What Is a Mini PC?
A mini PC is a compact computer. It fits in the palm of a hand or behind a monitor. Mini PCs run desktop operating systems and connect to standard displays, keyboards, mice and networks. They use less space and less power than a tower PC. Businesses use them for kiosks, digital signage, point-of-sale terminals, office desktops and light industrial control.
Key Specifications
The Thinvent Aero Mini PC uses the Intel N5095A processor. This is an 11th generation Intel Celeron processor. It has 4 cores, a maximum frequency of 2.9 GHz and 4 MB of cache. Each unit includes 16 GB of DDR4 RAM and a 128 GB SSD for storage. A 12V 5A adapter powers the unit. The Aero Mini PC has no built-in WiFi.
Operating System Options
Buyers choose the operating system that fits their deployment. The Aero Mini PC is available with:
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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
Windows 11 suits office and business use. DOS and Thinux suit dedicated control and embedded applications.
Configuration Comparison
| Configuration | Operating System | Keyboard and Mouse Set |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 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 |
Every configuration uses the same N5095A processor, 16 GB RAM and 128 GB SSD.
Use Cases
Mini PCs with the N5095A suit office work, data entry, web and cloud applications, and light multitasking. They also suit kiosks, signage players and machine interfaces, where a small footprint and steady operation matter. The Aero Mini PC keeps running in confined spaces where a full-size PC would not fit.
Thinvent Mini PCs
Thinvent has the Aero Mini PC in eight configurations. Choose between Windows 11 IoT, Windows 11 Professional, DOS and Thinux Embedded Linux, with or without a Thinvent keyboard and mouse set. All models share the Intel N5095A processor, 16 GB DDR4 RAM and 128 GB SSD. Thinvent supplies these mini PCs to customers worldwide.
