Ideal Setup for New WMC Installation

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SalmonSurprise

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Ideal Setup for New WMC Installation

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Post by SalmonSurprise » Mon Jan 09, 2023 12:43 am

I am in the process of building a new WMC box, and have some questions.

1. What is the best version of WMC? The latest community build from @garyan2 or use the stock one from 7/8?
2. What is the best OS *assuming I don’t care about windows updates*? This will be a WMC only machine not exposed to the internet. Seems a lot of people are having an uphill battle with 10/11 from what I can tell.
3. Does protected content (HBO) work on WMC Community? (Not a deal breaker)
4. What are the main differences between WMC on Win7, Win8, and Community?
5. Compatibility with Xbox 360 extenders is a *must* (I have 5 lol)
6. Does Intel HD530 graphics have the 29/59 issue?

Specs:
Intel 6th Gen G3900 CPU (Supports Win 7/8/10/11)
MSI Z290 Mobo
16GB DDR4
128GB Samsung 970
18TB WD Gold HDD

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