The ASUS Chromebox 5 Mini Desktop Computer | Compact & Powerfulfrom ASUS Chromebox 5 Mini Desktop Computer | Compact & Powerfuldelivers performance and responsiveness for enhanced productivity. It features a 12th Gen Intel Core i7-1260P 12-Core processor and 16GB of 3200 MHz DDR4 memory for driving multiple simultaneous tasks. For storage of your files, there is a 256GB NVMe PCIe SSD with an M.2 2280 form factor. If you want to add external storage drives, optical drives, printers, memory card readers, or other peripherals, the Chromebox 5 features two USB-A 3.2 Gen 2 ports, two USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 ports, and a 3.5mm headphone/mic combo jack. Connect up to four 4K displays using the two HDMI 2.1, one DisplayPort 1.4, and one Thunderbolt 4 port, the latter of which supports data transfers up to 40 Gb/s and DisplayPort 1.4. Network connectivity is achieved using a 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet port, or connect wirelessly using dual-band Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax). Additional wireless peripherals, such as keyboards and mice, may be connected using Bluetooth 5.3. Rounding things off is a microSD card reader and power is provided by an included 150W power adapter.

Please note that a keyboard and a mouse are not included.

Intel Core i7-1260P 12-Core (12th Gen)    16GB of 3200 MHz DDR4 RAM    Integrated Intel Iris Xe Graphics    256GB NVMe PCIe M.2 SSD    microSD Card Reader    1 x 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet Port    Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) | Bluetooth 5.3    Thunderbolt 4 | USB-A 3.2 Gen 2    USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 | HDMI 2.1 | DP 1.4    Chrome OS

The Chromebox 5 features an Intel Core i7-1260P 12-Core (12th Gen) processor with 16GB of 3200 MHz DDR4 RAM, a 256GB NVMe PCIe M.2 SSD with a 2280 form factor, dual-band Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax), a Thunderbolt 4 port that supports DisplayPort 1.4, a microSD card reader, a VESA mount, and Chrome OS.

Dual HDMI 2.1 ports, one DisplayPort 1.4 port, and one Thunderbolt 4 port support up to four 4K displays.

2.5 Gb/s Ethernet and dual-band Intel Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax) provide strong, stable signals and fast speeds.

Titan C security chip & Kensington lock slot for business-grade security.

Zero-touch enrollment support for IT admins.

Automatic software and security updates protect the system from viruses, malware, and other security issues.

Built-in Google Play enables access to thousands of Android apps via the power of a mini PC.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Does this use a cooling fan? If so, how quiet is it?

A: Yes it has a low wattage quiet fan.

Q: 2. Can I use a ChromeOS Enterprise license on the 5a model? Needing to use remote management features in the Chrome Admin Console

A: Yes, the ASUS Chromebox 5a Mini Desktop Computer can be enrolled in Chrome OS Enterprise.

Q: 3. One of the product pictures clearly shows that a vesa mount is included, but there is no mention of this. Is the mount included?

A: The ASUS Chromebox 5 Mini Desktop Computer does not included a VESA mount adapter.

Q: 4. Is this the same model as the Asus ExpertCenter PN64 E1, where Asus has "E1" in the product name?

A: No, ASUS ExpertCenter PN64 Mini Desktop Computer (B&H # ASPN64S715P1) is not the E1 model. As of the time of writing, the ASUS ExpertCenter PN64-E1 is not available yet.

Q: 5. Can I connect a Type C hub with HDMI port to connect a third monitor?

A: Yes, the USB Type-C (Supports DisplayPort and Power Delivery). So you would be able to connect a third monitor. Dual HDMI and USB-C® 3.2 Gen 1 ports support up to three 4K displays.

Q: 6. What is an Auto Update policy for this baby? When will it stop?

A: The Auto Update Expiration (AUE) date for the Asus Chromebox 4 is June 2028.

Q: 7. Can this device output a 4K120hz signal (with or without DSC) over its HDMI ports?

A: The ASUS Chromebox 5 is capable of 4K video output via HDMI, but Asus has not specified the maximum refresh rate supported.

Q: 8. Can I use this computer to Can I Can I transfer photographs from my camera memory card to an external drive?

A: It should be able to, but you will need a card reader, keyboard, mouse and monitor.

Q: 9. Does the PN64-BB7000X1TDR come with a DisplayPort for video out?

A: The ASUS ExpertCenter PN64 Mini Desktop Computer (Barebone) BH #ASPN64BB7X1 has 2x HDMI ports and a USB Type-C port that supports DisplayPort.

Q: 10. What printers can this Chromebox use? I have an older Chromebox M004U and it needed a special printer. Can the new model use a plain old USB printer?

A: Many printers today will support Google Chrome printing. The ASUS Chromebox 4 Mini Desktop Computer will support Canon, HP, Epson printers.