You learn something new everyday I tell you - even on a Sunday morning. Case in point - I’ve never heard of a company called Advansus but they’re apparently a joint venture company between ASUS and Advantech. Advansus just recently announced a new mini-ITX motherboard called the i915GV2-LEI designed to target the “multimedia networking application” market. The board utilizes either the Intel Pentium M or Celeron M processor and is designed for low power consumption and high energy efficiency. Specs include:

• Supports Socket 478 or 479 Pentium M/Celeron M processors
• Intel 82915GV Express Chipset
• ASUS A8000B-NW system chipset
• 1 - 240 pin DIMM socket for up to 1GB memory
• One PCI slot
• 8 USB 2.0 ports
• Intel GMA 900 graphics
• Realtek ALC650 audio
• Dual gigabit LAN ports
• Measures 6.69 x 6.69 inches and weighs only 0.88 lbs

I love mini-ITX boards for the small form factor but I just wish this board supported a Core 2 Duo processor instead.  My ideal mini-ITX board would support a Core 2 Duo processor, come with integrated HDMI port, have HDCP support, and come with an integrated NTSC/ATSC TV tuner. Yup - it’s all about the home theater!

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