MIG-31

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We take our first look at one of Shuttle’s legendary small-form factor systems. Shuttle has long set the standard for compact computing power, but bad hardware, BSOD's, and poor support keep this system from ever getting off the launchpad.

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Zeph

Wow, this review is crap. While it's interesting that they take a noob approach to the review, it's not proper or even close to a good way to write a review.

I cant believe they expect the category to take you directly to a purchase page. If they get confused on that, then heaven forbid they go to dell.com and try to buy something; cause they'll have to go through at least two or so windows before seeing a "buy" link. They're also expecting the "customize this" to be newb-friendly. Do they really expect people who dont know things about different computer components to try and customize a rig? Also, they expect updates on its different stages of being built? They complain about the....type of screw used to secure the cover to the chasis....because average americans dont buy flathead screwdrivers???

As for tech support, that's a given. Shuttle is a barebone company first, system seller second. Too bad Shuttle doesn't link to Sudhian forums anymore for tech support. For 1400 dollars on such a system, what do they expect? A quick tally of the hardware prices off newegg I'd have to say they got exact retail prices for everything they bought.

I dont agree with their not reccommending the product. I know about 15 people personally who have a SDxxP2. Of course they barebone'd it, but it definately works and benchmarks higher than 90% of the other hardware out there. Their other reviews of Shuttle equipment confirms that it's not a bad line of products.

I bet they said the 360 wasn't reccommended back when there were overheating problems.

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