Review: Aleutia E1

From www.aleutia.com

Designed for Rural Africa
Works in places other computers don't.

* During peak performance, the E1 consumes just 8W of power, 4% of what a typical (200W) desktop uses. Runs off a car battery or a cheap solar panel.
* Keep Working During Power Cuts! A UPS that will keep a standard desktop running for 15 minutes will power an E1 for 6.5 hours!
* Everything is stored on a CF card, which can be instantly removed to ensure security of your information.
* Efficient web browser for slow Internet connections.
* Discounted 5-Pack for rural schools available, with low-power displays, solar panel, and battery.

Every application you need and as fast as XP

Puppy Linux is pre-installed. Completely Stable and Fast!

* Practically identical interface to Windows, no learning curve required!
* Office-compatible - create/modify/save Excel and Word files, or even PDFs.
* Spreadsheet program opens in 3 seconds.

Works Off-the-Grid, Available with LCD, Solar Panel

For aid workers, meteorologists, field engineers, and people on the move.

* Ultra-portable version: E1 with 8" Display, foldable solar panel, and lightweight battery.
* Fits in laptop bag, takes 5 minutes to set up.
* Display and E1 run for 3.5 hours on a charge. Can recharge by car.

Or buy a kit with roof-mounted solar panel and 9kgs battery for less!

* Ideal for healthcare clinics, remote offices, or just individuals without power.
* 30 minute set up.
* Will power E1 and display for 13 hours on a charge.

Specifications

E1 Hardware Details

* Processor: 200MHz x86 CPU, Memory: 128MB SDRAM, Storage: 1GB (included Compact Flash card), Power Supply (US, UK, or EU).

* 3 x USB 1.1 ports (12Mbps transfer rate), 1 x 10/100 Ethernet port, VGA port to connect LCD display (supports resolutions up to 1280x1024)

* Power consumption of 8W with CPU and SDRAM running at full speed. With external devices (USB CD Rewriter, USB-powered hard drive) power consumption rises to 11W.

* Dimensions: 11.5cm (Width) x 11.5cm (Lenght) x 3.5cm (Height)

* Weight: 505g

E1 Software Specifics

* Puppy Linux Operating System (version 2.14) - similar in appearance to MS Windows, stable, and pre-installed.

* Excel-compatible spreadsheet software (Gnumeric), Word-compatible word processor (Abiword)

What's in the Box?

* The Aleutia E1 workstation, 1.0 GB CF Card, USB travel mouse, waterproof, rollable keyboard, user manual.

* 3 Year International Warranty, 3 Year Email Support, 90 Day Return Policy.

* Price: £179

Ultra-Portable Office in a FedEx Box

* E1 Workstation package (see above)

* 8" LCD TV (VGA 640x480 resolution) with VGA-input and remote | 1 kg | 12W Power Consumption

* Brunton 26W Waterproof Foldable Solar Panel, folds to A4 size, includes mobile phone adapter for trickle-charging | 500g

* 72Wh Li-ion Battery Pack, Case, DC-AC converter, can charge standard laptop, mobile phones, iPod | 1kg

* 3 Year International Warranty, 3 Year Email Support, 90 Day Return Policy.

* Price: £499 | Total Weight 3kgs | Fits in Laptop Bag

Semi-Portable Office in a Box

* E1 Workstation package

* 10.4" LCD TV (SVGA 800x600 resolution) with VGA-input and remote | 2 kg | 10W Power Consumption

* Roof-mount solar panel, 3.4kgs

* 240Wh Lead Acid 12V Battery, DC-AC converter | 7 kgs

* 3 Year International Warranty, 3 Year Email Support, 90 Day Return Policy.

* Price: £389 | Total Weight 13 kgs