After weeks of indepth R&D, RISCOSbits are pleased to announce the
immediate availability of two new companion products for the existing range
of RISC OS computers.

First up is the ECOS11. This is a compact, capable Windows 11 system
designed primarily to integrate seamlessly inside the RISCOSbits FAST
system, and many other RISC OS ITX systems. Created for users who want the power of Windows alongside the familiarity of RISC OS, ECOS11 delivers a near-silent, efficient, and beautifully unified dual-environment
solution—all in a single enclosure.

Permanently housed within the FAST or other ITX system, ECOS11 shares in
the FAST form factor and integrates with your RISC OS hardware. There’s no need for separate cables, cases, or clutter - just a clean, compact setup
that does it all.

Core Specifications
* Intel Alder Lake-N97 CPU – 4 cores, 4 threads, base frequency of 2.0 GHz, turbo boost up to 3.6 GHz
* 12GB LPDDR5 RAM – fast, power-efficient memory for smooth multitasking
* 256GB M.2 2242 SSD – upgradeable with solid-state NVMe storage up to 2TB
* Gigabit Ethernet, Wi-Fi 5, and Bluetooth 5.x

Built Into Your ITX Case
Unlike traditional Windows PCs, the ECOS11 is not an add-on - it’s part of the system. Designed to sit neatly inside the FAST unit (or many other ITX cases), it connects to the FAST motherboard, giving you a truly integrated Windows and RISC OS experience. It’s ideal for switching seamlessly between environments, working cross-platform, or simply having the best of both
worlds in one box.

Seamless File Sharing
ECOS11 is pre-configured for seamless file sharing with the RISC OS side of your FAST system. Whether you're moving documents, accessing shared media,
or working on cross-platform projects, files can be instantly accessed
between the two environments using standard protocols. No USB drives, no fuss—just fast, reliable internal sharing the way it should be.

Run Classic RISC OS Apps
Thanks to built-in support for RISC OS emulators, ECOS11 also lets you run older RISC OS applications and games within Windows - no extra hardware
needed. It’s perfect for reviving classic software while enjoying the performance and convenience of a modern OS.

Streamlined, Modern, Efficient
Running Windows 11 Pro, ECOS11 is ready for productivity, web browsing, development, media playback, and more. Its efficient design draws as little
as 8W and runs whisper-quiet - even under load - making it ideal for home, studio, or office environments.

ExCOS11
While ECOS11 is designed to live inside the FAST system, it can also be
used as a standalone Windows device. With its compact design, low power consumption, and quiet operation, it's ideal as a discreet desktop PC,
media station, or portable development unit - whether you're using it
inside the FAST or completely independently. And it still works with RISC OS!

ECOS11 is just £199 fully configured with 12GB RAM and a 256GB SSD.

There's more? There is! Second up is a new and exciting development on the original Linux 'ECOS' technology add-on for RISC OS - ECOfile. ECOfile is a RISC OS-friendly networked storage device ...and more!

We understand you're thinking this just sounds like a NAS, so let's be
clear. ECOfile isn’t a NAS - it’s a powerful, flexible storage and computing solution built especially for the RISC OS community. Based on our trusted ECOS5 platform and multimedia sharing technology, it offers far
more than typical NAS units, blending storage, flexibility, and full system functionality in one compact box.

With support for optional multiple SSDs, ECOfile gives you the ability to
boost your storage to enormous capacities. After initially trialing RAID
based systems for a number of weeks, we eventually concluded that greatly reducing the performance and halving the capacity of the drives made little sense - we opted for bigger, faster, better! And there are just better ways
to back up your data. So whether you're after peace of mind or massive
storage capacity, ECOfile adapts to your needs.

A standout feature of the ECOfile is its clickable configurable OLED information panel, which provides real-time system stats at a glance.
Monitor storage usage, memory load, system temperature, network status, and more—all from the front of the device. It gives you immediate access to key information without needing to dive into complex software tools. And just
in case you are using it remotely, there's a similar info screen available directly on the desktop, or from a remote command line.

As another major feature, should you wish you can also add optional cloud access, giving you remote control of your files from anywhere in the world. Whether you want to sync documents between home and office, share media
with friends, or back up data securely off-site, ECOfile’s cloud
integration makes it easy - and accessible locally or over the internet
through a simple web interface or connected apps.

Inside, the base ECOfile packs serious performance:

* 8GB RAM
* Optional Dual SSD connectors
* 1TB SSD Storage
* 2.4GHz CPU
* 1Gbps Ethernet
* Dual-band 5GHz Wireless
* 6 USB ports
* Twin 4K 60Hz HDMI ports

All of this is housed in a sleek, slimline aluminium case of just 0.4
litres in volume. Despite its tiny size, the design delivers excellent
thermal efficiency, silent operation, and aesthetics to die for - making it just as stylish on a desk as it is hidden in a server cupboard. Once you
see it, though, you won't want to hide it!

Unlike most networked storage systems, which are often limited to simple storage and a few additional features, ECOfile runs a full desktop
environment, just like the ECOS5. That means you can launch software,
manage files, or even develop RISC OS applications directly on the system.
It connects to monitors via HDMI and works with USB keyboard and mouse - or
you can operate it remotely over the network, either displaying the full
screen of the device in a window on the RISC OS desktop, or using remote command-line control from a RISC OS icon.

And for those who love retro computing, ECOfile is also loaded with, and supports a range of emulated RISC OS environments, allowing you to run
classic games and applications in a window on your modern RISC OS desktop.
You can even run full screen retro RISC OS in a window in modern RISC OS! It’s perfect for reliving the glory days - or keeping legacy tools alive - without needing separate hardware.

One of the biggest advantages? ECOfile is designed for RISC OS. That
guarantees seamless compatibility with key networking tools like OmniClient
and LanMan98.

Connectivity is robust, with high-speed Ethernet and solid Wi-Fi
performance. ECOfile offers all the ease-of-use you'd expect from modern networked storage but with the bonus of full control and flexibility.

ECOfile also comes pre-configured as a RISC OS-usable print server. Using a
web interface, you can configure and remotely print from RISC OS to any printer, local or networked, that the ECOfile can print to.

And despite all this power, ECOfile is very competitively priced. The off-the-shelf model, with 8GB RAM, 1TB of storage, and all core features,
is just £249, with scalable options (up or down!) including multiple 2TB
(or larger) SSDs available to suit your exact requirements and budget.

KEY FEATURES
* Easy access to multi-terabyte fast shared storage
* Optional cloud access
* Print Server
* Full desktop access and control
* Remote desktop access and control
* Runs several versions of RISC OS
* All features also work with Windows (MacOS not tested)
* RISC OS friendly by design!

Both ECOfile and ECOS11 / ExCOS11 systems are ready to ship immediately.

Please see www.riscosbits.co.uk/ecos.htm and www.riscosfast.co.uk/ecos.htm
for details and to buy now!

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