Alienware’s DHS 2 Series Media Center PC

By Ian Bell Published December 1, 2004

The DHS 2 Series is the newest addition to Alienwares line of media center systems, which includes the DHS 5 Series and the DHD with LCD display, giving customers a wide range of systems for every budget and need.

Equipped with MicrosoftÂ® WindowsÂ® XP Media Center Edition 2005, the Alienware DHS 2 Series was created to replace nearly every home entertainment device. The DHS 2 Series delivers the options and features of a DVD player and recorder, CD player and recorder, DVR, FM Tuner, CD jukebox and a high-performance PC. In addition, all of the content from the DHS 2 Series can be shared with other TVs in the home through the use of Microsofts Media Center Extender devices.

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With prices starting at $1,399, the DHS 2 Series can be customized with up to 4 GB of low latency DDR 400 SDRAM and up to 250 GB of storage packed in a low-profile, VCR-size design that seamlessly integrates into any home entertainment area. The DHS 2 Series includes the option of using dual standard definition TV tuners that allow two shows to be recorded at once and optional built in Wireless G technology. Designed to work with your existing equipment, the DHS 2 features standard A/V connectors so you can use the same cables you already own. As an exclusive source of DISCoverÂ® Console Technology, the DHS 2 Series also introduces the ease of use of video game console style playing into the PC world.

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