/r/htpc Wiki
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Welcome to the /r/htpc sub-reddit’s wiki page.

You can use this page to browse and search information relating to HTPCs.


Frequently Asked Questions

  • Start here. Information about getting help, quick-fire RECs, software, HTPC concepts/limitations, media devices.

Sample Pre-Built / DiY Builds

  • Sample builds to help you get started with a HTPC, media server, NAS, gaming emulation or VR build

Hardware Components Guide

  • Components you should consider for a build. Cases/CPUs/GPUs/Motherboards/Memory/Storage/PSUs/Cooling, Video Cables/Adapters, Remotes, Keyboards

AUDIO Setup Guide

  • How to connect, configure, and explanation of AUDIO between your HTPC and Sound System

VIDEO Setup Guide

  • How to configure, calibrate, and explanation of VIDEO between your HTPC and Display

HDR Setup Guide

  • How to configure HDR and Upscaling settings for multiple platforms and players

STORAGE Setup Guide

  • Information on storage for your HTPC/media devices. Pre-built NASes, HDDs, SSDs, DIY NAS cases

Term Reference

  • Some terms you may find on this subreddit and what they mean

NUCs

  • A list of current NUC-sized PCs that can be used as HTPCs (models, prices, specs, etc..)

CPU Coolers

  • A list of current CPU Coolers that can be used with HTPCs (models, prices, specs, etc..)

Verified HDMI 2.0/HDCP 2.2 motherboards

  • A list of motherboards that have HDMI 2.0/HDCP 2.2 support

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