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[update]).[4]
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History [link]
Linutop 1 [link]
The first device row was based on ThinCan reference design from Estonian company Artec Group.
Linutop 2 [link]
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 [link]
Hardware [link]
| 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 |
| Mass storage | 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 [link]
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:
- Internet kiosk : Full screen, toolbar management, white/blacklist management.
- Display kiosk : user can define a playlist loop of URLs, photos, video via a "drag'n'drop interface
- Linutop Setup : quick setup in one menu, allows the user to "lock" the configuration, to backup or restore on bootable USB Key.
Price : 79€ HT (via download or USB key to be shipped)
A demo version of Linutop OS 4 is available for free.
See also [link]
References [link]
- ^ Chris Davies (2007-05-31). "Linutop’s fanless Linux PC". SlashGear. Archived from the original on 2007-06-18. https://web.archive.org/web/20070618150736/https://www.slashgear.com/slashgear-review-linutops-fanless-linux-pc-315515.php. Retrieved 2007-06-15.
- ^ "Linutop OS". Linutop website. https://www.linutop.com/linutop2/software/system.en.html.
- ^ "Linutop". LinuxDevices. Archived from the original on 2007-05-14. https://web.archive.org/web/20070514030849/https://linuxdevices.com/products/PD5165546245.html. Retrieved 2007-05-04.
- ^ Simon Perry (2007-05-02). "Linutop: Tiny Linux Computer On Sale". Archived from the original on 2007-05-05. https://web.archive.org/web/20070505021330/https://digital-lifestyles.info/2007/05/02/linutop-tiny-linux-computer-on-sale/. Retrieved 2007-05-04.
- ^ Linux-based mini PC upgraded
- ^ https://www.geeky-gadgets.com/?p=727
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