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Intel

Intel NUC6i5SYH barebone mini PC i5-6260U 8GB 256GB

SKU CH-RNKE-6592S MPN NUC6i5SYH

A compact desktop with a dual-core i5-6260U, 8 GB DDR4, 256 GB SSD, dual 4K video outputs, Wi-Fi 5 and Bluetooth 4.2, pre-loaded with Windows 10 Pro

  • TypeStudent / Home Office
  • Form FactorSoDIMM
  • UsageBusiness
  • ColorBlack/Silver
  • ProcessorIntel Dual-Core i5-6260U 1.8GHz Upto 2.9GHz
  • Processor Main FeaturesDual-Core Processor
  • Compact desktop powered by 6th-gen Core i5 up to 2.9 GHz
  • Ready for dual 4K displays via MiniDP and HDMI
  • Fast Wifi 5 and Bluetooth 4.2 for wireless peripherals
  • Expandable to 32 GB DDR4 with two SoDIMM slots
  • Includes 256 GB SSD and Windows 10 Pro out of the box

Compact Business Mini PC

The Intel NUC6i5SYH is a barebone mini desktop equipped with a dual-core Intel Core i5-6260U processor running at 1.8 GHz up to 2.9 GHz. It arrives with 8 GB of DDR4 memory at 2400 MHz and a 256 GB SSD, plus Windows 10 Pro pre-installed. Dual video outputs via MiniDP and HDMI support 4K visuals through integrated Intel Iris Graphics 540.

Suited For And Limits

This unit suits home-office workers, students and digital-signage deployments that need a silent, space-saving system with wired and wireless connectivity. Buyers who require discrete graphics performance, more than 32 GB of memory or additional internal drive bays should look at larger form-factor systems instead.

Deciding Specification

The 65 W power adapter and integrated Iris Graphics 540 define the thermal and performance envelope for this NUC. If your workload demands sustained heavy compute or a discrete GPU, this power budget and graphics solution will not meet those needs.

Highlights

  • Compact desktop powered by 6th-gen Core i5 up to 2.9 GHz
  • Ready for dual 4K displays via MiniDP and HDMI
  • Fast Wifi 5 and Bluetooth 4.2 for wireless peripherals
  • Expandable to 32 GB DDR4 with two SoDIMM slots
  • Includes 256 GB SSD and Windows 10 Pro out of the box

Specifications

BrandIntel
ModelNUC6i5SYH
TypeStudent / Home Office
Form FactorSoDIMM
UsageBusiness
ColorBlack/Silver
ProcessorIntel Dual-Core i5-6260U 1.8GHz Upto 2.9GHz
Processor Main FeaturesDual-Core Processor
Cache Per Processor4 MB
Memory8 GB DDR4
Storage256GB SSD
GraphicsIntel Iris Graphics 540
AudioHigh Definition Audio
EthernetEthernet
Wireless CardWifi 5 (802.11ac)
Power Supply65 Watt
MonitorMonitor not included
Operating SystemWindows 10 Pro
CPU TypeIntel Core i5 6th Gen
CPU NameIntel Core i5-6260U
L2 Cache Per CPU4 MB
L3 Cache Per CPU4 MB
CPU Main FeaturesDual-Core Processor
GPU/VGA TypeIntel Iris Graphics 540
GPU MemoryShared system memory
Graphics CardIntel Iris Graphics 540
Memory Capacity8GB DDR4
Memory SpeedDDR4 2400
Memory Spec8 GB x 1
Memory Slot (Total)2
Memory Slot (Available)1
Maximum Memory Supported32 GB
SSD256GB
HDDNo
Storage Spec256GB SSD
Screen SizeNo Screen
LAN Speed10/100/1000Mbps
WLANWifi 5 (802.11ac)
BluetoothBluetooth 4.2
Front USB2 x USB 3.0
Front Audio Ports1 x Headphone/Microphone Combo Jack
Card Reader3-in-1
Video PortsMiniDP, HDMI
Rear USB2 x USB 3.0
RJ451 port
Dimensions (H x W x D)4 x 4 x 2
Weight3
Package TypeRetail

Questions about this item

Does the NUC6i5SYH arrive with the 8 GB DDR4 and 256 GB SSD already installed, or must I buy memory and storage separately?

The unit ships with 8 GB DDR4 at 2400 MHz and a 256 GB SSD pre-installed, so no separate memory or storage purchase is required to start working.

Should I choose the single 8 GB module or add a second stick to reach the 32 GB maximum?

Two SODIMM slots are available; adding a matching 8 GB DDR4 module enables dual-channel performance and leaves room to expand up to 32 GB later.

What does the 2.9 GHz turbo figure mean when the NUC is driving a 4K display through MiniDP or HDMI?

The Core i5-6260U can burst to 2.9 GHz for short workloads, while Iris Graphics 540 handles 4K output over MiniDP and HDMI without a discrete GPU.

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