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<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" />
<section begin="intro" />The Intel NUC is a series of small, awesome, x86-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 ==
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 '''[[LibreELEC]]''', which has Kodi and OS and allows everything to be configured from within Kodi's interface.


==About the Intel NUC==
== About the Intel NUC ==
NUCs are available with either Celeron, Core i3 or Core i5 processors.  You will need to purchase your own DDR3 SO-DIMM RAM, mSATA SSD, and if desired, MiniPCIe WiFi card.  All current NUCs have 2x DDR3 SO-DIMM slots, allowing a maximum of 16GB of RAM (8 GB per slot).  Newest models based on the 4th-Generation Core processor require DDR3L SO-DIMMs (1.35V).  Although NUC boards will work with DC power ranging from 12V<sub>DC</sub>~19V<sub>DC</sub>, NUC kits come with a 19V<sub>DC</sub> 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.   
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 12V<sub>DC</sub>~19V<sub>DC</sub>, NUC kits come with a 19V<sub>DC</sub> 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.  
All NUCs are x86 and x64 OS capable. You can install Windows 7, 8 or just [[LibreELEC]]. It doesn't matter. But if you don't need Netflix, SkyGO, then stick with LibreELEC. They even have the internal pin headers for extra USB ports, but also for power switch, LEDs etc.  More on this later.  


===Atom-based===
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=== Atom-based ===
There is one NUC model based on an Atom processor: DE3815TYKHE.
There is one NUC model based on an Atom processor: DE3815TYKHE.


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| align="center" | DDR3L SO-DIMM 1.35V, 1333/1600 MHz (down clocked to 1066 MHz)<br/>1x SO-DIMMs, 8 GB total max.
| align="center" | DDR3L SO-DIMM 1.35V, 1333/1600 MHz (down clocked to 1066 MHz)<br />1x SO-DIMMs, 8 GB total max.
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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.
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://intelnuc.blogspot.se/2014/05/de3815tykhe-bay-trail-nuc-runs-openelec.html
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
Demonstation with OpenELEC: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UXIYZjlrFic


===Celeron-based===
=== Celeron-based ===
There are two NUC's based on a Celeron processor: the first-generation DCCP847DYE and the third-generation DN2820FYKH.
There are two NUC's based on a Celeron processor: the first-generation DCCP847DYE and the third-generation DN2820FYKH.
   
   
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| RAM  
| RAM  
| align="center" | Dual-channel DDR3 1333 MHz <br/>2x SO-DIMMs, 16 GB total max.
| align="center" | Dual-channel DDR3 1333 MHz <br />2x SO-DIMMs, 16 GB total max.
| align="center" | Single-channel DDR3L 1066 MHz <br/>1x SO-DIMMs, 8 GB total max.
| align="center" | Single-channel DDR3L 1066 MHz <br />1x SO-DIMMs, 8 GB total max.
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| Chipset  
| Chipset  
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| Mass Storage
| Mass Storage
| align="center" | mSATA SSD support via 1x full-length MiniPCIe slot
| align="center" | mSATA SSD support via 1x full-length MiniPCIe slot
| align="center" | 2.5" SSD or HDD w/ 9.5mm max height <br/>SATA data and power connectors provided  
| align="center" | 2.5" SSD or HDD w/ 9.5mm max height <br />SATA data and power connectors provided  
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| Ethernet  
| Ethernet  
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| WiFi
| WiFi
| align="center" | 2x dual-band WiFi antennas<br/>embedded in enclosure
| align="center" | 2x dual-band WiFi antennas<br />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<br/>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<br />2x dual-band WiFi antennas embedded in enclosure
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| Audio  
| 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
| align="center" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/chipsets/high-definition-audio.html Intel HD Audio]; 7.1 digital audio via HDMI<br/>Rear-panel 3.5mm headset jack
| align="center" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/chipsets/high-definition-audio.html Intel HD Audio]; 7.1 digital audio via HDMI<br />Rear-panel 3.5mm headset jack
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| USB 2.0 Ports  
| USB 2.0 Ports  
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| Included in-box   
| Included in-box   
| align="center" | Fan/heatsink, 19V<sub>DC</sub> 65W AC adapter, VESA mount
| align="center" | Fan/heatsink, 19V<sub>DC</sub> 65W AC adapter, VESA mount
| align="center" | Fan/heatsink, 12V<sub>DC</sub> 36W wall-mount AC adapter <br/> w/ 4x multi-country plugs, VESA mount
| align="center" | Fan/heatsink, 12V<sub>DC</sub> 36W wall-mount AC adapter <br /> w/ 4x multi-country plugs, VESA mount
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| Chassis / Enclosure
| Chassis / Enclosure
| align="center" | Plastic & aluminum, 4.59” × 4.41” × 1.55”<br/>(116.6mm × 112.0mm × 39.0mm)
| align="center" | Plastic & aluminum, 4.59” × 4.41” × 1.55”<br />(116.6mm × 112.0mm × 39.0mm)
| align="center" | Plastic & aluminum, 4.59” × 4.41” × 2.03”<br/>(116.6mm × 112.0mm × 51.5mm)
| align="center" | Plastic & aluminum, 4.59” × 4.41” × 2.03”<br />(116.6mm × 112.0mm × 51.5mm)
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| AC Power Cord
| AC Power Cord
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| Manufacturer Links
| 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]<br/>
| style="text-align: center;" |[http://www.intel.com/p/en_US/support/category/dsktpboards/dk-dccp847dye/doc_guide?format-type=Technical+Documents Technical Documentation]<br />
[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]<br/>
[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]<br />
[http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/desktops/desktop-kit-dccp847dye-interactive-layout-demo-video.html Interactive Product Layout]
[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]<br/>
| style="text-align: center;" |[http://www.intel.com/p/en_US/support/category/dsktpboards/dk-dn2820fyk/doc_guide?format-type=Technical+Documents Technical Documentation]<br />
[http://downloadcenter.intel.com/Product_Filter.aspx?ProductID=3782 Latest BIOS and Drivers]
[http://downloadcenter.intel.com/Product_Filter.aspx?ProductID=3782 Latest BIOS and Drivers]
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The Celeron-based NUC can play everything XBMC can including 1080p SBS 3D. It will struggle with full frame packed 3D. Boot up time direct into XBMC 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.xbmc.org/showthread.php?tid=140534 NUC thread], there are screen caps of prices to help you compare to today's prices.  
 
* 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.
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===
=== Core i3-based ===
There are four different NUCs equipped with Core i3 processors.  The table below shows the similarities and differences:
There are six different NUCs equipped with Core i3 processors.  The table below shows the similarities and differences:
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| 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-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-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]
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| CPU  
| 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/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/ i3-4010U] w/ HD Graphics 4400  
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | [http://ark.intel.com/products/75107/ i3-5010U] w/ HD Graphics 5500
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| RAM  
| RAM  
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | Dual-channel DDR3 1333/1600 MHz<br/>2x SO-DIMMs, 16 GB total max.
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | Dual-channel DDR3 1333/1600 MHz<br />2x SO-DIMMs, 16 GB total max.
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | Dual-channel 1.35V DDR3L 1333/1600 MHz <br/>2x SO-DIMMs, 16 GB total max.
| colspan="4" style="text-align: center;" | Dual-channel 1.35V DDR3L 1333/1600 MHz <br />2x SO-DIMMs, 16 GB total max.
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| Chipset  
| 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;" | [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; [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
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| Display  
| Display  
| style="text-align: center;" | 1x [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HDMI#Version_1.4 HDMI 1.4a], full-size <br/>1x [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Thunderbolt_(interface) Thunderbolt] / [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MiniDP Mini DisplayPort 1.1a]  
| style="text-align: center;" | 1x [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HDMI#Version_1.4 HDMI 1.4a], full-size <br />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  
| style="text-align: center;" | 2x [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HDMI#Version_1.4 HDMI 1.4a], full-size  
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | 1x [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HDMI#Version_1.4 MiniHDMI 1.4a] <br/>1x [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MiniDP Mini DisplayPort 1.2]
| colspan="4" style="text-align: center;" | 1x [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HDMI#Version_1.4 MiniHDMI 1.4a] <br />1x [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MiniDP Mini DisplayPort 1.2]
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| 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<br />2.5" SSD or HDD w/ 9.5mm max height SATA data and power connectors provided
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| Ethernet  
| Ethernet  
| style="text-align: center;" | None
| style="text-align: center;" | None
| colspan="3" style="text-align: center;" | 1x RJ45, 10/100/1000 Mbps
| colspan="5" style="text-align: center;" | 1x RJ45, 10/100/1000 Mbps
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| Consumer IR Receiver
| Consumer IR Receiver
| colspan="2" align="center" | None
| colspan="2" align="center" | None
| colspan="2" align="center" | Front panel
| colspan="4" align="center" | Front panel
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| WiFi Antennae  
| WiFi Antennae  
| colspan="4" style="text-align: center;" | 2x dual-band, embedded in enclosure
| colspan="4" style="text-align: center;" | 2x dual-band, embedded in enclosure
| colspan="4" style="text-align: center;" | Bluetooth 4.0
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| Audio  
| 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<br/>via [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HDMI#Version_1.4 HDMI] and  
| style="text-align: center;" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/chipsets/high-definition-audio.html Intel HD Audio];<br />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]
[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];<br/>7.1 digital audio via [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HDMI#Version_1.4 HDMI]
| style="text-align: center;" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/chipsets/high-definition-audio.html Intel HD Audio];<br />7.1 digital audio via [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HDMI#Version_1.4 HDMI]
| 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<br/>[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HDMI#Version_1.4 HDMI],[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MiniDP Mini DisplayPort],<br/>and front-panel 3.5mm headset jack
| colspan="4" style="text-align: center;" | [http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/chipsets/high-definition-audio.html Intel HD Audio];<br />7.1 digital audio via [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HDMI#Version_1.4 HDMI] and [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MiniDP Mini DisplayPort]<br />Front-panel 3.5mm headset jack
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| USB 2.0 Ports  
| USB 2.0 Ports  
| style="text-align: center;" | 2x rear, 1x front
| style="text-align: center;" | 2x rear, 1x front
| style="text-align: center;" | 2x rear, 1x front<br/>2x via internal pin header
| style="text-align: center;" | 2x rear, 1x front<br />2x via internal pin header
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | 2x via internal pin header
| colspan="4" style="text-align: center;" | 2x via internal pin header
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| USB 3.0 Ports  
| USB 3.0 Ports  
| style="text-align: center;" | None
| style="text-align: center;" | None
| style="text-align: center;" | None
| style="text-align: center;" | None
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | 2x rear, 2x front
| colspan="4" style="text-align: center;" | 2x rear, 2x front
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| MiniPCIe Slots   
| 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="4" style="text-align: center;" | 1x full-length w/ [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Serial_ATA#Mini-SATA_.28mSATA.29 mSATA] support,<br />1x half-length
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | 1x M.2 slot with PCIe X4 lanes
 
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| Included in-box   
| Included in-box   
| colspan="4" style="text-align: center;" | Fan/heatsink, 19V<sub>DC</sub> 65W AC adapter, VESA mount
| colspan="6" style="text-align: center;" | Fan/heatsink, 19V<sub>DC</sub> 65W AC adapter, VESA mount
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| Chassis / Enclosure
| Chassis / Enclosure
| colspan="2" align="center" | Plastic & aluminum, 4.59” × 4.41” × 1.55”<br/>(116.6mm × 112.0mm × 39.0mm)
| colspan="2" align="center" | Plastic & aluminum, 4.59” × 4.41” × 1.55”<br />(116.6mm × 112.0mm × 39.0mm)
| align="center" | Plastic & aluminum,  4.59" x 4.41" x 1.36"<br/>(116.6mm x 112.0mm x 34.5mm)
| align="center" | Plastic & aluminum,  4.59" x 4.41" x 1.36"<br />(116.6mm x 112.0mm x 34.5mm)
| align="center" | Plastic & aluminum,  4.59" x 4.41" x 1.95"<br/>(116.6mm x 112.0mm x 49.5mm)
| align="center" | Plastic & aluminum,  4.59" x 4.41" x 1.95"<br />(116.6mm x 112.0mm x 49.5mm)
| colspan="2" align="center" | Plastic & aluminum, 4.52" x 4.37" x 1.36"<br />(115mm × 111mm × 34.5mm)
 
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| AC Power Cord
| AC Power Cord
| colspan="2" align="center" | Not included
| colspan="2" align="center" | Not included
| colspan="2" align="center" | Included in some SKUs
| colspan="4" align="center" | Included in some SKUs
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| Manufacturer Links
| 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]<br/>
| style="text-align: center;" | [http://www.intel.com/p/en_US/support/category/dsktpboards/dk-dc3217by/doc_guide?format-type=Technical+Documents Technical Documentation]<br />[http://www.intel.com/p/en_US/support/highlights/dsktpboards/dk-dc3217by Latest BIOS and Drivers]<br />[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]<br />[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]<br />[http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/desktops/desktop-board-dc3217iye-interactive-layout-demo-video.html Interactive Product Layout]
[http://www.intel.com/p/en_US/support/highlights/dsktpboards/dk-dc3217by Latest BIOS and Drivers]<br/>[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-d34010wyk/doc_guide Technical Documentation]<br />[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]<br />[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-dc3217iye/doc_guide?format-type=Technical+Documents Technical Documentation]<br/>[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]<br/>[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]<br />[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]<br />[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/dk-d34010wyk/doc_guide Technical Documentation]<br/>[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]<br/>[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/nuc5i3ryh/doc_guide Technical Documentation]<br />[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/dk-d34010wyk/doc_guide Technical Documentation]<br/>[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]<br/>[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/nuc5i3ryk/doc_guide Technical Documentation]<br />[https://downloadcenter.intel.com/SearchResult.aspx?ProdId=3852 Latest BIOS and Drivers]
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   --><br /> Intel NUC based on the 3rd-Gen Core i3<br/>DC3217BY
   --><br /> Intel NUC based on the 3rd-Gen Core i3<br />DC3217BY
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   --><br /> Intel NUC based on the 3rd-Gen Core i3<br/>DC3217IYE
   --><br /> Intel NUC based on the 3rd-Gen Core i3<br />DC3217IYE
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   --><br /> Intel NUC based on the 4th-Gen Core i3<br/>D34010WYK
   --><br /> Intel NUC based on the 4th-Gen Core i3<br />D34010WYK
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   --><br /> Intel NUC based on the 4th-Gen Core i3<br/>D34010WYKH
   --><br /> Intel NUC based on the 4th-Gen Core i3<br />D34010WYKH
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===Core i5-based===
=== Core i5-based ===
There are three NUCs models with Core i5 processors.  The table below shows the similarities and differences:
There are three NUCs models with Core i5 processors.  The table below shows the similarities and differences:
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| 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-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-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]
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| CPU  
| 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  
| 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="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
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| RAM  
| RAM  
| style="text-align: center;" | Dual-channel DDR3 1333/1600 MHz<br/>2x SO-DIMMs, 16 GB total max.
| style="text-align: center;" | Dual-channel DDR3 1333/1600 MHz<br />2x SO-DIMMs, 16 GB total max.
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | Dual-channel 1.35V DDR3L 1333/1600 MHz <br/>2x SO-DIMMs, 16 GB total max.
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | Dual-channel 1.35V DDR3L 1333/1600 MHz <br />2x SO-DIMMs, 16 GB total max.
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| Chipset  
| Chipset  
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| Display  
| Display  
| style="text-align: center;" | 1x [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HDMI#Version_1.4 HDMI 1.4a], full-size <br/>2x [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MiniDP Mini DisplayPort 1.1a]  
| style="text-align: center;" | 1x [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HDMI#Version_1.4 HDMI 1.4a], full-size <br />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] <br/>1x [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MiniDP Mini DisplayPort 1.2]
| colspan="2" style="text-align: center;" | 1x [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HDMI#Version_1.4 MiniHDMI 1.4a] <br />1x [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MiniDP Mini DisplayPort 1.2]
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| Ethernet  
| Ethernet  
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| Audio  
| 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<br/>[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HDMI#Version_1.4 HDMI] and [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<br />[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<br/>[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HDMI#Version_1.4 HDMI], [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MiniDP Mini DisplayPort]<br/>and front-panel 3.5mm headset jack
| 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<br />[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HDMI#Version_1.4 HDMI], [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MiniDP Mini DisplayPort]<br />and front-panel 3.5mm headset jack
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| USB 2.0 Ports  
| USB 2.0 Ports  
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| Chassis / Enclosure
| Chassis / Enclosure
| align="center" | Plastic & aluminum, 4.59” × 4.41” × 1.55”<br/>(116.6mm × 112.0mm × 39.0mm)
| align="center" | Plastic & aluminum, 4.59” × 4.41” × 1.55”<br />(116.6mm × 112.0mm × 39.0mm)
| align="center" | Plastic & aluminum,  4.59" x 4.41" x 1.36"<br/>(116.6mm x 112.0mm x 34.5mm)
| align="center" | Plastic & aluminum,  4.59" x 4.41" x 1.36"<br />(116.6mm x 112.0mm x 34.5mm)
| align="center" | Plastic & aluminum,  4.59" x 4.41" x 1.95"<br/>(116.6mm x 112.0mm x 49.5mm)
| align="center" | Plastic & aluminum,  4.59" x 4.41" x 1.95"<br />(116.6mm x 112.0mm x 49.5mm)
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| AC Power Cord
| AC Power Cord
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| Manufacturer Links
| Manufacturer Links
| style="text-align: center;" | [http://www.intel.com/p/en_US/support/category/dsktpboards/dk-dc53427hye/doc_guide Technical Documentation]<br/>[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]<br/>[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-dc53427hye/doc_guide Technical Documentation]<br />[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]<br />[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]<br/>[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]<br/>[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]<br />[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]<br />[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]<br/>[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]<br/>[http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/nuc/nuc-kit-d54250wykh-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]<br />[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]<br />[http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/nuc/nuc-kit-d54250wykh-interactive-layout-demo-video.html Interactive Product Layout]
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   --><br /> Intel NUC based on the 3rd-Gen Core i5<br/>DC53427HYE
   --><br /> Intel NUC based on the 3rd-Gen Core i5<br />DC53427HYE
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   --><br /> Intel NUC based on the 4th-Gen Core i5<br/>D54250WYK
   --><br /> Intel NUC based on the 4th-Gen Core i5<br />D54250WYK
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   --><br /> Intel NUC based on the 4th-Gen Core i5<br/>D54250WYKH
   --><br /> Intel NUC based on the 4th-Gen Core i5<br />D54250WYKH
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==Known issues==
== Known issues ==
===Missing internal USB header on some early models===
=== Windows ===
If you have a NUC and want to know if you have the usb header installed or not:
* Having graphical UI corruption with a NUC that uses Intel HD4000 graphics? Try updating the graphics drivers: https://downloadcenter.intel.com/
 
Look at the bottom of your unit, and locate the SA number (System Assembly) on the bottom of the NUC.
 
http://www.treasure-cove.net/nuc_sa.jpg
 
If you have:
 
SA ######-101  -->  NO USB HEADER installed
 
SA ######-102  --> has internal USB HEADER
 
SA ######-103  --> has internal USB HEADER
 
SA ######-104  --> has internal USB HEADER
 
http://www.intel.com/support/motherboards/desktop/sb/CS-034370.htm
 
If your unit is still under warranty, visit - http://www.intel.com/support/mailform/desktop/nuc/emailsupport.htm
 
Send them all of the info about your unit,... Model# Serial# SA# , etc.
 
Be sure to fill in the description box, that you have a unit without the usb header, you want to use the headers as they were part of the reason you bought it. [For instance to fit your IR receiver inside] You've contacted the place you bought it from and they told you to contact Intel.
 
They'll arrange courier and you'll organise the where/when they'll collect it. Only send the mainboard, no case/accessories/etc.


Within 2 weeks. You'll have a factory fresh replacement and most likely in full retail box. So you might end up with a spare case!
* 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!


===HDMI CEC not supported===
=== Unreliable Wireless Devices attached to USB 3.0 ports ===
HDMI control signals (CEC) is not supported by Intel Graphics. This could be good to know if an existing device, for instance a [[Raspberry Pi]] (hardware supports CEC), is replaced and CEC is used in the current setup.
* 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.]


Read more here: [[CEC#Intel_NUC|CEC]]
== Mods ==
 
===Windows===
*Having graphical UI corruption with a NUC that uses Intel HD4000 graphics? Try these beta graphics drivers: [http://downloadmirror.intel.com/22938/a08/Win32_1533b.zip 32-bit] • [http://downloadmirror.intel.com/22935/a08/Win64_1533b.zip 64-bit]. [http://www.techblo.gg/?p=231]
 
===Hi10P / 10bit===
{{Main|Hi10P}}
The first stable version with Hi10P support is XBMC 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.xbmc.org/showthread.php?tid=171981 this thread] on the XBMC forum.
 
==Mods==
Here are some mods the community has done.
Here are some mods the community has done.
===IR mods===
=== IR mods ===
Here's one user's mod to add IR: http://forum.xbmc.org/showthread.php?tid=166886
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.
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===
Many of the newer NUCs come with built in CIR (consumer Infrared).
 
=== Fanless cases ===
There are several fanless cases available for the NUC:
There are several fanless cases available for the NUC:


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


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


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


==Links==
== Links ==
* http://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/motherboards/desktop-motherboards/nuc.html - Intel's NUC product page
* 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
* [[Wikipedia:Next Unit of Computing]] - Wikipedia page on the NUC
* http://forum.xbmc.org/showthread.php?tid=140534 - XBMC NUC resource thread
* http://forum.kodi.tv/showthread.php?tid=140534 - Kodi NUC resource thread
* http://www.impactics.com/d1nu1-b/ - impactics fanless NUC case
* http://www.impactics.com/d1nu1-b/ - impactics fanless NUC case
* http://forum.xbmc.org/showthread.php?tid=166886 - Celeron NUC with mods
* 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.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 + XBMC setup guide
* 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/components/cases/nuc/ - Logic Supply NUC Cases
* http://www.logicsupply.com/computers/feature/nuc/ - Logic Supply NUC Computers
* http://www.logicsupply.com/computers/feature/nuc/ - Logic Supply NUC Computers


==Random notes==
== Random notes ==
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{{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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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.

Installing 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 LibreELEC, 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 LibreELEC. It doesn't matter. But if you don't need Netflix, SkyGO, then stick with LibreELEC. They even have the internal pin headers for extra USB ports, but also for power switch, LEDs etc. More on this later.

Known issues

Windows

  • 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!

Unreliable Wireless Devices attached to USB 3.0 ports

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 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 ML300, compatible with the following Intel NUC motherboards: DCP847SKE, D33217GKE, and D53427RKE. The fully configured system is also available, the Core-ML300.

The Haswell version, the ML320 is in production available to pre-order as well as the fully configured system version, the 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:

$ sudo gdisk -l /dev/sda

GPT fdisk (gdisk) version 0.8.7

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.

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 [1]. So first update to Linux 3.15, if required.

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


dmesg | grep CIR

For Ubuntu the kernel packages are available at 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:

$ 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

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

$ uname -r
3.15.0-031500rc8-generic

The same 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:

#! /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

Make the new file executable using:

$ chmod +x /etc/rc2.d/S18fix-cir

The system log should show something similar to these lines after rebooting:

$ 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

Next install lirc:

$ apt-get install lirc

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):

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"

(the other settings are not important)

Now the CIR device should be supported by lirc. Time to configure your remote

Links

Random notes

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.