manageability, security, and low cost, according to the company.

(Click here for larger image Wyse 550 with optional DVD)

Among its other benefits, the 550 video client uses up to 30 percent less power than a typical multimedia PC, according to Wyse. An optional 80 GB hard drive supports downloading of video files during periods of low network traffic. A DVD drive (for playing DVDs) is also available as an option.


Wyse 550 rear panel
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Wyes lists the following key features and specifications for the model 550 video client:

• Processor -- 1.26GHz mobile Intel Celeron processor
  
• Memory -- 256MB or 512MB of SDRAM in 168-pin DIMM socket
  
• Storage:
  • 80 GB hard drive optional
    
  • DVD drive optional
• Video out:
  • Composite video -- PAL or NTSC on RCA-type connector
    
  • S-video on 4-pin connector
    
  • Component video
    
  • DVI
    
  • VGA through optional adapter
• Audio out:
  • AC97 analog stereo via RCA jacks
    
  • Sony/Philips Digital Interface (SPDIF), RCA, and optical
    
  • Dolby 5.1 aucio
• Communication:
  • 10/100 Base-T Ethernet
    
  • 3 USB 2.0 -- two on rear panel, one internal

Wyse is bundling the 550 video client is with its Rapport Workgroup edition remote management software, which is used for deploying applications and images and managing hardware/software configurations, it says.

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