Rugged, fanless mini-PC runs Linux
Feb 11, 2005 — by LinuxDevices Staff — from the LinuxDevices Archive — viewsStealth Computer is shipping a compact, rugged, PC-compatible system that supports embedded Linux. The LPC-401FS runs fanless, thanks to the use of a mobile Celeron processor along with an extruded aluminum chassis that serves as a heat sink.
The unit is based on a 1.5 GHz Celeron Mobile processor equipped with up to 1 GB of low-profile PC400 memory. It features a 2.5-inch high-shock hard drive, with up to 80 GB of storage. The hard drive can also be replaced by an IDE Flash disk, for additional shock and vibration resistance. A slim 24X CD-ROM is another standard feature, with DVD-ROM, DVD/DVDRW, and CD-RW drives available as options.
Stealth Computer is aiming the LPC-401FS at industrial, commercial, scientific research, military, public safety, utility, transportation, mining, and telecommunications applications. It operates from a 12V DC power source, making it suitable for mobile and field deployment, the company says.
LPC-401FS interior view
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Stealth lists the following key features and specifications for the LPC-401FS:
- Processor — 1.5 GHz Celeron Mobile
- Memory — Up to 1 GB of DDR PC400 RAM
- Video — Intel Extreme Graphics 2
- Audio — Software AC 97 Audio CODEC
- Storage:
- High shock HDD, 30 to 80 GB, UltraDMA 100
- Optional — Flash IDE
- 24X CD-ROM
- Optional — DVD-ROM, DVD/DVDRW, or CD-RW
- High shock HDD, 30 to 80 GB, UltraDMA 100
- Rear panel:
- 2 RS232 COM ports
- Parallel printer port
- RJ45 10/100Mbps Fast Ethernet
- Line-out audio jack
- 2 USB 2.0 ports
- 15 pin VGA
- 12v DC power in
- Front panel:
- IEEE 1394 Firewire port
- USB 2.0 port
- MIC in jack
- Earphone out jack
- Power-on and reset buttons
- Power-on and HDD LEDs
- Power — 12 V DC. 60 W universal AC adapter included
- Dimensions — 6.1 x 10.0 x 2.17 inches
The LPC-401FS is priced starting at $1,495 with 256 MB of RAM and a 30 GB HDD, the company says.
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