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== Plug Computing ==
[[File:Guru-sheeva-handheld.jpeg|thumb|right|300px|Two models of Plug Computers: A SheevaPlug (left) and GuruPlug (right)]]The [http://plugcomputer.org PlugComputer] concept was created by [http://www.marvell.com Marvell] to promote the use of ARM processors in non-mobile environments -- as a power-saving server option. Each PlugComputer contains a Marvell system-on-a-chip (SOC) and flash-based storage.
The model of PlugComputer we're using today is the [http://globalscaletechnologies.com/p-32-guruplug-server-plus.aspx GuruPlug Server Plus], made by [http://globalscaletechnologies.com GlobalScale Technologies, Inc]. This unit features 512MB of RAM, 512MB of built-in NAND flash, support for microSD/microSDHC cards, dual gigabit ethernet interfaces, eSATA, two USB ports, 802.11bg wireless, and bluetooth. The total power consumption of the GuruPlug is typically under 5W - about the power of a small nightlight.