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Product Description

ASUS VivoPC
Small yet powerful mini PC
Imagine all the functionalities of a traditional desktop PC in a chic, compact box with a footprint slightly larger than a standard DVD jewel case. Stop imagining and meet the ASUS VivoPC.

Powered by the 4th gen Intel processor, and featuring SonicMaster Technology, the new VivoPC is the answer to your day-to-day computing needs; and provides you with a cinematic multimedia experience. The small form factor even includes Vivo DualBay for flexible dual storage options so you can speed up the operating system or have even more space for movies and music.

Vivo DualBay - Flexible dual storage design
VivoPC VM42 features a unique dual storage design that can accommodate up to two storage drives. So whether you,re after larger storage capacities or faster data access speeds, you can mix and match between hard disk and solid state drive to better suit your needs.

If you,re looking for space to house your movie or music libraries, use a single 3.5-inch or two 2.5-inch hard disk drives. Alternatively, you can choose a combination of 2.5-inch hard disk and solid state drive to speed up your operating system.

Easy-access for DIY upgrades
VivoPC keeps things simple when it's time for an upgrade. A user-friendly slide-out cover gives you quick, easy access to its internals for DIY memory and hard drive upgrades.

Future-proofing home entertainment
The VivoPC VM42 packs powerful 4th generation Intel Celeron processor and powerful integrated graphics for incredibly-detailed visuals. Kick back and relax with ASUS VivoPC while browsing the web, viewing photos from your SD card and watching videos with HD playback.

Pitch-perfect audio
External speakers? You don't need them. VivoPC has everything you need right out of the box. Built-in SonicMaster speakers and MaxxAudio tuning ensures pitch-perfect audio, every time.

Intuitive audio effect setting
SonicMaster and AudioWizard audio utilities found on VivoPC ensure the best sound for your movies and music. A few simple clicks load up optimized audio setting for your Hollywood blockbuster or ripping guitar solos.

Cloud access anytime, anywhere
ASUS HomeCloud creates a world without boundaries. It lets you access your VivoPC remotely, stream multimedia content to wherever you want, and manage all your files anywhere no matter where it's stored. It even turns your hard drive into a private cloud. VivoPC comes with a year,s worth of 100GB of ASUS WebStorage free, so your files in the cloud can be accessed on any device with an internet connection.

Wi-Fi GO!
Wi-Fi GO! gives you complete control of your PC even when you're away from home! Access your forgotten files at home, work on your PC while you are in the traffic or outside. Plus one step to manage all your public clouds or sync files among your PC and devices in a click.

Cloud GO!
Gather your ASUS WebStorage, Dropbox, Google Drive, and Skydrive accounts in one place and even backup to PC at the same time!

Enjoy your PC's multimedia content anywhere! Pipe music from your PC while sipping coffee in a café or sit back with friends and stream a favorite movie to a smart TV. With ASUS Media Streamer, your entertainment goes wherever you go.

Stable and fast wireless connections
VivoPC ensures stable fast connections with dedicated antennas for its 2.4GHz and 5GHz bands; while a hotspot function lets other devices piggy-back on your VivoPC's web connection.

Faster Wi-Fi speeds and wireless control
Surf your favorite webpages or stream movies and music from online libraries more smoothly with the Wi-Fi. Wi-Fi GO! technology gives you full control over VivoPC without having to get up off the couch - it turns your smartphone or tablet into a remote control where you can access VivoPC through the remote desktop function and virtual keyboard or mouse.

* Actual speeds may vary.
**The Wi-Fi standard of 802.11ac will be restricted by countries' regulations. Wi-Fi
802.11ac feature will be supported under the complete 11ac eco-system environment.

Smartphone and tablet control
Take control of VivoPC without a keyboard or mouse. Simply sync up your smartphone or tablet with VivoPC and work with the remote desktop function or through your device's onscreen QWERTY keyboard.

Chic and elegant design
VivoPC defies convention and redefines the look of a desktop PC.
Simple and elegant, its spun-metal finish fits right in your living or workspace.

Full compatibility for convenient connectivity
VivoPC VM42 isnt short on connectivity options either, with an array of ports that are compatible with a multitude of devices.
VivoPC VM42 comes with numerous USB 2.0 and USB 3.0 ports, with the latter delivering faster device charging and up to 10 times faster transfer speeds than previous generation USB for quick file transfers and device syncing. VivoPC VM42 has an optical SPDIF output port for multi-channel audio support. It also comes with two audio output jacks; and that,s accompanied by HDMI and DisplayPort output ports for connections to HD displays or TVs.

Additional Information

Processor

Processor frequency 1.4 GHz
Processor family Intel® Celeron®
Processor model 2957U
Processor cores 2
Processor socket BGA1168
Processor cache 2 MB
Processor cache type Smart Cache, L3
System bus rate 5 GT/s
Processor threads 2
Number of processors installed 1
PCI Express slots version 2.0
Processor lithography 22 nm
Processor operating modes 64-bit
Stepping D0
Bus type DMI2
Processor codename Haswell
Thermal Design Power (TDP) 15 W
Processor series Intel Celeron Processor 2000 series for Mobile
FSB Parity No
Maximum number of PCI Express lanes 10
PCI Express configurations 4x1, 1x4
Tjunction 100 °C
Maximum internal memory supported by processor 16 GB
Conflict Free processor Yes
Memory types supported by processor DDR3L-SDRAM, LPDDR3-SDRAM
Memory clock speeds supported by processor 1333,1600 MHz
Memory bandwidth supported by processor (max) 25.6 GB/s
Memory channels supported by processor Dual
ECC supported by processor No

Memory

Internal memory 2 GB
Internal memory type DDR3L-SDRAM
Maximum internal memory 16 GB
Memory slots 2x DIMM
Memory clock speed 1600 MHz

Storage

Total storage capacity 32 GB
Card reader integrated Yes
Compatible memory cards MMC, SD, SDHC, SDXC

Graphics

Discrete graphics adapter model No
On-board graphics adapter model Intel HD Graphics
On-board graphics adapter outputs supported DisplayPort, Embedded DisplayPort (eDP), HDMI
On-board graphics adapter base frequency 200 MHz
On-board graphics adapter dynamic frequency (max) 1000 MHz
Number of displays supported (on-board graphics) 3

Software

Operating system installed Windows 10 Home

Networking

Ethernet LAN Yes
Ethernet LAN data rates 10,100,1000 Mbit/s
Wi-Fi Yes
Wi-Fi standards 802.11a, 802.11ac, 802.11b, 802.11g, 802.11n
Bluetooth Yes
Bluetooth version 4.0

Ports & interfaces

USB 2.0 ports quantity 2
USB 3.0 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity 4
HDMI ports quantity 1
DisplayPorts quantity 1
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports 1
DC-in jack Yes
Microphone in Yes
Headphone outputs 1
S/PDIF out port Yes
Total number of SATA connectors 2
Number of SATA III connectors 2

Design

Colour of product Silver
Cable lock slot Yes
Cable lock slot type Kensington

Performance

Product type Mini PC
Audio system SonicMaster

Processor special features

Intel® vPro™ Technology No
Intel® Small Business Advantage (Intel® SBA) No
Intel® Wireless Display (Intel® WiDi) No
Intel® Matrix Storage Technology (Intel® MST) No
Intel® High Definition Audio (Intel® HD Audio) Yes
Intel 64 Yes
Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology Yes
Embedded options available No
Intel Iris Pro Graphics No
Intel Built-in Visuals Technology Yes
InTru™ 3D Technology No
Intel® Insider™ No
Intel® Clear Video HD Technology (Intel® CVT HD) Yes
Intel Clear Video Technology Yes
Intel VT-x with Extended Page Tables (EPT) Yes
Intel TSX-NI No
Idle States Yes
Thermal Monitoring Technologies Yes
Intel Stable Image Platform Program (SIPP) No
Intel® AES New Instructions (Intel® AES-NI) No
Intel® Secure Key Yes
Intel® OS Guard No
Intel Trusted Execution Technology No
Execute Disable Bit Yes
Intel HD Graphics Yes
Intel FDI Technology No
Intel Flex Memory Access No
Intel Fast Memory Access No
Intel® Smart Cache Yes
Intel Enhanced Halt State Yes
Intel Demand Based Switching No
Intel® Clear Video Technology for Mobile Internet Devices (Intel CVT for MID) Yes
Processor package size 40
Supported instruction sets SSE4.1, SSE4.2
Processor code SR1DV
CPU configuration (max) 1
UART Yes
Intel Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d) No
Intel Smart Connect Technology version 1.00
Intel Identity Protection Technology version 0.00
Intel Stable Image Platform Program (SIPP) version 0.00
Intel Secure Key Technology version 1.00
Intel Virtualization Technology (VT-x) Yes
Intel Small Business Advantage (SBA) version 0.00
Intel Smart Response Technology version 0.00
Intel ME Firmware Version 9.5
Intel TSX-NI version 0.00
Intel Dual Display Capable Technology No
Intel Rapid Storage Technology Yes
Intel Smart Response Technology No
Intel Turbo Boost Technology No
Intel Smart Connect Technology Yes
Intel® Hyper Threading Technology (Intel® HT Technology) No
Intel Quick Sync Video Technology Yes
Intel® My WiFi Technology (Intel® MWT) No
Intel® Identity Protection Technology (Intel® IPT) No
Intel® Anti-Theft Technology (Intel® AT) No

Power

Power supply 65 W

Weight & dimensions

Width 19 cm
Depth 19 cm
Height 5.62 cm
Weight 1.2 kg

Certificates

Certification BSMI/CB/CE/FCC/UL/Energy Star/VCCI
Energy Star certified Yes

Packaging content

Display included No
Keyboard supplied Yes
Mouse included Yes
Manual Yes
AC adapter included Yes

Other features

Intel® Virtualization Technology (Intel® VT) VT-x

ASUS

VivoPC VM42-S173Z Intel Celeron 2957U 2GB 32GB Win 10 Mini PC

Product Code: VM42-S173Z

£234.95 inc. VAT

Availability: In Stock

  • Intel Celeron
  • 2GB
  • 32GB