The query "PC World computers" is a general search for personal computers and workstation-class hardware. This page covers Thinvent's range of industrial computers, mini PCs, thin clients and all-in-one PCs built for organisations that need computers to run reliably in factories, offices, kiosks and remote sites.
What These Systems Are Built For
Unlike a consumer desktop, an industrial computer is designed around uptime. Thinvent systems use fanless cooling, so there are no moving parts to draw in dust, and they tolerate wide ambient temperature ranges and continuous 24x7 operation. Storage is solid-state, power input is a low-voltage DC adapter, and chassis are compact enough to mount behind a display, inside a control panel or on a DIN rail. Connectivity is deliberately conservative: multiple Gigabit Ethernet ports, HDMI outputs, USB 3.2 Gen 2 and USB-C, plus optional serial (DB9) ports for legacy equipment.
Typical Configurations
| Class | Processor | Memory | Storage | Typical Role |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mini PC | Intel N-series (N95, N100, N150) | 4-16 GB | 128-512 GB SSD | Digital signage, kiosks, light office |
| Thin Client | Intel Celeron / N-series | 4-8 GB | 128-256 GB SSD | VDI, ERP and browser-based apps |
| Industrial PC | Intel Core i3/i5 (12th-14th gen) | 16-32 GB | 512 GB-1 TB SSD | Machine control, data logging, edge |
| All-in-One | Intel Core i3/i5 | 8-16 GB | 256-512 GB SSD | Point of sale, reception, control rooms |
Operating Systems and Software
Systems ship with Microsoft Windows 11 Pro, Windows 11 IoT Value, Ubuntu Linux 24.04 LTS, Thinvent's own Thinux embedded Linux, FreeDOS, or without an operating system so you can image your own build. Windows 11 IoT Value and embedded Linux options suit long-lifecycle deployments where the software stack must stay stable for years.
Choosing the Right Form Factor
Pick a mini PC when you need a small, silent box for a desk, screen or cabinet. Pick a thin client when the heavy work happens on a server and the endpoint only needs to render a session. Pick an industrial PC when you need serial ports, dual Ethernet, wide-temperature operation or panel mounting. Pick an all-in-one when you want the computer and display in a single unit with fewer cables and a smaller footprint.
Thinvent Products Featuring This Technology
Thinvent manufactures industrial computers, mini PCs, thin clients and all-in-one PCs with Intel and ARM processors, fanless chassis, dual Gigabit Ethernet, HDMI and USB 3.2 Gen 2 connectivity, and a choice of Windows 11 Pro, Ubuntu Linux 24.04 LTS, Thinux embedded Linux or no OS. Configurations range from 4 GB to 64 GB memory and 128 GB to 1 TB SSD, so a single supplier can cover kiosks, shop floors, offices and edge deployments worldwide.
