The plethora of ports found on the Shuttle XPC System begin right on the front panel:

1394 IEEE Ports
The 1394 [firewire] ports are perfect for the new audio devices that will connect to the computer this way. We have tested many audio interfaces and found the performance of these ports incredible. They offer plug and play connectivity and hassle-free operation. You can also connect hard disk and optical storage devices, like DVD burners, for flexible expansion options.

USB 2.0 Ports
Capable of a blistering transfer rate of 480MBPS, these ports allow for the connection of high performance storage devices and high definition audio devices. We have tested audio hard drives connected to these USB 2.0 ports and we can report that they are fast enough for large audio production with scores of audio tracks. The next major wave of USB 2.0 products will be high-definition [24/96/192] audio interfaces that connect to the computer solely through USB 2.0. We can't say enough about the tremendous power available to the audio professionals via USB 2.0.

Headphone Output
You can monitor audio material from hard drive or CD/DVD by simply plugging into the front of the Shuttle XPC System. Once again out of the box we make it easy to work with audio, regardless of your situation.

Microphone Input
You can record audio straight away using the CD quality analog microphone input. OK, we'll admit that the latency is not as lightning fast as a professional audio card, but you don't have to buy a piece of hardware to record an audio signal.

Biometric Fingerprint Reader*
Fingerprint biometrics is a convenient and secure way to protect your information.With an added a layer of security protection through the integrated biometric fingerprint reader, you can keep your digital identity and data more secure and no longer worry about having to memorize for memorizing multiple passwords.

*On selected XPC models only

USB Speed-Link Technology*
File sharing among 2 PCs has never been easier with the innovative USB Speed-Link technology, simply connects both systems through a USB cable without having the hassle of driver installation or worry about insufficient space of a DVD disc.

*On selected XPC models only