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A**R
Mini PC Intel Celeron J4125 (up to 2.7GHz) Windows 10 PRO 8GB DDR4 & 120GB ROM Mini Computer
The computer is small in size but delivers full desktop performance. When the computer is received it has a compressed version of Win 10 Pro on it and it will take time to unpack and install the software. It took mine about three hours; so be patient and it will get there. I like the size, it's ability, it's upgradeability, performance and price. The J4125 is four core and delivers good speed. The 8gb memory is adequate for most home applications and 120gb Rom/SSD is plenty for most people so problems don't arise for Microsoft Updates. The computer has a TF slot which is T-Flash for additional storage. The card goes in upside-down from what I'm used to with Micro SD cards. The computer will handle 3 displays per the website - haven't tried that yet. I've had it about a week and am happy with the purchase. Recommend for Students, Home Office, even small business.
Y**M
Getting past "Just a moment..." - and then it works
As several others have written, the computer may hang during setup after you log in to your Microsoft account. In my case, I waited overnight (12 hours) and it still hung. Forced a restart (10s press on the power button to turn it off & press again to turn it back on). Tried twice more & it always hung after I gave the account info.Here is what I learned.1) Why is it stuck?Windows is trying to force you to create a PIN to simplify logon. If you try Alt-tab, you may see that there is a PIN creation dialog box in the background, but the "Just a moment" blue screen with spinner won't get out of the way so you can access it. Nothing I tried would get me out of that mode. However, I later learned a trick that might have worked, which is to disconnect your internet connection (see below).2) How did I finally get past it?When going through the Windows setup, notice that you have an option in the lower left corner to set it up with an "Offline account" instead of logging on to your Microsoft account. it doesn't look like a link or a button, but if you click it, you will not experience the PIN-setting hangup. After you click it, the next screen has a similar, lower-left-corner, discouraging option offering a "Limited experience". Click on that - if you click the big bright button in the lower right you're back with using an online account and will get stuck again.Now, having opted for a "limited experience", just follow the on-screen prompts and you can set up your computer. In my case, I discovered that the Microsoft account had been added to the computer before it hung on the PIN setting. So when getting the logon screen I could choose that option for logging in (selectable from the lower left corner). But then it again hung with just "Just a moment" blue screen as it tries to force you to set a PIN, but won't let you access the dialog box to do so.When that happens, if you disconnect your internet (in my case unplugged the ethernet cable), then Windows realizes that you're offline and terminates the PIN-setting process. You'll get a Cancel button, which you can press and then proceed into Windows. I have not yet figured out how to permanently stop Windows from insisting on creating a PIN when logging into the computer with a Microsoft account under normal usage. One slightly less-normal (and not recommended for most users) workaround is to edit the registry to create an auto-logon (search Google if you want to find out how). I did this and now it just comes ups & logs on with no fuss - which is appropriate for my use case.Note that on several other computers I have not run into this hanging glitch and created a PIN with no problems. So I do not know who is to blame here - the OEM or Microsoft. I took off a star for this time-wasting behavior of the OS, because I suspect it is the OEM's fault in how they've set it up. I'll be happy to learn differently or to learn that they have fixed it and update my rating.BTW, it is also possible to associate a Microsoft account with the offline account created as described above. In my case, I found that installing and logging into Microsoft 365 (AKA Office 365) created such an association. Under that setup, I was able to go into settings and create a PIN with no fuss and no hanging. And the computer showed my Microsoft account next to my offline account name, synchronized settings, etc. (e.g., my wallpaper updated).At this point, having just gotten past the initial setup, I don't have a lot of experience really using the Mini PC. I will try to update this review with additional information once I've gained more experience using it.
D**E
Great PC and cheap.
Windows 10 Pro Licensed. Nice.Indeed has the J4125 CPU!!!!!Truly has 8 gb memory 2200128 gb emmc at 220 mbps read/write. Not worth upgrading to 256 as you should just take the same $$ and buy an M.2 ssd.I was going to put Linux on this, but it actually performs very well.with windows. Do yourself a favor, if you typically use IE or Edge browser, pleas upgrade it to latest.It has a small hum sometimes even before the fan turns on. But I think this is because the CPU starts demanding.mor power!Wonderful device.I had a problem logging in with my userThere is a trick. If it gets stuck on preparing... Then type and hold alt + tab and you may see the request for passcode etc.There is probably a better way to reset the box fully if it gets stuck in this state.However, it would be best if Terryza would install a newer Windows 10 Pro base distro as it was quite outdated. I think this is the cause of my issue above.
M**H
Mini PC worked perfectly!
After the Windows Update, the Mini PC worked perfectly. I tested the PC with very compute-intensive Internet pages and there were no problems with the structure of the Internet pages. The built-in fan is very quiet and only works when it is needed by the CPU. On the back, I would have preferred a USB 3.0 port, since you would like to connect an HDD (USB 3.0) there. The case has a small scratch on the foot, but you can't see it if you don't know. In general I can only recommend the "little ones"! It's quite fast and fits in well with my other entertainment equipment. A VESA mount adapter (2nd picture) is included.
S**B
Great Intel NUC clone, at half the price
I bough the version with J4125, 8GB RAM and 128GB SSD. The form factor is slightly larger than the Intel NUC, but still pretty small and light.The good:1. Yes - Windows 10 Pro license is activated.2. The onboard storage is a real SSD (2.5 inch) with decent performance and easily replaceable.3. Updated to Windows 10 20H2 without any problem. After upgrades and cleaning disk, about 96GB storage is still available.4. Can support Bitlocker (need to enable TPM 2.0 in BIOS).The bad:Not much really.1. The BIOS is spartan. Wonder if there are updates available to change that!2. The CPU fan speeds up and slows down audibly in short spurts, and I would have liked to tweak settings in BIOS - but it has no such option.3. The RAM may not be easily accessible or upgradeable. Did not try any major surgery - just removed the top cover, and did not see any obvious clues on how to get to the RAM.Tip: There is a sliding switch to take the top cover off. Just remove the single screw, and slide it over. Provides easy access to SSD bay.Overall, I love it! Small, low cost, PC good enough for Web/Outlook/Word/PowerPoint.SD
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