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This will probably be a first, but I am in the beginning stages of working on a prototype tablet PC that I would like to build within the next two years. It is a treacherous endeavor but I feel I can succeed.
Currently, it will be a completely silent/passive system running a mini-itx Atom 330 and ION graphics, as well as having 802.11-N Wi-Fi, 4GB of RAM and an Intel SSD. I am thinking of using a 10.4 TFT LCD touchscreen and also integrate a webcam and possibly even USB 3.0 via PCI-E.
As far as my calculations go, this can fit into a custom enclosure about 10in wide, 8in tall, and 2.5in deep.
>>>>However, there is one problem. The motherboard has a DC input which is great because a PSU is not needed. But, I have no idea how to integrate a nice battery into this. By integrating, I mean, how can I possibly charge the battery and also allow power to run through to the board.
>>>>Is there anything on the market which would let me do this? Is there any modification that I can do that will allow for it to run on battery. How would essentially setup the tablet so it would function like it was a laptop in regards to power? I plan to use a 12-cell Lithium Ion battery for extended battery life.
Any help is greatly appreciated.
Currently, it will be a completely silent/passive system running a mini-itx Atom 330 and ION graphics, as well as having 802.11-N Wi-Fi, 4GB of RAM and an Intel SSD. I am thinking of using a 10.4 TFT LCD touchscreen and also integrate a webcam and possibly even USB 3.0 via PCI-E.
As far as my calculations go, this can fit into a custom enclosure about 10in wide, 8in tall, and 2.5in deep.
>>>>However, there is one problem. The motherboard has a DC input which is great because a PSU is not needed. But, I have no idea how to integrate a nice battery into this. By integrating, I mean, how can I possibly charge the battery and also allow power to run through to the board.
>>>>Is there anything on the market which would let me do this? Is there any modification that I can do that will allow for it to run on battery. How would essentially setup the tablet so it would function like it was a laptop in regards to power? I plan to use a 12-cell Lithium Ion battery for extended battery life.
Any help is greatly appreciated.