Article 3QF09 ZOTAC Launches ZBOX CI329 Nano: Fanless Quad-Core Gemini Lake

ZOTAC Launches ZBOX CI329 Nano: Fanless Quad-Core Gemini Lake

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Anton Shilov
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ZOTAC has introduced its new affordable miniature PCs based on Intel's Gemini Lake platform. Designed for office and media streaming applications, the new ZBOX CI329 Nano are powered by a quad-core SoC, featuring 4Kp60-capable DisplayPort 1.2 and HDMI 2.0a outputs, and are equipped with two GbE ports.

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ZOTAC's ZBOX CI329 Nano comes in a black enclosure with a rather distinctive look featuring the manufacturer's renowned honeycomb openings that enable passive cooling of the system's key component - the Celeron N4100 SoC (four cores, 1.1 - 2.4 GHz, 4 MB cache, UHD Graphics 600 with 12 EUs, 6.5 W). The chip supports H.264 and H.265 hardware decoding and the Clear Video HD tech, making it a viable choice for multimedia enthusiasts looking for a low-power system for streaming. The PC is outfitted with a DDR4 SO-DIMM slot supporting up to 8 GB modules as well as a 2.5-inch bay with a SATA connector for an HDD or an SSD.

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When it comes to connectivity, the ZBOX CI329 Nano comes with an 802.11ac Wi-Fi + Bluetooth 5 wireless module, two GbE controllers (particularly important for enterprises), three USB-A 3.0 ports, one USB-C 3.0 header, one USB-A 2.0 connector, one HDMI 2.0a output, a DisplayPort 1.4, a D-Sub port, an SD card reader, and two 3.5-mm audio connectors.

ZOTAC ZBOX CI329 Nano
AspectZBOX CI329 NanoZBOX CI329
Nano Plus
ZBOX CI329
Nano Windows
ProcessorCeleron N4100
4C/4T
1.1 - 2.4 GHz
4 MB Cache
Memory1 i- DDR4 SO-DIMM (Up to 8 GB)
GraphicsIntel UHD Graphics 600 with 12 EUs
Storage1 i- 2.5" SATA III
Networking (Wireless)802.11ac Wi-Fi + BT 5
Networking (Wired)2 i- GbE
Audio3.5mm Headphone and Microphone Jacks
Capable of 5.1/7.1 digital output with HD audio bitstreaming (HDMI)
Display Outputs1 i- DisplayPort 1.2 (up to 3840i-2160 at 60 Hz)
1 i- HDMI 2.0a (up to 3840i-2160 at 60 Hz)
1 i- D-Sub (up to 1920i-1080 at 60 Hz)
Miscellaneous I/O3 i- USB 3.0 Type-A
1 i- USB 2.0 Type-A
1 i- USB 3.0 Type-C
1 i- SD/SDHC/SDXC reader
CoolingFanless / Passively Cooled
DimensionsLength127.8 mm | 5.31 inch
Width126.8 mm | 4.99 inch
Height56.8 mm | 2.24 inch

ZOTAC will traditionally offer ZBOX CI329 Nano in three versions: the barebones flavor without memory and storage, the Plus SKU with factory installed 4 GB of DRAM and a 120 GB SSD, and the model with pre-installed Windows 10. ZOTAC did not announce pricing of the systems, but keeping in mind that we are dealing with an entry-level platform, MSRP of the ZBOX CI329 Nano should be consistent with the SoC positioning and remain on the same level as pricing of the previous-gen CI327 fanless PC. We enquired the company about recommended prices of the systems and will update the story once we hear back from ZOTAC.

Buy ZOTAC ZBOX C Series CI327 Nano on Amazon.com

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