Tiny computer / DVD player

[klikey]

A few weeks ago I modified(might be a bit of an overstatement) a broken laptop into a netflix(I barely use the netflix version from my own country, as the selection is far inferior compared to others.) and dvd player for my tv. I really like the overall result, but I can't help but think, that there could be a better solution. It is too big and the fan is really noisy.

So I got an idea. Maybe I could build my own tiny computer with a dvd/blueray. But the details of how and what to do is way beyond my expertise.

My questions:
- Is it possible to build it, in a comparable size to a standard blueray player?
- Where would I locate the smallets components on the market and check if they are compatible with each other.
- If I build this computer-thingy, which components would it need to work as intended(Play movies/tvshows on Netflix, popcorn time, twitch, dvd/bluerays.).

Any tips and ideas, would be greatly appreciated.

 

[C4C]

You'd need a CPU, motherboard (thin ITX? Another member please input), RAM, PSU, Case, and a graphics card that fits your needs (1080p?) + wireless adapter?

You could pretty much buy a computer, add a GPU, and then hook it up to a display like a TV no problem..

What country do you live in? Easiest way would be using PCPartPicker.com if it has a version for your country.

 

[Cisco001]

How much do you want to spend?

I would suggest you many go for m-atx case HTPC/ desktop case like siliverstone ML03/ ML04. They are not the smallest, but you have room for future minor upgrade

You can have really slim case like those from Streacom, but it has limited choice of components

 

[ninjabubbles3]

Something like a Silverstone RVZ01 is pretty much the smallest case out there that can fit regular components. I think you could go smaller if you can do without a graphics card.

I would suggest MiniITX

 

[strollin]

You could buy a Blu-ray player that has "Smart" apps built-in such as Netflix for less than $100..