The page linked is the Cappuccino PC, they released a new version of the kit.
Geoff Shively wrote:
> I am working offline right now until I can dialup in the Netherlands, so I
> cant look at that link, but have any of you thought of using one of those
> Cappuccino PCs from some Japanese company (http://www.google.com search for
> it)... they are only like 600 bucks, and have a modem, Ethernet (10/100),
> DVD/CD , S-Video Out, v-RCA out, VGA, 1/8in audio out, Modular Floppy, 2
> USB, and lots of other cool stuff. PERFECT for an in car computer. That is
> what I am using in combo with 3 LCDs from http://www.flatpannel.com a
> wireless collapsible keyboard and attached thumb mouse. That with a 5 port
> linksys switch. I will put a USB 802.11b link on the mini-pc so that it can
> sync at my house, or office with any files I want to get while I am there.
> Now that 802.11 has been cracked, I can also hop from NAT to NAT for
> internet connections if I wanted too ;).
>
> Since the Cappi-PC has 2 USB ports, I can get a GarminGPS system for it...
> this thing will be able to do it all.
>
> Now there is one thing that remains unthought... it came up once in a
> conversation between Nick from Multitronics, we talked about a real time PCM
> monitoring system for your laptop... but now that I will have some type of
> aftermarket fuel system on my 408, Accell, Holley, or Vennom, then I need to
> evaluate witch one I can tie into my computer for tweaking and monitoring.
> Anyone? - I haven't really looked into fuel systems, what they incorporate,
> or what they cost... so any help or insight would be greatly appreciated.
>
> Train arriving in Bruxelles, gotta go catch another one... adios.
>
> -geoff
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Ronald Wong" <ron-wong@home.com>
> To: <dakota-truck@BUFFNET.NET>
> Sent: Sunday, August 19, 2001 5:15 PM
> Subject: RE: DML: For folks looking to put a PC in their Dak
>
> > Okay, now to decide exactly why you would want one in the Dak. Are you
> > thinking of online access to the PCM...on-the-fly tuning? Perhaps the PC
> > can control other functions like music, DVD, VCR, GPS, etc. I've got
> > voice-activated cell phone, perhaps voice-activated e-mail. Most of these
> > functions would be more for the benefit of passengers rather than the
> > driver. I'm pretty much an advocate of distraction-less driving. Most
> > people out here have enough trouble doing one major thing at a time, let
> > alone several.
> >
> > Ron
> > 00 PB SLT QC 4X2 5.9 46RE 3.92 LSD
> > For modifications see my DML Profile (URL follows)
> > http://www.twistedbits.net/WWWProfile/dakota/Kw9pV1EkFeOYY
> >
> >
> > -----Original Message-----
> > From: owner-dakota-truck@BUFFNET.NET
> > [mailto:owner-dakota-truck@BUFFNET.NET]On Behalf Of
> > jbleazard@Sympatico.ca
> > Sent: Sunday, August 19, 2001 5:40 PM
> > To: dakota-truck-moderator@bent.twistedbits.net
> > Subject: Re: DML: For folks looking to put a PC in their Dak
> >
> >
> > Yeah, but how much do they cost? :-)
> >
> > At least they finally got a LAN port in these things.
> >
> > That's a cool idea, but I'd rather see a low-profile case that you can use
> > to
> > mount standard PC components in a vehicle. It wouldn't be that difficult
> > to figure out, we just need someone with the fabrication and design
> > resources to get around to doing it. Really, in a vehicle you don't need
> > ultimate portability. If you can mount a CD changer in the trunk or back
> > seat, you should have enough room to make a PC case.
> >
> > That way, once you had the mounting system, you could assemble the
> > components yourself. Much cheaper than going with a laptop or one of
> > these "pocketbook" computers. Then you could keep the portable for
> > carrying around in your backpack :-).
> >
> > Hmmm... I seem to remember working with a low-profile Compaq
> > computer years ago. It had a couple of expansion slots, with all of
> > the basic stuff on the motherboard. Wouldn't be too difficult to adapt
> > the basic design. Anyone?
> >
> > ------------------------------------------------
> > Jason Bleazard jbleazard@sympatico.ca Toronto, Ontario
> > his: '95 Dakota Sport 4x4, 3.9 V6, 5spd, Reg. Cab, white
> > hers: '01 Dakota Sport 4x4, 4.7 V8, Auto, Quad Cab, black
> >
> > In article <9loujk$ma2$1@bent.twistedbits.net>, andylevy@yahoo.com (Andy
> > Levy) wrote:
> > > And I know Jon Steiger is one of them, check out this kit.
> > > http://www.saintsong.com.tw/english/products/tx2/all-tx2.htm
> > >
> > > Put a full-blown PC into a 6.14 x 5.74 x 2.2 (all inches) package Just
> > add
> > > input & display devices.
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