Shuttle XPC Nano: Small Size, Immense Power
Shuttle is back to prove that much can be horribly potent. They present their new XPC Nano line of mini PCs. These are not barebones systems. They are packing serious Intel silicon and decent expandability into a package just a little bit bigger than the palm of your hand.
Two Flavors of Power: Core Ultra 9 or Core Ultra 5
Shuttle is releasing these new mini PCs in two major versions. This provides an option based on performance needs. The most powerful version is the NT10H9. It comes with a pre-installed Intel Core Ultra 9 185H processor. For something less expensive but still highly capable, the NT10H5 features the Intel Core Ultra 5 125H. Both chips introduce Intel's newest tech to this tiny form factor. Built-in NPUs provide a welcome increase to AI-related workloads.
By mini, we actually mean mini. Both systems measure just 5.2 x 5.6 x 2.2 inches. Imagine the possibilities. These units can hide on a desktop. They can stick onto the back of a monitor (VESA ready, of course). They can even wedge into thin slots for incognito computing.
Incredibly Flexible Despite Their Small Footprint
Do not let the compact size fool you. Shuttle has not skimped on capabilities. Inside these compact enclosures, you will find:
- Turbo Storage: Support for a single M.2 2280 SSD at PCIe 4.0 speeds for lightning-fast data access.
- Memory Galore: Two DDR5 SO-DIMM slots that can hold up to an eye-popping 96GB of memory at 5600MHz. That is desktop-level RAM capacity in a mini PC.
- Display Perfection: You can show up to two monitors via dual HDMI 2.0 ports and two USB 4 ports that are DisplayPort 1.4 compatible.
- Connectivity Galore: Beyond video, you have two USB Type-C ports (ideal for docks and high-speed external drives), five USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports, and a legacy USB 2.0 port for old peripherals.
- Networking Capacity: There are two Ethernet ports, each at a maximum rate of 2.5 Gbit/s, for fast and secure wired networking connections.
- Optional Wi-Fi: Yes, even if it is not built-in, you can install a Wi-Fi module if wireless connectivity is desired.
Ready to Work, Business, or Just a Neat Desk
Shuttle's new XPC Nano PCs seem perfect for a range of uses. From space-constrained offices and digital signage to home labs and anyone who simply wants a clean, minimal desktop setup, these mini PCs offer a compelling blend of power and size. If you are in the market for a small but mighty computer, these new Shuttle offerings are definitely worth consideration.
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