JT1

Let us know how this works out. I think a mini running Win7 should make a great BI PC. I see people spending much more than $600 for custom PCs, and they seem to be huge power hogs. My current AMD X6 700W works fine with multiple mp cams, but I am considering a mac mini due to size and power. The form factor, built-in power supply, and resale value make this worthy of consideration. I'm still debating the $200 difference between the i7 and i5.

I've asked myself the same question: BI/PC vs. DVR/NVR. I've run both for years, going back to a PC/capture card and an old webcam program, an older q-see DVR, and now BI on a PC. as much as I hate running a pc 24/7, I always go back to the flexibility, customization, and support for BI. I'll stick with BI myself.