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Old 21-03-2008, 12:56
firedog
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I have my only pc connected to my router in the next room via a wireless adapter. I want to access all my media downstairs on my tv. Will a wireless media player be ok for this given that my router isnt wired into my pc?

If so, any suggestions of a decent cheap one? On a budget of £50. Thanks.
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Old 21-03-2008, 17:42
niall campbell
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£50 wont get you much

try here

http://www.netgear.co.uk/home_digital_media_players.php
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Old 21-03-2008, 19:06
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I went through the 'should I get a media player' bit but then ended up buying a secondhand Dell Small Form Factor PC for the lounge £85 on ebay. It's a good spec P4 but a much less powerful one would do the job.

I have wired access to the router - but I imagine it could be wireless - I can stream stuff from the other PC or move the external HDD to the Dell and play it direct - and now with stuff like iplayer and catchup we can use the PC for the full range of media tasks. I can also use VLC to play unedited *.ts dumps from my Humax - you can't do that on a Netgear streamer.

I work it with an 8 quid wireless mouse from Tesco and use the MS 'virtual' keyboard - All Programs - Accessories - Accessibly - On-Screen Keyboard
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Old 21-03-2008, 19:10
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just bought a Phillips Streamium SL300i - £50 inc postage and packaging!
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