Fit-PC 2 Discussion

[Blinky]

According to http://www.fit-pc.com/new/ the latest edition to the Fit-PC line up will be available in April 09.

But have a look at the maker's parent website for all the info in it's pre-release glory.
http://www.compulab.co.il/fitpc2/htm...-datasheet.htm

fit-PC2 Highlights
= Full-featured PC, tiny and power saving
= Intel Atom Z530 CPU @ 1.6 GHz
= Intel US15W chipset
= 1GB DDR2
= 160GB SATA harddisk, easily upgradeable
= DVI Digital display interface, up to 1920x1080
= HD Audio, line-out 2.0 / mic in / line-in
= 1000 BaseT Ethernet port
= 802.11g WiFi
= Six 2.0 USB ports
= miniSD and mini PCI Express sockets
= IR receiver
= Phoenix BIOS
= Single 12V supply, 6W, fanless operation
= Dimensions - 115 x 101 x 27mm
= Runs Windows XP / Vista, Windows 7 and Linux

The fit-PC2 is a tiny PC computer based on Intel's Atom Z530 processor and US15W chipset. It runs all standard operating systems and software packages. The fit-PC2's unique advantages include exceptionally small size, quiet, fanless operation and very low power consumption. With a price starting as low as $245usd, it makes an ideal solution for applications such as office desktop, home entertainment, point-of-sale, classroom computer and even specialized router.
The fit-PC2 enclosure is made from aluminum - durable and splash / dust resistant.

[rdorman]

ideal carpc? this thing would be great for many things, carpc, torrent box, sharing server, router etc.

i wants one

[saba]

If only this had two LAN ports! Argh.

[rdorman]

www.fit-pc2.com

new website for it

looks the goods, i cant wait until there is a nice review or something out for it.

anyone know if there would be any way of getting vga out from it?

[Blinky]

Originally Posted by saba

If only this had two LAN ports! Argh.

Yep, hit the nail on the head. They did this with the last model as well - knobheads they are. Their reply is always to go with a USB 10/100 stick like:
http://www.auspcmarket.com.au/show_p...tegory_id]=293

IMHO, hanging anything like that out of one of these things is a complete waste of time when you have paid to dollar to get everything integrated into such a tiny package.

[rdorman]

but they dont really have space for 2 lan ports, plus this would be completely overpowered as a router / firewall.

[SaTaN]

looks like no digital audio.. otherwise this would make a great htpc

[Blinky]

Originally Posted by rdorman

but they dont really have space for 2 lan ports, plus this would be completely overpowered as a router / firewall.

They managed to get two RJ45s into the package size of the original one.
http://www.fit-pc.com/new/fit-pc-1-0...fications.html

Yes, it is over speced as a router / firewall, but not at all as a home server. You start to add webmail or a few sweeties to Apache and you are right on the money with the specs it comes with. Be aware the base model is 1.1Ghz and not the Z530 1.6Ghz chip.

If you want the 1.6Ghz CPU and Wifi the price starts at $359 USD + delivery for the fit-PC2 Linux Performance . The wifi is only B/G also.

Don't get me wrong, I like 'em, but I just had expected more from them this time round (it is their third go at a consumer model). I don't think the power usage (lack of it) and it's size is enough of a draw card when you can get an eeebox in Aus for $340 (AUD).
http://onlinecomputer.com.au/product...oducts_id=1981
or from our own Sponsor Specials Forum for $299.
http://forums.overclockers.com.au/sh...d.php?t=750543

[rdorman]

true.

i also would have liked to see some sort of vga output on it, considering the majority of carpc screens (one of their intended targets) use vga, not dvi or hdmi

also, its price compared to other small computers / laptops is pretty abysmal. you could get an eeepc for that, which is marginally larger, but also includes an lcd..

[toe2toe]

Originally Posted by Blinky

Don't get me wrong, I like 'em, but I just had expected more from them this time round (it is their third go at a consumer model). I don't think the power usage (lack of it) and it's size is enough of a draw card when you can get an eeebox in Aus for $340 (AUD).

What is the power draw of the eeebox though? I thought it was more like 15-20W? Also, if you're after something which draws the absolute least power and aren't worried about getting the 1.6 Ghz CPU you can get the value option which works out under $340 AUD.

Has anyone actually seen where you can buy these things yet? I've looked all over their website(s) and it keeps redirecting you all over the place and I can't seem to find any straight information which says where/how to buy it.

[Blinky]

Originally Posted by toe2toe

What is the power draw of the eeebox though? I thought it was more like 15-20W?

Yes the eeebox will draw lots more power than the fit. It's still quite low powered though.

Has anyone actually seen where you can buy these things yet? I've looked all over their website(s) and it keeps redirecting you all over the place and I can't seem to find any straight information which says where/how to buy it.

I just had a quick look, maybe hit their forums: http://www.fit-pc2.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=14&t=289

He posted three days ago, so they are still alive....
I think they are struggling to move old stock and having to add value to their price point - IMHO.

[toe2toe]

Originally Posted by Blinky

He posted three days ago, so they are still alive....
I think they are struggling to move old stock and having to add value to their price point - IMHO.

Just checked today and they're up for sale now:

http://www.fit-pc2.com/order/order.html

I plan on purchasing one in a couple of weeks (the Fit-PC2 Diskless option) and will do a mini review if people are interested.

[gr8bob]

Originally Posted by toe2toe

Just checked today and they're up for sale now:

http://www.fit-pc2.com/order/order.html

I plan on purchasing one in a couple of weeks (the Fit-PC2 Diskless option) and will do a mini review if people are interested.

Yes please do! Totally silent Atom net top, this is simply brilliant! Would've liked it more if it had 2GB of RAM.

[Blinky]

Originally Posted by toe2toe

I plan on purchasing one in a couple of weeks (the Fit-PC2 Diskless option) and will do a mini review if people are interested.

Excellent - please do!
Good choice on the model too I recon - it's the one I would buy but I just can't part with the $450 aud + 2.5" hdd.

Before then, can you tell us what you have planned for it? OS, what job will it be doing, etc. Will it get an SSD to keep with the lowest power theme?
When you do the story on it, we'll have to drop a line to Agg - I don' think anyone else in OCAU will have one but you.

[gr8bob]

Originally Posted by gr8bob

Yes please do! Totally silent Atom net top, this is simply brilliant! Would've liked it more if it had 2GB of RAM.

I think i might have to rephrase my statement, it's the next best thing to jizzing in my pants (if only it had 2GB of RAM).