I've just ordered a Rapsody N35 (under TV HD media device) that takes an internal 3.5" HDD. Only problem is it still uses the older ATA interface.
Being a small form factor the desires / limitations are like those for a HTPC i.e. fast, silent, low heat, low power on idle.
Reading reviews on SilentPCReview et al most of the good drives (WD SE16's, Samsung Spinpoint-T) reviewed are all SATA interfaces.
Ideally I want a 500GB drive (IMHO the largest drive before the p/GB gets silly), but my choices seem to be limited as for example Samsung stop their ATA range at 400GB.
So tapping in to the knowledge of the Hexus community what is my best option.
Big multi-platter Deskstar T7K500 (noisy and hot).
Seagate Barracuda 7200.9 (perpendicular recording, but strangely noisy and big power user on idle)
or is fitting a SATA to IDE conversion board on to the drive a useable option or do these have major limitations in such an environment (assuming enough physical space to install).
or should I go for a smaller 400GB and just buy a NAS if/when needs arise for more storage.
TIA - Rufus.