Barebone PCs: Customisable Computing Solutions
Barebone PCs offer a flexible and cost-effective approach to personal computing, allowing users to tailor systems to their specific needs. These partially assembled computers provide the essential components, enabling enthusiasts and professionals to build customised machines without starting from scratch.
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SKU: 4154834711377371117
MSI Cubi Z AI 8M AMD Ryzen 5 8645HS (Ryzen 8040 Series) Barebone, NUC, USFF, Mini Computer, HTPC (NO RAM, NO Storage, NO OS), AMD Radeon Graphics/DDR5/Dual ThunderBolt 4/Dual HDMI/Dual LAN/WiFi 6E/BT 5.3/VESA - Z AI 8M R5 8645HS BB
- Compact Design with Powerful AI -The Cubi Z AI Series Mini PC comes in a palm-sized 136.00 x 132.00 x 50.10 mm case (0.9L/0.79Kg) with far less performance trade-off compared to laptops. Equipped with a built-in AI Boost NPU, the Cubi Z AI Series provides
- Capable - RAM capacity: The Cubi Z AI Series can support DDR5 5600MHz memory (2 x SO-DIMM, up to 64GB).Storage options:1 x M.2 2280 SSD (PCIE, factory pre-installed)
- Quadruple Display Support -The rear I/O panels feature two USB4 ports and two HDMI 2.1 outputs, supporting quadruple monitor setups for enhanced workflow efficiency or previewing e-commerce content
- Dual 2.5G LAN - Network connectivity includes AMD wireless, Bluetooth, and dual 2.5G Ethernet LAN. dTPM 2.0 (discrete Trusted Platform Module) hardware technology provides security for storing sensitive data & passwords. Kensington Lock slot included
- VESA Mountable Design - The chassis is VESA-mountable (standard 100x100 & 75x75), which can transform a standard compact desktop layout into an ultra-minimalist, distraction-free environment. External power switch (optional) enhances the convenience of tu
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SKU: 4154854711377371070
MSI Cubi Z AI 8M AMD Ryzen 9 8945HS (Ryzen 8040 Series), Barebone, SFF, Mini Computer, HTPC, (NO RAM, NO Storage, NO OS), AMD Radeon Graphics/DDR5/Dual HDMI/Dual LAN/WiFi 6E/BT 5.3/VESA - Z AI 8M R9 8945HS BB
- Compact Design with Powerful AI -The Cubi Z AI Series Mini PC comes in a palm-sized 136.00 x 132.00 x 50.10 mm case (0.9L/0.79Kg) with far less performance trade-off compared to laptops. Equipped with a built-in AI Boost NPU, the Cubi Z AI Series provides
- Capable - RAM capacity: The Cubi Z AI Series can support DDR5 5600MHz memory (2 x SO-DIMM, up to 64GB).Storage options:1 x M.2 2280 SSD (PCIE, factory pre-installed)
- Quadruple Display Support -The rear I/O panels feature two USB4 ports and two HDMI 2.1 outputs, supporting quadruple monitor setups for enhanced workflow efficiency or previewing e-commerce content
- Dual 2.5G LAN - Network connectivity includes AMD wireless, Bluetooth, and dual 2.5G Ethernet LAN. dTPM 2.0 (discrete Trusted Platform Module) hardware technology provides security for storing sensitive data & passwords. Kensington Lock slot included
- VESA Mountable Design - The chassis is VESA-mountable (standard 100x100 & 75x75), which can transform a standard compact desktop layout into an ultra-minimalist, distraction-free environment. External power switch (optional) enhances the convenience of tu
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SKU: 420377DH610
Shuttle Slim PC DH610 , S1700, 1x HDMI, 2x DP , 1x 2.5", 2x M.2, 2x LAN (Intel 1G + 2.5G), 2x COM, 24/7 permanent operation, incl. VESA
- 12Th Gen Hybrid Power Makes Multitask EasyShuttle Xpc Slim Series Dh610 Supports Intel 12Th Gen LGa1700 Processors. With Intel New Performance Hybrid Architecture And UHD Graphics 700 Series Integrated, The Model Computes Performance Along With The Potent
- Intel 12Th Gen ProcessorBased On The H610 Chipset, Dh610 Is Designed For 12Th Gen Intel Processors In The LGa1700 Socket And Supports Up To 64Gb (32Gbx2) Of DDR4-3200 Memory, Which Delivers A Performance Improvement Uplift Of Up To 28%, Providing Powerful
- Triple-Display ProductivityWith One HDMI 2.0B And Two Displayport Outputs Built-In, Dh610 Supports Three Independent Displays, Providing Productivity Benefits And Dynamic Visualization For Multitasking And Digital Signage Applications
- Strong Expansion Capacity With M.2With A Native M.2 2280/2260/2242 Type M Slot And An M.2 2230 Type E Slot, Dh610 Offers Considerably Faster Storage Performance And Expansion Capacity For M.2 SSD And Wi-Fi Modules.M.2 2280 Key M Supports Sata 3.0 And PCIe
- Rich Connectivity And High-Speed Intel 2.5Gbe LanDh610 Provides Four USB3.2 Gen1 (Including One Type-C), Four USB2.0, And Two Rs232 For Flexible Connectivity Options. In Addition, Intel 2.5 GBe And Intel 1Gbe Lan Are Equipped To Support Wake On Lan And Te
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SKU: 42271690AR00R2-M000H0
ASUS NUC 15 Pro Black 210H
- Powered by Intel® Core™ Ultra processors (Series 2), delivering up to 99 Platform TOPS and an 18% boost in performance gen-on-gen
- Supports up to 96GB dual-channel DDR5-6400 memory for seamless multitasking and high-speed workloads
- Features Intel® Arc™ Graphics for AI acceleration and stunning visual performance, with Intel® vPro® for enterprise-grade security and management for selected SKUs
- Includes PCIe Gen5 NVMe SSD and Gen4 expansion slots for ultra-fast storage and flexibility
- Connects up to four 4K displays via dual HDMI 2.1 and Thunderbolt™ 4 with DisplayPort 2.1 and USB4 compatibility
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SKU: 42271790AR00R2-M000F0
ASUS NUC 15 Pro Black 100U
- Powered by Intel® Core™ Ultra processors (Series 2), delivering up to 99 Platform TOPS and an 18% boost in performance gen-on-gen
- Supports up to 96GB dual-channel DDR5-6400 memory for seamless multitasking and high-speed workloads
- Features Intel® Arc™ Graphics for AI acceleration and stunning visual performance, with Intel® vPro® for enterprise-grade security and management for selected SKUs
- Includes PCIe Gen5 NVMe SSD and Gen4 expansion slots for ultra-fast storage and flexibility
- Connects up to four 4K displays via dual HDMI 2.1 and Thunderbolt™ 4 with DisplayPort 2.1 and USB4 compatibility
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SKU: 45345690BXG3R01A10GAW
Asrock DeskMini H470 1.92L sized PC Black Intel H470 LGA 1200 (Socket H5)
- Supports Intel® 10th Gen LGA1200 processors, up to 65W
- Dual DDR4-2933MHz SO-DIMMs, up to 64GB
- Multi Video Outputs: 2 x DisplayPort, HDMI & D-Sub
- 1 x Alternate Mode USB Type-C
- 1 x USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-C port
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SKU: 45345890BXG5501-A10GA
Asrock DeskMini B860 Mini-Tower Black Intel B860 LGA 1851 (Socket V1)
- 1.92L Mini PC
- Quad Video Outputs
- Quad Storage Devices
- Abundant USB Ports
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SKU: 45750290AR00Q2-M000C0
ASUS NUC 15 Pro RNUC15CRHI300000 Black 100U
- Powered by Intel® Core™ Ultra processors (Series 2), delivering up to 99 Platform TOPS and an 18% boost in performance gen-on-gen.
- Supports up to 96GB dual-channel DDR5-6400 memory for seamless multitasking and high-speed workloads.
- Features Intel® Arc™ Graphics for AI acceleration and stunning visual performance, with Intel® vPro® for enterprise-grade security and management.
- Includes PCIe Gen5 NVMe SSD and Gen4 expansion slots for ultra-fast storage and flexibility.
- Connects up to four 4K displays via dual HDMI 2.1 and Thunderbolt™ 4 with DisplayPort 2.1 and USB4 compatibility.
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SKU: 45769890AR00Q2-M000D0
ASUS NUC 15 Pro RNUC15CRHC500000 Black 210H
- Powered by Intel® Core™ processors (Series 2), delivering up to 99 Platform TOPS and an 18% boost in performance gen-on-gen.
- Supports up to 96GB dual-channel DDR5-6400 memory for seamless multitasking and high-speed workloads.
- Features Intel® Arc™ Graphics for AI acceleration and stunning visual performance, with Intel® vPro® for enterprise-grade security and management.
- Includes PCIe Gen5 NVMe SSD and Gen4 expansion slots for ultra-fast storage and flexibility.
- Connects up to four 4K displays via dual HDMI 2.1 and Thunderbolt™ 4 with DisplayPort 2.1 and USB4 compatibility.
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SKU: 45898490AR00R2-M00080
ASUS NUC 15 Pro RNUC15CRKU500002 Black 225H
- Powered by Intel® Core™ Ultra processors (Series 2), delivering up to 99 Platform TOPS and an 18% boost in performance gen-on-gen
- Supports up to 96GB dual-channel DDR5-6400 memory for seamless multitasking and high-speed workloads
- Features Intel® Arc™ Graphics for AI acceleration and stunning visual performance, with Intel® vPro® for enterprise-grade security and management
- Includes PCIe Gen5 NVMe SSD and Gen4 expansion slots for ultra-fast storage and flexibility
- Connects up to four 4K displays via dual HDMI 2.1 and Thunderbolt™ 4 with DisplayPort 2.1 and USB4 compatibility
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SKU: 463066CUBI NUC TWG S N150 BB
MSI Cubi NUC TWG S N150 BB (Intel N150, NO RAM, NO SSD, NO OS) - Barebone, NUC, USFF, Mini Computer, Fanless/Intel Graphics/DDR5/Type-C/Dual HDMI/Dual LAN/WiFi 6E/BT 5.3/VESA
- No OS
- Intel N N150 (6MB Cache) (4800MHz) DDR5-SDRAM
- INTEL MINI PC - The Cubi NUC TWG is a palm-sized mini PC featuring an Intel Intel® CoreTM processor N150 CPU, 1 x DDR5 SO-DIMM slot, 1 x M.2 2280 SSD slot in a compact case
- DDR5 RAM - The system has 1 x DDR5 SO-DIMM slot supporting up to 16GB and supports 4K display - ideal for watching movies; Type C and Dual HDMI 2.1 support triple monitor setups
- The M.2 SSD slot ensures faster loading speeds (supports 1x M.2 2280 SSD (PCIE, factory pre-installed); A 75 x 75 & 100 x 100mm VESA mountable design
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SKU: 46485890AR00Q2-M000H0
ASUS NUC 15 Pro NUC15CRH-B Black 225H
- Powered by Intel Core Ultra processors (Series 2), delivering up to 99 Platform TOPS and an 18% boost in performance gen-on-gen
- Supports up to 96GB dual-channel DDR5-6400 memory for seamless multitasking and high-speed workloads
- Features Intel Arc Graphics for AI acceleration and stunning visual performance, with Intel vPro for enterprise-grade security and management
- Includes PCIe Gen5 NVMe SSD and Gen4 expansion slots for ultra-fast storage and flexibility
- Connects up to four 4K displays via dual HDMI 2.1 and Thunderbolt 4 with DisplayPort 2.1 and USB4 compatibility
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SKU: 46595390AR00W2-M000A0
ASUS NUC 16 Pro RNUC16GDKU560000 Black 325
- Powered by up to Intel Core Ultra X9 CPU, Arc B390 GPU, and NPU 5, it enables AI-accelerated hybrid computing, delivering up to 180 TOPS for real-time Edge AI
- Up to 96 GB LPDDR5x 9600 MT/s with 20% faster speed and 50% lower power, plus dual-fan cooling for sustained peak performance
- Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 6.0, and dual 2.5G LAN provide low-latency, redundant, and secure connectivity for enterprise and Edge AI
- Built-in firmware TPM 2.0 provides enterprise-grade data protection and compliance, enabling IT professionals to securely manage devices and scale services with ease
- Compact 5×4 chassis with Tool-less 2.0 design supports dual M.2 Gen5/Gen4 SSDs, maximizing airflow, flexibility, and performance
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SKU: 46742090AR00Q2-M00030
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ASUS NUC 15 Pro RNUC15CRHC500002 Black 210H
- Powered by Intel® Core™ Ultra processors (Series 2), delivering up to 99 Platform TOPS and an 18% boost in performance gen-on-gen
- Supports up to 96GB dual-channel DDR5-6400 memory for seamless multitasking and high-speed workloads
- Features Intel® Arc™ Graphics for AI acceleration and stunning visual performance, with Intel® vPro® for enterprise-grade security and management
- Includes PCIe Gen5 NVMe SSD and Gen4 expansion slots for ultra-fast storage and flexibility
- Connects up to four 4K displays via dual HDMI 2.1 and Thunderbolt™ 4 with DisplayPort 2.1 and USB4 compatibility
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SKU: 48567690AR00Q2-M000A0
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ASUS NUC 15 Pro RNUC15CRHU700002 Black 255H
- Powered by Intel® Core™ Ultra processors (Series 2), delivering up to 99 Platform TOPS and an 18% boost in performance gen-on-gen
- Supports up to 96GB dual-channel DDR5-6400 memory for seamless multitasking and high-speed workloads
- Features Intel® Arc™ Graphics for AI acceleration and stunning visual performance, with Intel® vPro® for enterprise-grade security and management
- Includes PCIe Gen5 NVMe SSD and Gen4 expansion slots for ultra-fast storage and flexibility
- Connects up to four 4K displays via dual HDMI 2.1 and Thunderbolt™ 4 with DisplayPort 2.1 and USB4 compatibility
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Understanding Barebone PCs
A barebone PC typically includes a case, power supply, and motherboard. This foundational setup allows users to select and install additional components such as the processor, memory, storage, and graphics card, creating a system that aligns with their performance requirements and budget.
Advantages of Barebone Systems
Opting for a barebone PC offers several benefits:
- Customisation: Tailor the system's specifications to meet specific performance needs, whether for gaming, professional applications, or general use.
- Cost-Effectiveness: By selecting individual components, users can manage expenses more effectively, potentially achieving better performance for the price compared to pre-built systems.
- Upgrade Flexibility: Barebone systems often provide greater flexibility for future upgrades, allowing users to replace or enhance components as technology advances.
Key Considerations When Building a Barebone PC
When assembling a barebone PC, consider the following factors:
- Compatibility: Ensure that all chosen components are compatible with the motherboard and power supply included in the barebone kit.
- Performance Requirements: Select components that meet the intended use of the system, such as high-performance CPUs and GPUs for gaming or professional workloads.
- Future-Proofing: Consider the potential for future upgrades, choosing components that allow for scalability and longevity.
Popular Barebone PC Kits
Several manufacturers offer barebone PC kits catering to various needs:
- ASRock M8: A compact Mini-ITX barebone system designed in collaboration with BMW Designworks, known for its sleek design and robust performance capabilities.
- Intel NUC: Intel's Next Unit of Computing offers small form factor barebone kits suitable for home entertainment, gaming, and professional use.
- Shuttle XPC: Shuttle provides a range of barebone systems, including cube-style cases that support various configurations and performance levels.
Building Your Barebone PC
Assembling a barebone PC involves the following steps:
- Component Selection: Choose compatible components, including the CPU, RAM, storage devices, and any additional peripherals.
- Assembly: Install the selected components into the barebone system, following manufacturer guidelines to ensure proper installation and avoid damage.
- Software Installation: After assembly, install the operating system and necessary drivers to ensure all components function correctly.
Conclusion
Barebone PCs provide a versatile and economical solution for those seeking a customised computing experience. By allowing users to select and install components tailored to their specific needs, barebone systems offer a personalised approach to computing that can adapt to evolving requirements and technological advancements.