What is a digital signage mini PC?
A digital signage mini PC is a compact, small-form-factor computer that drives a display screen. It plays content such as menus, promotions, wayfinding maps and video loops on a monitor or TV. Because it is small, it can be mounted behind a screen, on a VESA bracket or inside a kiosk, where space is limited. Thinvent's Aero Mini PC is built for this role. It runs fanless-style quiet operation in compact enclosures and suits continuous, unattended use.
Key specifications
The Thinvent Aero Mini PC uses an Intel® processor N5095A from the 11th generation Celeron series. The processor has 4 cores, a maximum frequency of 2.9 GHz and a 4 MB cache. The system includes 16 GB of DDR4 RAM and a 128 GB SSD for storage. It is powered by a 12V 5A adapter. Wi-Fi is not included.
Operating system options
Each Aero Mini PC configuration ships with one of the following:
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Windows 11 IoT
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Windows 11 Professional
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DOS
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Thinux™ Embedded Linux
Some configurations include a Thinvent® keyboard and mouse set.
Use cases
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Digital menu boards in restaurants and cafés
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Retail promotional displays and price signage
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Lobby and reception information screens
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Wayfinding and directory displays in offices, hospitals and campuses
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Transport and station timetable screens
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Interactive kiosks
Comparison of configurations
| Configuration | Operating system | Keyboard and mouse |
|---|---|---|
| Aero Mini PC | Windows 11 IoT | No |
| Aero Mini PC with set | Windows 11 IoT | Yes |
| Aero Mini PC | Windows 11 Professional | No |
| Aero Mini PC with set | Windows 11 Professional | Yes |
| Aero Mini PC | Windows 11 Pro | No |
| Aero Mini PC with set | Windows 11 Pro | Yes |
| Aero Mini PC | DOS | No |
| Aero Mini PC with set | DOS | Yes |
| Aero Mini PC | Thinux™ Embedded Linux | No |
| Aero Mini PC with set | Thinux™ Embedded Linux | Yes |
Thinvent digital signage PCs
Thinvent has the Aero Mini PC for digital signage in the configurations above. Choose Windows 11 IoT for locked-down signage software, Windows 11 Professional for business management tools, or Thinux™ Embedded Linux for a lightweight Linux platform. Add the keyboard and mouse set for initial setup and maintenance.