On 2/11/2013 8:04 PM, Alan Adamson wrote:
Simple node
All, I think I know the answer to this, but figured I'd check again... Yes I know I could do an RTCM (I have 5 of them already). I'm looking to get another family member (new ham) up with a personal node. Was hoping that someone might have done something around the Beagle Bone as the Pi seems to no be up for the task. I could live with simpleusb if needed.
*/Are there any *inexpensive* options to get to a functional simpleusb type node?/**/If so, what are they?/*
Here is the latest fad in WAN land... Intel D2500HN Main Board (about $65) 2G memory (about $12) 16 G Solid State hard drive (about $40) Case and PS (about $50) So, for about $175 you can have a new box that runs the standard distro that isn't too large and is quite reliable. I have built 6 of these systems that are replacing older Dell and HP machines that were junk when I put them in service, but have served quite well. Kevin - WJ8G wanrepeater.net