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sbkenn · 04-08-2007, 03:53 PM

Hi. I am looking for Linux software to display gauges for the twin diesels in the boat that I plan to live on. However, so far, I have not found software that I can use. The VIA mini-itx boards have been around for a while, and there are several suppliers of DC-DC converters for 12V supply applications. Many would work OK in a sealed box, albeit with coupled heatsinks inside and out. With USB sticks getting well into the GB range, it is practical to have a completely diskless system. If anyone is interested in this, look for DSL...DamnSmallLinux !.

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04-08-2007, 03:53 PM	#3
sbkenn Newbie Join Date: Apr 2007 Posts: 6	Marine computers Hi. I am looking for Linux software to display gauges for the twin diesels in the boat that I plan to live on. However, so far, I have not found software that I can use. The VIA mini-itx boards have been around for a while, and there are several suppliers of DC-DC converters for 12V supply applications. Many would work OK in a sealed box, albeit with coupled heatsinks inside and out. With USB sticks getting well into the GB range, it is practical to have a completely diskless system. If anyone is interested in this, look for DSL...DamnSmallLinux !. S.