Linutop

The Linutop is a small, light, environment friendly nettop computer with a metal case, no moving parts,[1] and running the Linutop OS [2], a customized version of Linux based on the Xubuntu then Ubuntu/GNOME distribution.

A variety of GTK applications that are oriented towards web browsing and internet communication are available. Linutop is also multimedia-capable and offers line-out/mic-in for sound. The device can be configured easily into a LTSP[3] thin client. Linutop is suited for use in internet cafés, public libraries, or schools.

Units sell for around € 280 (approximately USD $366, as of August 2010).[4]

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History

Linutop 1

The first device row was based on ThinCan reference design from Estonian company Artec Group.

Linutop 2

On February 20, 2008, the company unveiled the Linutop 2[5] based on the FIC ION A603 mini PC (like Works Everywhere Appliance). In comparison to Linutop 1 the new device has a stronger Geode processor. It also possesses more memory and is therefore claimed to run OpenOffice.org while Linutop 1 was only able to run lighter office applications like AbiWord and Gnumeric. It has 512 MB RAM and 1 GB flash memory storage.[6]

Specifications

Hardware

Model Linutop 1 Linutop 2 Linutop 3 Linutop 4
Launch year 2006 2008 2009 2011
CPU AMD Geode LX 700 AMD Geode LX800 Atom N270 previously VIA C7 (x86) Atom N270
ROM External Memory (USB Key) 1 GB internal Flash 2 GB internal Flash 2 GB internal Flash
RAM 256MB 512MB 1Go ext to 2GB 1Go ext to 2GB
USB Ports 4 4 6 5
Ethernet 100BASE-T 100BASE-T 1000BASE-T 1000BASE-T
Video output VGA, resolution max 1920x1440 VGA, resolution max 1920x1440 VGA + DVI, res. max 1920x1440 VGA + DVI, res. max 1920x1440
Dimensions 15 x 9,3 x 2,7 cm 14 x 14 x 3,5 cmT 23,5 x 23,6 x 5,5 cm 18,2x20,1x3,6 cm
Power DC in 9V-1,5A DC in n 12V-3,3A DC in 19V DC in 12V, 3,3A
Consumption 5W 8W <16W <14W
Weight 280g 580g 1,9kg 936g
Retail price discontinued 280€ HT 340€ HT 400€ HT

Linutop OS

Linutop OS 4.0 is based on Ubuntu/ Gnome has been designed to boot on any x86 hardware. It contains specific features design for business usecases:

Price : 79€ HT (via download or USB key to be shipped)

A demo version of Linutop OS 4 is available for free.

See also

References

  1. ^ Chris Davies (2007-05-31). "Linutop’s fanless Linux PC". SlashGear. Archived from the original on 2007-06-18. http://web.archive.org/web/20070618150736/http://www.slashgear.com/slashgear-review-linutops-fanless-linux-pc-315515.php. Retrieved 2007-06-15. 
  2. ^ "Linutop OS". Linutop website. http://www.linutop.com/linutop2/software/system.en.html. 
  3. ^ "Linutop". LinuxDevices. Archived from the original on 2007-05-14. http://web.archive.org/web/20070514030849/http://linuxdevices.com/products/PD5165546245.html. Retrieved 2007-05-04. 
  4. ^ Simon Perry (2007-05-02). "Linutop: Tiny Linux Computer On Sale". Archived from the original on 2007-05-05. http://web.archive.org/web/20070505021330/http://digital-lifestyles.info/2007/05/02/linutop-tiny-linux-computer-on-sale/. Retrieved 2007-05-04. 
  5. ^ Linux-based mini PC upgraded
  6. ^ http://www.geeky-gadgets.com/?p=727

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