Mini PC specs help?

Kalihusband · July 10, 2020, 9:42pm

I am thinking of purchasing a mini pc to use as my DVR. Don’t want to pay much. I won’t be using it for anything other than the DVR and just let it run 24/7. Can anyone recommend the bare minimum I would need to make it work properly? Would something like this be effective?

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0899JKPRD/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_c_api_i_n5ncFbP6CZG30

Thanks

tmm1 · July 10, 2020, 10:29pm

Intel Atom does not support transcoding. If you don't plan to use for Away From Home video streaming, then it should be okay.

Kalihusband · July 10, 2020, 10:35pm

Ok thanks. Will it have a problem streaming TV everywhere cable stations on 2 devices at once? And will I be able to stream my own 1080 movies from a My cloud without issue as long as I am streaming the original quality?

tmm1 · July 10, 2020, 10:37pm

I'm not sure, but compared to the MyCloud Home processor it will be a big upgrade.

Kalihusband · July 10, 2020, 10:58pm

Ok thanks. I’ll give it a try.

Edwin_Perez · July 10, 2020, 11:22pm

Have you looked at these they are refurbished ... I just setup one for a client .. it supports Quick Sync Video.

Kalihusband · July 11, 2020, 12:14am

Looks as if some people have had issues but I’ll check it out. Thanks.

Kalihusband · July 11, 2020, 12:19am

Is quick sync video a must have?

Edwin_Perez · July 11, 2020, 12:21am

Hardware transcoding is supported using QuickSync.

Macnbaish · July 11, 2020, 4:14am

If you need any amount of transcoding, it’s very helpful. Transcoding is always needed for remote access, but not usually for local access.

Edwin_Perez · July 11, 2020, 1:29pm

I would get something that can do hardware transcoding ... I rather have that option than not ... better than having buyers remorse when you need transcoding.

Kalihusband · July 11, 2020, 2:14pm

I agree. I’m just trying to find the cheapest options with quick sync. And I am not sure how to determine which PC have quick sync because it’s not specified in the specs. Any ideas how to identify which intel processors I should be looking for? Can someone point me in the right direction?

tmm1 · July 11, 2020, 2:33pm

Google for the model number of the CPU then search the Intel ARK page for QuickSync

Kalihusband · July 11, 2020, 2:48pm

Ok. Think I found a mini PC with:

Intel® Celeron® Processor N3060
2M Cache, up to 2.48 GHz

Says it has quick sync. I’ll give it a shot.

Thanks for all the help.

Kalihusband · July 13, 2020, 9:56pm

Ok so I’ve been running the new DVR on mini pc for about 24 hrs and everything seems to be working great. My only issue is how do I set Windows 10 to automatically restart after a power outage. I have frequent flash outages here and I don’t want it to happen when I’m away from home and I’m not able to access my DVR. I read something about going in BIOS mode and changing the settings there. I followed the directions I found online and it didn’t seem to work. If anyone can help I would appreciate it.

Thanks.

Edwin_Perez · July 13, 2020, 10:09pm

Are you talking about logging on to Windows automatically ? If that is the case you can look here ....

https://www.softwareok.com/?seite=faq-Windows-10&faq=21

Tom_Leach · July 13, 2020, 10:36pm

I have an acepc mini it also claimed to support auto on in bios but never worked correctly. If you get a small cheep ups that should help.

Kalihusband · July 13, 2020, 11:02pm

Ok thanks. Think I’ve found something.

https://www.staples.com/cyberpower-450-va-battery-backup-ups-8-outlets-black-se450g1/product_24403538?cid=PS:GooglePLAs:24403538&ci_src=17588969&ci_sku=24403538&KPID=24403538&gclid=CjwKCAjwjLD4BRAiEiwAg5NBFs8ciN6dv-LQNLyhyKDeaqvvv3wfD8j4a1T572ZRT56-xNtcHKQWWRoCHLMQAvD_BwE

scooter_scott · July 14, 2020, 12:43pm

Yep a UPS should definitely be in your arsenal

Kalihusband · July 14, 2020, 3:03pm

Any recommendations? I’ll be using it for a Mini PC, Router and My Cloud Home.