Shuttle has announced its first AMD-based HD-compatible Mini-PC Complete System that can play high-resolution films from both Blu-ray and HD DVD media. A single HDMI cable transfers top quality image and sound to modern flat-screen televisions for play back, thereby avoiding any expensive installation costs. "The LG GGC-H20L Combo drive is suitable for both HD formats and AMD’s Athlon 64 X2 6000+ processor and in conjunction with the 2GB DDR2-800 memory delivers the required performance for fluid playback", explained Tom Seiffert, Head of Marketing & PR at Shuttle Computer Handels GmbH.

Technical specifications:

* Mini-PC Complete System is based on: Shuttle XPC Barebone SN68SG2 with the PF27 front panel from the "Shuttle XPC Accessories" program.
* Processor: AMD Athlon X2 6000+
* Memory: 2x 1GB DDR2-800
* Hard disk: 500GB, Serial-ATAII
* Graphics Card: ATI HD3450, 256 MB
* Wireless Communication: Wireless LAN
* Optical Drive: LG GGC-H20L Blu-ray/HD DVD Combo
* TV Tuner: DVB-T/Analog Hybrid
* Other Drives: 25-in-1 Card-Reader
* Other configurations: Remote control and multi-functional front display
* Operating System: Windows Vista Home Premium
* Dimensions: 310(D) x 200(W) x 185(H) mm

The Shuttle XPC G5 6801M is available immediately for EUR 1,234 ($1,943).