With demand for desktop PCs continuing to grow from customers in various sectors, the MSI Cubi NUC 1M is a timely addition to the market that should prove popular.
Desktop PCs continue to be in demand, especially from businesses where space is often at a premium. To this end, MSI has introduced the Cubi NUC 1M.
MSI Cubi NUC 1M continues the design heritage of Intel NUC (Next Unit of Computing), but with product enhancements and feature planning tailored for various business scenarios.
While it is small, it is robust and designed with reliability in mind, which is why it is aimed at customers in businesses in a range of sectors including education, SMBs, retail, digital signage and government organisations. It has a range of connectivity options and a compact, VESA mountable design, which means it can fit into any workspace.
Specifications
The Cubi NUC has a compact 0.826-litre size and VESA mountable design that fit seamlessly into any environment, whether in the office or at home, giving users greater flexibility, especially when space is at a premium.
Supporting 2x Thunderbolt™ 4 and 4-display output, it offers versatile connectivity. The innovative MSI Power Link feature allows it to be powered on by a selected MSI monitor. Equipped with up to an Intel® Core™ i7 processor with Intel vPro Enterprise, it ensures robust performance.
In addition, it has been made with PCR plastics and utilises 92% renewable energy, which means it also fits with the sustainability goals that many businesses now have.
Benefits for the commercial market
The Cubi NUC robust specifications make it ideal for dynamic business environments and ensures a business can operate smoothly, regardless of space limitations.
Benefits for vertical business
Retail (kiosk):
The Cubi NUC boasts extensive IO ports for versatile connectivity and 24/7 stability, ideal for uninterrupted operations in retail settings. They handle large data and multiple devices efficiently, ensuring smooth business processes and making them a perfect choice for retailers.
Digital signage
With its compact size, rigorous long-term stability testing and extensive connectivity it is an ideal choice for digital signage. Its small form factor fits any space, and the strict testing ensures stable long-term operation. Additionally, versatile connectivity options meet various peripheral needs, making it excel in digital signage applications.
Education
The Cubi NUC M1 features powerful processors and advanced graphics for complex tasks. Their upgradeable design allows schools to expand hardware easily, extending equipment lifespan. Stable performance ensures a smooth learning environment, making them ideal for computer classrooms.
SMB & finance
The Cubi NUC M1 with vPro technology ensure excellent collaboration and security. Their compact size and VESA mount design are ideal for SMBs and financial sectors. Powerful performance and easy integration into various workspaces offer flexible installation options, providing a secure and efficient working environment.
Government
Features dual hardware and software security, eliminating concerns. With an eco-friendly design and various energy-saving features, they ensure sustainability, ideal for government where this is a particular priority. It is also secure, another top priority for government organisations that are particular targets for cybercriminals.
At a glance
• Operating system is Windows 11 Home or Windows 11 Pro
• Powered by Intel® Core™ 7 processors, facilitating seamless multitasking across various applications
• Supports Intel vPro Enterprise for enhanced collaboration and robust security measures
• Equipped with dTPM and a Kensington Lock for comprehensive device safety
• Compact 0.826-litre size with VESA mount design, perfect for any workspace setup
• Dual LAN support and 24/7 reliability testing cater to the uninterrupted operational needs of retail and digital signage
• Extensive connectivity options, including 2x Thunderbolt™ 4 and support for up to 4 displays, meeting diverse external device requirements.
• Ensures powerful performance with an easy upgrade path, keeping the device up to date for handling complex tasks efficiently
• Exclusive MSI Power Link feature enables powering on the Cubi NUC via selected MSI monitors
• Includes MSI Power Meter for one-click power-saving during daily use
• Constructed with PCR plastic, utilising 92% renewable energy, and packaged in FSC-certified paper boxes, ensuring sustainability initiatives are met.
Specifications
• Dimensions: 135.60×132.50×50.10mm
• System memory: 2x DDR5 up to 5200MHz SO-DIMMs, up to 64GB
• Storage: 1x M.2 2280 SSD (PCIE, factory pre-installed_ 1x M.2 2242 SSD (PCIE, free slot) 1x 2.5” HDD/SDD
• VESA mount: 75x75mm and 100x100mm
• Cooling system: fan cooler
• Wireless LAN: Intel WiFi 6E AX211
• Graphics: Intel Graphics
• Sound: Realtek ALC256
• I/O front: 2x USB 10Gbps Type A, 1x Mic-in/headphone-out combo. 1x Micro-SD card reader
• I/O rear: 2x Thunderbolt 4 (DP 1.4 alt-mode up to 4K@60Hz/PD-out 15W/One of TBT supports PS-in) 2x USB 10Gbps Type A, 2x RJ45, 2x HDMI out (supports 4K@60Hz as specified in HDMI 2.1)
• I/O side: 1x Kensington Lock, 1x External Power Switch Pin Header
News in the Channel Editor’s Verdict
With many people working from home today, and some businesses downsizing their office space, products that are compact but do not compromise on power and functionality are increasingly desired, and this is where the MSI Cubi NUC M1 will come into its own.
There are some interesting features to the product, for instance it can be powered by the monitor if it shares the cable. In addition, it has a USB cable with the power switch which you can plug into the NUC so if you host it on the rear of the monitor, you don’t have to lean around to turn it on, just push the button on the USB cable. These may not seem major, but they all help to make it easier for users.
For resellers/managed service providers, there are many facets of the MSI Cubi NUC that they can mention in conversations with customers, such as its size, price, sustainability credentials, number of ports available, the speed of the CPU and more.
This product is a timely addition to the marketplace and should prove popular with customers in a range of industries, which means that it should have good sales potential for resellers.
