CHEAP device for SSH terminal

jantman · 10-16-2006, 10:48 PM

Hello,

I've been looking at some embedded Linux devices lately - the ZipIt, Nokia 700, etc.

Does anyone have a recommendation for a CHEAP one to use as a Linux-based SSH client?

ALL I need is the ability to connect to a wireless network (802.11b) and run an SSH client locally to connect to a server on the network. I don't need anything else, and preferrably I'd like the unit to boot to a shell which I can run ssh from.

Thanks for any suggestions,
Jason

macemoneta · 10-16-2006, 11:56 PM

You can usually pick up an old Sharp Zaurus SL-5500 ("Collie") with a WiFi card for about $100. With OpenZaurus, the device is very usable as a portable Linux system. Check EBay for available units.

Sepero · 10-17-2006, 02:17 AM

ebay "Sharp Zaurus"
(Don't get the any with a black&white screen. They are waaaay old.)

orgcandman · 10-24-2006, 04:09 PM

Boy am I dumb. I totally misread the question.

Yeah, the zaurus.

PS: I wish I could delete this post.