A Closer Look - Outside

The Netbox is further protected by two plastic sheets, which also insure that you won't receive your Netbox with fingerprints all over the case. Unlike the NT-330I, the Fusion based NT-A3500 is only available in black.


Foxconn managed to impress us with the compact size of the ION Netbox and this Fusion one features the exact same dimensions, but has also been stuffed full with various connectivity. An optical drive and remote control can be bought separately, so keep that in mind, if you are looking for a full blown Netbox or HTPC. The underside has four metal spots which are intended for the fairly strong, magnetic feet. Just snap them into place and you are good to go.


Well here goes the long list of connectivity from the left or right: wireless, four USB 2.0 ports, DVI-I, HDMI, Gigabit Ethernet, Optical audio and DC power. On the front you will find dual audio, two USB 3.0 ports, an LED stripe, a small speaker and power/standby buttons.


Even though the unit is very compact, it still utilizes active cooling. There are two fine air vents on the side of the Netbox. The larger one is only used to pull air into the case, while the other one is much smaller so that hot air is pressed out of the unit and won't remain within the enclosure.