Looking more like a corporate slimline desktop than a barebones system, this unit features a Mini ITX motherboard while the large form allows for good component layout. Minimal overlap between the motherboard and optical drives allows for free working space even around the CPU and RAM.

Physically similar to the ZPC but grander in scale, the thumbscrew-secured lid slides off easily to get at the goodies inside. Again the reinforced thickness of the build materials allows for near silent operation.

Attractive blue and orange LEDs finish off the high-tech finish of the case by making it look quite impressive. The only system to include S-Video and RCA video output, this is clearly designed for the entertainment PC market. It does lack a few features found in other systems, such as optical audio, FireWire and an AGP slot, but it does come with a two-year warranty.

A high quality score, representing its solid build and easy accessibility is offset by the basic features set, but the reasonably low price balances things out overall.