Recently we told you that AWIECO were getting into the server hardware game. Today they have revealed the pricing and say that the servers will be shipping during the middle of July.
This is what AWIECO posted today:
We have just opened our online shop where you can already find different models of our AWIECO Server which will be available soon. Due to a short delay, the AWIECO Server will be probably available for delivery in the middle of July.
They have now released the pricing for the 6 models.
Three Windows Home Server 2011 models:
And three Small Business Server Essentials models:
I am really excited about seeing these. AWIECO make really great add-ins, so lets hope their servers are just as great.
Here is some more information on the servers:
The new AWIECO Servers combine design, performance, low power consumption and fanless operation.
The compact and robust case made of aluminum and acrylic glass is a real eye-catcher. On the front-panel are a Power and HDD LED as well as a display, which shows status information about the CPU usage or LAN utilization for example. Big cooling rips on the side of the server provide an optimum cooling of the CPU and the entire server. Moreover, a special passive hard disk cooling system is on the top. The temperature of the hard drives is constantly monitored and if the temperature reaches the limit caused for example by high workload or high ambient temperature, then two silent security fans will become active in case of necessity to ensure a fast cooling of the system.
Inside either an Intel Atom processor of the latest generation is working or for more demanding users an Intel Core i3 or i5 Sandy Bridge processor. On the back of the server up to 5 hard drives can be added quickly and easily. Through the support of 3TB hard disks up to 15TB can be used in total of storage for the own data. The 64-Bit operating system Windows Home Server 2011 or Windows Small Business Server 2011 Essentials is preinstalled on a separate 24×7 optimized hard disk inside the case.
Specifications of AWIECO Servers:
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Processor
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Intel Atom or Intel Core i3 / i5 Sandy Bridge
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RAM
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4 to 8 GB DDR3
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Storage Hard Disks
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5 x 3,5” bays (up to 15TB storage capacity)
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Primary Hard Disk
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1 x 2,5” internal, 24/7 optimized disk for system
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LAN
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Gigabit LAN
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LCD
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2×16 lines blue colored display
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Weight
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4,5 to 10kg
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Dimensions
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20cm (h) x 24cm (w) x 24cm (d)
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Warranty
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1 year
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Operating system
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Microsoft® Windows Home Server 2011 (OEM 64-Bit)
Microsoft® Windows Small Business Server 2011 Essentials (OEM 64-Bit)
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Included in delivery
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Preinstalled OS,
External 10A power supply,
LAN cable,
Quick-guide,
System restore CD/DVD
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For more information check out the AWIECO Shop website
I was ready to jump on the AWEICO but I forgot how poor the Dollar to Pounds rate was.
It looks like HFX and AWEICO use the same exact case. Where can we buy this case for a possible DIY project?
http://www.wegotserved.com/2011/05/19/hfx-powernas-2011-brings-touch-class-windows-home-server/
Motherboard:
ZOTAC H67ITX-C-E Mini-ITX motherboard
Not sure where do by the slot loading drive as well.
I’d also be curious what they’ve done to make it Silent .
I really want to support a new company like AWIECO, but I’d like to know just how much more I’m paying compared to a self build. So far this case is the best looking replacment for the EX495 MediaSmart. I’m possibly thinking of just upgrading my CPU/Memory of my EX495 but I’d really like USB 3.0, and other speed boosts etc.
Any news on these servers ? Your review said mid July, I hope you review one with the i5 CPU.
I’m trying to get an update John