Wednesday, February 20th 2008

ASUS Introduces Nova P22 Mini PC

To better integrate with various room types in the modern digital home, ASUS, producer of high quality Digital Home products, has released a new desktop PC - the Nova P22. The space-saving Nova features an Intel Core2 Duo Desktop Processor, WiFi 802.11n and Bluetooth 2.0 technology for robust multitasking and communication. Operating at a mere 25 decibels, (below human hearing) the P22 offers multimedia enjoyment free of distraction. Its diminutive footprint, slot-loading drive and a classy exterior revisits the multimedia system concept on a whole new level.
The Perfectly Balanced Dual Core Desktop PC
Most small form factor personal computers (SFFPC) struggle between computing power, cooling and noise issues. Requiring only 122 cubic inches of space, the Nova incorporates a robust Intel Core 2 Duo Desktop processor for efficient multitasking and quality digital audio/video enjoyment. Adopting solid capacitors, a unique L-shape heat dissipation module, S-shape heat pipes and three AI fans - The P22 is capable of exceptionally quiet, yet powerful computing at only 25dB.

High Speed Connectivity with 802.11n and Bluetooth 2.0
Supporting the 802.11n wireless standard, the Nova's high 300 Mbps transmission rate allows users to easily download a 30-minute HD video in under a minute! The embedded Bluetooth device also provides effortless data streaming between the Nova and other peripherals such as notebooks and handheld devices.

Flexible Music Playback Options
A pair of built-in speakers housed at the front of the Nova offer unobtrusive, high quality audio output. For home theater configurations, the Nova can also support 5.1 analog or digital surround output with Dolby Digital Live or DTS connect technology.

Style and Space
The Nova accommodates nearly any environment with ease - whether working from a desk, a nightstand or an open living room, the Nova is designed for the space conscious user. Available in glossy pearl white and piano black, the Nova's streamlined design, touch sensors and stylish stand seamlessly integrate with modern interiors, reflecting a tasteful individual while adding style to any surrounding. Smaller and lighter than most notebooks, the Nova can be easily ported from one room to another, adapting to different situations and needs via a docking station port.

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Availability
The Nova P22 and its scaled-down variant, the P20 will be available in North America February 19, 2008 with MSRP of $899 and $749 respectively. For more information and where to buy, please visit promos.asus.com/US/evensite/Nova/index.htm
Source: ASUS
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17 Comments on ASUS Introduces Nova P22 Mini PC

#1
newtekie1
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I like how they call the E2160 a Core 2 Duo. Screw Intel and their stupid naming scheme.
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phanbuey
1GB for windows vista premium? someone at ASUS was optimistic. This is basically like a mac mini, but slower.
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#3
mandis
phanbuey1GB for windows vista premium? someone at ASUS was optimistic. This is basically like a mac mini, but slower.
My thoughts exactly...
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newtekie1
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phanbuey1GB for windows vista premium? someone at ASUS was optimistic.
Considering I run it fine on 512MB, I don't know what you are getting at here.
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Exceededgoku
newtekie1Considering I run it fine on 512MB, I don't know what you are getting at here.
Really? Don't mean to sound rude but I highly doubt that.... Although I think Vista rocks I don't think it would run well on that amount...
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#6
jocksteeluk
newtekie1Considering I run it fine on 512MB, I don't know what you are getting at here.
I very much doubt the version Asus will supply will be anywhere near remotely as optimised as the version you run on your system.
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newtekie1
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ExceededgokuReally? Don't mean to sound rude but I highly doubt that.... Although I think Vista rocks I don't think it would run well on that amount...
It runs just fine with 512MB. I have to disable some of the more CPU intense eye candy, but it runs just fine after doing that. Vista runs just fine on 1GB, even with Aero enabled and no tweaks.
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#8
W1zzard
Jimmy 2004Operating at a mere 25 decibels, (below human hearing)
ah yes, that's why the db scale has the value 0 defined as "threshold of human hearing"
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#9
Cold Storm
Battosai
Decibel ratings:
0 db Threshold of hearing
30 db Whisper
40 db Buzz of mosquito
50 db Normal conversation
70 db Vacuum cleaner
100 db Subway or power mower
120 db Rock concert
130 db Jackhammer or machine gun
150 db Nearby jet plane/ Military jet take off
160 db Instant Perforation of Eardrum

Thats why when you want the silent case, you try and go between a 30db and a 40db fan.. and if you want a 120 fan that pushes 110cfm at tops at 39.5db then this is the fan for you..
I know that last part was off topic, but it gives you a thought on how silent a fan can be while still pushing so much air...
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#11
sheps999
Requiring only 122 cubic inches of space
Wow, I'm beginning to think my desk isn't big enough.

:D
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#12
Cold Storm
Battosai
phanbueynice fan.
thank you. now with new fans, the new heatsink, and that fan, my temps went down a good 13 idle and 27 load... A lot more slient then my vantec running at full blast! lol
Now, I'm thinking of telling my boss about this computer since he has a tight space on his desk...
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#13
Wile E
Power User
Cold Stormthank you. now with new fans, the new heatsink, and that fan, my temps went down a good 13 idle and 27 load... A lot more slient then my vantec running at full blast! lol
Now, I'm thinking of telling my boss about this computer since he has a tight space on his desk...
I have that Silverstone fan. It sucks. It's airflow specs are way overrated, and turned up it's stupid loud. It also sucks ass as a rad fan. The back pressure murders it's airflow even more. I'm disappointed with it's performance, considering it's a $15 fan.

As for this ASUS pc, I'd rather have the Mac Mini.
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Cold Storm
Battosai
Wile EI have that Silverstone fan. It sucks. It's airflow specs are way overrated, and turned up it's stupid loud. It also sucks ass as a rad fan. The back pressure murders it's airflow even more. I'm disappointed with it's performance, considering it's a $15 fan.

As for this ASUS pc, I'd rather have the Mac Mini.
yeah, in some parts i'm w/ you on w/ that. not woth 15 dollars in my book ether. i'll be getting the "ultra kaze" cooler when it comes back in stock along w/ my "other toys"..
I think I need to get w/ you on what to by and not to on newegg. You've probably have owned almost everything there. lol

Why a mac mini over this?
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Wile E
Power User
Cold Stormyeah, in some parts i'm w/ you on w/ that. not woth 15 dollars in my book ether. i'll be getting the "ultra kaze" cooler when it comes back in stock along w/ my "other toys"..
I think I need to get w/ you on what to by and not to on newegg. You've probably have owned almost everything there. lol
Seems like it. lol.
Cold StormWhy a mac mini over this?
The upper Mac Mini has roughly equal specs than the lower model of this Asus (better cpu, but less gfx power), costs $50 more, but allows me to run OS X or Windows, and has a ton of accessories on the market. I like having more choices available to me, so it's worth the $50. I'd likely be using it as an HTPC anyway, so the extra gfx power is unneeded for me.
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#16
Cold Storm
Battosai
your now my Newegg GOD! lol.. need to get with you on a few things... lol.. and thats a good point, but would you recommand if they don't like osx?
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Wile E
Power User
Cold Stormyour now my Newegg GOD! lol.. need to get with you on a few things... lol.. and thats a good point, but would you recommand if they don't like osx?
If OS X isn't a priority, either is a good purchase. Mac Mini still has more accessories available.
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