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