Description: This entry level nettop is a step up from the standard Intel Atom found in netbooks. Capable of all the basic computing tasks, it also has a nice GPU built in, meaning you get a good browsing experience with streaming video playback. However, the small size means that there is absolutely no room for expansions. There are three upgradable parts: the hard drive, the RAM, and the wifi card. Apart from that, everything is integrated into the system and motherboard and cannot be altered.
| Cost Breakdown | ||
|---|---|---|
| Subtotal | MIRs | Total |
| $208 | --- | $208 |
| Individual Parts | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Part | Price | MIR | Link |
| Barebone System | FoxConn A45 | $140 | --- | Newegg |
| RAM | G.Skill 4GB DDR3 | $18 | --- | Newegg |
| Hard Drive | WD Scorpio Blue 320GB | $50 | --- | Amazon |
SSD: There are a small number of ~$50 (used and refurbished) SSDs floating around between 60GB and 80GB. Any of these would make a good substitute for the hard drive, assuming you don't need the space of a large hard drive. Of course, you'll have to hunt these SSDs down yourself. Try to get an Intel X25-G2 or 300 series, Crucial C300 or M4. Any of those are a safe bet. Otherwise, try to look up the SSD model and find reviews for it.
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