What is a 10 inch NAS?
A 10 inch NAS is a small network storage system. Its chassis is about 10 inches wide and fits in a rack or on a desk. It stores files for a network and serves them to other computers. A NAS needs a processor, memory, storage drives and network ports. Thinvent builds compact computers with these parts. Its range includes Industrial PCs, Aero Mini PCs and a Treo Mini PC.
Key specifications
The Thinvent range uses Intel Core processors from the 12th, 13th and 14th generations. The listed models use the Intel Core i7-1255U, Core i5-1335U and Core 5 120U processors. Each has 10 cores. Maximum frequency reaches 4.7 GHz on the i7-1255U, 4.6 GHz on the i5-1335U and 5.0 GHz on the Core 5 120U. Each processor has 12 MB of cache.
Memory options range from 8 GB to 64 GB of DDR4 RAM. Storage options include 256 GB, 512 GB and 1 TB SSDs. Some models include Dual LAN ports. Some include Dual Band WiFi. Operating systems include Windows 11 Pro, Windows 11 IoT Value, Ubuntu Linux and DOS. All models use a 12V 7A power adapter.
Use cases
A NAS built on these systems stores and shares files for an office or a lab. The Industrial PC IPC5 models suit factory floors and control cabinets. The Dual LAN ports let one system connect to two networks. The Aero Mini PC models suit small offices and home labs where space is limited. Models with 32 GB or 64 GB of RAM handle more users and larger workloads. Models with 1 TB of SSD storage hold more data.
Comparison of listed configurations
| Model | Processor | RAM | Storage | Network | OS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Industrial PC IPC5 | Core i7-1255U | 16 GB | 512 GB SSD | Dual LAN, Dual Band WiFi | Windows 11 Pro |
| Industrial PC IPC5 | Core i7-1255U | 32 GB | 1 TB SSD | Dual LAN, no WiFi | Ubuntu Linux |
| Industrial PC IPC5 | Core i7-1255U | 64 GB | 1 TB SSD | Dual LAN, Dual Band WiFi | Ubuntu Linux |
| Aero Mini PC | Core 5 120U | 16 GB | 512 GB SSD | Dual Band WiFi | Windows 11 Pro |
| Aero Mini PC | Core i5-1335U | 16 GB | 512 GB SSD | No WiFi | Windows 11 Pro |
| Treo Mini PC | Core 5 120U | 8 GB | 256 GB SSD | No WiFi | Windows 11 IoT Value |
Thinvent products for NAS use
Thinvent has these systems for network storage. The Industrial PC IPC5 models provide Dual LAN ports and up to 64 GB of RAM. The Aero Mini PC models provide compact chassis and up to 16 GB of RAM. The Treo Mini PC has 8 GB of RAM and a 256 GB SSD. The 15" Industrial Panel PC adds a touch display. Buyers choose the processor, memory, storage, network and operating system that match their NAS needs.
