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: 38128090AR0062-M00050
ASUS NUC 14 Pro RNUC14RVKI300003I UCFF Black 100U
- Performance: Delivers best-in-class performance among comparable mini-PC offerings
- Manageability: Most comprehensive mini-PC with Intel vPro® Enterprise for exceptional security, manageability, and stability
- AI Ready: Harnesses the prowess of Intel® Core™ Ultra processors’ three AI engines for high throughput, low power, and fast response
- Wi-Fi Sensing: Takes advantage of Wi-Fi sensing to deliver instant availability while reducing power consumption
- Wireless Connectivity: Delivers seamless connectivity for certified Bluetooth® dongle-free experiences
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SKU: 40312390AR00M2-M00030_CLR
ASUS NUC 14 Essential RNUC14MNK2500002 Black N250
- Energy-efficient: Ideal for lightweight office productivity and embedded applications
- Triple display support: Boosting Office Workflow Efficiency
- Easy access design: Ease of upgrades, lower maintenance costs and reduced downtime
- Multiple high-speed connection options: Experience heightened productivity with a diverse array of high-speed connectivity options, ensuring accelerated and stable data transfers
- Abundant I/O: High flexibility to meet various workflow and scenarios
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SKU: 41333090AR00M2-M000F0_CLR
ASUS NUC 14 Essential RNUC14MNK1500002 Black N150
- Energy-efficient: Ideal for lightweight office productivity and embedded applications
- Triple display support: Boosting Office Workflow Efficiency
- Easy access design: Ease of upgrades, lower maintenance costs and reduced downtime
- Multiple high-speed connection options: Experience heightened productivity with a diverse array of high-speed connectivity options, ensuring accelerated and stable data transfers
- Abundant I/O: High flexibility to meet various workflow and scenarios
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SKU: 40735790AS0011-M00070
ASUS NUC 13 Rugged BNUC13BRKP200B00I Black N50
- Kits and boards offer the perfect combination of performance, connectivity, and reliability in a fanless, dust-resistant ruggedized chassis
- Can withstand 0° to 50°C external ambient operating temperatures on select kits
- Built to survive environments most PCs can't
- Versatile mounting options to put compute where it's needed
- Qualified for 24/7 sustained operation1
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SKU: 40171690AR00R2-M000C0
ASUS NUC 15 Pro RNUC15CRKC700003 Black 240H
- 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: 370097CUBI N ADL S N100 BB
MSI Cubi N ADL S Intel N100 Barebone, NUC, SFF, Mini Computer, HTPC, (NO RAM, NO Storage, NO OS), Fanless/UHD Graphics/Type C/HDMI/DisplayPort/Dual LAN/WiFi 5/BT 5.1/VESA
- Featuring Intel Alder Lake Processors
- Fanless heatsink for silent operation
- Support 4K UHD Display
- Support up to three displays that allows you to see more and do more
- Dual network solution for both internet and intranet
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SKU: 37438990AR0062-M000A0
ASUS NUC 14 Pro RNUC14RVKU500003I UCFF Black 125H
- Performance: Delivers best-in-class performance among comparable mini-PC offerings
- Manageability: Most comprehensive mini-PC with Intel vPro® Enterprise for exceptional security, manageability, and stability
- AI Ready: Harnesses the prowess of Intel® Core™ Ultra processors’ three AI engines for high throughput, low power, and fast response
- Wi-Fi Sensing: Takes advantage of Wi-Fi sensing to deliver instant availability while reducing power consumption
- Wireless Connectivity: Delivers seamless connectivity for certified Bluetooth® dongle-free experiences
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SKU: 37119190AR0072-M00050
ASUS NUC 14 Pro RNUC14RVHI300003I UCFF Black 100U
- Performance: Delivers best-in-class performance among comparable mini-PC offerings
- Manageability: Most comprehensive mini-PC with Intel vPro® Enterprise for exceptional security, manageability, and stability
- AI Ready: Harnesses the prowess of Intel® Core™ Ultra processors’ three AI engines for high throughput, low power, and fast response
- Wi-Fi Sensing: Takes advantage of Wi-Fi sensing to deliver instant availability while reducing power consumption
- Wireless Connectivity: Delivers seamless connectivity for certified Bluetooth® dongle-free experiences
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SKU: 38051290AR0072-M00170
ASUS NUC 14 Pro RNUC14RVHV500003I UCFF Black 135H
- Performance: Delivers best-in-class performance among comparable mini-PC offerings
- Manageability: Most comprehensive mini-PC with Intel vPro® Enterprise for exceptional security, manageability, and stability
- AI Ready: Harnesses the prowess of Intel® Core™ Ultra processors’ three AI engines for high throughput, low power, and fast response
- Wi-Fi Sensing: Takes advantage of Wi-Fi sensing to deliver instant availability while reducing power consumption
- Wireless Connectivity: Delivers seamless connectivity for certified Bluetooth® dongle-free experiences
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SKU: 40466190AR00P3-M00080
ASUS NUC 15 Pro+ RNUC15CRSU900003 Silver
- Asus
- 90AR00P3-M00080
- 4711387950289
- Barebone Systems
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SKU: 40652390AR00P3-M00050
ASUS NUC 15 Pro+ RNUC15CRSU900002 White 285H
- Powered by Intel® Core™ Ultra Processors (Series 2) with up to 99 TOPS and 18% faster gen-on-gen performance for seamless operations
- Advanced thermal design ensures ultra-quiet cooling with 1.2x reduced noise for a refined experience
- Intel® Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth® 5.4 deliver up to 2.4x faster speeds and reliable, seamless connectivity
- Sleek 0.7L chassis with tool-free upgrades combines elegance with effortless customization
- Supports up to four 4K displays via HDMI 2.1 and Thunderbolt™ 4, with smart power-off for energy efficiency
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SKU: 34999290BXG4E01-A10GA0W
Asrock DeskMini B760 Series 1.92L sized PC Black Intel B760 LGA 1700
- Supports 13th Gen & 12th Gen Intel Core™ Processors (LGA1700), up to 65W
- Dual DDR4-3200MHz SO-DIMMs, up to 64GB
- Multi Video Outputs:1 x DisplayPort, HDMI & D-Sub
- 1 x USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type-C port (20 Gb/s)
- 1 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-C Port (10 Gb/s) (with USB Type-C Alt Mode)
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SKU: 331252RNUC13RNGI90000
Intel NUC 13 Extreme Kit - NUC13RNGi9 Desktop Black i9-13900K Intel Z690
- For Example: Applications That Perform Bulk Encryption/Decryption
- Product Family: Intel NUC
- Product Family: 13 Extreme Kit - Nuc13rngi9
- Collection Model: Intel 13 Extreme Kit - Nuc13rngi9
- Processor Family: Intel Core I9
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SKU: 32448690MR00R2-M001R0
ASUS PN52-B-S5055MD PC/workstation barebone 0.92L sized PC Black 5600H 3.3 GHz
- Ultra-Compact Mini PC With Amd Ryzen 5000H Series Processors And Amd Radeon Graphics, Supports Quad-4K Displays And 8K Resolution, 2X PCIe Gen3 X4 M.2 Nvme SSD, 2.5 GB Lan, Wifi 6E
- Ai Noise Cancelation
- System Diagnosis
- Smart Fan Control
- Other Functions
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SKU: 376647CUBI NUC 1M I3 100U BB
MSI Cubi NUC 1M Intel Core 3 100U (14th Gen) Barebone, NUC, SFF, Mini Computer, HTPC, (NO RAM, NO Storage, NO OS), Intel Graphics/DDR5/Dual ThunderBolt 4/Dual HDMI/Dual LAN/WiFi 6E/BT 5.3/VESA
- INTEL MINI PC - The Cubi NUC 1M is a palm-sized mini PC featuring an Intel® Core 3 processor 100U CPU, NO RAM, NO Storage, NO OS or software pre-installed
- The system supports 64GB of DDR5-5200 memory (1 x SO-DIMM slots) and supports 8K UHD display - ideal for watching movies; Thunderbolt 4 and HDMI 2.1 support quadruple monitor setups
- Supports M.2 SSD storage to ensures faster loading speeds 1x M.2 2280 SSD (PCIE), 1x M.2 2242 SSD (PCIE) and 1 x 2.5" HDD/SSD
- VESA mountable design and Mounting Bracket included (75mm x 75mm or 100mm x 100mm)
- The front I/O panel features a 2x USB 10Gbps Type A and Micros-SD card reader; The rear I/O panel features 2x USB 10Gbps Type A as well. The compact 0.826L SFF case incorporates an efficient thermal design & low-noise fan with 21 dBA noise levels
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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.