The small form factor computer system has many uses. A SFF rig can make a nice gaming machine for those who frequent LAN parties. Home theater fans looking for a tiny HTPC to fit into the entertainment center often go with a SFF machine.

One of the biggest purveyors of SFF systems is Shuttle with its line of small barebones machines. Shuttle announced its latest barebone machine today called the X27D. The X27D is the first system from Shuttle to use Intel’s dual-core Atom 330 CPU.

Shuttle has long been the leader in small form factor (SFF) PCs. Shuttle is typically the option people turn to when they have minimal space and need a case that is adaptable to any environment such as a dorm room, home office, or cubicle. The X100 is sure to continue on with that heritage for those people looking for a tiny case with big case features.

The X100 case measures 2.1″ x 8.27″ x 11.76″ and weighs 6.6 pounds, ensuring that you will have room remaining on your desktop. The case can set like a traditional desktop case or it can be positioned on its side with the stand.

The X100 incorporates notebook components instead of larger desktop PC parts. Shuttle powers the X100 with Intel’s Core Duo and Core Duo processors. The Intel 945PM Express chipset provides high-bandwidth interfaces such as dual channel DDR2 …