[XCSSA] Geek-Sat Alert: Linux thin client for $20 at AlGen Computer

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FYI...
get'em while their hot

> For anyone interested in a cheap Linux thin client, a little  
> hardware store at Dezavala and I-10 is selling the IBM Netvista  
> 2200 for $20.00 (add $5.00 for keyboard and mouse also, optional).   
> No monitor included.  The name of the store is Algen Computer Ware  
> (699-1701).  They guy I got mine from said they have ~300 in stock.
>
> Here is URL with some info about the device:
> http://www.iapplianceweb.com/appreview/internet_terminals_17.htm
>
> Highlights:
> It runs on a 266 MHz Intel Pentium MMX processor, and includes 32  
> MB SDRAM, which is expandable to 288 MB. The NetVista operates  
> using NetVista Thin Client with TurboLinux. Though a monitor is not  
> included, it supports up to 1024 x 1024 resolution with 256 colors.  
> [NOTE: I'm not positive these resolution specs are accurate - i've  
> got mine at 1024x768 with 256 colors]
>
> For connectivity, the NetVista uses two USB ports and an RJ-45  
> Ethernet connector. The NetVista measures 8.5 x 1.6 x 10.8 inches  
> and weighs 5.0 lbs.
>
> It boots off of a compact flash card (64 MB, upgradable), or over NFS.

Tweeks
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Thomas Weeks, Lead Sys. Engineer          The Managed Hosting Specialist(TM)