(Click here for larger view of S class thin client)

According to Wyse, the devies' low-power embedded processors, allows them to deliver excellent processing performance without generating lots of heat, thereby enabling fanless operation. Fast, integrated video chipsets provide excellent video performance that reduces eyestrain and meets stringent government and European resolution and clinical healthcare requirements, Wyse says. Additionally, a patented, "monorail mounting system" allows the units to be attached to walls, desks, or LCD monitors.

The S class thin clients (shown above) are based on AMD Geode GX processors. The first S class devices will be available next month, and will initially run Windows CE. An even larger photo (with monitor and keyboard for size reference) is here.

The Winterm V class thin clients (shown at right) feature Transmeta's Crusoe processors. These devices take advantage of Crusoe benefits such as low power consumption and LongRun technology to optimize speed, according to Wyse. With processor clock rates from 800 Mhz to 1.1 GHz, excellent video performance, and a wide range of memory and expansion options, the V class thin clients are aimed at demanding enterprise deployments in the mid- and upper-range, Wyse says. The first V class thin clients are expected to ship before the end of the year. An even larger photo (with monitor and keyboard for size reference) is here.

Feature	S class	V class
Processor	AMD Geode GX 466 to 533 (333 MHz to 400+ MHz)	Transmeta Crusoe, 800 to 1000 MHz
Memory	32 MB Flash, 128 MB RAM	32 MB Flash, 128 MB RAM 64 MB Flash, 256 MB RAM 256 MB Flash, 256 MB RAM
Maximum video Resolution	1600 x 1200 16-bit color, 85 Hz	1600 x 1200 24-bit color, 85 Hz
USB 2.0 ports	4 (2 front, 2 back)	4 (1 front, 2 back, 1 internal)
Serial ports	1	2
Parallel ports	NA	1
PS2 ports	NA	1
Networking	10/100 Ethernet	10/100 Ethernet
Expansion	USB only	USB PCMCIA Type II (std) Internal Smart Card (opt)

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