Re: [asterisk-users] Compact, affordable x86 devices?

2011-07-18 Thread Tim Nelson
- Original Message - > Hello > > I'd like to build a compact, affordable, fanless x86 solution to > handle my home landline. > > I know about the following two platforms: > > 1. www.pcengines.ch/alix.htm > alix1d + case 100€ > > Does "Availability >500" mean that it's just not possible

Re: [asterisk-users] Compact, affordable x86 devices?

2011-07-18 Thread Gilles
On Mon, 18 Jul 2011 09:03:52 -0400, John Novack wrote: >there are other low cost solutions around as well. >the ALIX boards I have seen do not impress me. I think they are somewhat >overpriced. Jut one opinion Thanks for the feedback. I'll read what HP has to offer. When you mention "other low-c

Re: [asterisk-users] Compact, affordable x86 devices?

2011-07-18 Thread John Novack
HP still does make Thin Clients, often with XP Embedded, though I have had very good results with many older used ones sold on eBay. With a new larger flash from Transcend, they simply work. Consider the used units not worn out but simply ones with more experience that probably won't fail. New

Re: [asterisk-users] Compact, affordable x86 devices?

2011-07-18 Thread Gilles
On Mon, 18 Jul 2011 08:04:31 -0400, John Novack wrote: >Just about any of the HP thin clients, either new or used off eBay, with >AstLinux installed do a wonderful job, especially if you are not going >to need a PCI card. >The older units will need a larger flash. Transcend has several >differe

Re: [asterisk-users] Compact, affordable x86 devices?

2011-07-18 Thread John Novack
Just about any of the HP thin clients, either new or used off eBay, with AstLinux installed do a wonderful job, especially if you are not going to need a PCI card. The older units will need a larger flash. Transcend has several different sizes that are direct replacements Looks like some of th

Re: [asterisk-users] Compact, affordable x86 devices?

2011-07-18 Thread Doug Lytle
Gilles wrote: Does "Availability>500" mean that it's just not possible to buy just one item? I read it as they have over 500 in stock. Doug -- Ben Franklin quote: "Those who would give up Essential Liberty to purchase a little Temporary Safety, deserve neither Liberty nor Safety." -

[asterisk-users] Compact, affordable x86 devices?

2011-07-18 Thread Gilles
Hello I'd like to build a compact, affordable, fanless x86 solution to handle my home landline. I know about the following two platforms: 1. www.pcengines.ch/alix.htm alix1d + case 100€ Does "Availability >500" mean that it's just not possible to buy just one item? 2. www.soekris.com/p