What is a desktop PC without an operating system?
A desktop PC without an operating system is a computer sold with hardware only. It has a processor, memory, storage and a power adapter, but no Windows, Linux or other OS is installed. The buyer installs the operating system they need. This suits organisations that use a standard OS image, need a specific OS version, or run Linux or embedded software.
Key specifications
The Thinvent range without OS includes mini PCs, industrial PCs and a thin client. Processors come from Intel and AMD:
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Intel Core i7-1255U: 10 cores, up to 4.7 GHz, 12 MB cache
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Intel Core i5-1240P: 12 cores, up to 4.4 GHz, 12 MB cache
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Intel Core i3-1215U: 6 cores, up to 4.4 GHz, 10 MB cache
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Intel Celeron N5095A: 4 cores, up to 2.9 GHz, 4 MB cache
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Intel Celeron J1900: 4 cores, up to 2.4 GHz, 2 MB cache
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AMD Ryzen 5 7430U: 6 cores, up to 4.3 GHz, 16 MB cache
Memory ranges from 4 GB to 64 GB. Storage is SSD, from 32 GB to 1 TB. Adapters range from 12V to 19V. Some models include Dual Band WiFi, while others have no WiFi. The Aero Mini PC includes Dual LAN.
Comparison of Thinvent models without OS
| Model | Type | Processor | Memory | Storage | WiFi |
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| IPC5 | Industrial PC | Intel Core i5-1240P | 16 GB DDR4 | 512 GB SSD | Dual Band |
| IPC3 | Industrial PC | Intel Core i3-1215U | 8 GB or 16 GB DDR4 | 128 GB or 256 GB SSD | Varies |
| Aero Mini PC | Mini PC | Intel Core i7-1255U | 8 GB DDR4 | 512 GB SSD | No |
| Treo Mini PC | Mini PC | AMD Ryzen 5 7430U | 8 GB DDR4 | 128 GB or 256 GB SSD | No |
| Neo S | Thin client | Intel Celeron J1900 | 8 GB DDR3 | 32 GB MLC SSD | No |
Use cases
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Digital signage and kiosks that run a custom OS image
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Industrial automation and machine control
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Point of sale and back-office systems
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Software development and Linux server testing
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Fleet deployments where IT teams install a standard image
Thinvent products without OS
The Thinvent range includes the IPC5, IPC3, Aero Mini PC, Treo Mini PC and Neo S thin client, all sold without an operating system. Each model is available with the processor, memory and storage listed above. Buyers choose the configuration that fits their workload and install their own OS.
