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Need a dedicated downloading machine.

18 posts · originally from https://geek.digit.in/community/threads/need-a-dedicated-downloading-machine.159364/

6Diablo9
6Diablo9 Original post #1
Jun 30, 2012 at 7:42 PM
I need a PC for night downloading. The PC should as cheap and power efficient as possible.
Initially I was thinking of getting an atom based PC but I saw this item on net, can I install torrent client and browser on it? It has got WinCE 6.0 OS I've never heard about it.
UNIQUE WESPRO 7INCH NETBOOK LAPTOP WIFI USB MRP 14000 | eBay
Omi
Omi #2
Jun 30, 2012 at 11:25 PM
you can try this, if only torrent downloading is your priority
Seagate GoFlex NAS
The Sorcerer
Jun 30, 2012 at 11:54 PM
There are so many NAS boxes- small/big- 2.5"/3.5" via USB which can be used as a downloading rig.
6Diablo9
Jul 1, 2012 at 8:31 AM
It's first time I'm hearing about NAS, can you guys tell me how does it work? Does it have an onboard processor and HDD? Do I hook it to a monitor? Does it support Reliance data card?
Gauravs90
Jul 1, 2012 at 8:55 AM
Get any atom based samsung netbook for Rs 12000. Install windows in it and start downloading...
6Diablo9
Jul 1, 2012 at 9:07 AM
Get any atom based samsung netbook for Rs 12000. Install windows in it and start downloading...

12K is way up my budget. I can get a 2nd hand P4 instead, if there are no better options.
Sainatarajan
Jul 1, 2012 at 9:11 AM
What is your budget ??
ravi_9793
Jul 1, 2012 at 10:01 AM
Check Dell / Sony mini laptop (Netbook) with windows / Linux installed.
Will cost you around 15k

Good battery backup (8-10 hours).
Chaitanya
Jul 1, 2012 at 10:14 AM
Give your budget...:-x

your choice is good...
OS is Windows Embedded CE 6.0 it's tailor made OS for tablets & low power devices..
6Diablo9
6Diablo9 #10
Jul 1, 2012 at 10:22 AM
I want something close to 6K. Device being mobile is not a priority.
Sainatarajan
Jul 1, 2012 at 10:52 AM
Then get Samsung Galaxy Y . LOL .
PENTIUM G620 + ASUS P8H61 M LX + 4 GB DDR3 RAM @ 7.5K .
R
Jul 1, 2012 at 2:30 PM
^ Shoe Box Rig!
RCuber
RCuber #13
Jul 1, 2012 at 3:06 PM
I bought this for 9K Playon!HD2 :: AC Ryan | Defining Digital Entertainment

can work as NAS as well as download torrents ;)
G
Golu #14
Jul 1, 2012 at 6:07 PM
Get these
Gigabyte GA-D425TUD Combo Motherboard | Combo Motherboard | Flipkart.com

Transcend JetRam DDR3 2 GB Laptop RAM (JM1333KSN-2G) | Ram | Flipkart.com

WD Scorpio Blue 320 GB HDD Internal Hard Drive (WD3200LPVT) | Internal Hard Drive | Flipkart.com

2nd hand cabinet+ SMPS

You can also opt for a 2nd hand drive for this one, if you have lot of space on your main drive.
Sainatarajan
Jul 1, 2012 at 7:50 PM
HE Has Already Bought .
Sainatarajan
Jul 1, 2012 at 8:34 PM
Sorry , Was confused a little bit.
6Diablo9
6Diablo9 #18
Jul 2, 2012 at 9:25 AM
Get these
Gigabyte GA-D425TUD Combo Motherboard | Combo Motherboard | Flipkart.com

Transcend JetRam DDR3 2 GB Laptop RAM (JM1333KSN-2G) | Ram | Flipkart.com

WD Scorpio Blue 320 GB HDD Internal Hard Drive (WD3200LPVT) | Internal Hard Drive | Flipkart.com

2nd hand cabinet+ SMPS

You can also opt for a 2nd hand drive for this one, if you have lot of space on your main drive.

Nice config man, I think I'll go with it. Thanks.