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Powered by the Intel Core Ultra 9 285HX processor (24 cores / 32 threads, 8 performance cores + 16 efficiency cores, up to 5.5 GHz max turbo, Arrow Lake-HX architecture, 100W PL1 / 140W PL2, 36MB L3 cache) with Intel Graphics and Intel AI Boost NPU delivering up to 13 TOPS of AI performance, the MS-02 Ultra 285HX-NS delivers workstation-class computing power in a compact 4.8L mini PC form factor. Equipped with four DDR5-4800 SO-DIMM slots supporting up to 256GB and two M.2 2280 NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 SSD slots for up to 16TB of total high-speed storage, it handles heavy multitasking, content creation, and virtualization with ease. Quad-display output through HDMI 2.1, USB4, and dual USB4 v2.0 ports with DisplayPort Alt-Mode lets you drive up to four 8K displays simultaneously for enhanced productivity. Stay connected with Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, a 10 Gigabit Ethernet port, and a 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet port with support for enterprise-grade remote management. The six-heatpipe cooling system with phase-change material and dual fans efficiently dissipates up to 140W of heat while maintaining low noise levels. With a PCIe 5.0 x16 expansion slot for desktop GPUs and multiple USB ports (including two USB4 v2.0 at 80Gbps), the MS-02 Ultra is built for workstation, creative, and enterprise workloads in a space-saving chassis.
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Intel Core Ultra 9 285HX Workstation Power
Powered by the Intel Core Ultra 9 285HX with 24 cores (8 performance + 16 efficiency) and 24 threads, up to 5.5 GHz max turbo frequency on the Arrow Lake-HX architecture and 36MB L3 cache — delivers workstation-class multi-core performance for demanding productivity, content creation, and virtualization workloads at 100W PL1 with 140W PL2 headroom. Intel AI Boost NPU provides up to 13 TOPS of dedicated AI compute.
Quad-Channel DDR5 SO-DIMM + Dual NVMe Storage
Four DDR5-4800 SO-DIMM slots support up to 256GB for data integrity in critical workloads, with ample capacity for virtualization and large datasets. Two M.2 2280 NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4 SSD slots provide up to 16TB of total high-speed storage for fast boot times and rapid file access.
Quad 8K Display with USB4 V2
Drive up to four 8K displays simultaneously through HDMI 2.1 FRL, USB4, and dual USB4 V2 ports, all with DisplayPort Alt-Mode — perfect for multi-screen productivity, creative workflows, and financial trading setups. USB4 V2 delivers 80Gbps bandwidth for high-speed peripherals and displays.
10GbE + 2.5GbE + Wi-Fi 7 Enterprise Connectivity
A 10 Gigabit Ethernet port with Realtek RTL8127 controller delivers blazing-fast wired speeds for large file transfers and high-bandwidth workloads, while a 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet port with Intel I226-LM provides enterprise-grade remote management. Wi-Fi 7 delivers fast and stable wireless performance on the 6GHz band, with Bluetooth 5.4 for peripheral connections.
PCIe 5.0 x16 Expansion + Six-Heatpipe Cooling
A PCIe 5.0 x16 expansion slot supports full-size desktop GPUs for accelerated rendering and AI workloads. Six pure copper heat pipes paired with phase-change thermal material and dual fans (70x25mm + 60x20mm) efficiently dissipate up to 140W of heat, maintaining sustained performance while keeping noise levels low.
- Processor ModelIntel Core Ultra 9 Series 2Storage TypeSSDTotal Storage Capacity0 gigabytesSystem Memory (RAM)0 gigabytesGraphics TypeIntegrated
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