The EeeBox PC EB1012 Desktop Computer from ASUS is a compact desktop computer. It features a standing design that brings elegance to your desktop, while at the same time saving space. You can also opt to mount it to the back of an LCD display, thanks to the included 75/100mm VESA mount.
The system features an HDMI output for HDTV connectivity, and the ASUS Total Media Center application for video playback. It can output 5.1-channel audio via S/PDIF, making it a great choice for use as part of a home theater.
The Eee Box manages to balance performance, size, and power consumption. A dual-core Intel Atom CPU is capable of handling most tasks, while generating less heat and consuming less power than high-end desktop CPUs. This allows the Eee Box to be small and quiet, while still providing enough processing horsepower to run multimedia, home, office, and Internet applications.
The system is powered by a dual-core 1.6GHz Intel Atom N330 CPU, and boasts 2GB of RAM, a 160GB hard drive, 802.11n Wi-Fi, and nVIDIA ION graphics. Device connectivity is achieved via 6 USB 2.0 ports and 1 eSATA port. The computer also features HDMI, VGA, and S/PDIF output functionality. The installed operating system is Windows 7 Home Premium.
The EB1012 is powered by the Intel Atom 330 dual core processor, which is built specifically for PCs like the EB1012. And with the accompanying nVIDIA Ion graphics processor, the EB1012 treats you to an impressive multimedia performance with a low power consumption of just 40W
The EB1012 comes with HDMI connectivity to provide high definition video playback; delivering crisp and clear images to your HDTV or LCD monitor. That visual drama is further complemented by an audio jack with S/PDIF 5.1 channel support that gives you an unparalleled audio experience.
The accompanying ASUS' Total Media Center application is a one-stop program that lets you browse, organize and view the various files in your media library. It supports multiple video formats like MPEG, WMV, and VC1.
And if that's not enough, the EB1012 comes with ASUS@Vibe—an online digital entertainment portal that lets you access your favorite music, videos, and Live TV content from the web.
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Aside from the USB, VGA, HDMI, Ethernet, and audio-out ports, the EB1012 also has an eSATA port which lets you enjoy high speed data transfers from external storage devices. eSATA transfers data at more than twice the maximum data transfer rates currently enjoyed by USB 2.0 and FireWire users.
For seamless networking and connectivity, the EB1012 features 802.11n Wi-Fi that gives you faster surfing speeds and higher throughput when compared to other wireless standards. Its wider range of coverage ensures better single transmission and reception