With Intel flashing Viiv branding around it was only a matter of time before a big SFF manufacturer like Shuttle would pick up the brand and run with it, and so they have.
Shuttle has announced two new XPCs, one for AMD processors and the other for Intel, the Intel model carrying Viiv branding. Both are built on the tried and tested G5 chassis (if it ain't broke...) so there's nothing ground breaking or shocking about the size of these units. The AMD system, named SN21G5, features Nvidia's nForce 410 MCP and on-board GeForce 6100. Shuttle are pushing it at use as a compact family PC, and its PEG slot gives it the expandability to become a gaming machine too.
The SD36G5M Viiv ready machine is geared towards, as you might expect, multimedia experience. At the front is a very nice looking display panel, much like you might get on a Hi-fi or indeed other HTPC/media center computers these days. You'll find the Intel 945G + ICH7-DH chipset sat on the motherboard along with Intel's GMA 950 graphics.
This isn't a product launch to have us gasping in awe, but it will be interesting to see how Shuttle's stab at a Viiv ready PC turns out. These XPCs will be available in three to four weeks, depending on your local market, say Shuttle.
HEXUS.links
HEXUS.pr :: Shuttle's press release.
Shuttle :: SD36G5M product page.
Shuttle :: SN21G5 product page.
