What "Mouse" Means on This Page
The "mouse" in these listings refers to the input bundle that ships alongside the computer: a Thinvent® keyboard and mouse set included with selected Mini PC configurations. It is an accessory option, not a separate product line, so the underlying hardware — processor, memory, storage and operating system — stays exactly the same whether or not the bundle is selected. Buyers who already own a keyboard and mouse can order the bare unit; buyers setting up a fresh desk can order the bundle and start working the moment the box is opened.
Why Bundle Input Devices with a Mini PC?
Mini PCs are compact by design, which means they are usually mounted behind a monitor, under a desk, or inside a kiosk enclosure. In those deployments the computer is often purchased as part of a complete workstation rollout, and sourcing a matched keyboard and mouse separately adds a second purchase order, a second delivery and a second point of failure in warranty tracking. Bundling the input set with the system keeps the bill of materials to a single line item, guarantees the peripherals are compatible with the ports on the machine, and simplifies spares planning for IT teams managing many identical desks.
Matching the Right Configuration to the Task
The Aero Mini PC family pairs a 4-core Intel® processor with 16 GB of DDR4 memory and a 128 GB SSD, which is comfortable for office productivity, point-of-sale terminals, digital signage players, classroom systems and thin-client style desktop virtualisation. Because the same chassis is offered across several operating system choices, the bundle is available regardless of whether the deployment runs Windows or Linux.
| Consideration | Bare Unit | With Keyboard and Mouse Set |
|---|---|---|
| Suitable for | Existing desks, kiosks, embedded installs | New workstations, full desk rollouts |
| Peripherals sourced separately | Yes | No |
| Single purchase order | Yes | Yes |
| Operating system options | Windows 11 Pro / IoT, DOS, Thinux™ Embedded Linux | Same options available |
| Best fit | Headless or panel-mounted use | Operator-facing desks |
Practical Notes Before You Order
Check the port layout of the model you are considering if you plan to add further peripherals, and confirm whether the deployment needs a specific operating system image, since the bundle is offered across the full range of OS options. For installations where the machine sits inside a sealed cabinet or behind a display, a wired keyboard and mouse set remains the most predictable choice because it needs no pairing, no batteries and no wireless driver support.
Thinvent Products Featuring This Option
Thinvent's Aero Mini PC range is available with an optional Thinvent® keyboard and mouse set across its Windows 11 Pro, Windows 11 IoT, DOS and Thinux™ Embedded Linux variants. The same input bundle can be specified alongside Thinvent's industrial computers, thin clients and all-in-one PCs, letting organisations standardise on one accessory across mixed fleets of desktops, kiosks and shop-floor terminals.
