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Description

ASUS RNUC14MNK970000U Essential Mini PC

Overview

The ASUS RNUC14MNK970000U is a compact barebone mini PC designed for versatile deployment scenarios. It provides a foundational platform for custom builds, ideal for edge computing, digital signage, or as a small footprint workstation. This unit requires user-supplied RAM and storage, offering flexibility for specific application needs. Its dense form factor and integrated connectivity make it suitable for environments where space is constrained but processing power is needed.

Compatibility

This barebone kit is compatible with DDR5-4800 SO-DIMM memory modules, supporting up to 16GB across a single slot. It accommodates one M.2 2280 SSD for storage. The system is designed to run Windows 11 or Linux distributions. For surveillance applications, it serves as a capable client or edge processing unit when paired with appropriate VMS software and network cameras.

Installation Notes

The dimensions are 22.95 x 12.09 x 9.92 inches (L x W x H). The unit weighs 17.49 lbs. It features a built-in Intel N97 processor with 4 cores and a 3.6 GHz boost frequency, 6 MB cache. Installation requires adding a single SO-DIMM DDR5 module and a single M.2 2280 SSD. It supports triple display output, 2.5Gb Ethernet, Wi-Fi 6E, and Bluetooth 5.3.

Specifications
Weight: 17.49 lb
Dimensions: 22.95 x 12.09 x 9.92 in (L x W x H)
Unspsc Code: 43211508
Processor manufacturer: Intel
Processor model: N97
Processor cores: 4
Processor boost frequency: 3.6 GHz
Built-in processor: Yes
Processor cache: 6 MB
Internal memory installed: No
Memory slots type: SO-DIMM
Number of memory slots: 1
Maximum internal memory: 16 GB
Supported memory clock speeds: 4800 MHz
Supported memory types: DDR5-SDRAM
Storage drives installed: No
Supported storage drive types: SSD
Storage drive sizes supported: M.2
SSD form factor: M.2
Storage drive interface: M.2
Number of storage drives supported: 1
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ASUS RNUC14MNK970000U NUC 14 Essential Barebone Kit with Intel Processor N97 Single DDR5-4800 RAM

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