Shuttle has launched a new nettop called X270V that much like competing systems use Intel’s Atom platform. With X270V it has used the dual-core Atom 330 model paired with Intel’s 945GC chipset. But beyond the regular system functionality, Shuttle has an ace up its sleeve, it has used open source operating SUSE Linux. Even if several nettops and netbooks use Linux it’s not so common to see the SUSE distribution. Thanks to a free operating system, the price of X270V will land around 300€.
More in Shuttle’s press release;
Shuttle: Power-saving Nettop with SUSE Linux Operating System
Dual-Core Processor harmonises with Open Source Operating System on the smallest footprint
Shuttle Inc., the market leader in the Mini-PC sector and manufacturer of Multi-Form-Factor solutions, is now expanding its portfolio of Mini-PCs with Open Source operating systems. The latest offshoot is the X270V complete system based on the Shuttle Barebone X27D.
As with earlier Shuttle Mini-PCs with pre-installed Linux operating system, the X270V uses openSUSE – now in version 11. All PC functions are configured after the first start-up in only a few steps and can then be used immediately. Expansion with program packages is possible at any time by a 1-Click-Installation from the openSUSE website to meet individual requirements.
“The resource-saving requirements of Linux are ideal for Nettops.”, said Tom Seiffert, Head of Marketing & PR at Shuttle Computer Handels GmbH.
The tiny tot with a volume of only a few litres accommodates energy-efficient components from the mobile sector within its highly-polished, black-coated case. The X270V is driven by an Intel dual-core Atom 330 CPU with each core clocked at 1.6 GHz. Up to 2GB of
DDR2 memory can be fitted for fluent work with internet and office applications.
Fast Gigabit-LAN, 6-channel audio, PS/2-connectors, serial interface, 6x USB, VGA and DVI-out, connect the X270V to peripheral devices.
The Shuttle X270V Complete System is available immediately in bespoke configurations from specialist retailers or via the Shuttle Systems Configurator. Shuttle’s recommended retail price starts from EUR 299 (ex VAT). The Shuttle Systems Configurator is located at www.shuttle.eu/systems. Resellers can be found via the “Shuttle StoreLocator” www.shuttle.eu/buy.
