The same theme follows with video. On-board video -- used only for initial setup -- is not all that critical for this application. So you don't need a separate video card. Knowing this will help you keep prices under control.
I selected an Intel D865GLC Desktop Board, which incorporates onboard video, SATA 150-MB hard-drive support, and integrated 10/100/1000 Ethernet. The Intel board also supports hyper threading, an 800-MHz bus, DDR400/333/266 SDRAM, USB 2.0, three PCI slots, and six-channel audio. At an MSRP of $135, the board proves to be a bargain, especially considering the feature set. Here's a close-up view of the board:
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