Updated 13 Feb, 2012, 6:30 pm IST

Linux Powers 2-pound Mini PC

08 Nov, 2007, 4:00 pm IST | tech2 News Staff |

German web retailer Manufactum has introduced a sleek, low-power mini PC that weighs just two pounds and runs on Debian Linux.

The Manuscriptum is based on a 500MHz AMD Geode LX800, equipped with an 80GB hard drive, and offers 1920 x 1400 graphics, according to the company.

The mini PC, which has four USB ports (two on the back and two on the front), runs Debian Linux with a KDE desktop environment.

It also includes preinstalled versions of the OpenOffice office suite, Firefox Web browser, and Foxit PDF reader. It is also available with Windows XP if that's what you prefer.

The Manuscriptum is currently available for the price of €450 (around $650), and can be purchased online.

Specs:

Processor – 500MHz AMD Geode LX800
Memory – 512MB DDR 400, expandable to 1024MB
Storage – 80GB hard drive (5400rpm, 12ms)
Graphics – 1920 x 1400 resolution VGA output
Ethernet – 2 x 10/100 Mbps
Other input/output ports: 4 x USB 2.0, 2 x PS/2, 1 x serial, 3 x audio
Power – about 12W, passively cooled
Dimensions – 7.1 x 4.4 x 1.9 inches (180 x 112 x 48 mm)
Weight – 32 ounces (920 gm)

Via Linuxdevices.com

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