It's a complete PC as well, but is just lacking an OS.
soza
16 Mar 163#10
You'd need to spend about £15 on some RAM (CT51264BF160B) and you'd need to buy a cheap SSD or a 2.5" HDD. You'll then need to download Windows and activate it yourself.
With devices such as the Cenovo Mini PC you're stuck with the 2GB of RAM and a 32GB eMMC. With the Brix you can change the OS, WiFi card, RAM and the amount of storage. So if you need more RAM or storage space then the Brix is the better choice for you, but if you can do what you need with just 32GB (less once the OS is installed) then maybe the Cenovo or Acer Revo would be a better choice for you.
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RowanDDR
17 Mar 16#27
Thanks the__cat you've been super helpful!! ^_^
the__cat to RowanDDR
17 Mar 16#28
Pleasure mate :smiley:
the__cat
17 Mar 162#26
The PSU is rated at up-to 60W, but the board will only pull what it needs, so around 7W. The PSU itself will make a negligible difference. It's just the same as a laptop supply (and the Brix) for all intents and purposes.
RowanDDR
17 Mar 16#25
Hmm OK, back to the Jetway then I guess. Jetway's power supply is 60W? BRIX uses only 6-11W...
1) You'll need to cut holes in the Brix's case to present the sockets.
2) There's a note at the bottom of the listing for the dual-ethernet controller that says it only works with the WinMate ID31 motherboard.
As well as that, you'd be mixing NIC chipsets, so again, compatibility and stability may be an issue.
There's a reason I didn't say go for USB-to-Ethernet adapters. They don't often play well with advanced protocols such as LACP. If you're going to go down that route don't expect a bullet proof system. Also, depending on OS you may have to buy adapters with a specific chipset to ensure driver support and even then they may affect system stability.
RowanDDR
16 Mar 16#21
Thanks, looked good until VAT and postage added at checkout..
Cheaper option.. this BRIX, a £25 SSD (elsewhere on HUKD), RAM, and a couple of USB-to-ethernet adaptors, £10 each from DX.
yorkie
16 Mar 16#20
Good deal heat added, I bought the J1900 version from Amazon for £92 to replace my mothers aging PC and I have been very impressed, runs Windows 10 fine and is a neat solution mounted to the back of her monitor using the supplied bracket.
Forever_Young
16 Mar 16#19
Yup, should do the job nicely
soza
16 Mar 163#10
You'd need to spend about £15 on some RAM (CT51264BF160B) and you'd need to buy a cheap SSD or a 2.5" HDD. You'll then need to download Windows and activate it yourself.
With devices such as the Cenovo Mini PC you're stuck with the 2GB of RAM and a 32GB eMMC. With the Brix you can change the OS, WiFi card, RAM and the amount of storage. So if you need more RAM or storage space then the Brix is the better choice for you, but if you can do what you need with just 32GB (less once the OS is installed) then maybe the Cenovo or Acer Revo would be a better choice for you.
GreatBallsofFire to soza
16 Mar 16#18
You can also install Linux ... I already have the J1900 version of this and I'm running it on Linux as a headless home server. Just picked up the last locally available N2807 and will be putting Linux on it too.
Assuming the user is competent with the likes of Linux, the fanless nature and extra-low power consumption makes it a perfect top end NAS solution that isn't restricted by the proprietary OS setup (usually a heavily modified Linux) on many NASes. When I installed CentOS on the J1900 Brix from a USB key it was pretty much ready to go and didn't need a whole lot of extra tweaking or drivers, yet it's 100% configurable unlike the typical commercial NAS which tends to be heavily restricted in the name of ease of use and stability.
darthvader666uk
16 Mar 16#17
THis looks perfect to run VLC Player and my TV Shows!
Zardoz
15 Mar 16#5
Intel NUC DN2820FYKH seems to be more available. Albeit £80 rather than £70.
Not sure of spec comparison but I'm presuming the Celeron 2820 in the Intel is faster than the 2807 in the Brix.
The N2807 should be better for video playback as it supports Intel Quick Sync, which the N2820 doesn't.
I've had one of these for a long time now. It's a decent little PC that can easily play videos via Kodi and it even supports Steam In-Home Streaming, although not at the best quality settings and you need to use an ethernet cable.
GreatBallsofFire to Zardoz
16 Mar 16#16
Seems that the 2807 gives about 80% of the performance for typical applications but consumes only about 60% as much power. Therefore, for a NAS/ lightweight server the N2807 would seem to be the better bet.
Joehawkins609
16 Mar 161#15
posted this in the other NUC deal, but applies here too:
Just be careful with these if click and collecting, I reserved one and it turned out to be the last in store (which most of these discounted NUCS are likely to be) the units are ex display will generally be in poor condition and have a huge circular scratch where the kensington locks have been. Not a bad price but call ahead and ask to save disappointment and a journey.
Profgunnington
16 Mar 16#14
Searches locally, closest one is 41 miles away. :confused:
pete_l
16 Mar 16#13
Yes, this is basically just a box with a motherboard and a hard-wired CPU (you can't change the processor) and an external "brick" power supply.
Once you've added some RAM, a disk / SSD and Windows you're past £150 for a small, but low-power PC. Obv. if all you want is to run a media server / kodi you wouldn't need Win10 - just Linux. But if that's all you're planning, it's a waste as any of the £100 Intel-stick type systems is plenty powerful enough for that (and they come with Windows).
RowanDDR
16 Mar 16#11
Can someone recommend a small PC that has 3 ethernet ports? :/ Looking to set up a link aggregation box...
It's a complete PC as well, but is just lacking an OS.
superivanho
16 Mar 16#8
tempt to get a mini pc but can someone explain any extra components / OS I'd need to buy along with this kit?
it looks like it doesn't include any ram and OS. I may just buy a mini pc like this from china which guaranteed 2Gb ram and 2 OS pre-installed. power comsumption is also pretty low on this i guess.
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Acer Revo M1601 Nettop - £79.98
http://www.ebuyer.com/723605-acer-revo-m1601-nettop-dt-b28ek-002
It's a complete PC as well, but is just lacking an OS.
With devices such as the Cenovo Mini PC you're stuck with the 2GB of RAM and a 32GB eMMC. With the Brix you can change the OS, WiFi card, RAM and the amount of storage. So if you need more RAM or storage space then the Brix is the better choice for you, but if you can do what you need with just 32GB (less once the OS is installed) then maybe the Cenovo or Acer Revo would be a better choice for you.
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p.s. looks like theres higher spec Jetway models on ebay for around the same prices..
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Jetway-NF9N-2930-Intel-Quad-Core-5x-LAN-Fanless-Networking-ADE4INLANG-2GB-557-/111647506655?hash=item19feb5c0df:g:97AAAOSwa39UyEo7
Although.. import duty probably will be added when it arrives in the country.
1) You'll need to cut holes in the Brix's case to present the sockets.
2) There's a note at the bottom of the listing for the dual-ethernet controller that says it only works with the WinMate ID31 motherboard.
As well as that, you'd be mixing NIC chipsets, so again, compatibility and stability may be an issue.
http://www.winmate.com.tw/IndustrialAuto/IndustrialAutoSpec.asp?Prod=05_0150
Cheaper option.. this BRIX, a £25 SSD (elsewhere on HUKD), RAM, and a couple of USB-to-ethernet adaptors, £10 each from DX.
With devices such as the Cenovo Mini PC you're stuck with the 2GB of RAM and a 32GB eMMC. With the Brix you can change the OS, WiFi card, RAM and the amount of storage. So if you need more RAM or storage space then the Brix is the better choice for you, but if you can do what you need with just 32GB (less once the OS is installed) then maybe the Cenovo or Acer Revo would be a better choice for you.
Assuming the user is competent with the likes of Linux, the fanless nature and extra-low power consumption makes it a perfect top end NAS solution that isn't restricted by the proprietary OS setup (usually a heavily modified Linux) on many NASes. When I installed CentOS on the J1900 Brix from a USB key it was pretty much ready to go and didn't need a whole lot of extra tweaking or drivers, yet it's 100% configurable unlike the typical commercial NAS which tends to be heavily restricted in the name of ease of use and stability.
Not sure of spec comparison but I'm presuming the Celeron 2820 in the Intel is faster than the 2807 in the Brix.
Intel NUC @ Maplin
I've had one of these for a long time now. It's a decent little PC that can easily play videos via Kodi and it even supports Steam In-Home Streaming, although not at the best quality settings and you need to use an ethernet cable.
Just be careful with these if click and collecting, I reserved one and it turned out to be the last in store (which most of these discounted NUCS are likely to be) the units are ex display will generally be in poor condition and have a huge circular scratch where the kensington locks have been. Not a bad price but call ahead and ask to save disappointment and a journey.
Once you've added some RAM, a disk / SSD and Windows you're past £150 for a small, but low-power PC. Obv. if all you want is to run a media server / kodi you wouldn't need Win10 - just Linux. But if that's all you're planning, it's a waste as any of the £100 Intel-stick type systems is plenty powerful enough for that (and they come with Windows).
http://www.mini-itx.com/store/?c=100#JBC375-F533
That's a quad Intel LAN mini-itx unit. You won't find a NUC or a Brix with more than 2 LAN ports.
Acer Revo M1601 Nettop - £79.98
http://www.ebuyer.com/723605-acer-revo-m1601-nettop-dt-b28ek-002
It's a complete PC as well, but is just lacking an OS.
it looks like it doesn't include any ram and OS. I may just buy a mini pc like this from china which guaranteed 2Gb ram and 2 OS pre-installed. power comsumption is also pretty low on this i guess.
http://www.hotukdeals.com/deals/cenovo-mini-pc-tv-box-64-quad-core-intel-z3735f-bluetooth-4-0-windows-8-1-android-2312971
I'm not against this deal I just want to know what advantage this barebone PC can deliver for this price.