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PulseAudio

2017-01-06T22:15:40Z

Thenextdon13: /* Passthrough Mode */ - added details for pacmd/pactl commands to set card profile for hdmi-stereo and sink format

{{mininav|[[Audio]]|[[Linux audio]]}}
<section begin="intro" />This page goes into detail on using PulseAudio on Linux systems. PulseAudio is used when Kodi is installed in a desktop-environment rather than a dedicated/direct boot setup. PulseAudio allows normal video & audio playback in XBMC while at the same time allowing the user to get audio in their browser or other applications. It also allows Kodi playback of video or audio to be paused in order to run a game, Skype or similar. Kodi is set to only use PulseAudio if you have installed it and running.<section end="intro" />

== History ==
In the past users have experienced problems with audio not working within Kodi, because they were running a full-blown Ubuntu desktop environment with PulseAudio installed. This happened because PulseAudio blocked the device Kodi required, and audio playback only worked reliably when using the virtual Pulse device.

Our workaround for those users has been to uninstall PulseAudio which completely broke desktop audio.

For XBMC 13 'Gotham' and later (named Kodi since 14 'Helix') we wanted this situation to change, so thanks to the new '''PulseAudio Sink''' users now can run a normal Ubuntu desktop.

== PulseAudio Output Configuration ==
PulseAudio will be automatically detected and selected in Kodi when it is running.

PulseAudio can be run in one of two modes these are:

<big>'''Passthrough Mode'''</big>
Used if you want to passthrough (bitstream) AC3, DTS, and EAC3 to an AVR or other device. In order to allow passthrough to work with PulseAudio then it '''MUST''' be set to use a 2.0 channel configuration, despite the 2.0 setting this will still allow 5.1 audio from AC3, DTS, and EAC3.

{{Note| PulseAudio does not currently allow TrueHD or DTS-MA passthrough, this is a PulseAudio limitation and not a limitation of the Kodi implementation.}}

<big>'''Multichannel Mode'''</big>

Used if you want Multichannel PCM out, in this mode you can configure PulseAudio for up to 7.1 channels. In this mode Kodi must decode all audio formats to PCM for passing onto the PulseAudio, this can have the advantage of improve audio/video sync.

{{Note| Audio decoded to PCM and sent through PulseAudio the audio will not likely be "bit perfect". Where a video has TrueHD 7.1 audio, this can be decoded by Kodi to PCM 7.1, however DTS-HD 7.1 audio can't be decoded by Kodi, only the embedded DTS Core 5.1 can be decoded to PCM 5.1 audio. Als Pulseaudio will always open the number of channels you have configured. You can stop it doing upmixing (see Known issues), but it will still open all configured channels which makes Dolby Pro Logic II of your AVR not usable.}}

 

== Setting up pavucontrol ==

=== Passthrough Mode ===
{{bluev|'''IMPORTANT:'''|Passthrough is always exclusive mode. If you have another application hogging the device, e.g. google chrome or skype or something else, Passthrough won't work.}}
{{greenv|'''REMEMBER:'''| To use passthrough you need to be using '''2.0''' channel configuration via '''pavucontrol''' (e.g. Digital Stereo (HDMI)}}

In order to activate Passthrough Codecs, just setup pavucontrol, as in the following:

<gallery widths=500px heights=313px>
File:Passthrough2.png|<big>'''Step 1:'''</big> ''pavucontrol'' '''Output Settings.'''
File:Passthrough1.png|<big>'''Step 2:'''</big> ''pavucontrol'' '''Configuration.'''
</gallery>

If you like to do this from the command line, first, first identify the correct sound card ID:
'''pacmd list-cards'''

Look at the output to find the id of the card and the name/format of the profile you want to use (in this case, card ID is '''0''' and profile is '''output:hdmi-stereo''')
Once you've identified this information, set your output profile to the one for hdmi-stereo:
'''pacmd set-card-profile 0 output:hdmi-stereo'''

Then, obtain the sink ID you want to set formats on by inspecting output of:
'''pactl list sinks'''

Then set the sink format for the sink you want, as below (in this case '''0'''):
'''pactl set-sink-formats 0 "pcm; ac3-iec61937; dts-iec61937; eac3-iec61937"'''

You can leave out the codecs your AVR does not support, always keep pcm.

{{bluev|'''IMPORTANT:'''| If you have for example 5.1 flacs or other multichannel files, you can play them as AC3 streams, check the AC3 Transcoding setting.}}

{{redv|'''IMPORTANT:'''| Enabling ''' Sync Playback to Display ''' will disable PT silently. It makes zero sense to sync with a display clock while one cannot alter audio.}}

=== Multichannel Mode ===
{{greenv|'''REMEMBER:'''| When configuring pulse to use '''Multichannel configuration''' passthrough will be disabled}}
To configure instead Multi channel mode, do the following settings.

<gallery widths=500px heights=313px>
File:Lpcm2.png|<big>'''Step 1:'''</big> ''To alternatively configure Multi channel, check this:''.
File:Lpcm1.png|<big>'''Step 2:'''</big> The ''Add-on manager'', displaying four/five options (explained below).
</gallery>

=== Example setup in Kodi ===
{{orangev|'''GOOD TO KNOW:'''| Limit sample rate can be set to Fixed - between 48kHz ~ 192kHz or as Optimized and even Best match.}}

<gallery widths=500px heights=313px>
File:Xbmclpcm.png |<big>'''Step 1:'''</big> ''to be edited'' '''Output Settings.'''
File:Xbmcpaa1.png |<big>'''Step 2:'''</big> ''to be edited'' '''Configuration.'''
</gallery>

<gallery widths=500px heights=313px>
File:Xbmcpass2.png |<big>'''Step 1:'''</big> ''to be edited'' '''Output Settings.'''
File:Xbmcpass1.png |<big>'''Step 2:'''</big> ''to be edited'' '''Configuration.'''
</gallery>
{{-}}

=== Setup Guide ===
{{orangev|DEVICE ENUMERATION:| Kodi Enumerates Pulseaudio devices as SPDIF when you have '''Passthrough''' set. Otherwise its '''PCM Device'''. If '''Passthrough''' was not configured with pavucontrol - no '''Passthrough''' setting within Kodi will be available.}}
{{bluev|GOOD TO KNOW:|SPDIF has 2 pcm channels but can do virtual 5.1 formats like dts, ac3, eac3.}}
{{greenv|'''NOTICE'''|The following is meant to act as a guide to get you started, thus you may want to adjust things to suit your own particular set of equipment.}}
{| class="prettytable" style="text-align: center; color: black;"
!
! PC Speakers 2.0
! PC Speakers 5.1
! TV SPDIF 2.0
! TV SPDIF AC3 ('''1''')
! AVR SPDIF AC3/DTS ('''2''')
! AVR HDMI PCM ('''3''')
! AVR HDMI No HD Audio ('''4''')
! AVR HDMI Decode HD Audio ('''5''')
|-
! colspan="9"|'''PusleAudio Mode'''
|-
|
|Multichannel
|Multichannel
|Multichannel
|Passthrough
|Passthrough
|Multichannel
|Passthrough
|Multichannel
|-
! colspan="9"|'''Pavucontrol - Output Devices'''
|-
|align="left"|'''Port'''
|Speakers
|Speakers
|Digital Output (S/PDIF)
|Digital Output (S/PDIF)
|Digital Output (S/PDIF)
|HDMI/Displayport
|HDMI/Displayport
|HDMI/Displayport
|-
|align="left"|'''AC3'''
|N/A
|N/A
|Disabled
|Enabled
|Enabled
|Disabled
|Enabled
|Disabled
|-
|align="left"|'''EAC3'''
|N/A
|N/A
|Disabled
|Disabled
|Disabled
|Disabled
|Enabled
|Disabled
|-
|align="left"|'''DTS'''
|N/A
|N/A
|Disabled
|Disabled
|Enabled
|Disabled
|Enabled
|Disabled
|-
! colspan="9"|'''Pavucontrol - Configuration'''
|-
|align="left"|'''Profile'''
|Analog Stereo Output
|Analog Surround 5.1 Output
|Digital Stereo (IEC958) Output
|Digital Stereo (IEC958) Output
|Digital Stereo (IEC958) Output
|Digital Surround 5.1 (HDMI) Output
|Digital Stereo (HDMI) Output
|Digital Surround 7.1 (HDMI) Output
|-
!Colspan="9"|Kodi Settings
|-
|align="left"|'''Audio Output Device'''
|Speakers
|Speakers
|SPDIF
|SPDIF
|SPDIF
|HDMI
|HDMI
|HDMI
|-
|align="left"|'''Number of channels'''
|2.0
|5.1
|N/A
|N/A
|N/A
|5.1
|2.0
|7.1
|-
|align="left"|'''Enabled passthrough'''
|Disabled
|Disabled
|Disabled
|Enabled
|Enabled
|Disabled
|Enabled
|Disabled
|-
|align="left"|'''Passthrough output device'''
|N/A
|N/A
|N/A
|SPDIF
|SPDIF
|N/A
|HDMI
|N/A
|-
|align="left"|'''Dolby Digital (AC3) capable receiver'''
|N/A
|N/A
|N/A
|Enabled
|Enabled
|Disabled
|Enabled
|Disabled
|-
|align="left"|'''Enabled Dolby Digital transcoding'''
|N/A
|N/A
|N/A
|Enabled
|Enabled
|Disabled
|Enabled
|Disabled
|-
|align="left"|'''DTS capable receiver'''
|N/A
|N/A
|N/A
|Disabled
|Enabled
|Disabled
|Enabled
|Disabled
|-
|align="left"|'''TrueHD capable receiver'''
|N/A
|N/A
|N/A
|Disabled
|Disabled
|Disabled
|Disabled
|Disabled
|-
|align="left"|'''DTS-HD capable receiver'''
|N/A
|N/A
|N/A
|Disabled
|Disabled
|Disabled
|Disabled
|Dsiabled
|}

'''(1)''' Where TV can decode 5.1 AC3.

'''(2)''' Where AVR only has SPDIF which will support 5.1 AC3 & DTS.

'''(3)''' Where AVR can do 5.1 PCM.

'''(4)''' Where AVR has HDMI inputs but can't decode TrueHD or DTS-HD but does support 5.1 Ac3 or DTS.

'''(5)''' Where AVR has full decode capabilities including 7.1 PCM.

{{orangev|'''IMPORTANT:'''| You can only have '''AC3''', '''DTS''', '''EAC3''' passthrough '''if your Receiver supports it'''. Most '''TV's''' only support '''AC3'''. If you have a '''HDMI''' connection to your TV and '''from this TV''' a '''SPDIF/Optical''' connection to an '''AVR''', passthrough might not work at all.}}

== Combined Output aka dual audio==
If you want to output to all your attached devices in parallel, e.g. HDMI out, analog out and USB sound card, it is enough to do as below:

'''Step 1:''' Edit <code>/etc/pulse/default.pa</code>

<pre>load-module module-combine-sink sink_name=combined</pre>
'''Step 2: '''Restart pulseaudio.
<pre>killall pulseaudio</pre>

Kodi will then pickup the device, it is named '''combined'''.

{{orangev|'''Downside:'''| The dual audio sink will only output decoded audio, you cannot use it to have one slave doing AC3/DTS and the other PCM. If you use the combined sink for normal music you will realize that direct passthrough output for your movies won't be working anymore, too. This is a pulseaudio bug, cause the combine sink is not deconstructed fast enough internally while the passthrough opening is always exclusive. It will work however if your passthrough device is not part of the device combination. }}

== Audiophile Pulse User ==
Pulseaudio resamples everything that does not match the underlaying sink, so if you are an audiophile user, you perhaps want to hear your 96 / 192 khz and 24 bit recordings as exact as possible. Therefore you need to tell pulseaudio to use a better resampler in general and second change the default sample rate to 96 or 192 khz. Pulseaudio does not resample audio, that is already in the correct samplerate. Furthermore you need to take care, that your sink has a wide enough output format.

To do this configuration systemwide (96 khz in that example), change /etc/pulse/daemon.conf to include (please replace already existing lines and also remove the commenting):

<pre>
default-sample-format = s32le
default-sample-rate = 96000
resample-method = speex-float-5
</pre>

Some remark: This will actively make '''passthrough non working''', as we need s16le format for adding ac3 / dts / etc. float to the sink.

The last setting will increase the resample quality from pulse and therefore the CPU load quite a lot. Again: Resampling is only done, when the sink output does not match the data you throw onto it. But as most normal mp3s are in 44.1 khz, you need to take great care when upsampling them. The overwriting of the resample-method is for this use case.

{{orangev|'''Alternatively:'''| If you don't want any resampling outside Kodi, e.g. no resampling done extra by pulse, you need to configure the sink as told above and set Audio Engine to '''Fixed''' with the number of channels you configured pulseaudio via pavucontrol and samplerate of '''96 khz''' with resample quality high. In that combination Kodi will take care that files are resampled (e.g. 44.1 khz or 48 khz media) in the best possible quality. Already 96 khz files are not touched at all. }}

== FAQ ==

{| width="100%"
{{FAQ|1=When_would_I_want_Pulseaudio
| BGcolor=whitesmoke
| Question=When would I want PulseAudio?
| Answer=
You should use '''PulseAudio''' when:

* You use your Kodi computer mainly as your Desktop when you don't run XBMC.
* You want other applications audio like Skype, youtube, browser mail notification in parallel with Kodi.
* You use Kodi in windowed mode as Desktop player
* You use Pulseaudio as a network sink to stream Audio to other devices in your living room.
* Passthrough is nice to have for you, but to be honest - you don't really need it.
* Whenever you plugin your Bluetooth headset, Kodi audio will continue over this new device (when Default 'PULSE' device is chosen)
}}

{{FAQ|1=When_would_I_want_ALSA
| BGcolor=
| Question=When would I want ALSA?
| Answer=
You should use '''ALSA''' when:

* You use Kodi as your standalone media center.
* You are highly interested in bitperfect exclusive audio output.
* DTS-HD, TrueHD is something you use daily and is of high importance.
* You don't need other applications that would access audio in parallel.
}}

{{FAQ|1=Why_cant_I_have_both?
| BGcolor=whitesmoke
| Question=Why can't I have both?
| Answer=
* '''PulseAudio''' might hog your Audio device and you cannot open the '''ALSA''' device exclusively, therefore we decided for one or the other.
* Whenever '''PulseAudio''' is running your '''ALSA''' device that Kodi chooses, might be busy or even might vanish while you are using Kodi, when system sounds are playing and pulseaudio is trying to access the device again. Out of this reason we also won't implement a selection box to decide between '''ALSA''' and '''PULSE''', because it will actively harm users. Advanced Users can go with the workaround listed beneath.
}}

{{FAQ|1=Forcing_alsa
| BGcolor=
| Question=Can I force ALSA even with PulseAudio installed?
| Answer=
{{note|Doing so may cause problems!}}

Yes, you can - start Kodi from terminal with:
<pre>pasuspender -- env AE_SINK=ALSA kodi</pre>

'''pasuspender''' is a tool that can be used to tell a local PulseAudio sound server to temporarily suspend access to the audio devices, to allow other applications access them directly. pasuspender will suspend access to the audio devices, fork a child process, and when the child process terminates, resume access again.

You can also put the previous command in a custom .desktop-file.

Be warned as this will interfere with your Desktop sounds!
}}
|}
=== Known issues ===
When your audio is much too fast or crackles a lot or passthrough only produces noise, you might have a broken driver in use. If this is the case, try to add ''tsched=0'' to the udev loading section in /etc/pulse/default.pa to read like:

''load-module module-udev-detect tsched=0''

Audio devices are disappearing with pulseaudio 8.0 (Ubuntu 16.04) especially while running kodi and while using ''Adjust Refreshrate to match video''. This is an issue with the module-switch-on-port-available module and will be fixed with pulseaudio 9.0, the fix sadly won't probably make it into Ubuntu 16.04. As a workaround please disable that feature by editing /etc/pulse/default.pa and commenting or removing ''load-module module-switch-on-port-available'' and reboot the system.

''' Kodi v16 '''

When Pulseaudio is configured to be multi-channel output, e.g. 5.1 profile from within pavucontrol, 2.0 streams are automatically upmixed, no matter what setting you have chosen in Kodi. This is default pulseaudio server behaviour. You can workaround that by disabling ''enable-remixing'' in /etc/pulse/daemon.conf

''enable-remixing = no''

Beware: This will also forbid PA to remix e.g. FL,FR, LFE, FC, BL, BR into FL, FR, LFE, FC, SL, SR - which means you might loose your rears if your speaker layout is non standard.

''' Kodi v17 '''

Starting with the upcoming kodi v17 Krypton the above behaviour is taken care within kodi. You don't have to disable remixing in pulseaudio anymore. That means content is output without further remixing by pulseaudio server if a sane mapping is possible. Basically that means if the audio is FL, FR, FC, LFE, SL, SR and your speaker-mapping is FL, FR, FC, LFE, BL, BR we will resolve that and output 6 channels accordingly. Whenever we cannot map all input channels to the output we ask pulseaudio to do the mixing for us.

== HOW-TO ==

====[[PulseAudio/HOW-TO: Disable PulseAudio and use ALSA (without removing PulseAudio) for Ubuntu|HOW-TO: Disable PulseAudio and use ALSA (without removing PulseAudio) for Ubuntu]]====

== References ==
{{forum link2|[[forum:183436|Linux - Pulseaudio Sink]] Discussion and further information.}} 

[[Category:How-to]]
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Archive:Intel NUC

2017-01-02T18:36:12Z

Thenextdon13: /* Consumer IR */ - update to indicate that ite_cir is used for newer devices, mark that instructions are for models with nuvoton IR

{{mininav|[[Devices]]|[[x86 hardware]] }}
{{device notice}}

[[File:Intel NUC 4th Gen.jpg|300px|right]][[File:NUC.jpg|300px|right]]
<section begin="intro" />The Intel NUC is a series of small, awesome, [[x86 hardware]] based PCs that works fantastically as an HTPC. Can run a full desktop OS if desired. Reasonable starting price considering size and power. Uses Celeron to Core i5 CPUs. Can run fanless with a replacement heatsink case.<section end="intro" />

== Installing Kodi on an Intel NUC ==
{{See also|HOW-TO:Install KODI on an Intel NUC}}
Installing {{Kodi}} on the NUC is pretty much just like installing it on any other PC. Since most NUCs come as barebone kits you will also need to install an OS. If all you are using the NUC for is Kodi then you might want to consider an all-in-one solution like '''[[OpenELEC]]''', which has Kodi and OS and allows everything to be configured from within Kodi's interface.

== About the Intel NUC ==
NUCs are available with either Celeron, Core i3 or Core i5 processors. You will need to purchase your own RAM, mSATA SSD, and if desired/required, MiniPCIe WiFi card. All current NUCs have 2x SO-DIMM slots. Newest models based on the 6th-Generation Core processor require DDR4 SO-DIMMs (1.2V), and accept up to 32G RAM. Although NUC boards will work with DC power ranging from 12VDC~19VDC, NUC kits come with a 19VDC 65W switching power adapter. However, not all SKUs have the AC power cord included. There are multiple SKUs of the latest NUC models, each of which has a different type of AC power cord, depending on the country/region/plug type. Be sure to check NUC specs for storage and memory types and capacities, as this page may be out of date.

All NUCs are x86 and x64 OS capable. You can install Windows 7, 8 or just [[XBMCbuntu]] or [[OpenELEC]]. It doesn't matter. But if you don't need Netflix, SkyGO, then stick with OpenELEC or XBMCbuntu. They even have the internal pin headers for extra USB ports, but also for power switch, LEDs etc. More on this later.

{{collapse top|Click "Expand" to show full specs -->}}
=== Atom-based ===
There is one NUC model based on an Atom processor: DE3815TYKHE.

{| class="prettytable"
|-
| width="100" | Model Number
| width="250" align="center" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/nuc/nuc-kit-de3815tykhe.html DE3815TYKHE]
|-
| CPU
| align="center" | [http://ark.intel.com/sv/products/78476/Intel-Atom-Processor-E3815-1M-Cache-1_46-GHz Intel® Atom(TM) E3815] w/ HD Graphics (4 EUs)
|-
| RAM
| align="center" | DDR3L SO-DIMM 1.35V, 1333/1600 MHz (down clocked to 1066 MHz) 1x SO-DIMMs, 8 GB total max.
|-
| Display
| align="center" | 1x [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HDMI#Version_1.4 HDMI 1.4a], full-size 1x Embedded DisplayPort* (eDP) 1.3 (2 lanes with backlight and adjustable voltage/timings) 1x VGA
|-
| Mass Storage
| align="center" | 4-GB eMMC storage device built in Internal support for 2.5-inch HDD or SSD (up to 9.5mm thickness)
|-
| Ethernet
| align="center" | 1x RJ45, 10/100/1000 Mbps
|-
| WiFi
| align="center" | Half-length PCIe* mini-card slot and wireless antennas pre-assembled
|-
| Audio
| align="center" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/chipsets/high-definition-audio.html Intel HD Audio]; 7.1 digital audio via HDMI Back panel headphone/microphone jack
|-
| USB 2.0 Ports
| align="center" | 2x rear, 3x via internal pin header
|-
| USB 3.0 Ports
| align="center" | 1x front
|-
| Consumer IR Port
| align="center" | None
|-
| MiniPCIe Slots
| align="center" | 1x half-length
|-
| Included in-box
| align="center" | 12V, 36W wall-mount AC-DC power adapter (12-19V DC back panel power connector) Multi-country plugs (IEC types A/C/G/I) Vertical stand VESA mount bracket (75 x 75mm and 100 x 100mm compatible)

|-
| Chassis / Enclosure
| align="center" | Passive/fanless design Metallic gray plastic ring with black sides (190mm x 116mm x 40mm)
|-
| AC Power Cord
| align="center" | Not included
|-
| Manufacturer Links
| style="text-align: center;" |[http://www.intel.com/p/en_US/support/category/dsktpboards/dk-de3815tykhe/doc_guide Technical Documentation]
|}

Even with limited GPU power, this Atom-based Intel NUC works well with XBMC. There are few formats this device can't properly decode. This is a great fanless replacement of the [[Raspberry Pi]]. Compared to the other NUC models this ends up much cheaper (no additional harddrive is required because of the internal 4GB mSATA drive which without problems holds GNU/Linux with XBMC) and passive (totally silent) at the cost of CPU/GPU power.

A more comprehensive test can be found here: http://nucblog.net/2014/05/part-2-bay-trail-atom-nuc-as-htpc-de3815tykhe/

Demonstation with OpenELEC: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UXIYZjlrFic

=== Celeron-based ===
There are two NUC's based on a Celeron processor: the first-generation DCCP847DYE and the third-generation DN2820FYKH.

{| style="float: right; border: 1px solid #BBB; margin: .46em .2em;"
|- style="font-size: 86%;"
| valign="top" |[[File:DCCP847DYE.png|200px]] Intel Celeron-based NUC, DCCP847DYE
|-
|-
|- style="float: right; border: 1px solid #BBB; margin: .46em .2em;"
|- style="font-size: 86%;"
| valign="top" |[[File:DN2820FYKH.png|200px]] Intel Baytrail Celeron-based NUC, DN2820FYKH
|}

{| class="prettytable"
|-
| width="100" | Model Number
| width="250" align="center" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/motherboards/desktop-motherboards/desktop-kit-dccp847dye.html DCCP847DYE]
| width="250" align="center" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/nuc/nuc-board-dn2820fykh.html DN2820FYKH]
|-
| CPU
| align="center" | [http://ark.intel.com/products/56056/ Celeron 847] w/ HD Graphics (6 EUs)
| align="center" | [http://ark.intel.com/products/79052/Intel-Celeron-Processor-N2820-1M-Cache-up-to-2_39-GHz?wapkw=intel%C2%AE+celeron%C2%AE+processor+n2820 Celeron N2820] w/ HD Graphics (756 MHz)
|-
| RAM
| align="center" | Dual-channel DDR3 1333 MHz 2x SO-DIMMs, 16 GB total max.
| align="center" | Single-channel DDR3L 1066 MHz 1x SO-DIMMs, 8 GB total max.
|-
| Chipset
| align="center" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/chipsets/performance-chipsets/mobile-chipset-qs77.html Intel QS77]
| align="center" | N/A; [http://software.intel.com/en-us/articles/an-introduction-to-the-intel-4th-generation-core-processor CPU is an SoC]
|-
| Display
| align="center" | 2x [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HDMI#Version_1.4 HDMI 1.4a], full-size
| align="center" | 1x [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HDMI#Version_1.4 HDMI 1.4a], full-size
|-
| Mass Storage
| align="center" | mSATA SSD support via 1x full-length MiniPCIe slot
| align="center" | 2.5" SSD or HDD w/ 9.5mm max height SATA data and power connectors provided
|-
| Ethernet
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | 1x RJ45, 10/100/1000 Mbps
|-
| WiFi
| align="center" | 2x dual-band WiFi antennas embedded in enclosure
| align="center" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/wireless-products/dual-band-wireless-n-7260-bluetooth-brief.html Intel Wireless-N 7260BN] w/ BT 4.0 preinstalled 2x dual-band WiFi antennas embedded in enclosure
|-
| Audio
| align="center" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/chipsets/high-definition-audio.html Intel HD Audio]; 7.1 digital audio via HDMI
| align="center" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/chipsets/high-definition-audio.html Intel HD Audio]; 7.1 digital audio via HDMI Rear-panel 3.5mm headset jack
|-
| USB 2.0 Ports
| align="center" | 2x rear, 1x front, 2x via internal pin header
| align="center" | 2x rear
|-
| USB 3.0 Ports
| align="center" | None
| align="center" | 1x front
|-
| Consumer IR Port
| align="center" | None
| align="center" | Front Panel
|-
| MiniPCIe Slots
| align="center" | 1x full-length, 1x half-length
| align="center" | 1x half-length, used by WiFi card
|-
| Included in-box
| align="center" | Fan/heatsink, 19VDC 65W AC adapter, VESA mount
| align="center" | Fan/heatsink, 12VDC 36W wall-mount AC adapter w/ 4x multi-country plugs, VESA mount
|-
| Chassis / Enclosure
| align="center" | Plastic & aluminum, 4.59” × 4.41” × 1.55” (116.6mm × 112.0mm × 39.0mm)
| align="center" | Plastic & aluminum, 4.59” × 4.41” × 2.03” (116.6mm × 112.0mm × 51.5mm)
|-
| AC Power Cord
| align="center" | Not included
| align="center" | NA; AC adapter is wall-mount
|-
| Manufacturer Links
| style="text-align: center;" |[http://www.intel.com/p/en_US/support/category/dsktpboards/dk-dccp847dye/doc_guide?format-type=Technical+Documents Technical Documentation] 
[http://downloadcenter.intel.com/SearchResult.aspx?lang=eng&ProductFamily=Desktop+Boards&ProductLine=Intel%C2%AE+NUC+Boards+and+Kits&ProductProduct=Intel%C2%AE+NUC+Kit+DCCP847DYE Latest BIOS and Drivers] 
[http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/desktops/desktop-kit-dccp847dye-interactive-layout-demo-video.html Interactive Product Layout]
| style="text-align: center;" |[http://www.intel.com/p/en_US/support/category/dsktpboards/dk-dn2820fyk/doc_guide?format-type=Technical+Documents Technical Documentation] 
[http://downloadcenter.intel.com/Product_Filter.aspx?ProductID=3782 Latest BIOS and Drivers]
|}

* The 2820 Baytrail will not bitstream HD Audio under Windows OS. This is a driver limitation as they don't support the PAP [Protected Audio Path] But under Linux, Ubuntu, openELEC. They work fine!

The Celeron-based NUC can play everything Kodi can including 1080p SBS 3D. It will struggle with full frame packed 3D. Boot up time direct into Kodi is less than 10 seconds. It is entirely possible to create a system with an 32GB mSATA SSD and 4GB RAM, which will be overkill when you want to run OpenELEC but might be interesting in case you are considering a Windows build. For a cheap alternative with upgrade potential, you could use the internal USB headers to run the entire system from a USB stick. If you read the [http://forum.kodi.tv/showthread.php?tid=140534 NUC thread], there are screen caps of prices to help you compare to today's prices.

Skinswise, Confluence, Ace or Bello are wonderful to use and very fluid. Once you start using the heavier skins that utilise many addons, such as Aeon Nox, MQ3, MQ4 you will notice they run smooth but not as fluid as what can be enjoyed on the i3 & i5 models.

=== Core i3-based ===
There are six different NUCs equipped with Core i3 processors. The table below shows the similarities and differences:
{| class="prettytable"
|-
| width="100" | Model Number
| width="250" align="center" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/motherboards/desktop-motherboards/desktop-kit-dc3217by.html DC3217BY]
| width="250" align="center" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/motherboards/desktop-motherboards/desktop-kit-dc3217iye.html DC3217IYE]
| width="250" align="center" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/nuc/nuc-kit-d34010wyk.html D34010WYK]
| width="250" align="center" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/nuc/nuc-kit-d34010wykh.html D34010WYKH]
| width="250" align="center" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/nuc/nuc-kit-nuc5i3ryk.html NUC5I3RYK]
| width="250" align="center" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/nuc/nuc-kit-nuc5i3ryh.html NUC5I3RYH]
|-
| CPU
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | [http://ark.intel.com/products/65697/ i3-3217U] w/ HD Graphics 4000
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | [http://ark.intel.com/products/75107/ i3-4010U] w/ HD Graphics 4400
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | [http://ark.intel.com/products/75107/ i3-5010U] w/ HD Graphics 5500
|-
| RAM
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | Dual-channel DDR3 1333/1600 MHz 2x SO-DIMMs, 16 GB total max.
| colspan="4" style="text-align: center;" | Dual-channel 1.35V DDR3L 1333/1600 MHz 2x SO-DIMMs, 16 GB total max.
|-
| Chipset
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/chipsets/performance-chipsets/mobile-chipset-qs77.html Intel QS77]
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | N/A; [http://software.intel.com/en-us/articles/an-introduction-to-the-intel-4th-generation-core-processor CPU is an SoC]
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | N/A; CPU is an SoC
|-
| Display
| style="text-align: center;" | 1x [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HDMI#Version_1.4 HDMI 1.4a], full-size 1x [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Thunderbolt_(interface) Thunderbolt] / [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MiniDP Mini DisplayPort 1.1a]
| style="text-align: center;" | 2x [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HDMI#Version_1.4 HDMI 1.4a], full-size
| colspan="4" style="text-align: center;" | 1x [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HDMI#Version_1.4 MiniHDMI 1.4a] 1x [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MiniDP Mini DisplayPort 1.2]
|-
| width="100" | Mass storage
| width="250" align="center" | mSATA SSD support via 1x full-length MiniPCIe slot
| width="250" align="center" | mSATA SSD support via 1x full-length MiniPCIe slot
| width="250" align="center" | mSATA SSD support via 1x full-length MiniPCIe slot
| width="250" align="center" | 2.5" SSD or HDD w/ 9.5mm max height SATA data and power connectors provided and mSATA SSD support via 1x full-length MiniPCIe slot
| width="250" align="center" | M.2 SSD
| width="250" align="center" | M.2 SSD and 2.5" SSD or HDD w/ 9.5mm max height SATA data and power connectors provided
|-
| Ethernet
| style="text-align: center;" | None
| colspan="5" style="text-align: center;" | 1x RJ45, 10/100/1000 Mbps
|-
| Consumer IR Receiver
| colspan="2" align="center" | None
| colspan="4" align="center" | Front panel
|-
| WiFi Antennae
| colspan="4" style="text-align: center;" | 2x dual-band, embedded in enclosure
| colspan="4" style="text-align: center;" | Bluetooth 4.0
|-
| Audio
| style="text-align: center;" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/chipsets/high-definition-audio.html Intel HD Audio]; 7.1 digital audio via [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HDMI#Version_1.4 HDMI] and
[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Thunderbolt_(interface) Thunderbolt]/[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MiniDP Mini DisplayPort]
| style="text-align: center;" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/chipsets/high-definition-audio.html Intel HD Audio]; 7.1 digital audio via [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HDMI#Version_1.4 HDMI]
| colspan="4" style="text-align: center;" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/chipsets/high-definition-audio.html Intel HD Audio]; 7.1 digital audio via [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HDMI#Version_1.4 HDMI] and [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MiniDP Mini DisplayPort] Front-panel 3.5mm headset jack
|-
| USB 2.0 Ports
| style="text-align: center;" | 2x rear, 1x front
| style="text-align: center;" | 2x rear, 1x front 2x via internal pin header
| colspan="4" style="text-align: center;" | 2x via internal pin header
|-
| USB 3.0 Ports
| style="text-align: center;" | None
| style="text-align: center;" | None
| colspan="4" style="text-align: center;" | 2x rear, 2x front
|-
| MiniPCIe Slots
| colspan="4" style="text-align: center;" | 1x full-length w/ [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Serial_ATA#Mini-SATA_.28mSATA.29 mSATA] support, 1x half-length
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | 1x M.2 slot with PCIe X4 lanes

|-
| Included in-box
| colspan="6" style="text-align: center;" | Fan/heatsink, 19VDC 65W AC adapter, VESA mount
|-
| Chassis / Enclosure
| colspan="2" align="center" | Plastic & aluminum, 4.59” × 4.41” × 1.55” (116.6mm × 112.0mm × 39.0mm)
| align="center" | Plastic & aluminum, 4.59" x 4.41" x 1.36" (116.6mm x 112.0mm x 34.5mm)
| align="center" | Plastic & aluminum, 4.59" x 4.41" x 1.95" (116.6mm x 112.0mm x 49.5mm)
| colspan="2" align="center" | Plastic & aluminum, 4.52" x 4.37" x 1.36" (115mm × 111mm × 34.5mm)

|-
| AC Power Cord
| colspan="2" align="center" | Not included
| colspan="4" align="center" | Included in some SKUs
|-
| Manufacturer Links
| style="text-align: center;" | [http://www.intel.com/p/en_US/support/category/dsktpboards/dk-dc3217by/doc_guide?format-type=Technical+Documents Technical Documentation] [http://www.intel.com/p/en_US/support/highlights/dsktpboards/dk-dc3217by Latest BIOS and Drivers] [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/desktops/desktop-kit-dc3217by-interactive-layout-demo-video.html Interactive Product Layout]
| style="text-align: center;" | [http://www.intel.com/p/en_US/support/category/dsktpboards/dk-dc3217iye/doc_guide?format-type=Technical+Documents Technical Documentation] [http://downloadcenter.intel.com/SearchResult.aspx?lang=eng&ProductFamily=Desktop+Boards&ProductLine=Intel%C2%AE+NUC+Boards+and+Kits&ProductProduct=Intel%C2%AE+NUC+Kit+DC3217IYE Latest BIOS and Drivers] [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/desktops/desktop-board-dc3217iye-interactive-layout-demo-video.html Interactive Product Layout]
| style="text-align: center;" | [http://www.intel.com/p/en_US/support/category/dsktpboards/dk-d34010wyk/doc_guide Technical Documentation] [http://downloadcenter.intel.com/SearchResult.aspx?lang=eng&ProductFamily=Desktop+Boards&ProductLine=Intel%C2%AE+NUC+Boards+and+Kits&ProductProduct=Intel%C2%AE+NUC+Kit+D34010WYK Latest BIOS and Drivers] [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/nuc/nuc-kit-d34010wyk-interactive-layout-demo-video.html Interactive Product Layout]
| style="text-align: center;" | [http://www.intel.com/p/en_US/support/category/dsktpboards/dk-d34010wyk/doc_guide Technical Documentation] [http://downloadcenter.intel.com/SearchResult.aspx?lang=eng&ProductFamily=Desktop+Boards&ProductLine=Intel%C2%AE+NUC+Boards+and+Kits&ProductProduct=Intel%C2%AE+NUC+Kit+D34010WYK Latest BIOS and Drivers] [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/nuc/nuc-kit-D34010WYKH-interactive-layout-demo-video.html Interactive Product Layout]
| style="text-align: center;" | [http://www.intel.com/p/en_US/support/category/dsktpboards/nuc5i3ryh/doc_guide Technical Documentation] [https://downloadcenter.intel.com/SearchResult.aspx?ProdId=3851 Latest BIOS and Drivers]
| style="text-align: center;" | [http://www.intel.com/p/en_US/support/category/dsktpboards/nuc5i3ryk/doc_guide Technical Documentation] [https://downloadcenter.intel.com/SearchResult.aspx?ProdId=3852 Latest BIOS and Drivers]
|}

Can software decode most formats if needed. Does everything the Celeron can do and full frame packed 3D. Good for an HTPC that also needs light gaming and maybe some more heavy Windows applications. If you don't need those things, then you might want to stick with the Celeron to save some money.

{| border: 1px solid #BBB; margin: .46em .2em;"
|- style="font-size: 86%;"
| valign="top" align="center" |[[File:DC3217BY.png|200px]] Intel NUC based on the 3rd-Gen Core i3 DC3217BY
| valign="top" align="center" |[[File:DC3217IYE.png|200px]] Intel NUC based on the 3rd-Gen Core i3 DC3217IYE
| valign="top" align="center" |[[File:D34010WYK.png|200px]] Intel NUC based on the 4th-Gen Core i3 D34010WYK
| valign="top" align="center" |[[File:D34010WYKH.png|200px]] Intel NUC based on the 4th-Gen Core i3 D34010WYKH
|}

=== Core i5-based ===
There are three NUCs models with Core i5 processors. The table below shows the similarities and differences:
{| class="prettytable"
|-
| width="100" | Model Number
| width="250" align="center" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/motherboards/desktop-motherboards/desktop-kit-dc53427hye.html DC53427HYE]
| width="250" align="center" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/nuc/nuc-kit-d54250wyk.html D54250WYK]
| width="250" align="center" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/nuc/nuc-kit-d54250wykh.html D54250WYKH]
| width="250" align="center" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/nuc/nuc-kit-nuc5i5myhe-board-nuc5i5mybe.html NUC5I5MYHE]
| width="250" align="center" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/nuc/nuc-kit-nuc5i5ryh.html NUC5I5RYH]
| width="250" align="center" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/nuc/nuc-kit-nuc5i5ryk.html NUC5I5RYK]
|-
| CPU
| style="text-align: center;" | [http://ark.intel.com/products/64903/ i5-3427U] [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/architecture-and-technology/vpro/vpro-technology-general.html vPro] w/ HD Graphics 4000
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | [http://ark.intel.com/products/75028/ i5-4250U] w/ HD Graphics 5000
| colspan="3" style="text-align: center;" | [http://ark.intel.com/products/75107/ i3-5010U] w/ HD Graphics 5500
|-
| RAM
| style="text-align: center;" | Dual-channel DDR3 1333/1600 MHz 2x SO-DIMMs, 16 GB total max.
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | Dual-channel 1.35V DDR3L 1333/1600 MHz 2x SO-DIMMs, 16 GB total max.
|-
| Chipset
| style="text-align: center;" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/chipsets/performance-chipsets/mobile-chipset-qs77.html Intel QS77]
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | N/A; [http://software.intel.com/en-us/articles/an-introduction-to-the-intel-4th-generation-core-processor CPU is an SoC]
|-
| Display
| style="text-align: center;" | 1x [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HDMI#Version_1.4 HDMI 1.4a], full-size 2x [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MiniDP Mini DisplayPort 1.1a]
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | 1x [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HDMI#Version_1.4 MiniHDMI 1.4a] 1x [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MiniDP Mini DisplayPort 1.2]
|-
| Ethernet
| colspan="3" style="text-align: center;" | 1x RJ45, 10/100/1000 Mbps
|-
| Consumer IR Receiver
| align="center" | None
| colspan="2" align="center" | Front panel
|-
| WiFi Antennae
| colspan="3" style="text-align: center;" | 2x dual-band, embedded in enclosure
|-
| Audio
| style="text-align: center;" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/chipsets/high-definition-audio.html Intel HD Audio]; 7.1 digital audio via [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HDMI#Version_1.4 HDMI] and [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MiniDP Mini DisplayPort]
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/chipsets/high-definition-audio.html Intel HD Audio]; 7.1 digital audio via [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HDMI#Version_1.4 HDMI], [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MiniDP Mini DisplayPort] and front-panel 3.5mm headset jack
|-
| USB 2.0 Ports
| style="text-align: center;" | 2x rear, 2x via internal pin header
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | 2x via internal pin header
|-
| USB 3.0 Ports
| style="text-align: center;" | 1x front
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | 2x rear, 2x front
|-
| MiniPCIe Slots
| colspan="3" style="text-align: center;" | 1x full-length w/ [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Serial_ATA#Mini-SATA_.28mSATA.29 mSATA] support, 1x half-length
|-
| Included in-box
| colspan="3" style="text-align: center;" | Fan/heatsink, 19VDC 65W AC adapter, VESA mount
|-
| Chassis / Enclosure
| align="center" | Plastic & aluminum, 4.59” × 4.41” × 1.55” (116.6mm × 112.0mm × 39.0mm)
| align="center" | Plastic & aluminum, 4.59" x 4.41" x 1.36" (116.6mm x 112.0mm x 34.5mm)
| align="center" | Plastic & aluminum, 4.59" x 4.41" x 1.95" (116.6mm x 112.0mm x 49.5mm)
|-
| AC Power Cord
| align="center" | Not included
| colspan="2" align="center" | Included in some SKUs
|-
| Manufacturer Links
| style="text-align: center;" | [http://www.intel.com/p/en_US/support/category/dsktpboards/dk-dc53427hye/doc_guide Technical Documentation] [http://downloadcenter.intel.com/SearchResult.aspx?lang=eng&ProductFamily=Desktop+Boards&ProductLine=Intel%C2%AE+NUC+Boards+and+Kits&ProductProduct=Intel%C2%AE+NUC+Kit+DC53427HYE Latest BIOS and Drivers] [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/nuc/dc53427hye-interactive-layout-demo-video.html Interactive Product Layout]
| style="text-align: center;" | [http://www.intel.com/p/en_US/support/category/dsktpboards/dk-d54250wyk/doc_guide Technical Documentation] [http://downloadcenter.intel.com/SearchResult.aspx?lang=eng&ProductFamily=Desktop+Boards&ProductLine=Intel%C2%AE+NUC+Boards+and+Kits&ProductProduct=Intel%C2%AE+NUC+Kit+D54250WYK Latest BIOS and Drivers] [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/nuc/nuc-kit-d54250wyk-interactive-layout-demo-video.html Interactive Product Layout]
| style="text-align: center;" | [http://www.intel.com/p/en_US/support/category/dsktpboards/dk-d54250wyk/doc_guide Technical Documentation] [http://downloadcenter.intel.com/SearchResult.aspx?lang=eng&ProductFamily=Desktop+Boards&ProductLine=Intel%C2%AE+NUC+Boards+and+Kits&ProductProduct=Intel%C2%AE+NUC+Kit+D54250WYK Latest BIOS and Drivers] [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/nuc/nuc-kit-d54250wykh-interactive-layout-demo-video.html Interactive Product Layout]
|}

{| border: 1px solid #BBB; margin: .46em .2em;"
|- style="font-size: 86%;"
| valign="top" align="center" |[[File:DC53427HYE.png|200px]] Intel NUC based on the 3rd-Gen Core i5 DC53427HYE
| valign="top" align="center" |[[File:D54250WYK.png|200px]] Intel NUC based on the 4th-Gen Core i5 D54250WYK
| valign="top" align="center" |[[File:D54250WYKH.png|200px]] Intel NUC based on the 4th-Gen Core i5 D54250WYKH
|}
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== Known issues ==
=== Windows ===
* Having graphical UI corruption with a NUC that uses Intel HD4000 graphics? Try updating the graphics drivers: https://downloadcenter.intel.com/

* The 2820 Baytrail will not bitstream HD Audio under Windows OS. This is a driver limitation as they don't support the PAP [Protected Audio Path] But under Linux, Ubuntu, openELEC. They work fine!

=== Hi10P / 10bit ===
{{Main|Hi10P}}
The first stable version with Hi10P support is Kodi v12 (Frodo). Multi-core software decoding is essential on the Celeron NUC, which is available in normal [[OpenELEC]] builds and [[development builds]] for Windows.

The Celeron 847 NUC can play most 10bit anime near flawlessly (as shown [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=myvNa9Sk0Y4 here] ). Frames might start dropping at around 18Mbps, but common anime releases seem to have no significant issues. For more info, see [http://forum.kodi.tv/showthread.php?tid=171981 this thread] on the Kodi forum.

=== Unreliable Wireless Devices attached to USB 3.0 ports ===
* Use a USB extension cable to move the device as far away from the USB port as possible. USB 3.0 can cause wireless interference. [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/io/universal-serial-bus/usb3-frequency-interference-paper.html Intel has released a whitepaper documenting the issue.]

== Mods ==
Here are some mods the community has done.
=== IR mods ===
Here's one user's mod to add IR: http://forum.kodi.tv/showthread.php?tid=166886

He added http://www.simerec.com which is ON/OFF capability via remote, and added in IR from a Microsoft USB RC6 IR receiver. Plenty of pics and detailed description. Even the holes were covered with [http://lightdims.com LightDims], which worked fantastically.

Many of the newer NUCs come with built in CIR (consumer Infrared).

=== Fanless cases ===
There are several fanless cases available for the NUC:

Logic Supply offers a fanless case, the [http://www.logicsupply.com/components/cases/fanless/ml300/ ML300], compatible with the following Intel NUC motherboards: [http://www.logicsupply.com/components/motherboards/intel-core/dcp847ske/ DCP847SKE], [http://www.logicsupply.com/components/motherboards/intel-core/d33217gke/ D33217GKE], and [http://www.logicsupply.com/components/motherboards/intel-core/d53427rke/ D53427RKE]. The fully configured system is also available, the [http://www.logicsupply.com/computers/processor/intel-core/core-ml300/ Core-ML300].

The Haswell version, the [http://www.logicsupply.com/components/cases/fanless/ml320/ ML320] is in production available to pre-order as well as the fully configured system version, the [http://www.logicsupply.com/computers/processor/intel-core/core-ml320/ Core-ML320].

You can also buy fanless cases for these NUCs: http://www.impactics.com/d1nu1-b/

White model with RC6 USB receiver plugged into front of it: http://postimg.org/image/klk0h6yp3/

== Other tips, tricks, and advice ==
=== Linux ===
==== Bootloader ====
info on what you choose when installing archboot when you do a UEFI install?

I used a GPT layout with GRUB as bootloader. Here's my partition info:

<code>$ sudo gdisk -l /dev/sda</code>

GPT fdisk (gdisk) version 0.8.7
<poem>
Partition table scan:
MBR: protective
BSD: not present
APM: not present
GPT: present

Found valid GPT with protective MBR; using GPT.
Disk /dev/sda: 125045424 sectors, 59.6 GiB
Logical sector size: 512 bytes
Disk identifier (GUID): 783A3002-626F-49A1-85D1-12225885803E
Partition table holds up to 128 entries
First usable sector is 34, last usable sector is 125045390
Partitions will be aligned on 2048-sector boundaries
Total free space is 4062 sectors (2.0 MiB)

Number Start (sector) End (sector) Size Code Name
1 2048 6143 2.0 MiB EF02 BIOS_GRUB
2 8192 1056767 512.0 MiB EF00 UEFI_SYSTEM
3 1056768 3153919 1024.0 MiB 8300 SWAP
4 3153920 125045390 58.1 GiB 8300 BTRFS[/code]

The BIOS_GRUB partition is not really needed, I just added it in case I wanted to install to MBR and still use GPT. The UEFI_SYSTEM partition is mounted to /boot/efi. Look at the GRUB page in the Arch wiki, it has pretty good instructions.
</poem>

==== Consumer IR ====
Enabling the build-in Consumer IR (CIR) is not (completely) straightforward and needs some editing in the configuration files. Most of the commands below must be run as root, or using `sudo`.

The Intel NUC CIR is supported by the nuvoton_cir (older models) or ite_cir (6th gen models, possibly others) kernel modules. Some (required) updates to nuvoton_cir are added to Linux kernel 3.15 [https://communities.intel.com/message/233970#233970]. So first update to Linux 3.15, if required.

{{bluev|'''NOTE'''|''The below information is reguarding older models using the nuvoton_cir module. You can tell which CIR you have by running }}

<pre>dmesg | grep CIR</pre>

For Ubuntu the kernel packages are available at [http://kernel.ubuntu.com/~kernel-ppa/mainline/v3.15-utopic/ http://kernel.ubuntu.com/~kernel-ppa/mainline].
Download either the amd64 or i386 version of the generic image and the all headers packages in a separate directory. Download and install using:
<pre>$ mkdir linux3.15
$ cd linux3.15
$ wget -O headers.deb http://kernel.ubuntu.com/~kernel-ppa/mainline/v3.15-utopic/linux-headers-3.15.0-031500_3.15.0-031500.201406131105_all.deb
$ wget -O image.deb http://kernel.ubuntu.com/~kernel-ppa/mainline/v3.15-utopic/linux-image-3.15.0-031500-generic_3.15.0-031500.201406131105_amd64.deb
$ dpkg -i *.deb</pre>
You will need to change the download URLs to match the correct version and processor type.
Reboot and you should be running the Linux kernel 3.15, check with
<pre>$ uname -r
3.15.0-031500rc8-generic</pre>

The same [https://communities.intel.com/message/231175#2311750 Intel forum thread] also shows the workaround to actually enable the novuton_cir driver for the CIR.
Create a new file /etc/rc2.d/S18fix-cir using your favorite editor with this content:
<pre>#! /bin/sh
#
# Fix for Consumer IR device, see https://communities.intel.com/thread/46259
modprobe -r nuvoton-cir
echo "auto" > /sys/bus/acpi/devices/NTN0530\:00/physical_node/resources
modprobe nuvoton-cir</pre>

Make the new file executable using:
<pre>$ chmod +x /etc/rc2.d/S18fix-cir</pre>

The system log should show something similar to these lines after rebooting:
<pre>$ dmesg | grep -i Nuvoton
[ 3.491310] nuvoton-cir 00:08: [io 0x0240-0x024f]
[ 3.491326] nuvoton-cir 00:08: unable to assign resources
[ 3.491330] nuvoton-cir 00:08: Could not activate PNP device!
# Note that at this point the S18fix-cir script kicks in, reloading the nuvoton_cir module with the 'fix'
[ 4.147173] nuvoton-cir 00:08: [io 0x0240-0x024f]
[ 4.147217] nuvoton-cir 00:08: [irq 3]
[ 4.147223] nuvoton-cir 00:08: [io 0x0250-0x025f]
[ 4.147862] nuvoton-cir 00:08: activated
[ 4.174957] input: Nuvoton w836x7hg Infrared Remote Transceiver as /devices/pnp0/00:08/rc/rc0/input10
[ 4.175091] rc0: Nuvoton w836x7hg Infrared Remote Transceiver as /devices/pnp0/00:08/rc/rc0
[ 4.203370] nuvoton_cir: driver has been successfully loaded
[ 4.208858] input: MCE IR Keyboard/Mouse (nuvoton-cir) as /devices/virtual/input/input11
[ 4.217123] rc rc0: lirc_dev: driver ir-lirc-codec (nuvoton-cir) registered at minor = 0</pre>

Next install lirc:
<pre>$ apt-get install lirc</pre>
It does not really matter what IR receiver is chosen as the required one is not available, so choose None for both the receiver and the transmitter.

Now open /etc/lirc/hardware.conf in you favorite editor and modify it, so it contains these settings (find the correct locations and modify them):
<pre>REMOTE="Nuvoton Transceivers/Remotes"
REMOTE_MODULES="lirc_dev nuvoton_cir"
REMOTE_DRIVER="default"
REMOTE_DEVICE="/dev/lirc0"
REMOTE_SOCKET=""
REMOTE_LIRCD_CONF=""
REMOTE_LIRCD_ARGS=""
START_LIRCD="true"
LOAD_MODULES="false"
</pre>
(the other settings are not important)

Now the CIR device should be supported by lirc. Time to [[HOW-TO:Setup Lirc|configure your remote]]

== Links ==
* http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/motherboards/desktop-motherboards/nuc.html - Intel's NUC product page
* [[Wikipedia:Next Unit of Computing]] - Wikipedia page on the NUC
* http://forum.kodi.tv/showthread.php?tid=140534 - Kodi NUC resource thread
* http://www.impactics.com/d1nu1-b/ - impactics fanless NUC case
* http://forum.kodi.tv/showthread.php?tid=166886 - Celeron NUC with mods
* http://www.simerec.com - install IR on/off capabilities (NUC can sleep/wake without mods)
* http://www.intel.com/content/dam/www/public/us/en/documents/guides/nuc-i3-home-theater-solution-guide.pdf - Intel's NUC + Kodi setup guide
* http://www.logicsupply.com/components/cases/nuc/ - Logic Supply NUC Cases
* http://www.logicsupply.com/computers/feature/nuc/ - Logic Supply NUC Computers

== Random notes ==
{{large|''Feel free to place various notes, tips, and links here. As this section of the wiki gets more organized, those notes will be properly sorted. Consider this like a dumping ground for when you're not sure where to put something.''}}

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Archive:Intel NUC

2017-01-02T18:26:39Z

Thenextdon13: /* IR mods */

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[[File:Intel NUC 4th Gen.jpg|300px|right]][[File:NUC.jpg|300px|right]]
<section begin="intro" />The Intel NUC is a series of small, awesome, [[x86 hardware]] based PCs that works fantastically as an HTPC. Can run a full desktop OS if desired. Reasonable starting price considering size and power. Uses Celeron to Core i5 CPUs. Can run fanless with a replacement heatsink case.<section end="intro" />

== Installing Kodi on an Intel NUC ==
{{See also|HOW-TO:Install KODI on an Intel NUC}}
Installing {{Kodi}} on the NUC is pretty much just like installing it on any other PC. Since most NUCs come as barebone kits you will also need to install an OS. If all you are using the NUC for is Kodi then you might want to consider an all-in-one solution like '''[[OpenELEC]]''', which has Kodi and OS and allows everything to be configured from within Kodi's interface.

== About the Intel NUC ==
NUCs are available with either Celeron, Core i3 or Core i5 processors. You will need to purchase your own RAM, mSATA SSD, and if desired/required, MiniPCIe WiFi card. All current NUCs have 2x SO-DIMM slots. Newest models based on the 6th-Generation Core processor require DDR4 SO-DIMMs (1.2V), and accept up to 32G RAM. Although NUC boards will work with DC power ranging from 12VDC~19VDC, NUC kits come with a 19VDC 65W switching power adapter. However, not all SKUs have the AC power cord included. There are multiple SKUs of the latest NUC models, each of which has a different type of AC power cord, depending on the country/region/plug type. Be sure to check NUC specs for storage and memory types and capacities, as this page may be out of date.

All NUCs are x86 and x64 OS capable. You can install Windows 7, 8 or just [[XBMCbuntu]] or [[OpenELEC]]. It doesn't matter. But if you don't need Netflix, SkyGO, then stick with OpenELEC or XBMCbuntu. They even have the internal pin headers for extra USB ports, but also for power switch, LEDs etc. More on this later.

{{collapse top|Click "Expand" to show full specs -->}}
=== Atom-based ===
There is one NUC model based on an Atom processor: DE3815TYKHE.

{| class="prettytable"
|-
| width="100" | Model Number
| width="250" align="center" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/nuc/nuc-kit-de3815tykhe.html DE3815TYKHE]
|-
| CPU
| align="center" | [http://ark.intel.com/sv/products/78476/Intel-Atom-Processor-E3815-1M-Cache-1_46-GHz Intel® Atom(TM) E3815] w/ HD Graphics (4 EUs)
|-
| RAM
| align="center" | DDR3L SO-DIMM 1.35V, 1333/1600 MHz (down clocked to 1066 MHz) 1x SO-DIMMs, 8 GB total max.
|-
| Display
| align="center" | 1x [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HDMI#Version_1.4 HDMI 1.4a], full-size 1x Embedded DisplayPort* (eDP) 1.3 (2 lanes with backlight and adjustable voltage/timings) 1x VGA
|-
| Mass Storage
| align="center" | 4-GB eMMC storage device built in Internal support for 2.5-inch HDD or SSD (up to 9.5mm thickness)
|-
| Ethernet
| align="center" | 1x RJ45, 10/100/1000 Mbps
|-
| WiFi
| align="center" | Half-length PCIe* mini-card slot and wireless antennas pre-assembled
|-
| Audio
| align="center" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/chipsets/high-definition-audio.html Intel HD Audio]; 7.1 digital audio via HDMI Back panel headphone/microphone jack
|-
| USB 2.0 Ports
| align="center" | 2x rear, 3x via internal pin header
|-
| USB 3.0 Ports
| align="center" | 1x front
|-
| Consumer IR Port
| align="center" | None
|-
| MiniPCIe Slots
| align="center" | 1x half-length
|-
| Included in-box
| align="center" | 12V, 36W wall-mount AC-DC power adapter (12-19V DC back panel power connector) Multi-country plugs (IEC types A/C/G/I) Vertical stand VESA mount bracket (75 x 75mm and 100 x 100mm compatible)

|-
| Chassis / Enclosure
| align="center" | Passive/fanless design Metallic gray plastic ring with black sides (190mm x 116mm x 40mm)
|-
| AC Power Cord
| align="center" | Not included
|-
| Manufacturer Links
| style="text-align: center;" |[http://www.intel.com/p/en_US/support/category/dsktpboards/dk-de3815tykhe/doc_guide Technical Documentation]
|}

Even with limited GPU power, this Atom-based Intel NUC works well with XBMC. There are few formats this device can't properly decode. This is a great fanless replacement of the [[Raspberry Pi]]. Compared to the other NUC models this ends up much cheaper (no additional harddrive is required because of the internal 4GB mSATA drive which without problems holds GNU/Linux with XBMC) and passive (totally silent) at the cost of CPU/GPU power.

A more comprehensive test can be found here: http://nucblog.net/2014/05/part-2-bay-trail-atom-nuc-as-htpc-de3815tykhe/

Demonstation with OpenELEC: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UXIYZjlrFic

=== Celeron-based ===
There are two NUC's based on a Celeron processor: the first-generation DCCP847DYE and the third-generation DN2820FYKH.

{| style="float: right; border: 1px solid #BBB; margin: .46em .2em;"
|- style="font-size: 86%;"
| valign="top" |[[File:DCCP847DYE.png|200px]] Intel Celeron-based NUC, DCCP847DYE
|-
|-
|- style="float: right; border: 1px solid #BBB; margin: .46em .2em;"
|- style="font-size: 86%;"
| valign="top" |[[File:DN2820FYKH.png|200px]] Intel Baytrail Celeron-based NUC, DN2820FYKH
|}

{| class="prettytable"
|-
| width="100" | Model Number
| width="250" align="center" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/motherboards/desktop-motherboards/desktop-kit-dccp847dye.html DCCP847DYE]
| width="250" align="center" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/nuc/nuc-board-dn2820fykh.html DN2820FYKH]
|-
| CPU
| align="center" | [http://ark.intel.com/products/56056/ Celeron 847] w/ HD Graphics (6 EUs)
| align="center" | [http://ark.intel.com/products/79052/Intel-Celeron-Processor-N2820-1M-Cache-up-to-2_39-GHz?wapkw=intel%C2%AE+celeron%C2%AE+processor+n2820 Celeron N2820] w/ HD Graphics (756 MHz)
|-
| RAM
| align="center" | Dual-channel DDR3 1333 MHz 2x SO-DIMMs, 16 GB total max.
| align="center" | Single-channel DDR3L 1066 MHz 1x SO-DIMMs, 8 GB total max.
|-
| Chipset
| align="center" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/chipsets/performance-chipsets/mobile-chipset-qs77.html Intel QS77]
| align="center" | N/A; [http://software.intel.com/en-us/articles/an-introduction-to-the-intel-4th-generation-core-processor CPU is an SoC]
|-
| Display
| align="center" | 2x [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HDMI#Version_1.4 HDMI 1.4a], full-size
| align="center" | 1x [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HDMI#Version_1.4 HDMI 1.4a], full-size
|-
| Mass Storage
| align="center" | mSATA SSD support via 1x full-length MiniPCIe slot
| align="center" | 2.5" SSD or HDD w/ 9.5mm max height SATA data and power connectors provided
|-
| Ethernet
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | 1x RJ45, 10/100/1000 Mbps
|-
| WiFi
| align="center" | 2x dual-band WiFi antennas embedded in enclosure
| align="center" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/wireless-products/dual-band-wireless-n-7260-bluetooth-brief.html Intel Wireless-N 7260BN] w/ BT 4.0 preinstalled 2x dual-band WiFi antennas embedded in enclosure
|-
| Audio
| align="center" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/chipsets/high-definition-audio.html Intel HD Audio]; 7.1 digital audio via HDMI
| align="center" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/chipsets/high-definition-audio.html Intel HD Audio]; 7.1 digital audio via HDMI Rear-panel 3.5mm headset jack
|-
| USB 2.0 Ports
| align="center" | 2x rear, 1x front, 2x via internal pin header
| align="center" | 2x rear
|-
| USB 3.0 Ports
| align="center" | None
| align="center" | 1x front
|-
| Consumer IR Port
| align="center" | None
| align="center" | Front Panel
|-
| MiniPCIe Slots
| align="center" | 1x full-length, 1x half-length
| align="center" | 1x half-length, used by WiFi card
|-
| Included in-box
| align="center" | Fan/heatsink, 19VDC 65W AC adapter, VESA mount
| align="center" | Fan/heatsink, 12VDC 36W wall-mount AC adapter w/ 4x multi-country plugs, VESA mount
|-
| Chassis / Enclosure
| align="center" | Plastic & aluminum, 4.59” × 4.41” × 1.55” (116.6mm × 112.0mm × 39.0mm)
| align="center" | Plastic & aluminum, 4.59” × 4.41” × 2.03” (116.6mm × 112.0mm × 51.5mm)
|-
| AC Power Cord
| align="center" | Not included
| align="center" | NA; AC adapter is wall-mount
|-
| Manufacturer Links
| style="text-align: center;" |[http://www.intel.com/p/en_US/support/category/dsktpboards/dk-dccp847dye/doc_guide?format-type=Technical+Documents Technical Documentation] 
[http://downloadcenter.intel.com/SearchResult.aspx?lang=eng&ProductFamily=Desktop+Boards&ProductLine=Intel%C2%AE+NUC+Boards+and+Kits&ProductProduct=Intel%C2%AE+NUC+Kit+DCCP847DYE Latest BIOS and Drivers] 
[http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/desktops/desktop-kit-dccp847dye-interactive-layout-demo-video.html Interactive Product Layout]
| style="text-align: center;" |[http://www.intel.com/p/en_US/support/category/dsktpboards/dk-dn2820fyk/doc_guide?format-type=Technical+Documents Technical Documentation] 
[http://downloadcenter.intel.com/Product_Filter.aspx?ProductID=3782 Latest BIOS and Drivers]
|}

* The 2820 Baytrail will not bitstream HD Audio under Windows OS. This is a driver limitation as they don't support the PAP [Protected Audio Path] But under Linux, Ubuntu, openELEC. They work fine!

The Celeron-based NUC can play everything Kodi can including 1080p SBS 3D. It will struggle with full frame packed 3D. Boot up time direct into Kodi is less than 10 seconds. It is entirely possible to create a system with an 32GB mSATA SSD and 4GB RAM, which will be overkill when you want to run OpenELEC but might be interesting in case you are considering a Windows build. For a cheap alternative with upgrade potential, you could use the internal USB headers to run the entire system from a USB stick. If you read the [http://forum.kodi.tv/showthread.php?tid=140534 NUC thread], there are screen caps of prices to help you compare to today's prices.

Skinswise, Confluence, Ace or Bello are wonderful to use and very fluid. Once you start using the heavier skins that utilise many addons, such as Aeon Nox, MQ3, MQ4 you will notice they run smooth but not as fluid as what can be enjoyed on the i3 & i5 models.

=== Core i3-based ===
There are six different NUCs equipped with Core i3 processors. The table below shows the similarities and differences:
{| class="prettytable"
|-
| width="100" | Model Number
| width="250" align="center" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/motherboards/desktop-motherboards/desktop-kit-dc3217by.html DC3217BY]
| width="250" align="center" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/motherboards/desktop-motherboards/desktop-kit-dc3217iye.html DC3217IYE]
| width="250" align="center" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/nuc/nuc-kit-d34010wyk.html D34010WYK]
| width="250" align="center" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/nuc/nuc-kit-d34010wykh.html D34010WYKH]
| width="250" align="center" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/nuc/nuc-kit-nuc5i3ryk.html NUC5I3RYK]
| width="250" align="center" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/nuc/nuc-kit-nuc5i3ryh.html NUC5I3RYH]
|-
| CPU
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | [http://ark.intel.com/products/65697/ i3-3217U] w/ HD Graphics 4000
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | [http://ark.intel.com/products/75107/ i3-4010U] w/ HD Graphics 4400
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | [http://ark.intel.com/products/75107/ i3-5010U] w/ HD Graphics 5500
|-
| RAM
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | Dual-channel DDR3 1333/1600 MHz 2x SO-DIMMs, 16 GB total max.
| colspan="4" style="text-align: center;" | Dual-channel 1.35V DDR3L 1333/1600 MHz 2x SO-DIMMs, 16 GB total max.
|-
| Chipset
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/chipsets/performance-chipsets/mobile-chipset-qs77.html Intel QS77]
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | N/A; [http://software.intel.com/en-us/articles/an-introduction-to-the-intel-4th-generation-core-processor CPU is an SoC]
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | N/A; CPU is an SoC
|-
| Display
| style="text-align: center;" | 1x [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HDMI#Version_1.4 HDMI 1.4a], full-size 1x [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Thunderbolt_(interface) Thunderbolt] / [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MiniDP Mini DisplayPort 1.1a]
| style="text-align: center;" | 2x [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HDMI#Version_1.4 HDMI 1.4a], full-size
| colspan="4" style="text-align: center;" | 1x [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HDMI#Version_1.4 MiniHDMI 1.4a] 1x [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MiniDP Mini DisplayPort 1.2]
|-
| width="100" | Mass storage
| width="250" align="center" | mSATA SSD support via 1x full-length MiniPCIe slot
| width="250" align="center" | mSATA SSD support via 1x full-length MiniPCIe slot
| width="250" align="center" | mSATA SSD support via 1x full-length MiniPCIe slot
| width="250" align="center" | 2.5" SSD or HDD w/ 9.5mm max height SATA data and power connectors provided and mSATA SSD support via 1x full-length MiniPCIe slot
| width="250" align="center" | M.2 SSD
| width="250" align="center" | M.2 SSD and 2.5" SSD or HDD w/ 9.5mm max height SATA data and power connectors provided
|-
| Ethernet
| style="text-align: center;" | None
| colspan="5" style="text-align: center;" | 1x RJ45, 10/100/1000 Mbps
|-
| Consumer IR Receiver
| colspan="2" align="center" | None
| colspan="4" align="center" | Front panel
|-
| WiFi Antennae
| colspan="4" style="text-align: center;" | 2x dual-band, embedded in enclosure
| colspan="4" style="text-align: center;" | Bluetooth 4.0
|-
| Audio
| style="text-align: center;" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/chipsets/high-definition-audio.html Intel HD Audio]; 7.1 digital audio via [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HDMI#Version_1.4 HDMI] and
[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Thunderbolt_(interface) Thunderbolt]/[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MiniDP Mini DisplayPort]
| style="text-align: center;" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/chipsets/high-definition-audio.html Intel HD Audio]; 7.1 digital audio via [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HDMI#Version_1.4 HDMI]
| colspan="4" style="text-align: center;" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/chipsets/high-definition-audio.html Intel HD Audio]; 7.1 digital audio via [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HDMI#Version_1.4 HDMI] and [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MiniDP Mini DisplayPort] Front-panel 3.5mm headset jack
|-
| USB 2.0 Ports
| style="text-align: center;" | 2x rear, 1x front
| style="text-align: center;" | 2x rear, 1x front 2x via internal pin header
| colspan="4" style="text-align: center;" | 2x via internal pin header
|-
| USB 3.0 Ports
| style="text-align: center;" | None
| style="text-align: center;" | None
| colspan="4" style="text-align: center;" | 2x rear, 2x front
|-
| MiniPCIe Slots
| colspan="4" style="text-align: center;" | 1x full-length w/ [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Serial_ATA#Mini-SATA_.28mSATA.29 mSATA] support, 1x half-length
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | 1x M.2 slot with PCIe X4 lanes

|-
| Included in-box
| colspan="6" style="text-align: center;" | Fan/heatsink, 19VDC 65W AC adapter, VESA mount
|-
| Chassis / Enclosure
| colspan="2" align="center" | Plastic & aluminum, 4.59” × 4.41” × 1.55” (116.6mm × 112.0mm × 39.0mm)
| align="center" | Plastic & aluminum, 4.59" x 4.41" x 1.36" (116.6mm x 112.0mm x 34.5mm)
| align="center" | Plastic & aluminum, 4.59" x 4.41" x 1.95" (116.6mm x 112.0mm x 49.5mm)
| colspan="2" align="center" | Plastic & aluminum, 4.52" x 4.37" x 1.36" (115mm × 111mm × 34.5mm)

|-
| AC Power Cord
| colspan="2" align="center" | Not included
| colspan="4" align="center" | Included in some SKUs
|-
| Manufacturer Links
| style="text-align: center;" | [http://www.intel.com/p/en_US/support/category/dsktpboards/dk-dc3217by/doc_guide?format-type=Technical+Documents Technical Documentation] [http://www.intel.com/p/en_US/support/highlights/dsktpboards/dk-dc3217by Latest BIOS and Drivers] [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/desktops/desktop-kit-dc3217by-interactive-layout-demo-video.html Interactive Product Layout]
| style="text-align: center;" | [http://www.intel.com/p/en_US/support/category/dsktpboards/dk-dc3217iye/doc_guide?format-type=Technical+Documents Technical Documentation] [http://downloadcenter.intel.com/SearchResult.aspx?lang=eng&ProductFamily=Desktop+Boards&ProductLine=Intel%C2%AE+NUC+Boards+and+Kits&ProductProduct=Intel%C2%AE+NUC+Kit+DC3217IYE Latest BIOS and Drivers] [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/desktops/desktop-board-dc3217iye-interactive-layout-demo-video.html Interactive Product Layout]
| style="text-align: center;" | [http://www.intel.com/p/en_US/support/category/dsktpboards/dk-d34010wyk/doc_guide Technical Documentation] [http://downloadcenter.intel.com/SearchResult.aspx?lang=eng&ProductFamily=Desktop+Boards&ProductLine=Intel%C2%AE+NUC+Boards+and+Kits&ProductProduct=Intel%C2%AE+NUC+Kit+D34010WYK Latest BIOS and Drivers] [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/nuc/nuc-kit-d34010wyk-interactive-layout-demo-video.html Interactive Product Layout]
| style="text-align: center;" | [http://www.intel.com/p/en_US/support/category/dsktpboards/dk-d34010wyk/doc_guide Technical Documentation] [http://downloadcenter.intel.com/SearchResult.aspx?lang=eng&ProductFamily=Desktop+Boards&ProductLine=Intel%C2%AE+NUC+Boards+and+Kits&ProductProduct=Intel%C2%AE+NUC+Kit+D34010WYK Latest BIOS and Drivers] [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/nuc/nuc-kit-D34010WYKH-interactive-layout-demo-video.html Interactive Product Layout]
| style="text-align: center;" | [http://www.intel.com/p/en_US/support/category/dsktpboards/nuc5i3ryh/doc_guide Technical Documentation] [https://downloadcenter.intel.com/SearchResult.aspx?ProdId=3851 Latest BIOS and Drivers]
| style="text-align: center;" | [http://www.intel.com/p/en_US/support/category/dsktpboards/nuc5i3ryk/doc_guide Technical Documentation] [https://downloadcenter.intel.com/SearchResult.aspx?ProdId=3852 Latest BIOS and Drivers]
|}

Can software decode most formats if needed. Does everything the Celeron can do and full frame packed 3D. Good for an HTPC that also needs light gaming and maybe some more heavy Windows applications. If you don't need those things, then you might want to stick with the Celeron to save some money.

{| border: 1px solid #BBB; margin: .46em .2em;"
|- style="font-size: 86%;"
| valign="top" align="center" |[[File:DC3217BY.png|200px]] Intel NUC based on the 3rd-Gen Core i3 DC3217BY
| valign="top" align="center" |[[File:DC3217IYE.png|200px]] Intel NUC based on the 3rd-Gen Core i3 DC3217IYE
| valign="top" align="center" |[[File:D34010WYK.png|200px]] Intel NUC based on the 4th-Gen Core i3 D34010WYK
| valign="top" align="center" |[[File:D34010WYKH.png|200px]] Intel NUC based on the 4th-Gen Core i3 D34010WYKH
|}

=== Core i5-based ===
There are three NUCs models with Core i5 processors. The table below shows the similarities and differences:
{| class="prettytable"
|-
| width="100" | Model Number
| width="250" align="center" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/motherboards/desktop-motherboards/desktop-kit-dc53427hye.html DC53427HYE]
| width="250" align="center" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/nuc/nuc-kit-d54250wyk.html D54250WYK]
| width="250" align="center" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/nuc/nuc-kit-d54250wykh.html D54250WYKH]
| width="250" align="center" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/nuc/nuc-kit-nuc5i5myhe-board-nuc5i5mybe.html NUC5I5MYHE]
| width="250" align="center" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/nuc/nuc-kit-nuc5i5ryh.html NUC5I5RYH]
| width="250" align="center" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/nuc/nuc-kit-nuc5i5ryk.html NUC5I5RYK]
|-
| CPU
| style="text-align: center;" | [http://ark.intel.com/products/64903/ i5-3427U] [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/architecture-and-technology/vpro/vpro-technology-general.html vPro] w/ HD Graphics 4000
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | [http://ark.intel.com/products/75028/ i5-4250U] w/ HD Graphics 5000
| colspan="3" style="text-align: center;" | [http://ark.intel.com/products/75107/ i3-5010U] w/ HD Graphics 5500
|-
| RAM
| style="text-align: center;" | Dual-channel DDR3 1333/1600 MHz 2x SO-DIMMs, 16 GB total max.
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | Dual-channel 1.35V DDR3L 1333/1600 MHz 2x SO-DIMMs, 16 GB total max.
|-
| Chipset
| style="text-align: center;" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/chipsets/performance-chipsets/mobile-chipset-qs77.html Intel QS77]
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | N/A; [http://software.intel.com/en-us/articles/an-introduction-to-the-intel-4th-generation-core-processor CPU is an SoC]
|-
| Display
| style="text-align: center;" | 1x [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HDMI#Version_1.4 HDMI 1.4a], full-size 2x [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MiniDP Mini DisplayPort 1.1a]
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | 1x [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HDMI#Version_1.4 MiniHDMI 1.4a] 1x [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MiniDP Mini DisplayPort 1.2]
|-
| Ethernet
| colspan="3" style="text-align: center;" | 1x RJ45, 10/100/1000 Mbps
|-
| Consumer IR Receiver
| align="center" | None
| colspan="2" align="center" | Front panel
|-
| WiFi Antennae
| colspan="3" style="text-align: center;" | 2x dual-band, embedded in enclosure
|-
| Audio
| style="text-align: center;" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/chipsets/high-definition-audio.html Intel HD Audio]; 7.1 digital audio via [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HDMI#Version_1.4 HDMI] and [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MiniDP Mini DisplayPort]
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/chipsets/high-definition-audio.html Intel HD Audio]; 7.1 digital audio via [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HDMI#Version_1.4 HDMI], [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MiniDP Mini DisplayPort] and front-panel 3.5mm headset jack
|-
| USB 2.0 Ports
| style="text-align: center;" | 2x rear, 2x via internal pin header
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | 2x via internal pin header
|-
| USB 3.0 Ports
| style="text-align: center;" | 1x front
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | 2x rear, 2x front
|-
| MiniPCIe Slots
| colspan="3" style="text-align: center;" | 1x full-length w/ [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Serial_ATA#Mini-SATA_.28mSATA.29 mSATA] support, 1x half-length
|-
| Included in-box
| colspan="3" style="text-align: center;" | Fan/heatsink, 19VDC 65W AC adapter, VESA mount
|-
| Chassis / Enclosure
| align="center" | Plastic & aluminum, 4.59” × 4.41” × 1.55” (116.6mm × 112.0mm × 39.0mm)
| align="center" | Plastic & aluminum, 4.59" x 4.41" x 1.36" (116.6mm x 112.0mm x 34.5mm)
| align="center" | Plastic & aluminum, 4.59" x 4.41" x 1.95" (116.6mm x 112.0mm x 49.5mm)
|-
| AC Power Cord
| align="center" | Not included
| colspan="2" align="center" | Included in some SKUs
|-
| Manufacturer Links
| style="text-align: center;" | [http://www.intel.com/p/en_US/support/category/dsktpboards/dk-dc53427hye/doc_guide Technical Documentation] [http://downloadcenter.intel.com/SearchResult.aspx?lang=eng&ProductFamily=Desktop+Boards&ProductLine=Intel%C2%AE+NUC+Boards+and+Kits&ProductProduct=Intel%C2%AE+NUC+Kit+DC53427HYE Latest BIOS and Drivers] [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/nuc/dc53427hye-interactive-layout-demo-video.html Interactive Product Layout]
| style="text-align: center;" | [http://www.intel.com/p/en_US/support/category/dsktpboards/dk-d54250wyk/doc_guide Technical Documentation] [http://downloadcenter.intel.com/SearchResult.aspx?lang=eng&ProductFamily=Desktop+Boards&ProductLine=Intel%C2%AE+NUC+Boards+and+Kits&ProductProduct=Intel%C2%AE+NUC+Kit+D54250WYK Latest BIOS and Drivers] [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/nuc/nuc-kit-d54250wyk-interactive-layout-demo-video.html Interactive Product Layout]
| style="text-align: center;" | [http://www.intel.com/p/en_US/support/category/dsktpboards/dk-d54250wyk/doc_guide Technical Documentation] [http://downloadcenter.intel.com/SearchResult.aspx?lang=eng&ProductFamily=Desktop+Boards&ProductLine=Intel%C2%AE+NUC+Boards+and+Kits&ProductProduct=Intel%C2%AE+NUC+Kit+D54250WYK Latest BIOS and Drivers] [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/nuc/nuc-kit-d54250wykh-interactive-layout-demo-video.html Interactive Product Layout]
|}

{| border: 1px solid #BBB; margin: .46em .2em;"
|- style="font-size: 86%;"
| valign="top" align="center" |[[File:DC53427HYE.png|200px]] Intel NUC based on the 3rd-Gen Core i5 DC53427HYE
| valign="top" align="center" |[[File:D54250WYK.png|200px]] Intel NUC based on the 4th-Gen Core i5 D54250WYK
| valign="top" align="center" |[[File:D54250WYKH.png|200px]] Intel NUC based on the 4th-Gen Core i5 D54250WYKH
|}
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== Known issues ==
=== Windows ===
* Having graphical UI corruption with a NUC that uses Intel HD4000 graphics? Try updating the graphics drivers: https://downloadcenter.intel.com/

* The 2820 Baytrail will not bitstream HD Audio under Windows OS. This is a driver limitation as they don't support the PAP [Protected Audio Path] But under Linux, Ubuntu, openELEC. They work fine!

=== Hi10P / 10bit ===
{{Main|Hi10P}}
The first stable version with Hi10P support is Kodi v12 (Frodo). Multi-core software decoding is essential on the Celeron NUC, which is available in normal [[OpenELEC]] builds and [[development builds]] for Windows.

The Celeron 847 NUC can play most 10bit anime near flawlessly (as shown [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=myvNa9Sk0Y4 here] ). Frames might start dropping at around 18Mbps, but common anime releases seem to have no significant issues. For more info, see [http://forum.kodi.tv/showthread.php?tid=171981 this thread] on the Kodi forum.

=== Unreliable Wireless Devices attached to USB 3.0 ports ===
* Use a USB extension cable to move the device as far away from the USB port as possible. USB 3.0 can cause wireless interference. [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/io/universal-serial-bus/usb3-frequency-interference-paper.html Intel has released a whitepaper documenting the issue.]

== Mods ==
Here are some mods the community has done.
=== IR mods ===
Here's one user's mod to add IR: http://forum.kodi.tv/showthread.php?tid=166886

He added http://www.simerec.com which is ON/OFF capability via remote, and added in IR from a Microsoft USB RC6 IR receiver. Plenty of pics and detailed description. Even the holes were covered with [http://lightdims.com LightDims], which worked fantastically.

Many of the newer NUCs come with built in CIR (consumer Infrared).

=== Fanless cases ===
There are several fanless cases available for the NUC:

Logic Supply offers a fanless case, the [http://www.logicsupply.com/components/cases/fanless/ml300/ ML300], compatible with the following Intel NUC motherboards: [http://www.logicsupply.com/components/motherboards/intel-core/dcp847ske/ DCP847SKE], [http://www.logicsupply.com/components/motherboards/intel-core/d33217gke/ D33217GKE], and [http://www.logicsupply.com/components/motherboards/intel-core/d53427rke/ D53427RKE]. The fully configured system is also available, the [http://www.logicsupply.com/computers/processor/intel-core/core-ml300/ Core-ML300].

The Haswell version, the [http://www.logicsupply.com/components/cases/fanless/ml320/ ML320] is in production available to pre-order as well as the fully configured system version, the [http://www.logicsupply.com/computers/processor/intel-core/core-ml320/ Core-ML320].

You can also buy fanless cases for these NUCs: http://www.impactics.com/d1nu1-b/

White model with RC6 USB receiver plugged into front of it: http://postimg.org/image/klk0h6yp3/

== Other tips, tricks, and advice ==
=== Linux ===
==== Bootloader ====
info on what you choose when installing archboot when you do a UEFI install?

I used a GPT layout with GRUB as bootloader. Here's my partition info:

<code>$ sudo gdisk -l /dev/sda</code>

GPT fdisk (gdisk) version 0.8.7
<poem>
Partition table scan:
MBR: protective
BSD: not present
APM: not present
GPT: present

Found valid GPT with protective MBR; using GPT.
Disk /dev/sda: 125045424 sectors, 59.6 GiB
Logical sector size: 512 bytes
Disk identifier (GUID): 783A3002-626F-49A1-85D1-12225885803E
Partition table holds up to 128 entries
First usable sector is 34, last usable sector is 125045390
Partitions will be aligned on 2048-sector boundaries
Total free space is 4062 sectors (2.0 MiB)

Number Start (sector) End (sector) Size Code Name
1 2048 6143 2.0 MiB EF02 BIOS_GRUB
2 8192 1056767 512.0 MiB EF00 UEFI_SYSTEM
3 1056768 3153919 1024.0 MiB 8300 SWAP
4 3153920 125045390 58.1 GiB 8300 BTRFS[/code]

The BIOS_GRUB partition is not really needed, I just added it in case I wanted to install to MBR and still use GPT. The UEFI_SYSTEM partition is mounted to /boot/efi. Look at the GRUB page in the Arch wiki, it has pretty good instructions.
</poem>

==== Consumer IR ====
Enabling the build-in Consumer IR (CIR) is not (completely) straightforward and needs some editing in the configuration files. Most of the commands below must be run as root, or using `sudo`.

The Intel NUC CIR is supported by the nuvoton_cir kernel module. Some (required) updates to this module are added to Linux kernel 3.15 [https://communities.intel.com/message/233970#233970]. So first update to Linux 3.15, if required.

For Ubuntu the kernel packages are available at [http://kernel.ubuntu.com/~kernel-ppa/mainline/v3.15-utopic/ http://kernel.ubuntu.com/~kernel-ppa/mainline].
Download either the amd64 or i386 version of the generic image and the all headers packages in a separate directory. Download and install using:
<pre>$ mkdir linux3.15
$ cd linux3.15
$ wget -O headers.deb http://kernel.ubuntu.com/~kernel-ppa/mainline/v3.15-utopic/linux-headers-3.15.0-031500_3.15.0-031500.201406131105_all.deb
$ wget -O image.deb http://kernel.ubuntu.com/~kernel-ppa/mainline/v3.15-utopic/linux-image-3.15.0-031500-generic_3.15.0-031500.201406131105_amd64.deb
$ dpkg -i *.deb</pre>
You will need to change the download URLs to match the correct version and processor type.
Reboot and you should be running the Linux kernel 3.15, check with
<pre>$ uname -r
3.15.0-031500rc8-generic</pre>

The same [https://communities.intel.com/message/231175#2311750 Intel forum thread] also shows the workaround to actually enable the novuton_cir driver for the CIR.
Create a new file /etc/rc2.d/S18fix-cir using your favorite editor with this content:
<pre>#! /bin/sh
#
# Fix for Consumer IR device, see https://communities.intel.com/thread/46259
modprobe -r nuvoton-cir
echo "auto" > /sys/bus/acpi/devices/NTN0530\:00/physical_node/resources
modprobe nuvoton-cir</pre>

Make the new file executable using:
<pre>$ chmod +x /etc/rc2.d/S18fix-cir</pre>

The system log should show something similar to these lines after rebooting:
<pre>$ dmesg | grep -i Nuvoton
[ 3.491310] nuvoton-cir 00:08: [io 0x0240-0x024f]
[ 3.491326] nuvoton-cir 00:08: unable to assign resources
[ 3.491330] nuvoton-cir 00:08: Could not activate PNP device!
# Note that at this point the S18fix-cir script kicks in, reloading the nuvoton_cir module with the 'fix'
[ 4.147173] nuvoton-cir 00:08: [io 0x0240-0x024f]
[ 4.147217] nuvoton-cir 00:08: [irq 3]
[ 4.147223] nuvoton-cir 00:08: [io 0x0250-0x025f]
[ 4.147862] nuvoton-cir 00:08: activated
[ 4.174957] input: Nuvoton w836x7hg Infrared Remote Transceiver as /devices/pnp0/00:08/rc/rc0/input10
[ 4.175091] rc0: Nuvoton w836x7hg Infrared Remote Transceiver as /devices/pnp0/00:08/rc/rc0
[ 4.203370] nuvoton_cir: driver has been successfully loaded
[ 4.208858] input: MCE IR Keyboard/Mouse (nuvoton-cir) as /devices/virtual/input/input11
[ 4.217123] rc rc0: lirc_dev: driver ir-lirc-codec (nuvoton-cir) registered at minor = 0</pre>

Next install lirc:
<pre>$ apt-get install lirc</pre>
It does not really matter what IR receiver is chosen as the required one is not available, so choose None for both the receiver and the transmitter.

Now open /etc/lirc/hardware.conf in you favorite editor and modify it, so it contains these settings (find the correct locations and modify them):
<pre>REMOTE="Nuvoton Transceivers/Remotes"
REMOTE_MODULES="lirc_dev nuvoton_cir"
REMOTE_DRIVER="default"
REMOTE_DEVICE="/dev/lirc0"
REMOTE_SOCKET=""
REMOTE_LIRCD_CONF=""
REMOTE_LIRCD_ARGS=""
START_LIRCD="true"
LOAD_MODULES="false"
</pre>
(the other settings are not important)

Now the CIR device should be supported by lirc. Time to [[HOW-TO:Setup Lirc|configure your remote]]

== Links ==
* http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/motherboards/desktop-motherboards/nuc.html - Intel's NUC product page
* [[Wikipedia:Next Unit of Computing]] - Wikipedia page on the NUC
* http://forum.kodi.tv/showthread.php?tid=140534 - Kodi NUC resource thread
* http://www.impactics.com/d1nu1-b/ - impactics fanless NUC case
* http://forum.kodi.tv/showthread.php?tid=166886 - Celeron NUC with mods
* http://www.simerec.com - install IR on/off capabilities (NUC can sleep/wake without mods)
* http://www.intel.com/content/dam/www/public/us/en/documents/guides/nuc-i3-home-theater-solution-guide.pdf - Intel's NUC + Kodi setup guide
* http://www.logicsupply.com/components/cases/nuc/ - Logic Supply NUC Cases
* http://www.logicsupply.com/computers/feature/nuc/ - Logic Supply NUC Computers

== Random notes ==
{{large|''Feel free to place various notes, tips, and links here. As this section of the wiki gets more organized, those notes will be properly sorted. Consider this like a dumping ground for when you're not sure where to put something.''}}

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[[File:Intel NUC 4th Gen.jpg|300px|right]][[File:NUC.jpg|300px|right]]
<section begin="intro" />The Intel NUC is a series of small, awesome, [[x86 hardware]] based PCs that works fantastically as an HTPC. Can run a full desktop OS if desired. Reasonable starting price considering size and power. Uses Celeron to Core i5 CPUs. Can run fanless with a replacement heatsink case.<section end="intro" />

== Installing Kodi on an Intel NUC ==
{{See also|HOW-TO:Install KODI on an Intel NUC}}
Installing {{Kodi}} on the NUC is pretty much just like installing it on any other PC. Since most NUCs come as barebone kits you will also need to install an OS. If all you are using the NUC for is Kodi then you might want to consider an all-in-one solution like '''[[OpenELEC]]''', which has Kodi and OS and allows everything to be configured from within Kodi's interface.

== About the Intel NUC ==
NUCs are available with either Celeron, Core i3 or Core i5 processors. You will need to purchase your own RAM, mSATA SSD, and if desired/required, MiniPCIe WiFi card. All current NUCs have 2x SO-DIMM slots. Newest models based on the 6th-Generation Core processor require DDR4 SO-DIMMs (1.2V), and accept up to 32G RAM. Although NUC boards will work with DC power ranging from 12VDC~19VDC, NUC kits come with a 19VDC 65W switching power adapter. However, not all SKUs have the AC power cord included. There are multiple SKUs of the latest NUC models, each of which has a different type of AC power cord, depending on the country/region/plug type. Be sure to check NUC specs for storage and memory types and capacities, as this page may be out of date.

All NUCs are x86 and x64 OS capable. You can install Windows 7, 8 or just [[XBMCbuntu]] or [[OpenELEC]]. It doesn't matter. But if you don't need Netflix, SkyGO, then stick with OpenELEC or XBMCbuntu. They even have the internal pin headers for extra USB ports, but also for power switch, LEDs etc. More on this later.

{{collapse top|Click "Expand" to show full specs -->}}
=== Atom-based ===
There is one NUC model based on an Atom processor: DE3815TYKHE.

{| class="prettytable"
|-
| width="100" | Model Number
| width="250" align="center" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/nuc/nuc-kit-de3815tykhe.html DE3815TYKHE]
|-
| CPU
| align="center" | [http://ark.intel.com/sv/products/78476/Intel-Atom-Processor-E3815-1M-Cache-1_46-GHz Intel® Atom(TM) E3815] w/ HD Graphics (4 EUs)
|-
| RAM
| align="center" | DDR3L SO-DIMM 1.35V, 1333/1600 MHz (down clocked to 1066 MHz) 1x SO-DIMMs, 8 GB total max.
|-
| Display
| align="center" | 1x [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HDMI#Version_1.4 HDMI 1.4a], full-size 1x Embedded DisplayPort* (eDP) 1.3 (2 lanes with backlight and adjustable voltage/timings) 1x VGA
|-
| Mass Storage
| align="center" | 4-GB eMMC storage device built in Internal support for 2.5-inch HDD or SSD (up to 9.5mm thickness)
|-
| Ethernet
| align="center" | 1x RJ45, 10/100/1000 Mbps
|-
| WiFi
| align="center" | Half-length PCIe* mini-card slot and wireless antennas pre-assembled
|-
| Audio
| align="center" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/chipsets/high-definition-audio.html Intel HD Audio]; 7.1 digital audio via HDMI Back panel headphone/microphone jack
|-
| USB 2.0 Ports
| align="center" | 2x rear, 3x via internal pin header
|-
| USB 3.0 Ports
| align="center" | 1x front
|-
| Consumer IR Port
| align="center" | None
|-
| MiniPCIe Slots
| align="center" | 1x half-length
|-
| Included in-box
| align="center" | 12V, 36W wall-mount AC-DC power adapter (12-19V DC back panel power connector) Multi-country plugs (IEC types A/C/G/I) Vertical stand VESA mount bracket (75 x 75mm and 100 x 100mm compatible)

|-
| Chassis / Enclosure
| align="center" | Passive/fanless design Metallic gray plastic ring with black sides (190mm x 116mm x 40mm)
|-
| AC Power Cord
| align="center" | Not included
|-
| Manufacturer Links
| style="text-align: center;" |[http://www.intel.com/p/en_US/support/category/dsktpboards/dk-de3815tykhe/doc_guide Technical Documentation]
|}

Even with limited GPU power, this Atom-based Intel NUC works well with XBMC. There are few formats this device can't properly decode. This is a great fanless replacement of the [[Raspberry Pi]]. Compared to the other NUC models this ends up much cheaper (no additional harddrive is required because of the internal 4GB mSATA drive which without problems holds GNU/Linux with XBMC) and passive (totally silent) at the cost of CPU/GPU power.

A more comprehensive test can be found here: http://nucblog.net/2014/05/part-2-bay-trail-atom-nuc-as-htpc-de3815tykhe/

Demonstation with OpenELEC: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UXIYZjlrFic

=== Celeron-based ===
There are two NUC's based on a Celeron processor: the first-generation DCCP847DYE and the third-generation DN2820FYKH.

{| style="float: right; border: 1px solid #BBB; margin: .46em .2em;"
|- style="font-size: 86%;"
| valign="top" |[[File:DCCP847DYE.png|200px]] Intel Celeron-based NUC, DCCP847DYE
|-
|-
|- style="float: right; border: 1px solid #BBB; margin: .46em .2em;"
|- style="font-size: 86%;"
| valign="top" |[[File:DN2820FYKH.png|200px]] Intel Baytrail Celeron-based NUC, DN2820FYKH
|}

{| class="prettytable"
|-
| width="100" | Model Number
| width="250" align="center" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/motherboards/desktop-motherboards/desktop-kit-dccp847dye.html DCCP847DYE]
| width="250" align="center" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/nuc/nuc-board-dn2820fykh.html DN2820FYKH]
|-
| CPU
| align="center" | [http://ark.intel.com/products/56056/ Celeron 847] w/ HD Graphics (6 EUs)
| align="center" | [http://ark.intel.com/products/79052/Intel-Celeron-Processor-N2820-1M-Cache-up-to-2_39-GHz?wapkw=intel%C2%AE+celeron%C2%AE+processor+n2820 Celeron N2820] w/ HD Graphics (756 MHz)
|-
| RAM
| align="center" | Dual-channel DDR3 1333 MHz 2x SO-DIMMs, 16 GB total max.
| align="center" | Single-channel DDR3L 1066 MHz 1x SO-DIMMs, 8 GB total max.
|-
| Chipset
| align="center" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/chipsets/performance-chipsets/mobile-chipset-qs77.html Intel QS77]
| align="center" | N/A; [http://software.intel.com/en-us/articles/an-introduction-to-the-intel-4th-generation-core-processor CPU is an SoC]
|-
| Display
| align="center" | 2x [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HDMI#Version_1.4 HDMI 1.4a], full-size
| align="center" | 1x [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HDMI#Version_1.4 HDMI 1.4a], full-size
|-
| Mass Storage
| align="center" | mSATA SSD support via 1x full-length MiniPCIe slot
| align="center" | 2.5" SSD or HDD w/ 9.5mm max height SATA data and power connectors provided
|-
| Ethernet
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | 1x RJ45, 10/100/1000 Mbps
|-
| WiFi
| align="center" | 2x dual-band WiFi antennas embedded in enclosure
| align="center" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/wireless-products/dual-band-wireless-n-7260-bluetooth-brief.html Intel Wireless-N 7260BN] w/ BT 4.0 preinstalled 2x dual-band WiFi antennas embedded in enclosure
|-
| Audio
| align="center" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/chipsets/high-definition-audio.html Intel HD Audio]; 7.1 digital audio via HDMI
| align="center" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/chipsets/high-definition-audio.html Intel HD Audio]; 7.1 digital audio via HDMI Rear-panel 3.5mm headset jack
|-
| USB 2.0 Ports
| align="center" | 2x rear, 1x front, 2x via internal pin header
| align="center" | 2x rear
|-
| USB 3.0 Ports
| align="center" | None
| align="center" | 1x front
|-
| Consumer IR Port
| align="center" | None
| align="center" | Front Panel
|-
| MiniPCIe Slots
| align="center" | 1x full-length, 1x half-length
| align="center" | 1x half-length, used by WiFi card
|-
| Included in-box
| align="center" | Fan/heatsink, 19VDC 65W AC adapter, VESA mount
| align="center" | Fan/heatsink, 12VDC 36W wall-mount AC adapter w/ 4x multi-country plugs, VESA mount
|-
| Chassis / Enclosure
| align="center" | Plastic & aluminum, 4.59” × 4.41” × 1.55” (116.6mm × 112.0mm × 39.0mm)
| align="center" | Plastic & aluminum, 4.59” × 4.41” × 2.03” (116.6mm × 112.0mm × 51.5mm)
|-
| AC Power Cord
| align="center" | Not included
| align="center" | NA; AC adapter is wall-mount
|-
| Manufacturer Links
| style="text-align: center;" |[http://www.intel.com/p/en_US/support/category/dsktpboards/dk-dccp847dye/doc_guide?format-type=Technical+Documents Technical Documentation] 
[http://downloadcenter.intel.com/SearchResult.aspx?lang=eng&ProductFamily=Desktop+Boards&ProductLine=Intel%C2%AE+NUC+Boards+and+Kits&ProductProduct=Intel%C2%AE+NUC+Kit+DCCP847DYE Latest BIOS and Drivers] 
[http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/desktops/desktop-kit-dccp847dye-interactive-layout-demo-video.html Interactive Product Layout]
| style="text-align: center;" |[http://www.intel.com/p/en_US/support/category/dsktpboards/dk-dn2820fyk/doc_guide?format-type=Technical+Documents Technical Documentation] 
[http://downloadcenter.intel.com/Product_Filter.aspx?ProductID=3782 Latest BIOS and Drivers]
|}

* The 2820 Baytrail will not bitstream HD Audio under Windows OS. This is a driver limitation as they don't support the PAP [Protected Audio Path] But under Linux, Ubuntu, openELEC. They work fine!

The Celeron-based NUC can play everything Kodi can including 1080p SBS 3D. It will struggle with full frame packed 3D. Boot up time direct into Kodi is less than 10 seconds. It is entirely possible to create a system with an 32GB mSATA SSD and 4GB RAM, which will be overkill when you want to run OpenELEC but might be interesting in case you are considering a Windows build. For a cheap alternative with upgrade potential, you could use the internal USB headers to run the entire system from a USB stick. If you read the [http://forum.kodi.tv/showthread.php?tid=140534 NUC thread], there are screen caps of prices to help you compare to today's prices.

Skinswise, Confluence, Ace or Bello are wonderful to use and very fluid. Once you start using the heavier skins that utilise many addons, such as Aeon Nox, MQ3, MQ4 you will notice they run smooth but not as fluid as what can be enjoyed on the i3 & i5 models.

=== Core i3-based ===
There are six different NUCs equipped with Core i3 processors. The table below shows the similarities and differences:
{| class="prettytable"
|-
| width="100" | Model Number
| width="250" align="center" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/motherboards/desktop-motherboards/desktop-kit-dc3217by.html DC3217BY]
| width="250" align="center" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/motherboards/desktop-motherboards/desktop-kit-dc3217iye.html DC3217IYE]
| width="250" align="center" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/nuc/nuc-kit-d34010wyk.html D34010WYK]
| width="250" align="center" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/nuc/nuc-kit-d34010wykh.html D34010WYKH]
| width="250" align="center" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/nuc/nuc-kit-nuc5i3ryk.html NUC5I3RYK]
| width="250" align="center" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/nuc/nuc-kit-nuc5i3ryh.html NUC5I3RYH]
|-
| CPU
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | [http://ark.intel.com/products/65697/ i3-3217U] w/ HD Graphics 4000
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | [http://ark.intel.com/products/75107/ i3-4010U] w/ HD Graphics 4400
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | [http://ark.intel.com/products/75107/ i3-5010U] w/ HD Graphics 5500
|-
| RAM
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | Dual-channel DDR3 1333/1600 MHz 2x SO-DIMMs, 16 GB total max.
| colspan="4" style="text-align: center;" | Dual-channel 1.35V DDR3L 1333/1600 MHz 2x SO-DIMMs, 16 GB total max.
|-
| Chipset
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/chipsets/performance-chipsets/mobile-chipset-qs77.html Intel QS77]
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | N/A; [http://software.intel.com/en-us/articles/an-introduction-to-the-intel-4th-generation-core-processor CPU is an SoC]
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | N/A; CPU is an SoC
|-
| Display
| style="text-align: center;" | 1x [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HDMI#Version_1.4 HDMI 1.4a], full-size 1x [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Thunderbolt_(interface) Thunderbolt] / [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MiniDP Mini DisplayPort 1.1a]
| style="text-align: center;" | 2x [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HDMI#Version_1.4 HDMI 1.4a], full-size
| colspan="4" style="text-align: center;" | 1x [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HDMI#Version_1.4 MiniHDMI 1.4a] 1x [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MiniDP Mini DisplayPort 1.2]
|-
| width="100" | Mass storage
| width="250" align="center" | mSATA SSD support via 1x full-length MiniPCIe slot
| width="250" align="center" | mSATA SSD support via 1x full-length MiniPCIe slot
| width="250" align="center" | mSATA SSD support via 1x full-length MiniPCIe slot
| width="250" align="center" | 2.5" SSD or HDD w/ 9.5mm max height SATA data and power connectors provided and mSATA SSD support via 1x full-length MiniPCIe slot
| width="250" align="center" | M.2 SSD
| width="250" align="center" | M.2 SSD and 2.5" SSD or HDD w/ 9.5mm max height SATA data and power connectors provided
|-
| Ethernet
| style="text-align: center;" | None
| colspan="5" style="text-align: center;" | 1x RJ45, 10/100/1000 Mbps
|-
| Consumer IR Receiver
| colspan="2" align="center" | None
| colspan="4" align="center" | Front panel
|-
| WiFi Antennae
| colspan="4" style="text-align: center;" | 2x dual-band, embedded in enclosure
| colspan="4" style="text-align: center;" | Bluetooth 4.0
|-
| Audio
| style="text-align: center;" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/chipsets/high-definition-audio.html Intel HD Audio]; 7.1 digital audio via [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HDMI#Version_1.4 HDMI] and
[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Thunderbolt_(interface) Thunderbolt]/[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MiniDP Mini DisplayPort]
| style="text-align: center;" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/chipsets/high-definition-audio.html Intel HD Audio]; 7.1 digital audio via [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HDMI#Version_1.4 HDMI]
| colspan="4" style="text-align: center;" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/chipsets/high-definition-audio.html Intel HD Audio]; 7.1 digital audio via [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HDMI#Version_1.4 HDMI] and [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MiniDP Mini DisplayPort] Front-panel 3.5mm headset jack
|-
| USB 2.0 Ports
| style="text-align: center;" | 2x rear, 1x front
| style="text-align: center;" | 2x rear, 1x front 2x via internal pin header
| colspan="4" style="text-align: center;" | 2x via internal pin header
|-
| USB 3.0 Ports
| style="text-align: center;" | None
| style="text-align: center;" | None
| colspan="4" style="text-align: center;" | 2x rear, 2x front
|-
| MiniPCIe Slots
| colspan="4" style="text-align: center;" | 1x full-length w/ [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Serial_ATA#Mini-SATA_.28mSATA.29 mSATA] support, 1x half-length
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | 1x M.2 slot with PCIe X4 lanes

|-
| Included in-box
| colspan="6" style="text-align: center;" | Fan/heatsink, 19VDC 65W AC adapter, VESA mount
|-
| Chassis / Enclosure
| colspan="2" align="center" | Plastic & aluminum, 4.59” × 4.41” × 1.55” (116.6mm × 112.0mm × 39.0mm)
| align="center" | Plastic & aluminum, 4.59" x 4.41" x 1.36" (116.6mm x 112.0mm x 34.5mm)
| align="center" | Plastic & aluminum, 4.59" x 4.41" x 1.95" (116.6mm x 112.0mm x 49.5mm)
| colspan="2" align="center" | Plastic & aluminum, 4.52" x 4.37" x 1.36" (115mm × 111mm × 34.5mm)

|-
| AC Power Cord
| colspan="2" align="center" | Not included
| colspan="4" align="center" | Included in some SKUs
|-
| Manufacturer Links
| style="text-align: center;" | [http://www.intel.com/p/en_US/support/category/dsktpboards/dk-dc3217by/doc_guide?format-type=Technical+Documents Technical Documentation] [http://www.intel.com/p/en_US/support/highlights/dsktpboards/dk-dc3217by Latest BIOS and Drivers] [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/desktops/desktop-kit-dc3217by-interactive-layout-demo-video.html Interactive Product Layout]
| style="text-align: center;" | [http://www.intel.com/p/en_US/support/category/dsktpboards/dk-dc3217iye/doc_guide?format-type=Technical+Documents Technical Documentation] [http://downloadcenter.intel.com/SearchResult.aspx?lang=eng&ProductFamily=Desktop+Boards&ProductLine=Intel%C2%AE+NUC+Boards+and+Kits&ProductProduct=Intel%C2%AE+NUC+Kit+DC3217IYE Latest BIOS and Drivers] [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/desktops/desktop-board-dc3217iye-interactive-layout-demo-video.html Interactive Product Layout]
| style="text-align: center;" | [http://www.intel.com/p/en_US/support/category/dsktpboards/dk-d34010wyk/doc_guide Technical Documentation] [http://downloadcenter.intel.com/SearchResult.aspx?lang=eng&ProductFamily=Desktop+Boards&ProductLine=Intel%C2%AE+NUC+Boards+and+Kits&ProductProduct=Intel%C2%AE+NUC+Kit+D34010WYK Latest BIOS and Drivers] [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/nuc/nuc-kit-d34010wyk-interactive-layout-demo-video.html Interactive Product Layout]
| style="text-align: center;" | [http://www.intel.com/p/en_US/support/category/dsktpboards/dk-d34010wyk/doc_guide Technical Documentation] [http://downloadcenter.intel.com/SearchResult.aspx?lang=eng&ProductFamily=Desktop+Boards&ProductLine=Intel%C2%AE+NUC+Boards+and+Kits&ProductProduct=Intel%C2%AE+NUC+Kit+D34010WYK Latest BIOS and Drivers] [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/nuc/nuc-kit-D34010WYKH-interactive-layout-demo-video.html Interactive Product Layout]
| style="text-align: center;" | [http://www.intel.com/p/en_US/support/category/dsktpboards/nuc5i3ryh/doc_guide Technical Documentation] [https://downloadcenter.intel.com/SearchResult.aspx?ProdId=3851 Latest BIOS and Drivers]
| style="text-align: center;" | [http://www.intel.com/p/en_US/support/category/dsktpboards/nuc5i3ryk/doc_guide Technical Documentation] [https://downloadcenter.intel.com/SearchResult.aspx?ProdId=3852 Latest BIOS and Drivers]
|}

Can software decode most formats if needed. Does everything the Celeron can do and full frame packed 3D. Good for an HTPC that also needs light gaming and maybe some more heavy Windows applications. If you don't need those things, then you might want to stick with the Celeron to save some money.

{| border: 1px solid #BBB; margin: .46em .2em;"
|- style="font-size: 86%;"
| valign="top" align="center" |[[File:DC3217BY.png|200px]] Intel NUC based on the 3rd-Gen Core i3 DC3217BY
| valign="top" align="center" |[[File:DC3217IYE.png|200px]] Intel NUC based on the 3rd-Gen Core i3 DC3217IYE
| valign="top" align="center" |[[File:D34010WYK.png|200px]] Intel NUC based on the 4th-Gen Core i3 D34010WYK
| valign="top" align="center" |[[File:D34010WYKH.png|200px]] Intel NUC based on the 4th-Gen Core i3 D34010WYKH
|}

=== Core i5-based ===
There are three NUCs models with Core i5 processors. The table below shows the similarities and differences:
{| class="prettytable"
|-
| width="100" | Model Number
| width="250" align="center" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/motherboards/desktop-motherboards/desktop-kit-dc53427hye.html DC53427HYE]
| width="250" align="center" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/nuc/nuc-kit-d54250wyk.html D54250WYK]
| width="250" align="center" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/nuc/nuc-kit-d54250wykh.html D54250WYKH]
| width="250" align="center" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/nuc/nuc-kit-nuc5i5myhe-board-nuc5i5mybe.html NUC5I5MYHE]
| width="250" align="center" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/nuc/nuc-kit-nuc5i5ryh.html NUC5I5RYH]
| width="250" align="center" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/nuc/nuc-kit-nuc5i5ryk.html NUC5I5RYK]
|-
| CPU
| style="text-align: center;" | [http://ark.intel.com/products/64903/ i5-3427U] [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/architecture-and-technology/vpro/vpro-technology-general.html vPro] w/ HD Graphics 4000
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | [http://ark.intel.com/products/75028/ i5-4250U] w/ HD Graphics 5000
| colspan="3" style="text-align: center;" | [http://ark.intel.com/products/75107/ i3-5010U] w/ HD Graphics 5500
|-
| RAM
| style="text-align: center;" | Dual-channel DDR3 1333/1600 MHz 2x SO-DIMMs, 16 GB total max.
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | Dual-channel 1.35V DDR3L 1333/1600 MHz 2x SO-DIMMs, 16 GB total max.
|-
| Chipset
| style="text-align: center;" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/chipsets/performance-chipsets/mobile-chipset-qs77.html Intel QS77]
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | N/A; [http://software.intel.com/en-us/articles/an-introduction-to-the-intel-4th-generation-core-processor CPU is an SoC]
|-
| Display
| style="text-align: center;" | 1x [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HDMI#Version_1.4 HDMI 1.4a], full-size 2x [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MiniDP Mini DisplayPort 1.1a]
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | 1x [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HDMI#Version_1.4 MiniHDMI 1.4a] 1x [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MiniDP Mini DisplayPort 1.2]
|-
| Ethernet
| colspan="3" style="text-align: center;" | 1x RJ45, 10/100/1000 Mbps
|-
| Consumer IR Receiver
| align="center" | None
| colspan="2" align="center" | Front panel
|-
| WiFi Antennae
| colspan="3" style="text-align: center;" | 2x dual-band, embedded in enclosure
|-
| Audio
| style="text-align: center;" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/chipsets/high-definition-audio.html Intel HD Audio]; 7.1 digital audio via [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HDMI#Version_1.4 HDMI] and [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MiniDP Mini DisplayPort]
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/chipsets/high-definition-audio.html Intel HD Audio]; 7.1 digital audio via [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HDMI#Version_1.4 HDMI], [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MiniDP Mini DisplayPort] and front-panel 3.5mm headset jack
|-
| USB 2.0 Ports
| style="text-align: center;" | 2x rear, 2x via internal pin header
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | 2x via internal pin header
|-
| USB 3.0 Ports
| style="text-align: center;" | 1x front
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | 2x rear, 2x front
|-
| MiniPCIe Slots
| colspan="3" style="text-align: center;" | 1x full-length w/ [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Serial_ATA#Mini-SATA_.28mSATA.29 mSATA] support, 1x half-length
|-
| Included in-box
| colspan="3" style="text-align: center;" | Fan/heatsink, 19VDC 65W AC adapter, VESA mount
|-
| Chassis / Enclosure
| align="center" | Plastic & aluminum, 4.59” × 4.41” × 1.55” (116.6mm × 112.0mm × 39.0mm)
| align="center" | Plastic & aluminum, 4.59" x 4.41" x 1.36" (116.6mm x 112.0mm x 34.5mm)
| align="center" | Plastic & aluminum, 4.59" x 4.41" x 1.95" (116.6mm x 112.0mm x 49.5mm)
|-
| AC Power Cord
| align="center" | Not included
| colspan="2" align="center" | Included in some SKUs
|-
| Manufacturer Links
| style="text-align: center;" | [http://www.intel.com/p/en_US/support/category/dsktpboards/dk-dc53427hye/doc_guide Technical Documentation] [http://downloadcenter.intel.com/SearchResult.aspx?lang=eng&ProductFamily=Desktop+Boards&ProductLine=Intel%C2%AE+NUC+Boards+and+Kits&ProductProduct=Intel%C2%AE+NUC+Kit+DC53427HYE Latest BIOS and Drivers] [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/nuc/dc53427hye-interactive-layout-demo-video.html Interactive Product Layout]
| style="text-align: center;" | [http://www.intel.com/p/en_US/support/category/dsktpboards/dk-d54250wyk/doc_guide Technical Documentation] [http://downloadcenter.intel.com/SearchResult.aspx?lang=eng&ProductFamily=Desktop+Boards&ProductLine=Intel%C2%AE+NUC+Boards+and+Kits&ProductProduct=Intel%C2%AE+NUC+Kit+D54250WYK Latest BIOS and Drivers] [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/nuc/nuc-kit-d54250wyk-interactive-layout-demo-video.html Interactive Product Layout]
| style="text-align: center;" | [http://www.intel.com/p/en_US/support/category/dsktpboards/dk-d54250wyk/doc_guide Technical Documentation] [http://downloadcenter.intel.com/SearchResult.aspx?lang=eng&ProductFamily=Desktop+Boards&ProductLine=Intel%C2%AE+NUC+Boards+and+Kits&ProductProduct=Intel%C2%AE+NUC+Kit+D54250WYK Latest BIOS and Drivers] [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/nuc/nuc-kit-d54250wykh-interactive-layout-demo-video.html Interactive Product Layout]
|}

{| border: 1px solid #BBB; margin: .46em .2em;"
|- style="font-size: 86%;"
| valign="top" align="center" |[[File:DC53427HYE.png|200px]] Intel NUC based on the 3rd-Gen Core i5 DC53427HYE
| valign="top" align="center" |[[File:D54250WYK.png|200px]] Intel NUC based on the 4th-Gen Core i5 D54250WYK
| valign="top" align="center" |[[File:D54250WYKH.png|200px]] Intel NUC based on the 4th-Gen Core i5 D54250WYKH
|}
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== Known issues ==
=== Windows ===
* Having graphical UI corruption with a NUC that uses Intel HD4000 graphics? Try updating the graphics drivers: https://downloadcenter.intel.com/

* The 2820 Baytrail will not bitstream HD Audio under Windows OS. This is a driver limitation as they don't support the PAP [Protected Audio Path] But under Linux, Ubuntu, openELEC. They work fine!

=== Hi10P / 10bit ===
{{Main|Hi10P}}
The first stable version with Hi10P support is Kodi v12 (Frodo). Multi-core software decoding is essential on the Celeron NUC, which is available in normal [[OpenELEC]] builds and [[development builds]] for Windows.

The Celeron 847 NUC can play most 10bit anime near flawlessly (as shown [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=myvNa9Sk0Y4 here] ). Frames might start dropping at around 18Mbps, but common anime releases seem to have no significant issues. For more info, see [http://forum.kodi.tv/showthread.php?tid=171981 this thread] on the Kodi forum.

=== Unreliable Wireless Devices attached to USB 3.0 ports ===
* Use a USB extension cable to move the device as far away from the USB port as possible. USB 3.0 can cause wireless interference. [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/io/universal-serial-bus/usb3-frequency-interference-paper.html Intel has released a whitepaper documenting the issue.]

== Mods ==
Here are some mods the community has done.
=== IR mods ===
Here's one user's mod to add IR: http://forum.kodi.tv/showthread.php?tid=166886

He added http://www.simerec.com which is ON/OFF capability via remote, and added in IR from a Microsoft USB RC6 IR receiver. Plenty of pics and detailed description. Even the holes were covered with [http://lightdims.com LightDims], which worked fantastically.

Many of the newer NUCs come with built in CIR (consumer Infrared)

=== Fanless cases ===
There are several fanless cases available for the NUC:

Logic Supply offers a fanless case, the [http://www.logicsupply.com/components/cases/fanless/ml300/ ML300], compatible with the following Intel NUC motherboards: [http://www.logicsupply.com/components/motherboards/intel-core/dcp847ske/ DCP847SKE], [http://www.logicsupply.com/components/motherboards/intel-core/d33217gke/ D33217GKE], and [http://www.logicsupply.com/components/motherboards/intel-core/d53427rke/ D53427RKE]. The fully configured system is also available, the [http://www.logicsupply.com/computers/processor/intel-core/core-ml300/ Core-ML300].

The Haswell version, the [http://www.logicsupply.com/components/cases/fanless/ml320/ ML320] is in production available to pre-order as well as the fully configured system version, the [http://www.logicsupply.com/computers/processor/intel-core/core-ml320/ Core-ML320].

You can also buy fanless cases for these NUCs: http://www.impactics.com/d1nu1-b/

White model with RC6 USB receiver plugged into front of it: http://postimg.org/image/klk0h6yp3/

== Other tips, tricks, and advice ==
=== Linux ===
==== Bootloader ====
info on what you choose when installing archboot when you do a UEFI install?

I used a GPT layout with GRUB as bootloader. Here's my partition info:

<code>$ sudo gdisk -l /dev/sda</code>

GPT fdisk (gdisk) version 0.8.7
<poem>
Partition table scan:
MBR: protective
BSD: not present
APM: not present
GPT: present

Found valid GPT with protective MBR; using GPT.
Disk /dev/sda: 125045424 sectors, 59.6 GiB
Logical sector size: 512 bytes
Disk identifier (GUID): 783A3002-626F-49A1-85D1-12225885803E
Partition table holds up to 128 entries
First usable sector is 34, last usable sector is 125045390
Partitions will be aligned on 2048-sector boundaries
Total free space is 4062 sectors (2.0 MiB)

Number Start (sector) End (sector) Size Code Name
1 2048 6143 2.0 MiB EF02 BIOS_GRUB
2 8192 1056767 512.0 MiB EF00 UEFI_SYSTEM
3 1056768 3153919 1024.0 MiB 8300 SWAP
4 3153920 125045390 58.1 GiB 8300 BTRFS[/code]

The BIOS_GRUB partition is not really needed, I just added it in case I wanted to install to MBR and still use GPT. The UEFI_SYSTEM partition is mounted to /boot/efi. Look at the GRUB page in the Arch wiki, it has pretty good instructions.
</poem>

==== Consumer IR ====
Enabling the build-in Consumer IR (CIR) is not (completely) straightforward and needs some editing in the configuration files. Most of the commands below must be run as root, or using `sudo`.

The Intel NUC CIR is supported by the nuvoton_cir kernel module. Some (required) updates to this module are added to Linux kernel 3.15 [https://communities.intel.com/message/233970#233970]. So first update to Linux 3.15, if required.

For Ubuntu the kernel packages are available at [http://kernel.ubuntu.com/~kernel-ppa/mainline/v3.15-utopic/ http://kernel.ubuntu.com/~kernel-ppa/mainline].
Download either the amd64 or i386 version of the generic image and the all headers packages in a separate directory. Download and install using:
<pre>$ mkdir linux3.15
$ cd linux3.15
$ wget -O headers.deb http://kernel.ubuntu.com/~kernel-ppa/mainline/v3.15-utopic/linux-headers-3.15.0-031500_3.15.0-031500.201406131105_all.deb
$ wget -O image.deb http://kernel.ubuntu.com/~kernel-ppa/mainline/v3.15-utopic/linux-image-3.15.0-031500-generic_3.15.0-031500.201406131105_amd64.deb
$ dpkg -i *.deb</pre>
You will need to change the download URLs to match the correct version and processor type.
Reboot and you should be running the Linux kernel 3.15, check with
<pre>$ uname -r
3.15.0-031500rc8-generic</pre>

The same [https://communities.intel.com/message/231175#2311750 Intel forum thread] also shows the workaround to actually enable the novuton_cir driver for the CIR.
Create a new file /etc/rc2.d/S18fix-cir using your favorite editor with this content:
<pre>#! /bin/sh
#
# Fix for Consumer IR device, see https://communities.intel.com/thread/46259
modprobe -r nuvoton-cir
echo "auto" > /sys/bus/acpi/devices/NTN0530\:00/physical_node/resources
modprobe nuvoton-cir</pre>

Make the new file executable using:
<pre>$ chmod +x /etc/rc2.d/S18fix-cir</pre>

The system log should show something similar to these lines after rebooting:
<pre>$ dmesg | grep -i Nuvoton
[ 3.491310] nuvoton-cir 00:08: [io 0x0240-0x024f]
[ 3.491326] nuvoton-cir 00:08: unable to assign resources
[ 3.491330] nuvoton-cir 00:08: Could not activate PNP device!
# Note that at this point the S18fix-cir script kicks in, reloading the nuvoton_cir module with the 'fix'
[ 4.147173] nuvoton-cir 00:08: [io 0x0240-0x024f]
[ 4.147217] nuvoton-cir 00:08: [irq 3]
[ 4.147223] nuvoton-cir 00:08: [io 0x0250-0x025f]
[ 4.147862] nuvoton-cir 00:08: activated
[ 4.174957] input: Nuvoton w836x7hg Infrared Remote Transceiver as /devices/pnp0/00:08/rc/rc0/input10
[ 4.175091] rc0: Nuvoton w836x7hg Infrared Remote Transceiver as /devices/pnp0/00:08/rc/rc0
[ 4.203370] nuvoton_cir: driver has been successfully loaded
[ 4.208858] input: MCE IR Keyboard/Mouse (nuvoton-cir) as /devices/virtual/input/input11
[ 4.217123] rc rc0: lirc_dev: driver ir-lirc-codec (nuvoton-cir) registered at minor = 0</pre>

Next install lirc:
<pre>$ apt-get install lirc</pre>
It does not really matter what IR receiver is chosen as the required one is not available, so choose None for both the receiver and the transmitter.

Now open /etc/lirc/hardware.conf in you favorite editor and modify it, so it contains these settings (find the correct locations and modify them):
<pre>REMOTE="Nuvoton Transceivers/Remotes"
REMOTE_MODULES="lirc_dev nuvoton_cir"
REMOTE_DRIVER="default"
REMOTE_DEVICE="/dev/lirc0"
REMOTE_SOCKET=""
REMOTE_LIRCD_CONF=""
REMOTE_LIRCD_ARGS=""
START_LIRCD="true"
LOAD_MODULES="false"
</pre>
(the other settings are not important)

Now the CIR device should be supported by lirc. Time to [[HOW-TO:Setup Lirc|configure your remote]]

== Links ==
* http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/motherboards/desktop-motherboards/nuc.html - Intel's NUC product page
* [[Wikipedia:Next Unit of Computing]] - Wikipedia page on the NUC
* http://forum.kodi.tv/showthread.php?tid=140534 - Kodi NUC resource thread
* http://www.impactics.com/d1nu1-b/ - impactics fanless NUC case
* http://forum.kodi.tv/showthread.php?tid=166886 - Celeron NUC with mods
* http://www.simerec.com - install IR on/off capabilities (NUC can sleep/wake without mods)
* http://www.intel.com/content/dam/www/public/us/en/documents/guides/nuc-i3-home-theater-solution-guide.pdf - Intel's NUC + Kodi setup guide
* http://www.logicsupply.com/components/cases/nuc/ - Logic Supply NUC Cases
* http://www.logicsupply.com/computers/feature/nuc/ - Logic Supply NUC Computers

== Random notes ==
{{large|''Feel free to place various notes, tips, and links here. As this section of the wiki gets more organized, those notes will be properly sorted. Consider this like a dumping ground for when you're not sure where to put something.''}}

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2017-01-02T18:25:12Z

Thenextdon13: /* About the Intel NUC */

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[[File:Intel NUC 4th Gen.jpg|300px|right]][[File:NUC.jpg|300px|right]]
<section begin="intro" />The Intel NUC is a series of small, awesome, [[x86 hardware]] based PCs that works fantastically as an HTPC. Can run a full desktop OS if desired. Reasonable starting price considering size and power. Uses Celeron to Core i5 CPUs. Can run fanless with a replacement heatsink case.<section end="intro" />

== Installing Kodi on an Intel NUC ==
{{See also|HOW-TO:Install KODI on an Intel NUC}}
Installing {{Kodi}} on the NUC is pretty much just like installing it on any other PC. Since most NUCs come as barebone kits you will also need to install an OS. If all you are using the NUC for is Kodi then you might want to consider an all-in-one solution like '''[[OpenELEC]]''', which has Kodi and OS and allows everything to be configured from within Kodi's interface.

== About the Intel NUC ==
NUCs are available with either Celeron, Core i3 or Core i5 processors. You will need to purchase your own RAM, mSATA SSD, and if desired/required, MiniPCIe WiFi card. All current NUCs have 2x SO-DIMM slots. Newest models based on the 6th-Generation Core processor require DDR4 SO-DIMMs (1.2V), and accept up to 32G RAM. Although NUC boards will work with DC power ranging from 12VDC~19VDC, NUC kits come with a 19VDC 65W switching power adapter. However, not all SKUs have the AC power cord included. There are multiple SKUs of the latest NUC models, each of which has a different type of AC power cord, depending on the country/region/plug type. Be sure to check NUC specs for storage and memory types and capacities, as this page may be out of date.

All NUCs are x86 and x64 OS capable. You can install Windows 7, 8 or just [[XBMCbuntu]] or [[OpenELEC]]. It doesn't matter. But if you don't need Netflix, SkyGO, then stick with OpenELEC or XBMCbuntu. They even have the internal pin headers for extra USB ports, but also for power switch, LEDs etc. More on this later.

{{collapse top|Click "Expand" to show full specs -->}}
=== Atom-based ===
There is one NUC model based on an Atom processor: DE3815TYKHE.

{| class="prettytable"
|-
| width="100" | Model Number
| width="250" align="center" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/nuc/nuc-kit-de3815tykhe.html DE3815TYKHE]
|-
| CPU
| align="center" | [http://ark.intel.com/sv/products/78476/Intel-Atom-Processor-E3815-1M-Cache-1_46-GHz Intel® Atom(TM) E3815] w/ HD Graphics (4 EUs)
|-
| RAM
| align="center" | DDR3L SO-DIMM 1.35V, 1333/1600 MHz (down clocked to 1066 MHz) 1x SO-DIMMs, 8 GB total max.
|-
| Display
| align="center" | 1x [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HDMI#Version_1.4 HDMI 1.4a], full-size 1x Embedded DisplayPort* (eDP) 1.3 (2 lanes with backlight and adjustable voltage/timings) 1x VGA
|-
| Mass Storage
| align="center" | 4-GB eMMC storage device built in Internal support for 2.5-inch HDD or SSD (up to 9.5mm thickness)
|-
| Ethernet
| align="center" | 1x RJ45, 10/100/1000 Mbps
|-
| WiFi
| align="center" | Half-length PCIe* mini-card slot and wireless antennas pre-assembled
|-
| Audio
| align="center" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/chipsets/high-definition-audio.html Intel HD Audio]; 7.1 digital audio via HDMI Back panel headphone/microphone jack
|-
| USB 2.0 Ports
| align="center" | 2x rear, 3x via internal pin header
|-
| USB 3.0 Ports
| align="center" | 1x front
|-
| Consumer IR Port
| align="center" | None
|-
| MiniPCIe Slots
| align="center" | 1x half-length
|-
| Included in-box
| align="center" | 12V, 36W wall-mount AC-DC power adapter (12-19V DC back panel power connector) Multi-country plugs (IEC types A/C/G/I) Vertical stand VESA mount bracket (75 x 75mm and 100 x 100mm compatible)

|-
| Chassis / Enclosure
| align="center" | Passive/fanless design Metallic gray plastic ring with black sides (190mm x 116mm x 40mm)
|-
| AC Power Cord
| align="center" | Not included
|-
| Manufacturer Links
| style="text-align: center;" |[http://www.intel.com/p/en_US/support/category/dsktpboards/dk-de3815tykhe/doc_guide Technical Documentation]
|}

Even with limited GPU power, this Atom-based Intel NUC works well with XBMC. There are few formats this device can't properly decode. This is a great fanless replacement of the [[Raspberry Pi]]. Compared to the other NUC models this ends up much cheaper (no additional harddrive is required because of the internal 4GB mSATA drive which without problems holds GNU/Linux with XBMC) and passive (totally silent) at the cost of CPU/GPU power.

A more comprehensive test can be found here: http://nucblog.net/2014/05/part-2-bay-trail-atom-nuc-as-htpc-de3815tykhe/

Demonstation with OpenELEC: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UXIYZjlrFic

=== Celeron-based ===
There are two NUC's based on a Celeron processor: the first-generation DCCP847DYE and the third-generation DN2820FYKH.

{| style="float: right; border: 1px solid #BBB; margin: .46em .2em;"
|- style="font-size: 86%;"
| valign="top" |[[File:DCCP847DYE.png|200px]] Intel Celeron-based NUC, DCCP847DYE
|-
|-
|- style="float: right; border: 1px solid #BBB; margin: .46em .2em;"
|- style="font-size: 86%;"
| valign="top" |[[File:DN2820FYKH.png|200px]] Intel Baytrail Celeron-based NUC, DN2820FYKH
|}

{| class="prettytable"
|-
| width="100" | Model Number
| width="250" align="center" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/motherboards/desktop-motherboards/desktop-kit-dccp847dye.html DCCP847DYE]
| width="250" align="center" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/nuc/nuc-board-dn2820fykh.html DN2820FYKH]
|-
| CPU
| align="center" | [http://ark.intel.com/products/56056/ Celeron 847] w/ HD Graphics (6 EUs)
| align="center" | [http://ark.intel.com/products/79052/Intel-Celeron-Processor-N2820-1M-Cache-up-to-2_39-GHz?wapkw=intel%C2%AE+celeron%C2%AE+processor+n2820 Celeron N2820] w/ HD Graphics (756 MHz)
|-
| RAM
| align="center" | Dual-channel DDR3 1333 MHz 2x SO-DIMMs, 16 GB total max.
| align="center" | Single-channel DDR3L 1066 MHz 1x SO-DIMMs, 8 GB total max.
|-
| Chipset
| align="center" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/chipsets/performance-chipsets/mobile-chipset-qs77.html Intel QS77]
| align="center" | N/A; [http://software.intel.com/en-us/articles/an-introduction-to-the-intel-4th-generation-core-processor CPU is an SoC]
|-
| Display
| align="center" | 2x [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HDMI#Version_1.4 HDMI 1.4a], full-size
| align="center" | 1x [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HDMI#Version_1.4 HDMI 1.4a], full-size
|-
| Mass Storage
| align="center" | mSATA SSD support via 1x full-length MiniPCIe slot
| align="center" | 2.5" SSD or HDD w/ 9.5mm max height SATA data and power connectors provided
|-
| Ethernet
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | 1x RJ45, 10/100/1000 Mbps
|-
| WiFi
| align="center" | 2x dual-band WiFi antennas embedded in enclosure
| align="center" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/wireless-products/dual-band-wireless-n-7260-bluetooth-brief.html Intel Wireless-N 7260BN] w/ BT 4.0 preinstalled 2x dual-band WiFi antennas embedded in enclosure
|-
| Audio
| align="center" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/chipsets/high-definition-audio.html Intel HD Audio]; 7.1 digital audio via HDMI
| align="center" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/chipsets/high-definition-audio.html Intel HD Audio]; 7.1 digital audio via HDMI Rear-panel 3.5mm headset jack
|-
| USB 2.0 Ports
| align="center" | 2x rear, 1x front, 2x via internal pin header
| align="center" | 2x rear
|-
| USB 3.0 Ports
| align="center" | None
| align="center" | 1x front
|-
| Consumer IR Port
| align="center" | None
| align="center" | Front Panel
|-
| MiniPCIe Slots
| align="center" | 1x full-length, 1x half-length
| align="center" | 1x half-length, used by WiFi card
|-
| Included in-box
| align="center" | Fan/heatsink, 19VDC 65W AC adapter, VESA mount
| align="center" | Fan/heatsink, 12VDC 36W wall-mount AC adapter w/ 4x multi-country plugs, VESA mount
|-
| Chassis / Enclosure
| align="center" | Plastic & aluminum, 4.59” × 4.41” × 1.55” (116.6mm × 112.0mm × 39.0mm)
| align="center" | Plastic & aluminum, 4.59” × 4.41” × 2.03” (116.6mm × 112.0mm × 51.5mm)
|-
| AC Power Cord
| align="center" | Not included
| align="center" | NA; AC adapter is wall-mount
|-
| Manufacturer Links
| style="text-align: center;" |[http://www.intel.com/p/en_US/support/category/dsktpboards/dk-dccp847dye/doc_guide?format-type=Technical+Documents Technical Documentation] 
[http://downloadcenter.intel.com/SearchResult.aspx?lang=eng&ProductFamily=Desktop+Boards&ProductLine=Intel%C2%AE+NUC+Boards+and+Kits&ProductProduct=Intel%C2%AE+NUC+Kit+DCCP847DYE Latest BIOS and Drivers] 
[http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/desktops/desktop-kit-dccp847dye-interactive-layout-demo-video.html Interactive Product Layout]
| style="text-align: center;" |[http://www.intel.com/p/en_US/support/category/dsktpboards/dk-dn2820fyk/doc_guide?format-type=Technical+Documents Technical Documentation] 
[http://downloadcenter.intel.com/Product_Filter.aspx?ProductID=3782 Latest BIOS and Drivers]
|}

* The 2820 Baytrail will not bitstream HD Audio under Windows OS. This is a driver limitation as they don't support the PAP [Protected Audio Path] But under Linux, Ubuntu, openELEC. They work fine!

The Celeron-based NUC can play everything Kodi can including 1080p SBS 3D. It will struggle with full frame packed 3D. Boot up time direct into Kodi is less than 10 seconds. It is entirely possible to create a system with an 32GB mSATA SSD and 4GB RAM, which will be overkill when you want to run OpenELEC but might be interesting in case you are considering a Windows build. For a cheap alternative with upgrade potential, you could use the internal USB headers to run the entire system from a USB stick. If you read the [http://forum.kodi.tv/showthread.php?tid=140534 NUC thread], there are screen caps of prices to help you compare to today's prices.

Skinswise, Confluence, Ace or Bello are wonderful to use and very fluid. Once you start using the heavier skins that utilise many addons, such as Aeon Nox, MQ3, MQ4 you will notice they run smooth but not as fluid as what can be enjoyed on the i3 & i5 models.

=== Core i3-based ===
There are six different NUCs equipped with Core i3 processors. The table below shows the similarities and differences:
{| class="prettytable"
|-
| width="100" | Model Number
| width="250" align="center" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/motherboards/desktop-motherboards/desktop-kit-dc3217by.html DC3217BY]
| width="250" align="center" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/motherboards/desktop-motherboards/desktop-kit-dc3217iye.html DC3217IYE]
| width="250" align="center" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/nuc/nuc-kit-d34010wyk.html D34010WYK]
| width="250" align="center" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/nuc/nuc-kit-d34010wykh.html D34010WYKH]
| width="250" align="center" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/nuc/nuc-kit-nuc5i3ryk.html NUC5I3RYK]
| width="250" align="center" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/nuc/nuc-kit-nuc5i3ryh.html NUC5I3RYH]
|-
| CPU
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | [http://ark.intel.com/products/65697/ i3-3217U] w/ HD Graphics 4000
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | [http://ark.intel.com/products/75107/ i3-4010U] w/ HD Graphics 4400
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | [http://ark.intel.com/products/75107/ i3-5010U] w/ HD Graphics 5500
|-
| RAM
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | Dual-channel DDR3 1333/1600 MHz 2x SO-DIMMs, 16 GB total max.
| colspan="4" style="text-align: center;" | Dual-channel 1.35V DDR3L 1333/1600 MHz 2x SO-DIMMs, 16 GB total max.
|-
| Chipset
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/chipsets/performance-chipsets/mobile-chipset-qs77.html Intel QS77]
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | N/A; [http://software.intel.com/en-us/articles/an-introduction-to-the-intel-4th-generation-core-processor CPU is an SoC]
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | N/A; CPU is an SoC
|-
| Display
| style="text-align: center;" | 1x [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HDMI#Version_1.4 HDMI 1.4a], full-size 1x [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Thunderbolt_(interface) Thunderbolt] / [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MiniDP Mini DisplayPort 1.1a]
| style="text-align: center;" | 2x [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HDMI#Version_1.4 HDMI 1.4a], full-size
| colspan="4" style="text-align: center;" | 1x [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HDMI#Version_1.4 MiniHDMI 1.4a] 1x [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MiniDP Mini DisplayPort 1.2]
|-
| width="100" | Mass storage
| width="250" align="center" | mSATA SSD support via 1x full-length MiniPCIe slot
| width="250" align="center" | mSATA SSD support via 1x full-length MiniPCIe slot
| width="250" align="center" | mSATA SSD support via 1x full-length MiniPCIe slot
| width="250" align="center" | 2.5" SSD or HDD w/ 9.5mm max height SATA data and power connectors provided and mSATA SSD support via 1x full-length MiniPCIe slot
| width="250" align="center" | M.2 SSD
| width="250" align="center" | M.2 SSD and 2.5" SSD or HDD w/ 9.5mm max height SATA data and power connectors provided
|-
| Ethernet
| style="text-align: center;" | None
| colspan="5" style="text-align: center;" | 1x RJ45, 10/100/1000 Mbps
|-
| Consumer IR Receiver
| colspan="2" align="center" | None
| colspan="4" align="center" | Front panel
|-
| WiFi Antennae
| colspan="4" style="text-align: center;" | 2x dual-band, embedded in enclosure
| colspan="4" style="text-align: center;" | Bluetooth 4.0
|-
| Audio
| style="text-align: center;" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/chipsets/high-definition-audio.html Intel HD Audio]; 7.1 digital audio via [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HDMI#Version_1.4 HDMI] and
[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Thunderbolt_(interface) Thunderbolt]/[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MiniDP Mini DisplayPort]
| style="text-align: center;" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/chipsets/high-definition-audio.html Intel HD Audio]; 7.1 digital audio via [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HDMI#Version_1.4 HDMI]
| colspan="4" style="text-align: center;" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/chipsets/high-definition-audio.html Intel HD Audio]; 7.1 digital audio via [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HDMI#Version_1.4 HDMI] and [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MiniDP Mini DisplayPort] Front-panel 3.5mm headset jack
|-
| USB 2.0 Ports
| style="text-align: center;" | 2x rear, 1x front
| style="text-align: center;" | 2x rear, 1x front 2x via internal pin header
| colspan="4" style="text-align: center;" | 2x via internal pin header
|-
| USB 3.0 Ports
| style="text-align: center;" | None
| style="text-align: center;" | None
| colspan="4" style="text-align: center;" | 2x rear, 2x front
|-
| MiniPCIe Slots
| colspan="4" style="text-align: center;" | 1x full-length w/ [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Serial_ATA#Mini-SATA_.28mSATA.29 mSATA] support, 1x half-length
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | 1x M.2 slot with PCIe X4 lanes

|-
| Included in-box
| colspan="6" style="text-align: center;" | Fan/heatsink, 19VDC 65W AC adapter, VESA mount
|-
| Chassis / Enclosure
| colspan="2" align="center" | Plastic & aluminum, 4.59” × 4.41” × 1.55” (116.6mm × 112.0mm × 39.0mm)
| align="center" | Plastic & aluminum, 4.59" x 4.41" x 1.36" (116.6mm x 112.0mm x 34.5mm)
| align="center" | Plastic & aluminum, 4.59" x 4.41" x 1.95" (116.6mm x 112.0mm x 49.5mm)
| colspan="2" align="center" | Plastic & aluminum, 4.52" x 4.37" x 1.36" (115mm × 111mm × 34.5mm)

|-
| AC Power Cord
| colspan="2" align="center" | Not included
| colspan="4" align="center" | Included in some SKUs
|-
| Manufacturer Links
| style="text-align: center;" | [http://www.intel.com/p/en_US/support/category/dsktpboards/dk-dc3217by/doc_guide?format-type=Technical+Documents Technical Documentation] [http://www.intel.com/p/en_US/support/highlights/dsktpboards/dk-dc3217by Latest BIOS and Drivers] [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/desktops/desktop-kit-dc3217by-interactive-layout-demo-video.html Interactive Product Layout]
| style="text-align: center;" | [http://www.intel.com/p/en_US/support/category/dsktpboards/dk-dc3217iye/doc_guide?format-type=Technical+Documents Technical Documentation] [http://downloadcenter.intel.com/SearchResult.aspx?lang=eng&ProductFamily=Desktop+Boards&ProductLine=Intel%C2%AE+NUC+Boards+and+Kits&ProductProduct=Intel%C2%AE+NUC+Kit+DC3217IYE Latest BIOS and Drivers] [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/desktops/desktop-board-dc3217iye-interactive-layout-demo-video.html Interactive Product Layout]
| style="text-align: center;" | [http://www.intel.com/p/en_US/support/category/dsktpboards/dk-d34010wyk/doc_guide Technical Documentation] [http://downloadcenter.intel.com/SearchResult.aspx?lang=eng&ProductFamily=Desktop+Boards&ProductLine=Intel%C2%AE+NUC+Boards+and+Kits&ProductProduct=Intel%C2%AE+NUC+Kit+D34010WYK Latest BIOS and Drivers] [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/nuc/nuc-kit-d34010wyk-interactive-layout-demo-video.html Interactive Product Layout]
| style="text-align: center;" | [http://www.intel.com/p/en_US/support/category/dsktpboards/dk-d34010wyk/doc_guide Technical Documentation] [http://downloadcenter.intel.com/SearchResult.aspx?lang=eng&ProductFamily=Desktop+Boards&ProductLine=Intel%C2%AE+NUC+Boards+and+Kits&ProductProduct=Intel%C2%AE+NUC+Kit+D34010WYK Latest BIOS and Drivers] [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/nuc/nuc-kit-D34010WYKH-interactive-layout-demo-video.html Interactive Product Layout]
| style="text-align: center;" | [http://www.intel.com/p/en_US/support/category/dsktpboards/nuc5i3ryh/doc_guide Technical Documentation] [https://downloadcenter.intel.com/SearchResult.aspx?ProdId=3851 Latest BIOS and Drivers]
| style="text-align: center;" | [http://www.intel.com/p/en_US/support/category/dsktpboards/nuc5i3ryk/doc_guide Technical Documentation] [https://downloadcenter.intel.com/SearchResult.aspx?ProdId=3852 Latest BIOS and Drivers]
|}

Can software decode most formats if needed. Does everything the Celeron can do and full frame packed 3D. Good for an HTPC that also needs light gaming and maybe some more heavy Windows applications. If you don't need those things, then you might want to stick with the Celeron to save some money.

{| border: 1px solid #BBB; margin: .46em .2em;"
|- style="font-size: 86%;"
| valign="top" align="center" |[[File:DC3217BY.png|200px]] Intel NUC based on the 3rd-Gen Core i3 DC3217BY
| valign="top" align="center" |[[File:DC3217IYE.png|200px]] Intel NUC based on the 3rd-Gen Core i3 DC3217IYE
| valign="top" align="center" |[[File:D34010WYK.png|200px]] Intel NUC based on the 4th-Gen Core i3 D34010WYK
| valign="top" align="center" |[[File:D34010WYKH.png|200px]] Intel NUC based on the 4th-Gen Core i3 D34010WYKH
|}

=== Core i5-based ===
There are three NUCs models with Core i5 processors. The table below shows the similarities and differences:
{| class="prettytable"
|-
| width="100" | Model Number
| width="250" align="center" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/motherboards/desktop-motherboards/desktop-kit-dc53427hye.html DC53427HYE]
| width="250" align="center" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/nuc/nuc-kit-d54250wyk.html D54250WYK]
| width="250" align="center" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/nuc/nuc-kit-d54250wykh.html D54250WYKH]
| width="250" align="center" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/nuc/nuc-kit-nuc5i5myhe-board-nuc5i5mybe.html NUC5I5MYHE]
| width="250" align="center" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/nuc/nuc-kit-nuc5i5ryh.html NUC5I5RYH]
| width="250" align="center" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/nuc/nuc-kit-nuc5i5ryk.html NUC5I5RYK]
|-
| CPU
| style="text-align: center;" | [http://ark.intel.com/products/64903/ i5-3427U] [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/architecture-and-technology/vpro/vpro-technology-general.html vPro] w/ HD Graphics 4000
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | [http://ark.intel.com/products/75028/ i5-4250U] w/ HD Graphics 5000
| colspan="3" style="text-align: center;" | [http://ark.intel.com/products/75107/ i3-5010U] w/ HD Graphics 5500
|-
| RAM
| style="text-align: center;" | Dual-channel DDR3 1333/1600 MHz 2x SO-DIMMs, 16 GB total max.
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | Dual-channel 1.35V DDR3L 1333/1600 MHz 2x SO-DIMMs, 16 GB total max.
|-
| Chipset
| style="text-align: center;" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/chipsets/performance-chipsets/mobile-chipset-qs77.html Intel QS77]
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | N/A; [http://software.intel.com/en-us/articles/an-introduction-to-the-intel-4th-generation-core-processor CPU is an SoC]
|-
| Display
| style="text-align: center;" | 1x [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HDMI#Version_1.4 HDMI 1.4a], full-size 2x [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MiniDP Mini DisplayPort 1.1a]
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | 1x [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HDMI#Version_1.4 MiniHDMI 1.4a] 1x [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MiniDP Mini DisplayPort 1.2]
|-
| Ethernet
| colspan="3" style="text-align: center;" | 1x RJ45, 10/100/1000 Mbps
|-
| Consumer IR Receiver
| align="center" | None
| colspan="2" align="center" | Front panel
|-
| WiFi Antennae
| colspan="3" style="text-align: center;" | 2x dual-band, embedded in enclosure
|-
| Audio
| style="text-align: center;" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/chipsets/high-definition-audio.html Intel HD Audio]; 7.1 digital audio via [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HDMI#Version_1.4 HDMI] and [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MiniDP Mini DisplayPort]
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/chipsets/high-definition-audio.html Intel HD Audio]; 7.1 digital audio via [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HDMI#Version_1.4 HDMI], [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MiniDP Mini DisplayPort] and front-panel 3.5mm headset jack
|-
| USB 2.0 Ports
| style="text-align: center;" | 2x rear, 2x via internal pin header
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | 2x via internal pin header
|-
| USB 3.0 Ports
| style="text-align: center;" | 1x front
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | 2x rear, 2x front
|-
| MiniPCIe Slots
| colspan="3" style="text-align: center;" | 1x full-length w/ [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Serial_ATA#Mini-SATA_.28mSATA.29 mSATA] support, 1x half-length
|-
| Included in-box
| colspan="3" style="text-align: center;" | Fan/heatsink, 19VDC 65W AC adapter, VESA mount
|-
| Chassis / Enclosure
| align="center" | Plastic & aluminum, 4.59” × 4.41” × 1.55” (116.6mm × 112.0mm × 39.0mm)
| align="center" | Plastic & aluminum, 4.59" x 4.41" x 1.36" (116.6mm x 112.0mm x 34.5mm)
| align="center" | Plastic & aluminum, 4.59" x 4.41" x 1.95" (116.6mm x 112.0mm x 49.5mm)
|-
| AC Power Cord
| align="center" | Not included
| colspan="2" align="center" | Included in some SKUs
|-
| Manufacturer Links
| style="text-align: center;" | [http://www.intel.com/p/en_US/support/category/dsktpboards/dk-dc53427hye/doc_guide Technical Documentation] [http://downloadcenter.intel.com/SearchResult.aspx?lang=eng&ProductFamily=Desktop+Boards&ProductLine=Intel%C2%AE+NUC+Boards+and+Kits&ProductProduct=Intel%C2%AE+NUC+Kit+DC53427HYE Latest BIOS and Drivers] [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/nuc/dc53427hye-interactive-layout-demo-video.html Interactive Product Layout]
| style="text-align: center;" | [http://www.intel.com/p/en_US/support/category/dsktpboards/dk-d54250wyk/doc_guide Technical Documentation] [http://downloadcenter.intel.com/SearchResult.aspx?lang=eng&ProductFamily=Desktop+Boards&ProductLine=Intel%C2%AE+NUC+Boards+and+Kits&ProductProduct=Intel%C2%AE+NUC+Kit+D54250WYK Latest BIOS and Drivers] [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/nuc/nuc-kit-d54250wyk-interactive-layout-demo-video.html Interactive Product Layout]
| style="text-align: center;" | [http://www.intel.com/p/en_US/support/category/dsktpboards/dk-d54250wyk/doc_guide Technical Documentation] [http://downloadcenter.intel.com/SearchResult.aspx?lang=eng&ProductFamily=Desktop+Boards&ProductLine=Intel%C2%AE+NUC+Boards+and+Kits&ProductProduct=Intel%C2%AE+NUC+Kit+D54250WYK Latest BIOS and Drivers] [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/nuc/nuc-kit-d54250wykh-interactive-layout-demo-video.html Interactive Product Layout]
|}

{| border: 1px solid #BBB; margin: .46em .2em;"
|- style="font-size: 86%;"
| valign="top" align="center" |[[File:DC53427HYE.png|200px]] Intel NUC based on the 3rd-Gen Core i5 DC53427HYE
| valign="top" align="center" |[[File:D54250WYK.png|200px]] Intel NUC based on the 4th-Gen Core i5 D54250WYK
| valign="top" align="center" |[[File:D54250WYKH.png|200px]] Intel NUC based on the 4th-Gen Core i5 D54250WYKH
|}
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== Known issues ==
=== Windows ===
* Having graphical UI corruption with a NUC that uses Intel HD4000 graphics? Try updating the graphics drivers: https://downloadcenter.intel.com/

* The 2820 Baytrail will not bitstream HD Audio under Windows OS. This is a driver limitation as they don't support the PAP [Protected Audio Path] But under Linux, Ubuntu, openELEC. They work fine!

=== Hi10P / 10bit ===
{{Main|Hi10P}}
The first stable version with Hi10P support is Kodi v12 (Frodo). Multi-core software decoding is essential on the Celeron NUC, which is available in normal [[OpenELEC]] builds and [[development builds]] for Windows.

The Celeron 847 NUC can play most 10bit anime near flawlessly (as shown [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=myvNa9Sk0Y4 here] ). Frames might start dropping at around 18Mbps, but common anime releases seem to have no significant issues. For more info, see [http://forum.kodi.tv/showthread.php?tid=171981 this thread] on the Kodi forum.

=== Unreliable Wireless Devices attached to USB 3.0 ports ===
* Use a USB extension cable to move the device as far away from the USB port as possible. USB 3.0 can cause wireless interference. [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/io/universal-serial-bus/usb3-frequency-interference-paper.html Intel has released a whitepaper documenting the issue.]

== Mods ==
Here are some mods the community has done.
=== IR mods ===
Here's one user's mod to add IR: http://forum.kodi.tv/showthread.php?tid=166886

He added http://www.simerec.com which is ON/OFF capability via remote, and added in IR from a Microsoft USB RC6 IR receiver. Plenty of pics and detailed description. Even the holes were covered with [http://lightdims.com LightDims], which worked fantastically.

=== Fanless cases ===
There are several fanless cases available for the NUC:

Logic Supply offers a fanless case, the [http://www.logicsupply.com/components/cases/fanless/ml300/ ML300], compatible with the following Intel NUC motherboards: [http://www.logicsupply.com/components/motherboards/intel-core/dcp847ske/ DCP847SKE], [http://www.logicsupply.com/components/motherboards/intel-core/d33217gke/ D33217GKE], and [http://www.logicsupply.com/components/motherboards/intel-core/d53427rke/ D53427RKE]. The fully configured system is also available, the [http://www.logicsupply.com/computers/processor/intel-core/core-ml300/ Core-ML300].

The Haswell version, the [http://www.logicsupply.com/components/cases/fanless/ml320/ ML320] is in production available to pre-order as well as the fully configured system version, the [http://www.logicsupply.com/computers/processor/intel-core/core-ml320/ Core-ML320].

You can also buy fanless cases for these NUCs: http://www.impactics.com/d1nu1-b/

White model with RC6 USB receiver plugged into front of it: http://postimg.org/image/klk0h6yp3/

== Other tips, tricks, and advice ==
=== Linux ===
==== Bootloader ====
info on what you choose when installing archboot when you do a UEFI install?

I used a GPT layout with GRUB as bootloader. Here's my partition info:

<code>$ sudo gdisk -l /dev/sda</code>

GPT fdisk (gdisk) version 0.8.7
<poem>
Partition table scan:
MBR: protective
BSD: not present
APM: not present
GPT: present

Found valid GPT with protective MBR; using GPT.
Disk /dev/sda: 125045424 sectors, 59.6 GiB
Logical sector size: 512 bytes
Disk identifier (GUID): 783A3002-626F-49A1-85D1-12225885803E
Partition table holds up to 128 entries
First usable sector is 34, last usable sector is 125045390
Partitions will be aligned on 2048-sector boundaries
Total free space is 4062 sectors (2.0 MiB)

Number Start (sector) End (sector) Size Code Name
1 2048 6143 2.0 MiB EF02 BIOS_GRUB
2 8192 1056767 512.0 MiB EF00 UEFI_SYSTEM
3 1056768 3153919 1024.0 MiB 8300 SWAP
4 3153920 125045390 58.1 GiB 8300 BTRFS[/code]

The BIOS_GRUB partition is not really needed, I just added it in case I wanted to install to MBR and still use GPT. The UEFI_SYSTEM partition is mounted to /boot/efi. Look at the GRUB page in the Arch wiki, it has pretty good instructions.
</poem>

==== Consumer IR ====
Enabling the build-in Consumer IR (CIR) is not (completely) straightforward and needs some editing in the configuration files. Most of the commands below must be run as root, or using `sudo`.

The Intel NUC CIR is supported by the nuvoton_cir kernel module. Some (required) updates to this module are added to Linux kernel 3.15 [https://communities.intel.com/message/233970#233970]. So first update to Linux 3.15, if required.

For Ubuntu the kernel packages are available at [http://kernel.ubuntu.com/~kernel-ppa/mainline/v3.15-utopic/ http://kernel.ubuntu.com/~kernel-ppa/mainline].
Download either the amd64 or i386 version of the generic image and the all headers packages in a separate directory. Download and install using:
<pre>$ mkdir linux3.15
$ cd linux3.15
$ wget -O headers.deb http://kernel.ubuntu.com/~kernel-ppa/mainline/v3.15-utopic/linux-headers-3.15.0-031500_3.15.0-031500.201406131105_all.deb
$ wget -O image.deb http://kernel.ubuntu.com/~kernel-ppa/mainline/v3.15-utopic/linux-image-3.15.0-031500-generic_3.15.0-031500.201406131105_amd64.deb
$ dpkg -i *.deb</pre>
You will need to change the download URLs to match the correct version and processor type.
Reboot and you should be running the Linux kernel 3.15, check with
<pre>$ uname -r
3.15.0-031500rc8-generic</pre>

The same [https://communities.intel.com/message/231175#2311750 Intel forum thread] also shows the workaround to actually enable the novuton_cir driver for the CIR.
Create a new file /etc/rc2.d/S18fix-cir using your favorite editor with this content:
<pre>#! /bin/sh
#
# Fix for Consumer IR device, see https://communities.intel.com/thread/46259
modprobe -r nuvoton-cir
echo "auto" > /sys/bus/acpi/devices/NTN0530\:00/physical_node/resources
modprobe nuvoton-cir</pre>

Make the new file executable using:
<pre>$ chmod +x /etc/rc2.d/S18fix-cir</pre>

The system log should show something similar to these lines after rebooting:
<pre>$ dmesg | grep -i Nuvoton
[ 3.491310] nuvoton-cir 00:08: [io 0x0240-0x024f]
[ 3.491326] nuvoton-cir 00:08: unable to assign resources
[ 3.491330] nuvoton-cir 00:08: Could not activate PNP device!
# Note that at this point the S18fix-cir script kicks in, reloading the nuvoton_cir module with the 'fix'
[ 4.147173] nuvoton-cir 00:08: [io 0x0240-0x024f]
[ 4.147217] nuvoton-cir 00:08: [irq 3]
[ 4.147223] nuvoton-cir 00:08: [io 0x0250-0x025f]
[ 4.147862] nuvoton-cir 00:08: activated
[ 4.174957] input: Nuvoton w836x7hg Infrared Remote Transceiver as /devices/pnp0/00:08/rc/rc0/input10
[ 4.175091] rc0: Nuvoton w836x7hg Infrared Remote Transceiver as /devices/pnp0/00:08/rc/rc0
[ 4.203370] nuvoton_cir: driver has been successfully loaded
[ 4.208858] input: MCE IR Keyboard/Mouse (nuvoton-cir) as /devices/virtual/input/input11
[ 4.217123] rc rc0: lirc_dev: driver ir-lirc-codec (nuvoton-cir) registered at minor = 0</pre>

Next install lirc:
<pre>$ apt-get install lirc</pre>
It does not really matter what IR receiver is chosen as the required one is not available, so choose None for both the receiver and the transmitter.

Now open /etc/lirc/hardware.conf in you favorite editor and modify it, so it contains these settings (find the correct locations and modify them):
<pre>REMOTE="Nuvoton Transceivers/Remotes"
REMOTE_MODULES="lirc_dev nuvoton_cir"
REMOTE_DRIVER="default"
REMOTE_DEVICE="/dev/lirc0"
REMOTE_SOCKET=""
REMOTE_LIRCD_CONF=""
REMOTE_LIRCD_ARGS=""
START_LIRCD="true"
LOAD_MODULES="false"
</pre>
(the other settings are not important)

Now the CIR device should be supported by lirc. Time to [[HOW-TO:Setup Lirc|configure your remote]]

== Links ==
* http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/motherboards/desktop-motherboards/nuc.html - Intel's NUC product page
* [[Wikipedia:Next Unit of Computing]] - Wikipedia page on the NUC
* http://forum.kodi.tv/showthread.php?tid=140534 - Kodi NUC resource thread
* http://www.impactics.com/d1nu1-b/ - impactics fanless NUC case
* http://forum.kodi.tv/showthread.php?tid=166886 - Celeron NUC with mods
* http://www.simerec.com - install IR on/off capabilities (NUC can sleep/wake without mods)
* http://www.intel.com/content/dam/www/public/us/en/documents/guides/nuc-i3-home-theater-solution-guide.pdf - Intel's NUC + Kodi setup guide
* http://www.logicsupply.com/components/cases/nuc/ - Logic Supply NUC Cases
* http://www.logicsupply.com/computers/feature/nuc/ - Logic Supply NUC Computers

== Random notes ==
{{large|''Feel free to place various notes, tips, and links here. As this section of the wiki gets more organized, those notes will be properly sorted. Consider this like a dumping ground for when you're not sure where to put something.''}}

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Archive:Intel NUC

2017-01-02T18:22:30Z

Thenextdon13: /* About the Intel NUC */ - modify to reflect 6th gen, and that page may be out of date so check specs

{{mininav|[[Devices]]|[[x86 hardware]] }}
{{device notice}}

[[File:Intel NUC 4th Gen.jpg|300px|right]][[File:NUC.jpg|300px|right]]
<section begin="intro" />The Intel NUC is a series of small, awesome, [[x86 hardware]] based PCs that works fantastically as an HTPC. Can run a full desktop OS if desired. Reasonable starting price considering size and power. Uses Celeron to Core i5 CPUs. Can run fanless with a replacement heatsink case.<section end="intro" />

== Installing Kodi on an Intel NUC ==
{{See also|HOW-TO:Install KODI on an Intel NUC}}
Installing {{Kodi}} on the NUC is pretty much just like installing it on any other PC. Since most NUCs come as barebone kits you will also need to install an OS. If all you are using the NUC for is Kodi then you might want to consider an all-in-one solution like '''[[OpenELEC]]''', which has Kodi and OS and allows everything to be configured from within Kodi's interface.

== About the Intel NUC ==
NUCs are available with either Celeron, Core i3 or Core i5 processors. You will need to purchase your own RAM, mSATA SSD, and if desired/required, MiniPCIe WiFi card. All current NUCs have 2x DDR4 SO-DIMM slots, allowing a maximum of 32GB of RAM (16 GB per slot). Newest models based on the 6th-Generation Core processor require DDR4 SO-DIMMs (1.2V). Although NUC boards will work with DC power ranging from 12VDC~19VDC, NUC kits come with a 19VDC 65W switching power adapter. However, not all SKUs have the AC power cord included. There are multiple SKUs of the latest NUC models, each of which has a different type of AC power cord, depending on the country/region/plug type. Be sure to check NUC specs, as this page may be out of date.

All NUCs are x86 and x64 OS capable. You can install Windows 7, 8 or just [[XBMCbuntu]] or [[OpenELEC]]. It doesn't matter. But if you don't need Netflix, SkyGO, then stick with OpenELEC or XBMCbuntu. They even have the internal pin headers for extra USB ports, but also for power switch, LEDs etc. More on this later.

{{collapse top|Click "Expand" to show full specs -->}}
=== Atom-based ===
There is one NUC model based on an Atom processor: DE3815TYKHE.

{| class="prettytable"
|-
| width="100" | Model Number
| width="250" align="center" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/nuc/nuc-kit-de3815tykhe.html DE3815TYKHE]
|-
| CPU
| align="center" | [http://ark.intel.com/sv/products/78476/Intel-Atom-Processor-E3815-1M-Cache-1_46-GHz Intel® Atom(TM) E3815] w/ HD Graphics (4 EUs)
|-
| RAM
| align="center" | DDR3L SO-DIMM 1.35V, 1333/1600 MHz (down clocked to 1066 MHz) 1x SO-DIMMs, 8 GB total max.
|-
| Display
| align="center" | 1x [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HDMI#Version_1.4 HDMI 1.4a], full-size 1x Embedded DisplayPort* (eDP) 1.3 (2 lanes with backlight and adjustable voltage/timings) 1x VGA
|-
| Mass Storage
| align="center" | 4-GB eMMC storage device built in Internal support for 2.5-inch HDD or SSD (up to 9.5mm thickness)
|-
| Ethernet
| align="center" | 1x RJ45, 10/100/1000 Mbps
|-
| WiFi
| align="center" | Half-length PCIe* mini-card slot and wireless antennas pre-assembled
|-
| Audio
| align="center" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/chipsets/high-definition-audio.html Intel HD Audio]; 7.1 digital audio via HDMI Back panel headphone/microphone jack
|-
| USB 2.0 Ports
| align="center" | 2x rear, 3x via internal pin header
|-
| USB 3.0 Ports
| align="center" | 1x front
|-
| Consumer IR Port
| align="center" | None
|-
| MiniPCIe Slots
| align="center" | 1x half-length
|-
| Included in-box
| align="center" | 12V, 36W wall-mount AC-DC power adapter (12-19V DC back panel power connector) Multi-country plugs (IEC types A/C/G/I) Vertical stand VESA mount bracket (75 x 75mm and 100 x 100mm compatible)

|-
| Chassis / Enclosure
| align="center" | Passive/fanless design Metallic gray plastic ring with black sides (190mm x 116mm x 40mm)
|-
| AC Power Cord
| align="center" | Not included
|-
| Manufacturer Links
| style="text-align: center;" |[http://www.intel.com/p/en_US/support/category/dsktpboards/dk-de3815tykhe/doc_guide Technical Documentation]
|}

Even with limited GPU power, this Atom-based Intel NUC works well with XBMC. There are few formats this device can't properly decode. This is a great fanless replacement of the [[Raspberry Pi]]. Compared to the other NUC models this ends up much cheaper (no additional harddrive is required because of the internal 4GB mSATA drive which without problems holds GNU/Linux with XBMC) and passive (totally silent) at the cost of CPU/GPU power.

A more comprehensive test can be found here: http://nucblog.net/2014/05/part-2-bay-trail-atom-nuc-as-htpc-de3815tykhe/

Demonstation with OpenELEC: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UXIYZjlrFic

=== Celeron-based ===
There are two NUC's based on a Celeron processor: the first-generation DCCP847DYE and the third-generation DN2820FYKH.

{| style="float: right; border: 1px solid #BBB; margin: .46em .2em;"
|- style="font-size: 86%;"
| valign="top" |[[File:DCCP847DYE.png|200px]] Intel Celeron-based NUC, DCCP847DYE
|-
|-
|- style="float: right; border: 1px solid #BBB; margin: .46em .2em;"
|- style="font-size: 86%;"
| valign="top" |[[File:DN2820FYKH.png|200px]] Intel Baytrail Celeron-based NUC, DN2820FYKH
|}

{| class="prettytable"
|-
| width="100" | Model Number
| width="250" align="center" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/motherboards/desktop-motherboards/desktop-kit-dccp847dye.html DCCP847DYE]
| width="250" align="center" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/nuc/nuc-board-dn2820fykh.html DN2820FYKH]
|-
| CPU
| align="center" | [http://ark.intel.com/products/56056/ Celeron 847] w/ HD Graphics (6 EUs)
| align="center" | [http://ark.intel.com/products/79052/Intel-Celeron-Processor-N2820-1M-Cache-up-to-2_39-GHz?wapkw=intel%C2%AE+celeron%C2%AE+processor+n2820 Celeron N2820] w/ HD Graphics (756 MHz)
|-
| RAM
| align="center" | Dual-channel DDR3 1333 MHz 2x SO-DIMMs, 16 GB total max.
| align="center" | Single-channel DDR3L 1066 MHz 1x SO-DIMMs, 8 GB total max.
|-
| Chipset
| align="center" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/chipsets/performance-chipsets/mobile-chipset-qs77.html Intel QS77]
| align="center" | N/A; [http://software.intel.com/en-us/articles/an-introduction-to-the-intel-4th-generation-core-processor CPU is an SoC]
|-
| Display
| align="center" | 2x [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HDMI#Version_1.4 HDMI 1.4a], full-size
| align="center" | 1x [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HDMI#Version_1.4 HDMI 1.4a], full-size
|-
| Mass Storage
| align="center" | mSATA SSD support via 1x full-length MiniPCIe slot
| align="center" | 2.5" SSD or HDD w/ 9.5mm max height SATA data and power connectors provided
|-
| Ethernet
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | 1x RJ45, 10/100/1000 Mbps
|-
| WiFi
| align="center" | 2x dual-band WiFi antennas embedded in enclosure
| align="center" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/wireless-products/dual-band-wireless-n-7260-bluetooth-brief.html Intel Wireless-N 7260BN] w/ BT 4.0 preinstalled 2x dual-band WiFi antennas embedded in enclosure
|-
| Audio
| align="center" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/chipsets/high-definition-audio.html Intel HD Audio]; 7.1 digital audio via HDMI
| align="center" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/chipsets/high-definition-audio.html Intel HD Audio]; 7.1 digital audio via HDMI Rear-panel 3.5mm headset jack
|-
| USB 2.0 Ports
| align="center" | 2x rear, 1x front, 2x via internal pin header
| align="center" | 2x rear
|-
| USB 3.0 Ports
| align="center" | None
| align="center" | 1x front
|-
| Consumer IR Port
| align="center" | None
| align="center" | Front Panel
|-
| MiniPCIe Slots
| align="center" | 1x full-length, 1x half-length
| align="center" | 1x half-length, used by WiFi card
|-
| Included in-box
| align="center" | Fan/heatsink, 19VDC 65W AC adapter, VESA mount
| align="center" | Fan/heatsink, 12VDC 36W wall-mount AC adapter w/ 4x multi-country plugs, VESA mount
|-
| Chassis / Enclosure
| align="center" | Plastic & aluminum, 4.59” × 4.41” × 1.55” (116.6mm × 112.0mm × 39.0mm)
| align="center" | Plastic & aluminum, 4.59” × 4.41” × 2.03” (116.6mm × 112.0mm × 51.5mm)
|-
| AC Power Cord
| align="center" | Not included
| align="center" | NA; AC adapter is wall-mount
|-
| Manufacturer Links
| style="text-align: center;" |[http://www.intel.com/p/en_US/support/category/dsktpboards/dk-dccp847dye/doc_guide?format-type=Technical+Documents Technical Documentation] 
[http://downloadcenter.intel.com/SearchResult.aspx?lang=eng&ProductFamily=Desktop+Boards&ProductLine=Intel%C2%AE+NUC+Boards+and+Kits&ProductProduct=Intel%C2%AE+NUC+Kit+DCCP847DYE Latest BIOS and Drivers] 
[http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/desktops/desktop-kit-dccp847dye-interactive-layout-demo-video.html Interactive Product Layout]
| style="text-align: center;" |[http://www.intel.com/p/en_US/support/category/dsktpboards/dk-dn2820fyk/doc_guide?format-type=Technical+Documents Technical Documentation] 
[http://downloadcenter.intel.com/Product_Filter.aspx?ProductID=3782 Latest BIOS and Drivers]
|}

* The 2820 Baytrail will not bitstream HD Audio under Windows OS. This is a driver limitation as they don't support the PAP [Protected Audio Path] But under Linux, Ubuntu, openELEC. They work fine!

The Celeron-based NUC can play everything Kodi can including 1080p SBS 3D. It will struggle with full frame packed 3D. Boot up time direct into Kodi is less than 10 seconds. It is entirely possible to create a system with an 32GB mSATA SSD and 4GB RAM, which will be overkill when you want to run OpenELEC but might be interesting in case you are considering a Windows build. For a cheap alternative with upgrade potential, you could use the internal USB headers to run the entire system from a USB stick. If you read the [http://forum.kodi.tv/showthread.php?tid=140534 NUC thread], there are screen caps of prices to help you compare to today's prices.

Skinswise, Confluence, Ace or Bello are wonderful to use and very fluid. Once you start using the heavier skins that utilise many addons, such as Aeon Nox, MQ3, MQ4 you will notice they run smooth but not as fluid as what can be enjoyed on the i3 & i5 models.

=== Core i3-based ===
There are six different NUCs equipped with Core i3 processors. The table below shows the similarities and differences:
{| class="prettytable"
|-
| width="100" | Model Number
| width="250" align="center" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/motherboards/desktop-motherboards/desktop-kit-dc3217by.html DC3217BY]
| width="250" align="center" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/motherboards/desktop-motherboards/desktop-kit-dc3217iye.html DC3217IYE]
| width="250" align="center" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/nuc/nuc-kit-d34010wyk.html D34010WYK]
| width="250" align="center" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/nuc/nuc-kit-d34010wykh.html D34010WYKH]
| width="250" align="center" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/nuc/nuc-kit-nuc5i3ryk.html NUC5I3RYK]
| width="250" align="center" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/nuc/nuc-kit-nuc5i3ryh.html NUC5I3RYH]
|-
| CPU
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | [http://ark.intel.com/products/65697/ i3-3217U] w/ HD Graphics 4000
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | [http://ark.intel.com/products/75107/ i3-4010U] w/ HD Graphics 4400
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | [http://ark.intel.com/products/75107/ i3-5010U] w/ HD Graphics 5500
|-
| RAM
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | Dual-channel DDR3 1333/1600 MHz 2x SO-DIMMs, 16 GB total max.
| colspan="4" style="text-align: center;" | Dual-channel 1.35V DDR3L 1333/1600 MHz 2x SO-DIMMs, 16 GB total max.
|-
| Chipset
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/chipsets/performance-chipsets/mobile-chipset-qs77.html Intel QS77]
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | N/A; [http://software.intel.com/en-us/articles/an-introduction-to-the-intel-4th-generation-core-processor CPU is an SoC]
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | N/A; CPU is an SoC
|-
| Display
| style="text-align: center;" | 1x [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HDMI#Version_1.4 HDMI 1.4a], full-size 1x [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Thunderbolt_(interface) Thunderbolt] / [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MiniDP Mini DisplayPort 1.1a]
| style="text-align: center;" | 2x [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HDMI#Version_1.4 HDMI 1.4a], full-size
| colspan="4" style="text-align: center;" | 1x [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HDMI#Version_1.4 MiniHDMI 1.4a] 1x [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MiniDP Mini DisplayPort 1.2]
|-
| width="100" | Mass storage
| width="250" align="center" | mSATA SSD support via 1x full-length MiniPCIe slot
| width="250" align="center" | mSATA SSD support via 1x full-length MiniPCIe slot
| width="250" align="center" | mSATA SSD support via 1x full-length MiniPCIe slot
| width="250" align="center" | 2.5" SSD or HDD w/ 9.5mm max height SATA data and power connectors provided and mSATA SSD support via 1x full-length MiniPCIe slot
| width="250" align="center" | M.2 SSD
| width="250" align="center" | M.2 SSD and 2.5" SSD or HDD w/ 9.5mm max height SATA data and power connectors provided
|-
| Ethernet
| style="text-align: center;" | None
| colspan="5" style="text-align: center;" | 1x RJ45, 10/100/1000 Mbps
|-
| Consumer IR Receiver
| colspan="2" align="center" | None
| colspan="4" align="center" | Front panel
|-
| WiFi Antennae
| colspan="4" style="text-align: center;" | 2x dual-band, embedded in enclosure
| colspan="4" style="text-align: center;" | Bluetooth 4.0
|-
| Audio
| style="text-align: center;" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/chipsets/high-definition-audio.html Intel HD Audio]; 7.1 digital audio via [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HDMI#Version_1.4 HDMI] and
[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Thunderbolt_(interface) Thunderbolt]/[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MiniDP Mini DisplayPort]
| style="text-align: center;" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/chipsets/high-definition-audio.html Intel HD Audio]; 7.1 digital audio via [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HDMI#Version_1.4 HDMI]
| colspan="4" style="text-align: center;" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/chipsets/high-definition-audio.html Intel HD Audio]; 7.1 digital audio via [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HDMI#Version_1.4 HDMI] and [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MiniDP Mini DisplayPort] Front-panel 3.5mm headset jack
|-
| USB 2.0 Ports
| style="text-align: center;" | 2x rear, 1x front
| style="text-align: center;" | 2x rear, 1x front 2x via internal pin header
| colspan="4" style="text-align: center;" | 2x via internal pin header
|-
| USB 3.0 Ports
| style="text-align: center;" | None
| style="text-align: center;" | None
| colspan="4" style="text-align: center;" | 2x rear, 2x front
|-
| MiniPCIe Slots
| colspan="4" style="text-align: center;" | 1x full-length w/ [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Serial_ATA#Mini-SATA_.28mSATA.29 mSATA] support, 1x half-length
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | 1x M.2 slot with PCIe X4 lanes

|-
| Included in-box
| colspan="6" style="text-align: center;" | Fan/heatsink, 19VDC 65W AC adapter, VESA mount
|-
| Chassis / Enclosure
| colspan="2" align="center" | Plastic & aluminum, 4.59” × 4.41” × 1.55” (116.6mm × 112.0mm × 39.0mm)
| align="center" | Plastic & aluminum, 4.59" x 4.41" x 1.36" (116.6mm x 112.0mm x 34.5mm)
| align="center" | Plastic & aluminum, 4.59" x 4.41" x 1.95" (116.6mm x 112.0mm x 49.5mm)
| colspan="2" align="center" | Plastic & aluminum, 4.52" x 4.37" x 1.36" (115mm × 111mm × 34.5mm)

|-
| AC Power Cord
| colspan="2" align="center" | Not included
| colspan="4" align="center" | Included in some SKUs
|-
| Manufacturer Links
| style="text-align: center;" | [http://www.intel.com/p/en_US/support/category/dsktpboards/dk-dc3217by/doc_guide?format-type=Technical+Documents Technical Documentation] [http://www.intel.com/p/en_US/support/highlights/dsktpboards/dk-dc3217by Latest BIOS and Drivers] [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/desktops/desktop-kit-dc3217by-interactive-layout-demo-video.html Interactive Product Layout]
| style="text-align: center;" | [http://www.intel.com/p/en_US/support/category/dsktpboards/dk-dc3217iye/doc_guide?format-type=Technical+Documents Technical Documentation] [http://downloadcenter.intel.com/SearchResult.aspx?lang=eng&ProductFamily=Desktop+Boards&ProductLine=Intel%C2%AE+NUC+Boards+and+Kits&ProductProduct=Intel%C2%AE+NUC+Kit+DC3217IYE Latest BIOS and Drivers] [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/desktops/desktop-board-dc3217iye-interactive-layout-demo-video.html Interactive Product Layout]
| style="text-align: center;" | [http://www.intel.com/p/en_US/support/category/dsktpboards/dk-d34010wyk/doc_guide Technical Documentation] [http://downloadcenter.intel.com/SearchResult.aspx?lang=eng&ProductFamily=Desktop+Boards&ProductLine=Intel%C2%AE+NUC+Boards+and+Kits&ProductProduct=Intel%C2%AE+NUC+Kit+D34010WYK Latest BIOS and Drivers] [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/nuc/nuc-kit-d34010wyk-interactive-layout-demo-video.html Interactive Product Layout]
| style="text-align: center;" | [http://www.intel.com/p/en_US/support/category/dsktpboards/dk-d34010wyk/doc_guide Technical Documentation] [http://downloadcenter.intel.com/SearchResult.aspx?lang=eng&ProductFamily=Desktop+Boards&ProductLine=Intel%C2%AE+NUC+Boards+and+Kits&ProductProduct=Intel%C2%AE+NUC+Kit+D34010WYK Latest BIOS and Drivers] [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/nuc/nuc-kit-D34010WYKH-interactive-layout-demo-video.html Interactive Product Layout]
| style="text-align: center;" | [http://www.intel.com/p/en_US/support/category/dsktpboards/nuc5i3ryh/doc_guide Technical Documentation] [https://downloadcenter.intel.com/SearchResult.aspx?ProdId=3851 Latest BIOS and Drivers]
| style="text-align: center;" | [http://www.intel.com/p/en_US/support/category/dsktpboards/nuc5i3ryk/doc_guide Technical Documentation] [https://downloadcenter.intel.com/SearchResult.aspx?ProdId=3852 Latest BIOS and Drivers]
|}

Can software decode most formats if needed. Does everything the Celeron can do and full frame packed 3D. Good for an HTPC that also needs light gaming and maybe some more heavy Windows applications. If you don't need those things, then you might want to stick with the Celeron to save some money.

{| border: 1px solid #BBB; margin: .46em .2em;"
|- style="font-size: 86%;"
| valign="top" align="center" |[[File:DC3217BY.png|200px]] Intel NUC based on the 3rd-Gen Core i3 DC3217BY
| valign="top" align="center" |[[File:DC3217IYE.png|200px]] Intel NUC based on the 3rd-Gen Core i3 DC3217IYE
| valign="top" align="center" |[[File:D34010WYK.png|200px]] Intel NUC based on the 4th-Gen Core i3 D34010WYK
| valign="top" align="center" |[[File:D34010WYKH.png|200px]] Intel NUC based on the 4th-Gen Core i3 D34010WYKH
|}

=== Core i5-based ===
There are three NUCs models with Core i5 processors. The table below shows the similarities and differences:
{| class="prettytable"
|-
| width="100" | Model Number
| width="250" align="center" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/motherboards/desktop-motherboards/desktop-kit-dc53427hye.html DC53427HYE]
| width="250" align="center" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/nuc/nuc-kit-d54250wyk.html D54250WYK]
| width="250" align="center" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/nuc/nuc-kit-d54250wykh.html D54250WYKH]
| width="250" align="center" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/nuc/nuc-kit-nuc5i5myhe-board-nuc5i5mybe.html NUC5I5MYHE]
| width="250" align="center" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/nuc/nuc-kit-nuc5i5ryh.html NUC5I5RYH]
| width="250" align="center" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/nuc/nuc-kit-nuc5i5ryk.html NUC5I5RYK]
|-
| CPU
| style="text-align: center;" | [http://ark.intel.com/products/64903/ i5-3427U] [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/architecture-and-technology/vpro/vpro-technology-general.html vPro] w/ HD Graphics 4000
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | [http://ark.intel.com/products/75028/ i5-4250U] w/ HD Graphics 5000
| colspan="3" style="text-align: center;" | [http://ark.intel.com/products/75107/ i3-5010U] w/ HD Graphics 5500
|-
| RAM
| style="text-align: center;" | Dual-channel DDR3 1333/1600 MHz 2x SO-DIMMs, 16 GB total max.
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | Dual-channel 1.35V DDR3L 1333/1600 MHz 2x SO-DIMMs, 16 GB total max.
|-
| Chipset
| style="text-align: center;" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/chipsets/performance-chipsets/mobile-chipset-qs77.html Intel QS77]
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | N/A; [http://software.intel.com/en-us/articles/an-introduction-to-the-intel-4th-generation-core-processor CPU is an SoC]
|-
| Display
| style="text-align: center;" | 1x [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HDMI#Version_1.4 HDMI 1.4a], full-size 2x [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MiniDP Mini DisplayPort 1.1a]
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | 1x [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HDMI#Version_1.4 MiniHDMI 1.4a] 1x [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MiniDP Mini DisplayPort 1.2]
|-
| Ethernet
| colspan="3" style="text-align: center;" | 1x RJ45, 10/100/1000 Mbps
|-
| Consumer IR Receiver
| align="center" | None
| colspan="2" align="center" | Front panel
|-
| WiFi Antennae
| colspan="3" style="text-align: center;" | 2x dual-band, embedded in enclosure
|-
| Audio
| style="text-align: center;" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/chipsets/high-definition-audio.html Intel HD Audio]; 7.1 digital audio via [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HDMI#Version_1.4 HDMI] and [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MiniDP Mini DisplayPort]
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/chipsets/high-definition-audio.html Intel HD Audio]; 7.1 digital audio via [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HDMI#Version_1.4 HDMI], [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MiniDP Mini DisplayPort] and front-panel 3.5mm headset jack
|-
| USB 2.0 Ports
| style="text-align: center;" | 2x rear, 2x via internal pin header
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | 2x via internal pin header
|-
| USB 3.0 Ports
| style="text-align: center;" | 1x front
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | 2x rear, 2x front
|-
| MiniPCIe Slots
| colspan="3" style="text-align: center;" | 1x full-length w/ [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Serial_ATA#Mini-SATA_.28mSATA.29 mSATA] support, 1x half-length
|-
| Included in-box
| colspan="3" style="text-align: center;" | Fan/heatsink, 19VDC 65W AC adapter, VESA mount
|-
| Chassis / Enclosure
| align="center" | Plastic & aluminum, 4.59” × 4.41” × 1.55” (116.6mm × 112.0mm × 39.0mm)
| align="center" | Plastic & aluminum, 4.59" x 4.41" x 1.36" (116.6mm x 112.0mm x 34.5mm)
| align="center" | Plastic & aluminum, 4.59" x 4.41" x 1.95" (116.6mm x 112.0mm x 49.5mm)
|-
| AC Power Cord
| align="center" | Not included
| colspan="2" align="center" | Included in some SKUs
|-
| Manufacturer Links
| style="text-align: center;" | [http://www.intel.com/p/en_US/support/category/dsktpboards/dk-dc53427hye/doc_guide Technical Documentation] [http://downloadcenter.intel.com/SearchResult.aspx?lang=eng&ProductFamily=Desktop+Boards&ProductLine=Intel%C2%AE+NUC+Boards+and+Kits&ProductProduct=Intel%C2%AE+NUC+Kit+DC53427HYE Latest BIOS and Drivers] [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/nuc/dc53427hye-interactive-layout-demo-video.html Interactive Product Layout]
| style="text-align: center;" | [http://www.intel.com/p/en_US/support/category/dsktpboards/dk-d54250wyk/doc_guide Technical Documentation] [http://downloadcenter.intel.com/SearchResult.aspx?lang=eng&ProductFamily=Desktop+Boards&ProductLine=Intel%C2%AE+NUC+Boards+and+Kits&ProductProduct=Intel%C2%AE+NUC+Kit+D54250WYK Latest BIOS and Drivers] [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/nuc/nuc-kit-d54250wyk-interactive-layout-demo-video.html Interactive Product Layout]
| style="text-align: center;" | [http://www.intel.com/p/en_US/support/category/dsktpboards/dk-d54250wyk/doc_guide Technical Documentation] [http://downloadcenter.intel.com/SearchResult.aspx?lang=eng&ProductFamily=Desktop+Boards&ProductLine=Intel%C2%AE+NUC+Boards+and+Kits&ProductProduct=Intel%C2%AE+NUC+Kit+D54250WYK Latest BIOS and Drivers] [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/nuc/nuc-kit-d54250wykh-interactive-layout-demo-video.html Interactive Product Layout]
|}

{| border: 1px solid #BBB; margin: .46em .2em;"
|- style="font-size: 86%;"
| valign="top" align="center" |[[File:DC53427HYE.png|200px]] Intel NUC based on the 3rd-Gen Core i5 DC53427HYE
| valign="top" align="center" |[[File:D54250WYK.png|200px]] Intel NUC based on the 4th-Gen Core i5 D54250WYK
| valign="top" align="center" |[[File:D54250WYKH.png|200px]] Intel NUC based on the 4th-Gen Core i5 D54250WYKH
|}
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== Known issues ==
=== Windows ===
* Having graphical UI corruption with a NUC that uses Intel HD4000 graphics? Try updating the graphics drivers: https://downloadcenter.intel.com/

* The 2820 Baytrail will not bitstream HD Audio under Windows OS. This is a driver limitation as they don't support the PAP [Protected Audio Path] But under Linux, Ubuntu, openELEC. They work fine!

=== Hi10P / 10bit ===
{{Main|Hi10P}}
The first stable version with Hi10P support is Kodi v12 (Frodo). Multi-core software decoding is essential on the Celeron NUC, which is available in normal [[OpenELEC]] builds and [[development builds]] for Windows.

The Celeron 847 NUC can play most 10bit anime near flawlessly (as shown [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=myvNa9Sk0Y4 here] ). Frames might start dropping at around 18Mbps, but common anime releases seem to have no significant issues. For more info, see [http://forum.kodi.tv/showthread.php?tid=171981 this thread] on the Kodi forum.

=== Unreliable Wireless Devices attached to USB 3.0 ports ===
* Use a USB extension cable to move the device as far away from the USB port as possible. USB 3.0 can cause wireless interference. [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/io/universal-serial-bus/usb3-frequency-interference-paper.html Intel has released a whitepaper documenting the issue.]

== Mods ==
Here are some mods the community has done.
=== IR mods ===
Here's one user's mod to add IR: http://forum.kodi.tv/showthread.php?tid=166886

He added http://www.simerec.com which is ON/OFF capability via remote, and added in IR from a Microsoft USB RC6 IR receiver. Plenty of pics and detailed description. Even the holes were covered with [http://lightdims.com LightDims], which worked fantastically.

=== Fanless cases ===
There are several fanless cases available for the NUC:

Logic Supply offers a fanless case, the [http://www.logicsupply.com/components/cases/fanless/ml300/ ML300], compatible with the following Intel NUC motherboards: [http://www.logicsupply.com/components/motherboards/intel-core/dcp847ske/ DCP847SKE], [http://www.logicsupply.com/components/motherboards/intel-core/d33217gke/ D33217GKE], and [http://www.logicsupply.com/components/motherboards/intel-core/d53427rke/ D53427RKE]. The fully configured system is also available, the [http://www.logicsupply.com/computers/processor/intel-core/core-ml300/ Core-ML300].

The Haswell version, the [http://www.logicsupply.com/components/cases/fanless/ml320/ ML320] is in production available to pre-order as well as the fully configured system version, the [http://www.logicsupply.com/computers/processor/intel-core/core-ml320/ Core-ML320].

You can also buy fanless cases for these NUCs: http://www.impactics.com/d1nu1-b/

White model with RC6 USB receiver plugged into front of it: http://postimg.org/image/klk0h6yp3/

== Other tips, tricks, and advice ==
=== Linux ===
==== Bootloader ====
info on what you choose when installing archboot when you do a UEFI install?

I used a GPT layout with GRUB as bootloader. Here's my partition info:

<code>$ sudo gdisk -l /dev/sda</code>

GPT fdisk (gdisk) version 0.8.7
<poem>
Partition table scan:
MBR: protective
BSD: not present
APM: not present
GPT: present

Found valid GPT with protective MBR; using GPT.
Disk /dev/sda: 125045424 sectors, 59.6 GiB
Logical sector size: 512 bytes
Disk identifier (GUID): 783A3002-626F-49A1-85D1-12225885803E
Partition table holds up to 128 entries
First usable sector is 34, last usable sector is 125045390
Partitions will be aligned on 2048-sector boundaries
Total free space is 4062 sectors (2.0 MiB)

Number Start (sector) End (sector) Size Code Name
1 2048 6143 2.0 MiB EF02 BIOS_GRUB
2 8192 1056767 512.0 MiB EF00 UEFI_SYSTEM
3 1056768 3153919 1024.0 MiB 8300 SWAP
4 3153920 125045390 58.1 GiB 8300 BTRFS[/code]

The BIOS_GRUB partition is not really needed, I just added it in case I wanted to install to MBR and still use GPT. The UEFI_SYSTEM partition is mounted to /boot/efi. Look at the GRUB page in the Arch wiki, it has pretty good instructions.
</poem>

==== Consumer IR ====
Enabling the build-in Consumer IR (CIR) is not (completely) straightforward and needs some editing in the configuration files. Most of the commands below must be run as root, or using `sudo`.

The Intel NUC CIR is supported by the nuvoton_cir kernel module. Some (required) updates to this module are added to Linux kernel 3.15 [https://communities.intel.com/message/233970#233970]. So first update to Linux 3.15, if required.

For Ubuntu the kernel packages are available at [http://kernel.ubuntu.com/~kernel-ppa/mainline/v3.15-utopic/ http://kernel.ubuntu.com/~kernel-ppa/mainline].
Download either the amd64 or i386 version of the generic image and the all headers packages in a separate directory. Download and install using:
<pre>$ mkdir linux3.15
$ cd linux3.15
$ wget -O headers.deb http://kernel.ubuntu.com/~kernel-ppa/mainline/v3.15-utopic/linux-headers-3.15.0-031500_3.15.0-031500.201406131105_all.deb
$ wget -O image.deb http://kernel.ubuntu.com/~kernel-ppa/mainline/v3.15-utopic/linux-image-3.15.0-031500-generic_3.15.0-031500.201406131105_amd64.deb
$ dpkg -i *.deb</pre>
You will need to change the download URLs to match the correct version and processor type.
Reboot and you should be running the Linux kernel 3.15, check with
<pre>$ uname -r
3.15.0-031500rc8-generic</pre>

The same [https://communities.intel.com/message/231175#2311750 Intel forum thread] also shows the workaround to actually enable the novuton_cir driver for the CIR.
Create a new file /etc/rc2.d/S18fix-cir using your favorite editor with this content:
<pre>#! /bin/sh
#
# Fix for Consumer IR device, see https://communities.intel.com/thread/46259
modprobe -r nuvoton-cir
echo "auto" > /sys/bus/acpi/devices/NTN0530\:00/physical_node/resources
modprobe nuvoton-cir</pre>

Make the new file executable using:
<pre>$ chmod +x /etc/rc2.d/S18fix-cir</pre>

The system log should show something similar to these lines after rebooting:
<pre>$ dmesg | grep -i Nuvoton
[ 3.491310] nuvoton-cir 00:08: [io 0x0240-0x024f]
[ 3.491326] nuvoton-cir 00:08: unable to assign resources
[ 3.491330] nuvoton-cir 00:08: Could not activate PNP device!
# Note that at this point the S18fix-cir script kicks in, reloading the nuvoton_cir module with the 'fix'
[ 4.147173] nuvoton-cir 00:08: [io 0x0240-0x024f]
[ 4.147217] nuvoton-cir 00:08: [irq 3]
[ 4.147223] nuvoton-cir 00:08: [io 0x0250-0x025f]
[ 4.147862] nuvoton-cir 00:08: activated
[ 4.174957] input: Nuvoton w836x7hg Infrared Remote Transceiver as /devices/pnp0/00:08/rc/rc0/input10
[ 4.175091] rc0: Nuvoton w836x7hg Infrared Remote Transceiver as /devices/pnp0/00:08/rc/rc0
[ 4.203370] nuvoton_cir: driver has been successfully loaded
[ 4.208858] input: MCE IR Keyboard/Mouse (nuvoton-cir) as /devices/virtual/input/input11
[ 4.217123] rc rc0: lirc_dev: driver ir-lirc-codec (nuvoton-cir) registered at minor = 0</pre>

Next install lirc:
<pre>$ apt-get install lirc</pre>
It does not really matter what IR receiver is chosen as the required one is not available, so choose None for both the receiver and the transmitter.

Now open /etc/lirc/hardware.conf in you favorite editor and modify it, so it contains these settings (find the correct locations and modify them):
<pre>REMOTE="Nuvoton Transceivers/Remotes"
REMOTE_MODULES="lirc_dev nuvoton_cir"
REMOTE_DRIVER="default"
REMOTE_DEVICE="/dev/lirc0"
REMOTE_SOCKET=""
REMOTE_LIRCD_CONF=""
REMOTE_LIRCD_ARGS=""
START_LIRCD="true"
LOAD_MODULES="false"
</pre>
(the other settings are not important)

Now the CIR device should be supported by lirc. Time to [[HOW-TO:Setup Lirc|configure your remote]]

== Links ==
* http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/motherboards/desktop-motherboards/nuc.html - Intel's NUC product page
* [[Wikipedia:Next Unit of Computing]] - Wikipedia page on the NUC
* http://forum.kodi.tv/showthread.php?tid=140534 - Kodi NUC resource thread
* http://www.impactics.com/d1nu1-b/ - impactics fanless NUC case
* http://forum.kodi.tv/showthread.php?tid=166886 - Celeron NUC with mods
* http://www.simerec.com - install IR on/off capabilities (NUC can sleep/wake without mods)
* http://www.intel.com/content/dam/www/public/us/en/documents/guides/nuc-i3-home-theater-solution-guide.pdf - Intel's NUC + Kodi setup guide
* http://www.logicsupply.com/components/cases/nuc/ - Logic Supply NUC Cases
* http://www.logicsupply.com/computers/feature/nuc/ - Logic Supply NUC Computers

== Random notes ==
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