I didn't see an active thread on this product, so here we go....

I'd like to open this thread with the last comment I made on the DSM-750 thread.

Well, I solved my problems. I returned the DSM-750 and got an HP MediaSmart Connect. I did find out some information that I would like to pass on to those who are considering the Dlink or have it already. This is all from one technician there at MediaMall, so I won't say it is gospel, but he seemed pretty sure about these things. As a software engineer in real life, I know that if I spoke with someone else there, I'd probably get a different answer. So, mileage may vary....

I emailed with the PlayOn (MediaMall) people on Sunday. The DSM-520 and DSM-750 are NOT certified to work with PlayOn and they do not support those devices at this time. They do plan on adding support for the DSM-750 (at some point in the future), however, they do not plan on supporting the DSM-520.

ActiveTV (which is also a MediaMall product and is available on the DSM-520) will not work with the DSM-750 and according to MediaMall, there are no plans for that to happen (at this time).

The DSM does not show animations and other things as an Extender. The UI is mainly folders and such. The 750 does not handle some extender functions either. Buyer beware.

Note: The DSM-750 does have one firmware update available if anyone has this device, I did upgrade the firmware (which has 1080p support).

Now some of my thoughts...

It's a bit ridiculous that Dlink didn't make everything backwards compatible.

I've always had problems with Dlink gear and as far as their legacy products are concerned (i.e. routers et al), I've always been a Netgear person (which has worked for me out of the box on countless times). I'm not really surprised that this DSM-750 that I purchased is buggy (in my opinion), but I was really disappointed that they didn't include prior functionality and some other new functionality in their "new" product.

In the end, I wouldn't recommend this device to anyone. If you want something like this and are willing to spend the time and effort to make things work, go with the Popcorn Hour. It has more functionality and is supposed to work with PlayOn and other media services nicely. In retrospect, that would be the better device compared to the Dlink 750.

Now, I did buy the HP MediaSmart Connect and I can recommend that device to anyone if they want something that works out of the box and doesn't require alot of tweaking. In my experience, it is pretty much plug and play. The UI is a bit slow and clunky, but it works and does exactly what it is intended to do without any problems. For me I wanted a few things (in no particular order)...

1) Netflix, Hulu, and some other Internet Streaming (via PlayOn and other Media Servers)
2) Windows XP and WMP11 compatibility (i.e. for media on my computers).
3) Media Center Extender capability (I do have one Vista machine dedicated to that).
4) Plug and Play (my time is precious and I'd rather be doing other things).
5) Handle all the formats/codecs for *my* media and the media I want to watch
6) At least 720p...sorry, guys, I can't really tell too much of a difference between 1080 and 720p. Sure, there is a bit, but I grew up with VCR's, so 720p is pretty darn good for me.
7) WIRELESS N capability. I hate wires.

If you want all the above, with emphasis on Plug and Play and Wireless N. I would recommend the HP MediaSmart Connect. As a point of reference, I spent two days fumbling around with the DSM-750, I spent literally 10 minutes with the HP.

Regards.

I too have a MediaSmart Connect and overall IMO it is a descent unit. It worked as advertised and was easy to setup. I have been visiting the following site for help: http://www.mediasmarthome.com/
It plays nice with Tversity, WMP11 and VMC. PlayOn from MediaMall is a nice add. My wife is hooked on Hulu and instant video viewing from Netflix. Personally I will probably never use it in extender mode because VMC is the pits (slow, finicky with very little user customization capability, will not play iso or video_ts, that whole drm thing) plus I am not a Vistaster fan.

Pros-Easy setup, nice gui, works as advertised, PlayOn, nice form factor, attractive
Cons-slow transition between pages and actions, hitched its wagon to Microsoft/Vistaster, does not nor never will be able to play iso or video_ts, no smb or nfs, requires server software to be running on a PC in order to use it, kind of a high price point.

Thanks for that url. Nice.

The interface is very slow indeed. I think it only has a 300 MHZ processor (which is what the others have too). Still, it does exactly what it is supposed to do and does it easily without any headaches or alot of time and energy spent to get it "working". That is worth it in my book. It is not cutting edge, nor is it intended to be, but it does everything pretty well (in relation to other devices I have seen or purchased).

The specs say this does support TS files (although I generally don't download my files like this). It will not do .iso, but I convert those anyway and almost all solutions don't do this right now. There is no one solution fits all product that I have seen. Each has their pluses and minuses.

Actually, the hardware firmware is *not* attached to Vista. At least, not in the sense that it will only work with that OS. In fact, that is the whole reason that the HP uses it own extender functionality (so it won't have to rely on that). No, it will not work with previous Media Center editions, but good luck finding anything that will. It does play nice with all the media servers I have and other OS like XP. Most all my machines are on XP Professional, I only have one Vista machine and I rarely use it. All my media servers run off the XP machine that I have dedicated to media, plus the HP goes out and gets all the media from my other machines automagically (as long as WMP is shared).

HP has been quoted as saying they will support MKV with Divx 7. We shall see.

The proprietary server does not have to be running on the PC. Any media server will do since this device supports true DLNA/UPnP certifications.

Are their less expensive devices on the market (similar functionality)? Popcorn Hour is the only thing that comes to my mind and that does not have Extender capabilities or built in Wireless N.

I like to get what I pay for. In this case, the HP MediaSmart Connect does exactly that. Future firmware revisions are in the works, support is mediocre (but available), and they plan on adding new functionality/capabilities in the future (i.e. YouTube and other Internet Streaming functionality).

HP has invested alot into this device (but only since it is also included in their TV's/Servers). This makes me believe they will dedicate future efforts to improving the device. In the time being, it is exactly what I need. Mileage may vary....

Thanks for that url. Nice.

The interface is very slow indeed. I think it only has a 300 MHZ processor (which is what the others have too). Still, it does exactly what it is supposed to do and does it easily without any headaches or alot of time and energy spent to get it "working". That is worth it in my book. It is not cutting edge, nor is it intended to be, but it does everything pretty well (in relation to other devices I have seen or purchased).

The specs say this does support TS files (although I generally don't download my files like this). It will not do .iso, but I convert those anyway and almost all solutions don't do this right now. There is no one solution fits all product that I have seen. Each has their pluses and minuses.

Actually, the hardware firmware is *not* attached to Vista. At least, not in the sense that it will only work with that OS. In fact, that is the whole reason that the HP uses it own extender functionality (so it won't have to rely on that). No, it will not work with previous Media Center editions, but good luck finding anything that will. It does play nice with all the media servers I have and other OS like XP. Most all my machines are on XP Professional, I only have one Vista machine and I rarely use it. All my media servers run off the XP machine that I have dedicated to media, plus the HP goes out and gets all the media from my other machines automagically (as long as WMP is shared).

HP has been quoted as saying they will support MKV with Divx 7. We shall see.

The proprietary server does not have to be running on the PC. Any media server will do since this device supports true DLNA/UPnP certifications.

Are their less expensive devices on the market (similar functionality)? Popcorn Hour is the only thing that comes to my mind and that does not have Extender capabilities or built in Wireless N.

I like to get what I pay for. In this case, the HP MediaSmart Connect does exactly that. Future firmware revisions are in the works, support is mediocre (but available), and they plan on adding new functionality/capabilities in the future (i.e. YouTube and other Internet Streaming functionality).

HP has invested alot into this device (but only since it is also included in their TV's/Servers). This makes me believe they will dedicate future efforts to improving the device. In the time being, it is exactly what I need. Mileage may vary....
In order for the MediaSmart Connect to function as an extender you HAVE to use VMC, no way around it. So that we are communicating on this point, extender mode is different than network streaming....the VMC desktop is extended to the MSC and can be used to schedule recordings, delete videos, view the TV guide. Other wise the MCS is just being used as one uses a network media player, to simply stream digital content.....no capability to schedule recordings, delete files ect... If I remember correctly the HP MediaSmart Connect is marketed as a media extender which is why I said it was/is inseparably hitched to Microsoft/Visaster MC, ie extender will not work unless you use Vista Media Center. And of course the MSC firmware is not written by Microsoft but it is written as to require it. Yes you can use the MSC as a network media player using XP or Vistaster and you can do it not using WMP11 or VMC but you are really only using part of what it was intended for.

In order to stream digital content to the MSC you need server software running on a PC or on a server (many servers are in fact a PC and many PCs in fact act as a server). You may not know this but many of the newer network media players do not require ANY server software running anywhere in order to view digital content. They natively support NFS and or SMB. Popcorn Hour, iStar, Ziova to name a few do this.

As I said in my first post I basically endorse the MSC but having been in the network game for a number of years I feel that it is important to share both the good and the not so good.

BTW video_ts is NOT a video file type, it is a DVD structure which allows chapters, subtitles ect to be played as though one were playing the actual DVD, much like iso. This is mainly as issue for me because I have many personal family video converted to DVD that have extensive menus, which is one of the main reasons I put all our VHS, 8mm mini on DVD....so that we would not have to hunt through a tape to find the section we wanted.

There are many network media players that DO play iso and video_ts quite nicely, Popcorn Hour, iStar, Ziova, ect to name a few. The MSC will never have this capability because HP will not do anything that may enable a person to something the media industry does not want a person to do....copy DVDs.

As far as getting what you pay for; consider this....the Popcorn Hour costs $179-189, supports smb and nfs, will play nice with most UPnP software, can be used as a full EXTENDER using GBPRVR(freeware), plays nice with PlayOn, plays iso and video_ts DVD structures, and supports a good deal many more video/audio file formats which includes mkv.

I understand what you are saying and thanks for giving me the head up on TS folder. I convert all my media to Divx, so I wasn't really sure about that one.

Do you know of any *true* media center extender (released in the last year or so) that is *not* tied to Vista? I don't think one exists, but you may be able to correct me. I do agree with your general hatred of Vista. As a Software Engineer, I know a little about operating systems and can honestly say that it is one of the worst.

I guess I am referring to their media "mode" for XP stuff. Most all streamers do this, I agree.

I would just like to say that Popcorn Hour is not a media center extender. I think of it as a more advanced version (handling different codecs/formats) of the HP Connect but without the extender functionality.

Every product has its pluses and minuses. This product is not for everyone and I don't want anyone to think that I am saying it is the *best* of breed. Really, I do feel very good to have just found a device of this type that does what it says it will do out of the box (with 10 minutes setup for me).

I play guitar on the side (and buy alot of 1st generation audio/guitar equipment) and I am getting really tired of seeing first generation products that just don't perform up to expectations, are buggy, and shouldn't even be classified as an alpha product. If people are going to release this stuff, give us a huge discount for being guinea pigs, beta testers, and generally becoming non payed staff members.

It was very refreshing for me personally to find that the HP Connect was "as advertised" and done so at a reasonable price point (for me at least).

I understand what you are saying and thanks for giving me the head up on TS folder. I convert all my media to Divx, so I wasn't really sure about that one.

Do you know of any *true* media center extender (released in the last year or so) that is *not* tied to Vista? I don't think one exists, but you may be able to correct me. I do agree with your general hatred of Vista. As a Software Engineer, I know a little about operating systems and can honestly say that it is one of the worst.

I guess I am referring to their media "mode" for XP stuff. Most all streamers do this, I agree.

I would just like to say that Popcorn Hour is not a media center extender. I think of it as a more advanced version (handling different codecs/formats) of the HP Connect but without the extender functionality.

Every product has its pluses and minuses. This product is not for everyone and I don't want anyone to think that I am saying it is the *best* of breed. Really, I do feel very good to have just found a device of this type that does what it says it will do out of the box (with 10 minutes setup for me).

I play guitar on the side (and buy alot of 1st generation audio/guitar equipment) and I am getting really tired of seeing first generation products that just don't perform up to expectations, are buggy, and shouldn't even be classified as an alpha product. If people are going to release this stuff, give us a huge discount for being guinea pigs, beta testers, and generally becoming non payed staff members.

It was very refreshing for me personally to find that the HP Connect was "as advertised" and done so at a reasonable price point (for me at least).
SageTV HD Media Extender is a true media Extender ($299 with SageTV) as is PopcornHour when using GBPVR (freeware and not tied to Microsoft). GBPVR does what VMC does but only better and with fewer restrictions and it can be run on XP and last but not least it is free.

I absolutely agree that every product has its pros and cons and I will go a step further and say that in general I do not think any network media player or extender is where it should be by this stage of the game. I was truely hoping that the MSC would be the first to break open the market so to speak but IMO HP was more interested in pleasing Microsoft and the Media industry that delivering a device that customers really wanted.

I also agree that the MSC is refreshing in that when it was introduced it worked as advertised and has not required an endless stream of firmware fixes. Alas IMO I think the MSC has or will soon be un-plugged. Just a feeling based on the lack of response from HP, lack of support, lack of place to give input, based on the high price point, the poor economic environment and that large companies like HP cut and run when the market they are after is not big enough but mostly because of the silence.......

I guess in a sense I am just disappointed that HP built the MSC around Microsoft and the desires of the media industry....they could have really kicked butt....but what is, is!

Actually, I believe that HP will continue to support this and *not* pull the plug. They have alot of investment in this particular device, the MediaSmart servers, and their built in MediaSmart TV's. All share the same core. The only possibility that I see for chunking this stuff is they go out of business entirely, which I doubt.

I have read some blog entries from over the summer where HP continue to expand support and functionality for these devices. The biggest may be MKV with Divx 7 and YouTube/Internet Streaming built into their Online Media option.

Actually, I believe that HP will continue to support this and *not* pull the plug. They have alot of investment in this particular device, the MediaSmart servers, and their built in MediaSmart TV's. All share the same core. The only possibility that I see for chunking this stuff is they go out of business entirely, which I doubt.

I have read some blog entries from over the summer where HP continue to expand support and functionality for these devices. The biggest may be MKV with Divx 7 and YouTube/Internet Streaming built into their Online Media option.
Please post your blog entries, I would like to read them. Not sure if you know this but HP has stopped selling MediaSmart TVs and it may be useful for you to post over at the link I provided above. You may consider coming right out and asking if the MSC is still supported.

Do you know first hand how much HP invested in the MSC? I ask because as I said IMO the end of MSC is near but I would very much like to be wrong! But as long as the silence continues the more I am convinced the end is near.

Even if the end is not near IMO mkv will never be supported by the MSC. BTW why do you convert everything to DivX? Do you record TV shows or are you just converting DVDs to DivX?

Originally, I began using DivX for the ability to compress videos to almost 15% of the original size (i.e. 2 GB to 700 MB). That means that a full film can be fitted into a regular CD. Plus, the files retain much of the original quality of the DVD, sometimes the result is even indistinguishable from the source.

Once upon a time, compared to DVD, DivX had some shortcomings. It didn't have interactive video menus, multiple subtitles or audio tracks, chapter points and some other features of DVD. But in June 2005 DivX 6, the latest generation of DivX codecs was released. DivX 6 can be called a full media container format that supports all the above mentioned features of DVD but the files are of much less size.

Those are the reasons I use Divx. I usually will convert everything that I can to this. I record all kinds of stuff and get alot of content from torrents and other sources.

Another big reason is it is easy to stream to other people. I do alot of media streaming for certain things (broadcast stuff). Usually, just football things. VLC handles it nicely.

The blog sources I mention are mainly Chris Lanier's blog.

http://msmvps.com/blogs/chrisl/Default.aspx

I don't have the exact links anymore because this was casual reading. There have been others on the internet that say the same things.

Originally, I began using DivX for the ability to compress videos to almost 15% of the original size (i.e. 2 GB to 700 MB). That means that a full film can be fitted into a regular CD. Plus, the files retain much of the original quality of the DVD, sometimes the result is even indistinguishable from the source.

Once upon a time, compared to DVD, DivX had some shortcomings. It didn't have interactive video menus, multiple subtitles or audio tracks, chapter points and some other features of DVD. But in June 2005 DivX 6, the latest generation of DivX codecs was released. DivX 6 can be called a full media container format that supports all the above mentioned features of DVD but the files are of much less size.

Those are the reasons I use Divx. I usually will convert everything that I can to this. I record all kinds of stuff and get alot of content from torrents and other sources.

Another big reason is it is easy to stream to other people. I do alot of media streaming for certain things (broadcast stuff). Usually, just football things. VLC handles it nicely.

The blog sources I mention are mainly Chris Lanier's blog.

http://msmvps.com/blogs/chrisl/Default.aspx

I don't have the exact links anymore because this was casual reading. There have been others on the internet that say the same things.
Thanks for the link, I have seen Lanier's blog regarding the MSC. It has been a while since anything new has shown up there.

I lean heavily towards not re-encoding and LAN cables, each to his own.

Take a look over at the link I posted and post back here if you get an answer to the question of whether MSC is supported and for how much longer.

It would be nice if someone would elaborate on the supported codec's and containers. Inside and out of the MCX mode. Like does it handle ts/m2ts files with h264/ac3 in MCX mode? Or mp4 files with h264/aac 5.1?

If you want a good overview (with specs and capabilities)....

http://msmvps.com/blogs/chrisl/archive/2008/06/30/1638859.aspx

If you just want the specs, straight from HP....

http://h71036.www7.hp.com/hho/cache/598857-0-0-225-121.html

and here...

http://h10025.www1.hp.com/ewfrf/wc/document?docname=c01473471&lc=en&dlc=en&cc=us&product=3724770&lang=en

It would be nice if someone would elaborate on the supported codec's and containers. Inside and out of the MCX mode. Like does it handle ts/m2ts files with h264/ac3 in MCX mode? Or mp4 files with h264/aac 5.1?
The sites kaffeen suggested are an excellent place to start.

I assume MCX is Media Center X (XP 2005 or Vista). So in the non-extender mode (not using media center) you can play h264/aac provided you are running WMP11 + HP MediaSmart Gateway services. Media Smart Gateway services will show up as a server on the MSC and will play file formats that WMP11 can not, such as h264/aac. I have not found a way to play avi or mkv containers. I think you can play mpeg ts using the MediaSmart Gateway but I fairly certain you can not play m2ts files. I will check when I get home tonight.

Tversity works nicely with the MSC but does not really provide any more functionality than WMP11.

kaffeen;

I forgot to mention that one of the pros is the universal remote that comes with the MSC. While it is not a high end learning remote it is a very nicely layed out universial remote and is several notches above any of the remotes that come with most if not all of today's network media players/extenders.

Hi,

I'm a newbie on media streaming. Basically I'd like to stream my videos (mostly divx and mov) and pictures from my PC (Vista Basic) to my TV, using wireless.
I´m considering the HP MSC but have a questions:

- Does it support .srt subtitles files?

Thanks for your response.

Jairo Lopez
Colombia

I know that subtitles in general are supported. I'm not sure if this is only as the .sub filename within a VOB file or if all file formats for subtitles are supported.

What format were you wanting to play the .srt file with?

I'm assuming divx as .avi file with .srt file in the same location (i.e. movie.avi/movie.srt), but need to make sure...

If you let me know how you are wanting to do it, I can try it out and let you know if it works on my set.

Hi, your assumption is completely correct: divx as .avi file with .srt file in the same location.

Thanks a lot for your help.

I tried the .avi and .srt test, by default the HP does not support the subtitle file (.srt).

The limitation appears to be related to WMP, other server capabilities, and ultimately compliance with DLNA standards (which does not support that by default).

I did not try the Media Center Extension for this yet, but since WMP can't handle that .srt file, I doubt the MCE can either.

Having said this, this does not mean it is impossible to accomplish what you would ultimately want with the HP or another DLNA device. You could in theory take VLC (or another third party that does support .srt files) and transcode the files (real time) into a divx format that would mesh the two source files together into one output (the HP does support other types of subtitles and all types of divx).

I suspect your going to see the inability to play the .srt file with most media streaming devices. That is, unless you are willing to do some hacking.

Can HP MesiaSmart Connect display subtitles in dvr-ms files if runs on XP, not in Vista extender mode? Does HP software allow to turn subtitles on/off during playback of dvr-ms files?
Also, I read today in dlink forums that DSM-750 in MediaLounge mode has a 2GB cap on size of video file, very frustrating. What about HP MesiaSmart Connect on XP machines, has someone noticed similar limitation?
My dvr-ms are from various sources (XP MCE 2005, converted from TiVo HD) but they all exceed 6 GB.

The HP Connect requires Vista extender mode to run DVR-MS files. Subtitles work fine and you can turn them off/on. There is no cap on file size.

BTW, as you may know if you read my posts, I tried the Dlink 750 and found it to be buggy and an overall PITA. It could not even do some of the basic things that an extender and/or streaming device should be able to provide. I'm not surprised they have some silly limit to file sizes. As is, that device (Dlink 750) is a piece of junk IMO. Others may have better experiences, but my experience was straight out of hell. Between just the 750 and a Connect, the Connect is the far superior product (again, in my opinion, mileage may vary).

Sure, I read your messages and you convinced me to take a look at HP MediaSmart.
I'm trying to stay on XP for two reasons: First is money I need to spend on new XPS-420 (cannot afford cheaper solution :-) ) and second I'm a little scared to fight with new OS (mine is XP at work and at home).
Please iterate: Even if I install all HP software on my XP MCE 2005 box I will not get access to dvr-ms files? I did not notice anything about this in specification...
I could try TVersity, it supports dvr-ms, not sure if it supports HP MediaSmart Connect.

Just found here http://h10025.www1.hp.com/ewfrf/wc/document?docname=c01473471&lc=en&cc=us&dlc=en&product=3724770&lang=en:
"{.dvr-ms is supported only through the Extender mode"

Alas, this extender is not for Xp, need to buy an accessory, Vista box...

I'm pretty sure it only supports the DVR-MS via extender mode. That would be a Vista thing only. Sorry, I agree it sucks. I've got one Vista machine just to stay compatible, all my others are XP Professional.

In the HP specs, it specifically says extender mode only for DVR-MS. This all jives with DLNA specifications. They have sold their souls to Microsoft. Good luck finding any new extender that does not require Vista.

Just remembered: What if I place mpeg and srt subtitle file to the same folder? Will HP MediaSmart Connect display subtitles and keep them synched after FF/REW? Again this is in UI, not extender mode.
This is my alternative to dvr-ms.

Just got one setup this weekend.
I am disappointed with it because it is too slow. I am very really thinking of selling it. I just do not have the patience with it.

How is your network connected? Performance is definitely based on how your network is set up. I don't care what people say... wireless streaming of HD content (Draft N or not) is hit or miss. You need hard wired Gigabit connection. I do, and both of my HP Media Smart Connect Extenders work like a charm. I can honestly say that this extender is by far the only one that I've gotten to work exactly like it's supposed to.

Just got one setup this weekend.
I am disappointed with it because it is too slow. I am very really thinking of selling it. I just do not have the patience with it.
Not sure what kind of slow you are talking about but I think you mean that it is slow when navigating files. If that is it then I agree. I have a number of other networked media players and navigation is faster.

On the flip side, the MediaSmart Connect (MSC) does what it says and is not buggy like all of the other network media players/extenders out there. The MSC has the best remote hands down and it plays nice with PlayOn.

I have been researching Media Servers for a while and this one seems to be better than D-link and others like Netgear, linksys, etc. Though if in the beginning I only want to read WMA file from a USB harddrive connected to my AVR, is this an overkill? Or is there another device just for that? Thanks again to all.

Playing back the .mpg files back via the MSC I get pauses - short, but annoying. Doesn't seem to matter if it's via a wired (not gigabit) or wireless (N). Playback is fine on the pc itself. Also tested hooking the pc up to the tv via HDMI on the video card - worked fine.

Any idea what might be causing the pauses?

PC is an an older Dell with a Pentium 4 (3.4 GHZ) with a 1G ram, ATI HD 4550 card (same results with an older ATI X300 card).

Can HP MesiaSmart Connect display subtitles in dvr-ms files if runs on XP, not in Vista extender mode? Does HP software allow to turn subtitles on/off during playback of dvr-ms files?
Also, I read today in dlink forums that DSM-750 in MediaLounge mode has a 2GB cap on size of video file, very frustrating. What about HP MesiaSmart Connect on XP machines, has someone noticed similar limitation?
My dvr-ms are from various sources (XP MCE 2005, converted from TiVo HD) but they all exceed 6 GB.

I watched a 4GB video file with no issues!

I currently have 1 MediaSmart Connect and would like to get another network media player for my other TV.

I love HP products and try to stick to them when possible but i am really interested in Popcorn Hour's A-110.

Anyone have experience with this?

I would like to know if HP MediaSmart Connect X280N, could show what the pc transcode, for example, there is a video that MediaSmart doesn't have a codec , so the pc transcode and the MediaSmart show on tv?

There is the MediaSmart Services Gateway that you can install on the PC, this is a gateway to the PC to play files Windows Media Player can't play.

Here is the link to HP's help site:
http://h10025.www1.hp.com/ewfrf/wc/document?docname=c01154002&lc=en&dlc=en&cc=ca&product=3369894&lang=en

The software comes with the unit.

I doubt this will be read, but i will give it a shot!

Anyone know if this box can be hacked? I'd like to install Linux and install XBMC on it. Anyone have info if this is even possible? Any hacking would be great!