Asus are launching a new Windows Home Server called the Asus TS Mini.
TS Mini is powered by Intel Atom processor and based on Microsoft Windows Home Server Platform for simplified and familiar user interface to help users manage, protect and access their digital content. TS Mini features 2GB DDR2 memory, 10/100/1000Mbs Gigabit Ethernet, massive storage capacity with up to 4TB hard drive storage capacity, exclusive 500GB Web storage spaces, and 6 USB ports and 2 eSATA ports for future expansion.
Specifications
Processor / System Bus
Intel Atom Processor N280 1.66GHz
Memory
Total Slots: 1 (Single Channel)
Capacity: Maximum up to 2GB
Memory Type: DDR2 800
Memory Size: 1GB 2GB
HDD Bays
2 x 3.5 inch 7200RPM
Configuration Option: 500GB, 1TB, 2TB
Networking
LAN: 10/100/1000Mbps
On Board I/O
2 x External Serial Port
1 x RJ-45 ports (Gigabit)
6 x USB2.0 ports
OS Support
Windows® Home Server
(Subject to change without any notice)
Dimensions without Packing
245 mm (H) x 96 mm (W) x 204 mm (D)
Net Weight Kg (CPU, DRAM and HDD not included)
2.7 Kg
Power Supply
90W Single Power Supply (Aapter)
Accessories
1 x User’s Guide
1 x Bag of Screws
1 x AC Power Cable
1 x RJ45 LAN Cable
1 x AC Adapter (90W)
1 x Quick Start Guide
1 x Software Installation CD
1 x Recovery DVD
1 x Restore CD
1 x Warranty Card
LED Indicator
System, HDD1, HDD2, Network status indicators
Button
Power on/off, Recovery button
Color
Black
The two models, the 500GB and the 2TB are both available for pre-order on Amazon.com. The 500GB is $349.99 and the 2TB is $529.99.
Not sure why anyone would buy the 2tb unit over the 500gb unit. The difference in price is $180. For $180 you can buy a 2tb unit and put it into the 500gb unit giving you 2.5tb for the price of the 2tb unit. Find a 2tb drive on sale and you can even save money.
Obviously this could all change if the pricing gets changed in the future.
I agree, always better to go for the cheaper option and by the drives yourself 🙂
Andrew
The 500 GB model has only 1GB of RAM and it is soldered to the mainboard. There is no extra slot with which to add another stick of RAM. That said, I have the 500GB model and it does fine with one gig.
Thanks Jeff – thats an interesting choice for Asus to have made!
Andrew