News in the Channel - issue #21

PRODUCT REVIEW MSI CUBI NUC 1M

Small is beautiful

With demand for desktop PCs continuing to grow from customers in various sectors, the MSI Cubi NUC 1M is a timely addition to the market that should prove popular.

Desktop PCs continue to be in demand, especially from businesses where space is often at a premium. To this end, MSI has introduced the Cubi NUC 1M. MSI Cubi NUC 1M continues the design heritage of Intel NUC (Next Unit of Computing), but with product enhancements and feature planning tailored for various business scenarios. While it is small, it is robust and designed with reliability in mind, which is why it is aimed at customers in businesses in a range of sectors including education, SMBs, retail, digital signage and government organisations. It has a range of connectivity options and a compact, VESA mountable design, which means it can fit into any workspace. Specifications The Cubi NUC 1M has a compact 0.826-litre size and VESA mountable design that fit seamlessly into any environment, whether in the office or at home, giving users greater flexibility, especially when space is at a premium. Supporting 2x Thunderbolt™ 4 and 4-display output, it offers versatile connectivity. The innovative MSI Power Link feature allows it to be powered on by a selected MSI monitor. Equipped with up to an Intel® Core™ i7 processor with Intel vPro Enterprise, it ensures robust performance. In addition, it has been made with PCR plastics and utilises 92% renewable energy, which means it also fits with the sustainability goals that many businesses now have. Benefits for the commercial market The Cubi NUC 1M robust specifications make it ideal for dynamic business environments and ensures a business can operate smoothly, regardless of space limitations.

At a glance l  Operating system is Windows 11 Home or Windows 11 Pro l  Powered by Intel® Core™ 7 processors, facilitating seamless multitasking across various applications l  Equipped with dTPM and a Kensington Lock for comprehensive device safety l  Compact 0.826-litre size with VESA mount design, perfect for any workspace setup l  Dual LAN support and 24/7 reliability testing cater to the uninterrupted operational needs of retail and digital signage l  Extensive connectivity options, including 2x Thunderbolt™ 4 and support for up to 4 displays, meeting diverse external device requirements. l  Ensures powerful performance with an easy upgrade path, keeping the device up to date for handling complex tasks efficiently l  Exclusive MSI Power Link feature enables powering on the Cubi NUC via selected MSI monitors l  Includes MSI Power Meter for one-click power-saving during daily use l  Constructed with PCR plastic, utilising 92% renewable energy, and packaged in FSC-certified paper boxes, ensuring sustainability initiatives are met.

VESA mountable

External Power Switch

Benefits for vertical business Retail (kiosk)

The Cubi NUC 1M boasts extensive IO ports for versatile connectivity and 24/7 stability, ideal for uninterrupted operations in retail settings. They handle large data and multiple devices

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