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Best parts for a low-power Linux system?

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gumpish

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I want to build a Linux system which I can leave running 24/7 that consumes a minimum amount of power. It will basically serve up files on my home LAN. So it's much more important to me that the CPU be energy efficient than be fast. Integrated video is fine, or even no video at all. (I've worked with headless systems before.)

I've seen "Super-Uber-Ultra-Pico ITX" systems, but I don't really care about how big (or even noisy) the thing is. It's not going to be a media center. That being said, I'll only need room for one HDD.

Would I be best off just buying a laptop if power consumption is my main concern?

Thanks.
 
i've been looking for something like this as well. i'm starting to think that the nslu2 (or something like it) is the best option. i'm currently using an old laptop with an external drive, but the fan spinning up can still be a little noisy, and i just have the sense that this laptop is not going to last that much longer.
 
^ how does the power draw at idle compare to a low speed sempron like a 2600+ ?

I've used Biostar TForce mATX in a couple of builds and they're nice boards, though about $10 more.

If you need a case, the Antec NSK4400 comes with a good PSU, 120mm exhaust fan, and is almost silent (using a Zalman 7000-alcu instead of the stock fan).
 
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