MiniBOB - its small, and offers the Best Of Both!The MiniBOB is a compact dual-system solution that brings together a RISC OS computer and a Linux companion in a single, highly space-efficient enclosure. Just like the STACKER, MiniBOB achieves the same integrated approach using much smaller boards, resulting in a significantly reduced footprint, even though the boards are side by side. The overall size sits somewhere between a smartphone and a small tablet, albeit with greater depth to accommodate the internal components.At its core, MiniBOB provides a full RISC OS system for everyday use, paired with a secondary Linux environment that runs alongside it. The two systems operate independently but are linked over an internal network connection, allowing files, services, and workflows to be shared between them. This enables RISC OS to remain the primary desktop environment, while Linux can handle other modern applications, background services, or development tasks as required.Despite its reduced size, MiniBOB retains the same philosophy of modularity and flexibility. The internal design allows both systems to coexist cleanly within a single enclosure, with no need for external companion devices or additional desk space. The result is a compact, self-contained unit that delivers the benefits of a dual-platform setup without the bulk typically associated with multi-system configurations.MiniBOB is particularly well suited to environments where space is limited or portability is important. It offers a practical way to deploy a combined RISC OS and Linux system in a form factor that is easy to position, transport, and integrate into a variety of setups - from home workspaces to demonstrations and specialist installations.By combining two systems into a single, tightly integrated unit, MiniBOB delivers a balance of performance, flexibility, and compact design. It reflects the same principles as the STACKER approach, but in a smaller, more portable form that makes dual-system computing more accessible in constrained spaces.Technical SpecificationRISC OSLinuxProcessor Speed: 2GHz 2.4GHzMemory: 2GB4GBSSD Storage: 128GB NVMe256GB NVMeNetworking: Gbps EthernetGbps Ethernet Integrated WIFI Integrated WIFIUSB ports: 2 rear2 rearAudio/Video:HDMI audioHDMI audio1x full HDMI1x full HDMI4K 3840x2160 4K 3840x2160OS and Software:RISC OS 5.30Pi OS TrixieCase:Veneered unfinished oak slices - 150mm x 100mm x 30mmPower indicator LEDsOptions:RAM upgradeNVMe Drive for LinuxPre-build Service
MiniBOB - its small, and offers the Best Of Both!The MiniBOB is a compact dual-system solution that brings together a RISC OS computer and a Linux companion in a single, highly space-efficient enclosure. Just like the STACKER, MiniBOB achieves the same integrated approach using much smaller boards, resulting in a significantly reduced footprint, even though the boards are side by side. The overall size sits somewhere between a smartphone and a small tablet, albeit with greater depth to accommodate the internal components.At its core, MiniBOB provides a full RISC OS system for everyday use, paired with a secondary Linux environment that runs alongside it. The two systems operate independently but are linked over an internal network connection, allowing files, services, and workflows to be shared between them. This enables RISC OS to remain the primary desktop environment, while Linux can handle other modern applications, background services, or development tasks as required.Despite its reduced size, MiniBOB retains the same philosophy of modularity and flexibility. The internal design allows both systems to coexist cleanly within a single enclosure, with no need for external companion devices or additional desk space. The result is a compact, self-contained unit that delivers the benefits of a dual-platform setup without the bulk typically associated with multi-system configurations.MiniBOB is particularly well suited to environments where space is limited or portability is important. It offers a practical way to deploy a combined RISC OS and Linux system in a form factor that is easy to position, transport, and integrate into a variety of setups - from home workspaces to demonstrations and specialist installations.By combining two systems into a single, tightly integrated unit, MiniBOB delivers a balance of performance, flexibility, and compact design. It reflects the same principles as the STACKER approach, but in a smaller, more portable form that makes dual-system computing more accessible in constrained spaces.Technical SpecificationRISC OSLinuxProcessor Speed: 2GHz 2.4GHzMemory: 2GB4GBSSD Storage: 128GB NVMe256GB NVMeNetworking: Gbps EthernetGbps Ethernet Integrated WIFI Integrated WIFIUSB ports: 2 rear2 rearAudio/Video:HDMI audioHDMI audio1x full HDMI1x full HDMI4K 3840x2160 4K 3840x2160OS and Software:RISC OS 5.30Pi OS TrixieCase:Veneered unfinished oak slices - 150mm x 100mm x 30mmPower indicator LEDsOptions:RAM upgradeNVMe Drive for LinuxPre-build Service