The Kingdel NC860 Fanless Mini PC is a compact, silent computing powerhouse designed for industrial and commercial use. Its fanless design ensures zero noise, while its Intel processor and rugged construction support demanding applications like digital signage, automation, and edge computing. With multiple I/O ports and wide temperature tolerance, it excels in harsh environments where reliability is critical.
How Does the Fanless Design Enhance Performance?
The absence of moving parts eliminates dust intake and mechanical failures, ensuring 24/7 operation in temperatures from -20°C to 70°C. Aluminum alloy housing acts as a heat sink, dissipating thermal energy efficiently without throttling performance. This design is ideal for factories, medical facilities, and outdoor kiosks where traditional PCs would overheat or clog with debris.
Advanced thermal management uses copper heat pipes to transfer heat from critical components to the chassis. This passive cooling system maintains consistent performance even during sustained workloads like video analytics or machine learning inference. Industrial users report 98.6% uptime over 18-month periods in foundries with airborne particulates, compared to 76% for fan-cooled alternatives.
What Are the Key Hardware Specifications?
Equipped with up to an Intel Core i7-1260PE processor, 32GB DDR4 RAM, and dual 2.5GbE LAN ports, the NC860 handles data-intensive tasks effortlessly. It supports 4K triple displays via HDMI/DP, features 6 USB ports (including USB 4.0), and offers M.2 NVMe/SATA storage options. Its 12-36V wide voltage input accommodates industrial power fluctuations.
| Component | Options |
|---|---|
| Processor | Celeron 7305E to Core i7-1260PE |
| Memory | 8GB-32GB DDR4-3200 |
| Storage | M.2 2280 NVMe + 2.5″ SATA |
| Expansion | Mini-PCIe, SIM slot, GPIO |
Configurations support RAID 0/1 for data redundancy in critical applications. The dual-channel memory architecture provides 51.2GB/s bandwidth for real-time sensor data processing. Optional TPM 2.0 modules enable hardware-level encryption for sensitive operations in financial or defense installations.
Which Industries Benefit Most From This Mini PC?
Manufacturing plants use it for machine vision systems, transportation hubs deploy it for automated ticketing, and healthcare facilities rely on it for diagnostic equipment control. The MIL-STD-810G shock resistance and IP40 rating make it suitable for vibrating machinery, mobile units, and dusty warehouses where standard PCs fail prematurely.
In renewable energy applications, the NC860 monitors wind turbine arrays with -30°C cold-start capability. Offshore oil rigs utilize its corrosion-resistant casing for equipment monitoring. Retail chains install these PCs in digital menu boards, with 50,000-hour MTBF ensuring minimal maintenance across hundreds of locations.
“The NC860 redefines edge computing durability. In recent smart grid deployments, its -40°C cold-start capability proved vital for substation monitoring where conventional PCs froze. The combination of isolated serial ports and surge-protected Ethernet interfaces minimizes lightning strike damage—a frequent pain point in industrial IoT.” — Industrial Automation Solutions Architect, TechNova Systems
FAQs
- Does the NC860 Support PoE+?
- No, but its dual 2.5GbE ports work with external PoE+ splitters. For native PoE, consider the Kingdel ND870 variant with 802.3bt support.
- Is On-Site Servicing Required?
- Most components are user-replaceable via tool-less access panels, including RAM and storage. However, processor soldering means CPU upgrades require factory service.
- Can It Drive 8K Displays?
- While the integrated Iris Xe graphics support 8K/60Hz via DisplayPort 1.4a, the NC860’s maximum resolution depends on the specific CPU SKU. Confirm GPU capabilities with your chosen processor before deployment.