ECOPC N.1A - Ubuntu Linux Fanless Mini PC/Server

The N.1A is designed from the ground up for ruggedness and long-term reliability.  It is a small PC based on the Intel Atom N270 processor and can run a wide range of operating systems including Linux and Windows.

Green - Better for the Planet.
The N.1A consumes around 11W at idle, 18W (with 2.5" HDD, DVI/VGA display connected) at peak and 1W at suspend. It uses less power than a power saving light bulb and nearly 90% less power than a standard PC. And don't forget the hidden environmental cost - Air conditioning. It is commonly known that a single fan-cooled standard PC generates more heat than a 100W light bulb. Therefore, a room with fan-cooled standard PCs warms up very rapidly. The fanless N.1A lowers room temperature and reduces your air-conditioning costs because it generates very low heat unlike a fan-cooled standard PC, even if your PC is laptop, should the blow hot air outward. These mean the N.1A saves on your electric bill and reduces the environmental impact of CO2 emissions directly and indirectly. The enclosure for the N.1A is also made from 100% recyclable strong aluminum unlike a plastic.

Ideal as 'Always-on' computer.
The N.1A uses low power, this makes it ideal as an 'always-on' computer. You can leave the N.1A to work 24/7 without damaging your electric bills or your environmental conscience. In a case of power failure, the N.1A will continue to run nearly 10 times longer than a traditional PC on the same UPS/Battery. It will also automatically turn on (or return to last power state) after power is recovered. It can also be turned on remotely using the WOL (Wake-On-LAN) feature. These features make the N.1A ideal as a 24/7 home or small business server, music server, remote computer, or non-stop digital signage.

Solar-power friendly.
The N.1A (14W) will last nearly 7 times longer than a low power 100W PC and from a limited power source, such as a battery/UPS. N.1A uses 12V DC input, allowing it to easily run off batteries, making it ideal for use in vehicles, boats, and other limited power scenarios.

Fanless, Reliable & Robust.
The N.1A can operate in a fanless mode. No fan means no noise (only LED lights let you know its working) and reducing your risk of a fan failure. If SSD is used instead of HDD, the N.1A is totally silent with No Moving Parts. The fanless N.1A is more silent and reliable in the long run than fan-cooled computers. And the N.1A's enclosure is made from strong aluminum with high-grade matte anodized finish (front panel) and epoxy based powder painted finish (body).

Is N.1A really reliable and robust? The facts don't lie - its RMA rate is just less than 1% (since Dec. 2010). Since N.1A's first release in 2010, a lot of N.1As have been sold in more than 14 countries and deployed for various projects. If you want to count on field-trusted reliability, N.1A meets your expectations and is a proven platform.

Further Reading: What Is the Advantage of a Fanless Computer?

Small & Wall/VESA mountable.
Space (rented or owned) is expensive today. The N.1A is small (W17.8cm x D19.5cm x H4cm) and uses 12V DC input. It can be mounted to a monitor or flat-screen TV with 4 VESA mounting screws or mounted on the wall, desk or table with wall mounting brackets. So you can accommodate more seats in the same space thus leveraging your cost to rent or own and make the your workspace more comfortable. The N.1A is ideal for a limited space - reclaim your workspace!

Ubuntu Pre-installed. Linux Works Perfectly.
The N.1A is delivered with great, ready-to-use Ubuntu. The N.1A is ready-to-go straight out of the box, pre-installed with latest Ubuntu, so you don't have to waste your time installing and deployment operating systems. In addition, the N.1A is ready for a wide variety of Linux distributions and you can install plenty of the latest x86-compatible standard operating systems without any modification unlike an ARM-based computer requires the extra development work.

Variety of Applications.
The N.1A is ideal for applications including: home/office/call center/classroom/library PCs, digital signage, Internet kiosk, home or small business server, home automation controller, security and surveillance system, network and device monitoring, router, point-of-sale (POS) system, in-vehicle computer, 720p HD capable XBMC HTPC (1080p playback is supported with Broadcom Crystal HD Decoder), VortexBox/MPD music server/appliance, thin client/cloud PC, operating theater display, PA System, and any specialized industrial embedded appliances.

Note: We will configure US English as a default system language and keyboard layout when OS is preinstalled. Our products are compatible with world wide power grids (100-240V~ 50/60Hz). But you will may need to purchase a plug adapter for your computer addtionally because we offer a type F plug cable with AC adapter. The specification is subject to change without prior notice. The pre-installed OS only can be offered with a storage device.