Unlock unparalleled performance, connectivity, and reliability with ASUS NUC 13 Rugged kits and boards. Expertly crafted in a fanless, dust-resistant ruggedized chassis, these devices showcase the perfect synergy of power and durability. Featuring the Intel
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Processor N50 and Intel
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Atom
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processors, ASUS NUC 13 Rugged devices are tailor-made for applications that demand resilience against dust exposure, shocks, and vibration. Select kits are engineered to endure extended external ambient temperatures (0-50
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C on tall chassis), ensuring unwavering performance even in the most demanding conditions. Elevate your computing experience with the ideal blend of strength and sophistication.
Like all ASUS NUCs, the ASUS NUC 13 Rugged is a versatile platform for edge solutions with a small form factor, platform longevity, and I/O expandability. To unlock new possibilities for ASUS partners and their customers, the ASUS NUC 13 Rugged incorporates a rugged, fanless, heat-and dust-resistant design with flexible mounting options.This latest evolution of the NUC can be deployed in more places and service more challenging use cases with standout performance, self-healing*, and display capabilities.
This innovative ASUS NUC 13 Rugged solution transcends the traditional notion of a PC. It stands as a resilient, potent, and robust edge computing platform capable of fueling a myriad of today’s critical and demanding use cases. Whether for work, home office, business, or industrial applications, the ASUS NUC 13 Rugged’s versatility opens up new opportunities and possibilities for partners throughout their value chain.ASUS NUC 13 Rugged features the Intel ® Atom ® x7425E / Intel ® Atom ® x7211E / Intel ® Processor N50, delivering robust performance. It is equipped with Intel ® UHD Graphics integrated with an IPU for enhanced graphics capabilities. The Intel ® Wi-Fi 6E AX210 comes pre-installed in the M.2 slot for most kit SKUs, complemented by external antennas on the chassis, ensuring reliable and high-speed wireless connectivity. Storage-wise, it boasts a 64 GB eMMC soldered-down and includes an M.2 2280 key M slot, providing support for PCIe x2 NVMe SSD for expanded storage options.
Edge and IoT are growing rapidly across nearly every industry. And ASUS partners of all types are striving to develop and deploy next-generation edge solutions. To do so, they need the right edge hardware to meet customer requirements and satisfy long- term expectations.With a purpose-built design, the ASUS NUC 13 Rugged can help you satisfy these requirements and enable key edge use cases for our partners in virtually every industry — from retail to manufacturing.
For over a decade, NUCs have functioned as edge computing devices, finding primary application in retail, banking, and hospitality industries. They have been utilized for tasks such as digital signage, multi-display video walls, intelligent vending, digital kiosks, and other interactive displays. In the early days of digital signage, solutions were simplistic, displaying digital information with limited graphics in public spaces. As technology has advanced, digital signage has transformed into a powerful marketing tool capable of delivering personalized, targeted content to viewers.The NUC boasts several standout features that enhance its performance and durability. Operating within an extended temperature range of 0-50
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C, it excels in diverse environments, particularly applicable to tall chassis setups. Its IP50-rated fanless and dust-resistant chassis, complete with cover plugs for unused ports, ensures robust protection against environmental elements. With WMI APIs facilitating network management across various Windows operational environments, maintenance time and costs are significantly reduced. Furthermore, the NUC is qualified for 24x7 sustained operation
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, underscoring its reliability for long-term and intensive usage.