HP MediaSmart Server LX195

Well, we never did see a press release from HP about their new MediaSmart Server LX195 Windows Home Server product but guess what? It’s in-stock and available for purchase at HPshopping.com for $399.99.

As eHomeUpgrade discovered last week, the LX195 is an Atom-powered Windows Home Server box in a chassis that’s notably different (and smaller) than HP’s previous WHS product offerings.

The only question we had at the time was – exactly how many internal drive bays were there for the LX195? Unfortunately we got the answer – ONE. Yes ONE. Boo. However, you do get 4 USB 2.0 ports (though no eSATA ports unfortunately).

But then again, it’s pretty easy to see that HP intends to market the LX195 has a starter Windows Home Server box. It’s fairly inexpensive; it’s ideal for families that need a good backup solution but don’t need terabytes of disk space; it’s easy to setup, and it’s good looking too! And the bonus? If you do need extra capacity – you could always add external USB drives. Not ideal but definitely a way to upgrade.

Now with that said, here are the major specs for the LX195:

  • Intel 1.6 GHz Atom Processor 230
  • 1GB RAM
  • 640GB SATA 7200 RPM drive
  • 4 USB 2.0 ports
  • Measures 4 x 8 x 8 inches
  • 3.5 watt power consumption
  • 28 W power consumption for a single active drive
  • < 25 dba at one meter

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