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| Operating system | Windows 11 Pro | Windows 11 Pro | Windows 10 Pro | Windows 10 Pro | Windows 11 Pro |
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| CPU & GPU | Core i7-9750H Processor, Base Frequency 2.0 GHz, Up to 2.7GHz,UHD Graphics 630 | Core I7 11700 Processor, Base Frequency 2.50 GHz, Up to 4.90 GHz, 16MB cache, 8 Cores 16,UHD Graphics 750 | Core I7-8709G Processor, Base Frequency 3.10 GHz, Up to 4.10 GHz, 8M Cache, 4 Cores 8 Threads, Radeon RX Vega M GH graphics | Celeron J4125 Processor, Base Frequency 2.0 GHz, Up to 2.7GHz,UHD Graphics 600 | Core i7-8550U,8MB cache, Processor, Base Frequency 1.8 GHz, Up to 4.0 GHz,UHD Graphics 620 |
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| Memory (RAM) | 2*DDR4, Max 64GB | 2*DDR4-2666 SO-DIMM, Max 64GB | 260 pin DDR4 SO-DIMM, Max 64GB RAM | 1* DDR4,Max 32G RAM | 2 * DDR4,2 * 260 pin SO-DIMM,Max 32GB |
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| Display | 1 x HDMI, 1 x DP | 1*HDMI Port, 1*COM Port | 2*HDMI Port, 2*Mini DP Port | 1 x M.2 NVME SSD for PCIE 3.0 x SATA3.0,1 * RS232 COM | 1 * HDMI, 1 * EDP,4 * RS232 COM |
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| Interface（I/O） | 2 * RJ45 Gigabit LAN, 6 * USB 3.0 | 1* RJ45 Gigabit LAN, 1*SPK Out, 1*MIC In, 1*19V DC,In 4*USB 3.0, 4*USB 2.0 | 2* RJ45 Gigabit Lan, 19V,4*USB 3.0, 4*USB 2.0 | 2* RJ45 Gigabit LAN, 2 * USB 3.0, 2 * USB 2.0, | 2 * RJ45 Gigabit LAN, 1 * DP, 1 * LPT,1 * DC12V IN, 1 * MIC, 1 * SPK,4 * USB 3.0 ,4 * USB 2.0 |
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| Built-in Fan | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | x | x |
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I have been looking for a powerful machine in order to create real life lab environments via emulation VMs topologies from Palo alto, ISE, PKI’s using a multitude of virtual devices available… I did not want to invest in a data centre or a standalone server, so I opted for this desktop due to space & budgetary reasons. I am glad I did, this i9, 64 GB device loaded with Windows 11 Pro has so far impressed me with the level of speed and performance required. Allocating 32GB to virtual machines is just right to have about 20 devices operating without lag or delay… anymore than 30 plus devices in a lab environment would require a dedicated server.
Overall I am impressed with the product, and even more impressed with the level of customer service I have experienced with a lovely lady called June.
Top Level Service !!!!!!
Likes.
Very compact unit and quiet, until the fan starts. Plenty of options for external peripherals.
Dislikes.
Delivered with Windows 10 installed but not a problem iof you have a basic knowledge of the system BIOS.
Likes.
Very compact unit and quiet, until the fan starts. Plenty of options for external peripherals.
Dislikes.
Delivered with Windows 10 installed.
Upgrade to Win 11 only possible if you have the knowledge to change parameters within the BIOS. I did but I would think many people would not. Initially, cannot see how this is a Win 11 PC without at least a basic experience of upgrading PC’s.
When Win 11 was installed it was terrible but I am not saying this was a result of the computer, more a Windows problem.
Constant black screens (momentarily), Windows Security not working at all. Nothing in the Security section worked without sending me to Microsoft store which offered no solution.
Some of my existing programs would not run.
The only reason I gave 2 stars is for the speed and small deskspace it requires.