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KAMRUI AK2 Plus Mini PC, Intel 12th Gen Alder Lake N100, 16GB DDR4 RAM, 512GB SSD $229.99 Shipped @ KAMRUI via Amazon AU

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KAMRUI AK2 Plus Mini PC, Intel 12th Gen Alder Lake N100, 16GB DDR4 RAM, 512GB SSD $229.99 Shipped @ KAMRUI via Amazon AUAffiliate
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Just noticed the Kamrui Mini PC has lowered down to the previous best price, posting it again as the last deal was posted over a month ago

Apply $160 coupon to reduce the price to $229.99

【 Latest 12th Intel Alder Lake- N100】KAMRUI Mini computer is built-in faster&newest 12th Intel Alder Lake- N100 processors(max up to 3.4GHz, 4C/4T, 6MB L3 Cache), Power consumption is only 6W. The mini pc is noticeably faster and a better performer and has lower power consumption delivering over 20% of performance improvement over the Intel N5105 and N5095 CPU.
[16GB DDR+512GB SSD, Support Expansion]—-KAMRUI MINI PC GK3 PLUS 16GB Mini PC with large storage to save big files, enhance running speed and make your work more efficiency, support to flexibly expand storage by adding 2.5" SATA SSD/HDD or Inserting a mobile hard drive into USB3.0/2.0 interface, also supports Wake On LAN, PXE Boot, RTC Wake and Auto Power On.
[UHD 4K & Triple Screens Display Support]—-KAMRUI micro computer is built-in Intel UHD Graphics that ensures faster image processing and featured 4K UHD(4096x2160@60Hz) video playback. Support triple display through 2HDMI and 1VGA interface for different tasks in the same time,greatly improving the work efficiency and saving unnecessary working procedure,Ideal for visually home entertainment, home office, conference room, etc.
[Stable WiFi 5 and Bluetooth 4.2]—- Windows 11 Small PC have reliable and stable wireless connection, Opening website in seconds,watch movie without buffering and download files fluently, Connect the monitor by WiFi or Ethernet, Use a wireless keyboard and mouse through bluetooth 4.2, that will be powerful workstation for you.
[What You Will Get]—-Package content will include 1Tiny PC,1 HDMI cable,1VESA mount,1 power supply and 1*user manual, We also provide 1-year product satisfaction and Lifetime Technical Support Service,If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us in any time.

Cybersecurity advice:

Note: It is recommended that you install your own copy of Windows (or Linux, if preferred) over the existing installation as there have been numerous reported incidents of generic branded Mini PC's being shipped with spyware / keyloggers. This process should only take 15 to 20 minutes of your time.

See Forum Discussion, Net Guy Reviews (original source), Gamers Nexus, TechSpot

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          • greater mimic on 16/02/2024 - 16:26
            +1

            @raiichiu: I've run DietPi on a raspi before and liked it so might try that out on the Beelink and maybe explore Proxmox later on when feeling brave. Running everything in docker anyway so its nice and simple.

  • Clear on 15/02/2024 - 23:04

    This Amazon deal works out to be pretty good considering the AliExpress Firebat variant goes for US$128.02 (~A$198.76) with coupon 24AE08

    The obvious advantage of Amazon being warranty and easy returns.

  • syousef on 16/02/2024 - 00:12
    +2

    Some viruses can attach themselves to the UEFI and survive a reinstall of Windows.

    • metalhead on 16/02/2024 - 09:52
      -1

      what if I wipe it and go to a new OS like Linux Zorin OS 17 ?

      • syousef on 16/02/2024 - 11:24
        +1

        I haven't read up enough to know if these UEFI viruses have mult-OS payloads. It's definitely a thought. But I wouldn't want to buy a machine with malware baked into BIOS/UEFI.

  • artxty on 16/02/2024 - 11:11

    can it run steam games?

  • Skeksys on 16/02/2024 - 12:03

    my2cnts… Why would you need two? Seems a bit greedy

  • mavis30551 on 16/02/2024 - 12:50

    Would love a mini PC with the AMD 780 IGPU for around $500. The dream

  • paloverde88 on 16/02/2024 - 14:45

    not as good as KamKuats who has wifi6.5 and Bluetooth 5.75

  • anki on 16/02/2024 - 16:20
    -1

    I ordered the N95 mini pc a few days ago. Received win 11 home edition instead of win 11 pro…sent it back

    Did the virus scan but couldn't find anything. Ordered a Beelink mini PC today. Seems to be more reputable with decent customer support brand.

  • wots on 16/02/2024 - 17:02
    +1

    UEFI/BIOS malware is a thing, it'll run malware in every new windows install. Can I trust this company's UEFI?

  • Topside on 16/02/2024 - 17:03

    Does anyone run Home Assistant on this or something similar? I currently use a Raspberry Pi 4, and was considering moving to a Pi 5 at some stage, but am thinking this might be a more powerful equivalent?

    • boomy on 16/02/2024 - 22:25

      I made the same move (pi4 to n100 miniPC) and have not looked back. The boot up times are way faster and I can have more addons running

      • Topside on 17/02/2024 - 13:58

        Thanks! I'll look closer into these n100 options then.

  • pebblewave on 17/02/2024 - 09:18
    +3

    Agree with others that risk of malware / spyware is too great.

    Yes you can wipe the partitions but what are you going to do about the BIOS?

    Suggestions in this thread that unsophisticated users will resolve the BIOS issue are fanciful.

    Remember; this company ships its computer products with malware / spyware by default. So, as a starting point, it would perhaps be unwise to trust any component or sub-component of the device.

    Mini PCs from reputable brands seem to cost a lot more. I wonder whether stealing people’s information makes up the difference in price.

    • netsurfer on 17/02/2024 - 14:12

      While it is important to note the included Windows most likely has malware, it is also worthwhile to know how it got there. The company got some 3rd party to create the Windows image for them and that 3rd party put the malware in there (willingly or unwillingly). It's unsafe to assume you will receive one built with Windows image provided by a different 3rd party.

      I wouldn't jump to conclusion on BIOS malware on this mini PC just yet. My main gripe with the BIOS on these low cost mini PCs is lack of features and regular updates. The chipset maker (Intel) and the BIOS maker would normally provide sample BIOS code. It is then up to the hardware maker to customise it. These mini PCs generally have little to no customisation. To be honest, the big 4 in motherboards (Asus, Gigabyte, MSI and Asrock) have introduced BIOS to initiate Windows driver install (which can be disabled) with vulnerability found on Gigabyte's implementation in the past.

      If you have a PC that's recent enough, you should have upgraded your BIOS at least once since last December.

      • pebblewave on 17/02/2024 - 23:44
        +2

        It doesn’t matter how the spyware got there. The presence of the spyware provides a valuable piece of information, which is; this company cannot control the quality of its products.

        Who is jumping to conclusions about the BIOS?

        To reiterate; given the presence of the spyware, it would be unwise to trust any component or sub-component of the device (including the BIOS).

        Therefore, unless credibly demonstrated otherwise, the BIOS is a problem in that it can’t be trusted either now or when updated in future.

        Feel free to credibly demonstrate otherwise or to refer to such a demonstration.

  • Jiv on 17/02/2024 - 21:00

    Re-installed the OS, but had issues with the Realtek 8821CE Wireless driver. It would cause BSOD every time it tried to connect.

    Eventually resolved by manually downloading the latest driver from Microsoft Update Catalog:
    https://www.catalog.update.microsoft.com/Search.aspx?q=8821c…

    Not sure why the driver wouldn't update to the later versions throuh normal Windows Update…

  • Ironh59 on 17/02/2024 - 21:33

    How is everyone reinstalling windows? Do you purchase your own new copy?

    • netsurfer on 17/02/2024 - 21:40

      You can download Windows 11 from Microsoft Web site. Use the media creation tool (and you need an USB stick).

      As for the license, if you have a Windows 7, 8, or 10 key, try that first. Otherwise, you generally have a few days to source a proper key (there are cheap, but legit keys available for sale). I don't have this Mini PC, but if Windows cannot install both Wifi and the LAN drivers (i.e. no network device installed properly) during the installation, you'll need to google on how to bypass that during installation then install the drivers later on.

      Microsoft does still let you use Window 11 with a message on screen even if you don't have a proper license key. Some features won't be available though. You still get security updates.

    • IamAI on 19/02/2024 - 18:47

      apparently key is embedded in the BIOS and after you install it will auto activate

  • Kerar87 on 18/02/2024 - 05:44

    Is it out of stock or there is no coupon any more

    • IamAI on 19/02/2024 - 18:24

      yea I got last one Lol. They are available again but now for $250….

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