Lotus Astra Desktop Computer

Small but ultra powerful. Astra is a finely crafted, all-aluminum computer with blazing fast performance for home, HD media, and gaming.
	Fast, new Intel "Ivy Bridge" processors With the latest Intel Core i3, i5, and i7 dual and quad core processors, Astra has plenty of power for everything you do, whether it's web browsing, watching Blu-ray movies in HD, or running the latest 3D games. Astra is a powerful computer everyone in the family can enjoy.
	Powerful, high quality NVIDIA graphics in a small form factor Astra features optional NVIDIA graphics that power through the latest, high-end DirectX 11 3D games and HD media in 1080p HD resolution. But it's not just about speed. Astra's premium graphics also look great, with advanced rendering, smooth lines, and high quality textures.
	Excellent energy efficiency Thanks to the newest Intel "Ivy Bridge" processors and an impressive set of energy-saving features, Astra has the performance of bigger desktops, but in a smaller form factor that uses less energy, makes less noise, and creates less heat.
	Easy to upgrade for better long-term value Unlike computers from the biggest brands that use proprietary platforms that make upgrades next to impossible, the Lotus Astra is designed to be upgraded. It has room for an extra graphics card, power supply upgrades, new processors, more memory, and more hard drive capacity. Astra can be enjoyed now and well into the future.
	Assembled in the USA The Lotus Astra is not mass-produced in a factory, but built individually by skilled professionals right here in the USA. We thoroughly test and inspect each computer before it ships to ensure you have a great experience right from the start. Our dedication to assembling our computers in the US means more American jobs and more money that circulates domestically, helping our economy and supporting small business.
	3-year warranty and lifetime USA support Rest assured knowing your computer is not only built to last, but it comes with a warranty that ensures it. If your computer shows any factory defects or has a hardware failure within 3 years, just send it back to us for repair. Plus, even after your warranty expires, you'll still get support for as long as you own your Lotus computer.

At a Glance
Form Factor	All-Aluminum Mini Desktop Chassis (Mini ITX)
Processor	Intel Core i3-3220 - Dual Core - 4 Threads - 3.3 GHz - 3 MB Cache - 55 Watts - Supports Virtualization Intel Core i5-3550 - Quad Core - 4 Threads - 3.3 GHz - Up to 3.7 GHz Turbo Boost - 6 MB Cache - 77 Watts - Supports Virtualization Intel Core i7-3770 - Quad Core - 8 Threads - 3.4 GHz - Up to 3.9 GHz Turbo Boost - 8 MB Cache - 77 Watts - Supports Virtualization
Chipset	Intel Z77
Graphics	Intel HD Graphics 2500 - Intel Core i3 and Core i5 - Base Frequency: 650MHz (1.15GHz Max) Intel HD Graphics 4000 - Intel Core i7 - Base Frequency: 650MHz (1.15GHz Max) NVIDIA GeForce GT 640 - 2x DVI, 1x mini HDMI - DDR3 - 2 GB RAM - DirectX 11 NVIDIA GeForce GTX 650 - 1x DVI, 1x HDMI, 1x VGA - GDDR5 - 2 GB RAM - DirectX 11
Memory	- Up to 16GB DDR3 - 1066, 1333, 1600 MHz - Dual Channel
Hard Drive	- Serial ATA - 7200 RPM - SATA 6 Gbps Support - Up to (2) hard drives supported - SSD supported with 3.5" mounting bracket
Optical Drive	Up to (1) DVD±RW DL or Blu-ray BD-RE
Operating System	- Microsoft Windows 8 / Windows 7
Chassis Dimensions	12.8" x 7.9" x 10.2"
Power Supply	430 Watts (standard) Compatible with standard ATX power supply
Connectivity
I/O Ports	Rear - 1x PS/2 Combo - 2x USB 3.0 - 4x USB 2.0 - 5-port Analog Audio - 1x S/PDIF Optical Audio - 2x Gigabit Ethernet (RJ45) Integrated Graphics - 2x HDMI - 1x DVI Front - 2x USB 3.0 - 1x Headphone Port - 1x Microphone Port
Networking	- 2x Gigabit Ethernet Built-in - 802.11n Wi-Fi Built-in (Intel Centrino Wireless)
Bluetooth	Integrated Bluetooth 4.0
Upgradable Components
Processor	Intel LGA 1155 (for 3rd Generation Intel Core Processors, a.k.a. "Ivy Bridge")
Memory	Up to 16 GB DDR3, 1600 MHz (2x DIMM 240-pin, non-ECC unbuffered)
Hard Drive / SSD	- Up to (2) 3.5" SATA 6 Gb/s, Hard Drive - SSD Supported with desktop (3.5") mounting bracket
PCI / PCI Express	1x PCI Express 3.0 x16 Supports full-height expansion cards in PCIe slot Upgraded graphics cards require a power supply upgrade

Build Your Astra

Astra is the perfect desktop for homes with high-performance graphics and balanced performance needs. Extraordinarily upgradable, Astra can start as a midrange desktop, and be upgraded with faster processors, graphics, memory, storage, and more over time. This is the perfect desktop for any home, yet it delivers amazing gaming, HD and 3D performance, quality, efficiency and reliability for years.

Standard Configuration Processor 3.3 GHz Intel Core i3 Processor, Dual Core Memory 4 GB DDR3, 1333 MHz Graphics Intel HD Graphics 2500 Storage 500 GB SATA HDD Optical Drive DVD Burner (DVD±RW) Operating System Genuine Microsoft Windows 8

3-year Hardware Warranty Lifetime Tech Support
Well equipped from $849*
*Price does not include tax for Florida residents. Shipping not included. Not available outside the continental USA.

Fast, new Intel "Ivy Bridge" processors

Powerful, high quality NVIDIA graphics in a small form factor

Excellent energy efficiency

Easy to upgrade for better long-term value

Assembled in the USA

3-year warranty and lifetime USA support