OK, I admit. Have not spent too much time with Mr Google on this one, but here goes hoping for a short-cut answer................ I would like to run each of my seven repeater sites (mains/grid powered with 12v standby bat) each with it's own URI and AllStar node. Some sites will have two URI's. *Question; What PC should I use at each site (12v PC would be nice, and with "auto power on" from dead battery when mains power returns)* I had a look here http://www.mini-itx.com/ but the amount of choice is overwhelming. No idea which one is suitable. Then there is this thing called a Beagle Board?? The processor must be fast enough to handle 2x URI's. I tried using a HP netbook and an Asus eeePC but voice overs were a bit choppy as if the processor was battling. I do not really want fans, hard drives or any other antiquated moving devices (when are we going to see quiet, passive pc's at the workplace?) I do not need wireless, just an Ethernet port. Shaun zr5s Sysop for 7 ageing repeaters desperate for a facelift www.marc.org.za