closed. Keyboard, mouse, monitor, everything is hidden from view. It's in the corner of my home theater. I only u...

Currently, I have a Sempron 3100+, 6600gt, MSI K8NGM setup, which is too loud. I have the Asus Radeon HD 3650 passive on its way to replace the 6600gt, but need to figure out where I'm going next. I have both J.River Media Center, and Windows Media Center (Vista Ultimate x64), but use a TiVo for TV ...