What Are 4th Generation Computers?
The term "4th generation computers" does not describe a product category with a fixed definition. Historians use it for computers built with integrated circuits and microprocessors in the 1970s and 1980s, and in marketing it is sometimes used for later hardware. The Thinvent range does not include 4th generation processors or 4th generation systems. The Thinvent range includes Thinvent Aero Mini PC systems built around the Intel Core Ultra 5 125U processor, which is a 14th generation Intel Core Ultra part.
Key Specifications
The sample Thinvent Aero Mini PC systems share the same core hardware:
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Processor: Intel Core Ultra 5 125U, 12 cores, up to 4.3 GHz, 12 MB cache
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Memory: 16 GB DDR5 RAM
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Storage: 128 GB SSD
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Networking: Dual LAN, no WiFi
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Power: 12V 10A adapter
Operating System Options
Each system is offered with one of several operating systems:
| Operating System | Typical Use |
|---|---|
| Windows 11 Pro | Business and desktop applications |
| Windows 11 IoT Value | Embedded and kiosk deployments |
| DOS | Legacy and industrial control software |
| Thinux Embedded Linux | Embedded and dedicated devices |
| Ubuntu Linux | Development and general Linux computing |
Keyboard and mouse sets are available as an optional add-on for most configurations.
Use Cases
The Aero Mini PC suits compact deployments where space is limited. Typical applications include digital signage, kiosks, point-of-sale terminals, machine monitoring, and office desktop use. Dual LAN ports support networks that separate control traffic from general traffic. The absence of WiFi suits sites that use wired networks only.
Thinvent Products Featuring This Technology
Thinvent has the Aero Mini PC with Intel Core Ultra 5 125U processor in the operating system and accessory configurations listed above. Choose Windows 11 Pro, Windows 11 IoT Value, DOS, Thinux Embedded Linux, or Ubuntu Linux, with or without the Thinvent keyboard and mouse set.
