Stealth Computer Corporation has released a new small powerful form factor mini PC with built-in PCI expansion slot capability.

The Stealth LPC-450PCI Mini PC utilizes Intel’s latest Core 2 Duo processor technology delivering the ultimate in Mini PC performance. The robust anodized aluminum chassis measures just over 2 inches tall having the overall footprint about the size of a hard cover novel, measuring in at 10 x 5.8 x 2.8 inches and weighing approximately 10 lbs (4.5kg).

One of the unique attributes the LPC-450PCI possesses is the open and available PCI card slot. “Customers can simply add specialized I/O, video, data acquisition and communications cards, something that cannot be achieved without resorting to larger clunky desk top computers” remarks Stealth’s President & CEO, Ed Boutilier.

The LPC-450PCI small form PC features a multitude of I/O connectivity built into its impressively small design such as; LAN, 2-Serial, 3-USB, FireWire, Video, Audio, PS/2 Mouse & Keyboard ports. It has a built-in 2.5-inch high-shock hard drive with up to 160GB’s of storage space for archived data.

For applications that require extra high shock, vibration and wide temperature ranges, optional SSD or Solid State Drive options are available. A slim DVD/CD-RW optical drive comes standard with an optional DVD burner available. Systems are compatible with Microsoft Vista/XP, Linux etc and can be custom configured to meet the exact needs of the OEM or end user.

The LPC-450PCI Mini PC is available from $1450.