Jason Dunn
05-27-2005, 05:47 PM
<div class='os_post_top_link'><a href='http://www.biosmagazine.co.uk/rev.php?id=301' target='_blank'>http://www.biosmagazine.co.uk/rev.php?id=301</a><br /><br /></div><i>"The XPC SB83G5M retains the same stylish design, excellent ergonomics, and high-end technical performance that has become synonymous with Shuttle's XPC brand. Built around the Intel 915G and ICH6-R chipset with onboard graphics and 6-channel audio, the components of this super-stylish barebone PC have been optimised to suit a media center environment. The compact G5 chassis features a mirrored front panel and stealthed drive bays for excellent integration in a living room environment, while the eye-catching Versatile Front-panel Display (VFD) provides useful system and media information without the reliance of an on-screen-display. If you're looking for a new multimedia hub, put the XPC SB83G5M at the top of your shopping list."</i><br /><br /><img src="http://www.digitalmediathoughts.com/images/XPC-SB83G5.jpg" /><br /><br />This looks like an impressive XPC, and clearly designed to be a media center, but they say it's a bit loud - which would seem to make it a poor choice. I also wonder when we're going to see the slimline XPC units more appropriate for direct integration with stereo components?