Thanks! This looks really nice, actually all of the posts so far have
been very helpful. So far I'm learning toward the VIA mb that was
mentioned. A quick check on ebay and they have 800mhz
models/serial/usb/low-power for $50 + shipping of 25 so that's within
my budget.

I also liked the gumstick box :)
-Josh

On 5/1/07, Jake Vickers <jake@v2gnu.com> wrote:
> Joshua Shriver wrote:
> > Anyone know of an inexpensive SBC that has USB and a serial port that
> > can run linux (any architecture, but x86 based would be nice) for
> > $50-75? Doesn't need to be a powerhorse 120mhz+  32megs ram would be
> > sufficient.
> >
> > Been tempted to buy a semi-broken laptop off ebay, since I could use
> > the motherboard. Also been checking Circuit Cellar a bit.
> >
> > Tips or places are appreciated.
> > Wanting to build a small car PC.
> >
> I use these things all the time for that:
> http://www.pcengines.ch/wrap.htm
> They're more than you wanted ($120 or so), but if you're looking for
> mass productions you'll at least get something you can order in quantity.
> I go for the .2E model: 233/266Mhz, 1 LAN, 2 wireless slots, 64M on
> board, 1 serial port, GPIO header, CF
> I normally use Voyage Linux on them (Debian based)
> PCEngines is SUPPOSED to be coming out with a less feature rich model in
> the $75 range, but I'm not sure how far down the road that is yet. I'll
> keep an eye out for boards in your range though.
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