November 18, 2007
Who needs an AppleTV?
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We got a new (HD!) telly which has a VGA port, so I finally got to hook up my new Linux media server:

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Of course, I didn’t just leave the various parts strewn around:

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Nice and neat. Note the special enclosure design to allow maximum airflow:

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And a closeup:

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Clever design allows all the parts to fit in the basket. Well-placed Vodafone box stops the power supply’s metal case short circuiting all the twiddly bits on the motherboard. Overall layout:

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All in all the project was a great success. I envisage many uses:

- Media hub
- Modern art
- Fire hazard
- Tux Racer console
- Accident waiting to happen