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min·i·tow·er

(mĭn′ē-tou′ər)
n.
A computer cabinet that is about half the height of a cabinet that houses a tower computer.
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minitower

(ˈmɪnɪˌtaʊə)
n
(Computer Science) a small vertical cabinet storing a computer's CPU and other hardware, such as a DVD writer
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min•i•tow•er

(ˈmɪn iˌtaʊ ər)
n.
a vertical case, smaller than a tower and larger than a case for a desktop computer, designed to house a computer system standing on a floor or desk.
[1990–95]
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These minitowers include a Windows 7 operating system, configurable hard drives and an array of conveniently positioned bays and ports for easy access.
The Studio XPS 8000 lineup includes four minitowers targeted at buyers looking to run "demanding multitasking" operations to high-definition PC games, according to Dell's Web site.
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With ultraportable mobile POs, stylish desktop models and powerful business minitowers, Acer is a leading provider of Internet-enabling computer solutions to Latin America.
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Accessory pieces to accommodate minitowers are also available.
These small devices have fewer components, consume less power and use less space than traditional minitowers, which could save enterprises money.<p>For example, Guidance has placed orders for Hewlett-Packard's Compaq dc7900, a small desktop without a power supply that combines components from a laptop and desktop in one box.
Consumers can purchase from the Presario 5600 Series minitowers, and soon the 1600 Series notebooks.
Among the consumer electronics elements of forthcoming Presario desktops are: backlit Easy Access buttons to launch applications or log on to the Internet; RCA jacks that connect a camcorder, VCR, TV or stereo speakers to selected desktops; and a home theater feature with Dolby Digital SurroundSound quality audio on two-speakers and MPEG-2 video playback on minitowers.
The minitowers are 750ドル per pair; the center channel, 250ドル; and the low-frequency effects speaker, 750ドル.
The 9200 and 9600 series are all minitowers, with configurations ranging from Pentium 120s to Pentium 166s.
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