MINIS FORUM MS-02 Ultra Mini PC Intel Core Ultra 9 285HX barebone

MINIS FORUM 02 Ultra MiniPC Intel Core Ultra 9 285HX CPU
MINIS FORUM MS-02 Ultra is a miniPC that redefines the concept of performance in a small form factor. Equipped with an Intel® Core™ Ultra 9 285HX processor with 24 cores and a clock speed of up to 5.5 GHz, it is suitable for a variety of tasks. It allows for extensive expansion – three PCIe slots and four M.2 NVMe SSD connectors are available. Network connectivity is provided by two 25 GbE ports, one 10 GbE port, and one 2.5 GbE port.

High performance
At the heart of the computer is an Intel Ultra 9 285HX processor, which offers 24 cores, 24 threads, and 36 MB of cache. With a TDP of up to 140W and Intel AI Boost technology, the hardware can handle not only everyday tasks but also projects that require high computing power. Integrated Intel graphics with a maximum frequency of up to 2 GHz provide basic multimedia support and high-resolution image display.

Unlimited RAM and data storage
The MINIS FORUM MS-02 Ultra supports up to 256 GB of DDR5 RAM, mounted in four SO-DIMM slots. Four M.2 NVMe SSD slots are provided for user data — two directly on the motherboard (PCIe 4.0 x4) and two integrated with the 25GbE NIC network card. Each slot can support a drive with a capacity of up to 8 TB, allowing you to build a very capacious and fast array with the possibility of RAID 0, 1, 5, or 10 configuration.

Effective cooling
To meet the thermal requirements of such powerful components, a heat sink with six heat pipes and two fans — one with a diameter of 70 mm and the other 60 mm — have been used. Even at full load, the device maintains a maximum noise level of 46 dBA at a distance of 50 cm, which translates into comfortable operation.

Fast and stable network connection
The model stands out for its connectivity flexibility. There are two 25GbE SFP+ ports based on the Intel E810 chip, one 10GbE RJ45 port (Realtek RTL8127), and one 2.5GbE RJ45 port with Intel vPro support. The whole thing is complemented by an Intel BE200 wireless card, offering Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4.

A wide selection of ports
The front of the case features two USB4 V2 Type-C ports with 80 Gbps bandwidth and support for DisplayPort 2.0 and 15W charging, one USB-A 3.2 Gen. 2 10Gbps port, a 3.5 mm audio jack, and a power button. The rear of the device features three USB-A 3.2 Gen. 2 10 Gbps ports, one USB4 Type-C connector (40 Gbps), one HDMI 2.1 FRL, and network ports: x2 25 GbE SFP+; 10 GbE Rj45 and 2.5 GbE Rj45.

Ready to go
The computer is powered by a built-in 350W 1U standard power supply. The model supports Windows 11 Pro and Home, and the set includes all the necessary accessories: power cord, HDMI cable, SSD heat sink, protective plate, and disassembly tool.

Included
mini PCpower cordHDMI cableSSD heat sinkprotective platedisassembly tooluser manual

 
Basic information

ManufacturerMINIS FORUMModelMS-02 UltraSeriesStation MiniSupported operating systemWindows 11 ProDimensions221.5 × 97 × 225 mmWeight3.45 kg

 
Processor (CPU)

ModelIntel® Core™ Ultra 9 285HXNumber of cores24 (8 P-Core cores + 16 E-Core cores)Number of threads24Maximum clock speed5.5 GHzIntel® Smart Cache36 MBTDP100W PL1 / 140W PL2TDP (with dedicated graphics card)90W PL1 / 110W PL2

 
Graphics card (GPU)

Integrated graphicsIntel® GraphicsBase frequency300 MHzMaximum dynamic frequency2 GHz

 
AI engine (Intel® AI Boost)

NPU computing powerUp to 13 TOPS

 
RAM

Slots4 × DDR5 SO-DIMM (ECC support, no XMP/OC support)Maximum speedUp to 4800 MT/s (for 1R single-row memory), up to 4400 MT/s (for 2R double-row memory)Maximum capacity256 GB

 
Storage

Available slots2 × M.2 2280 NVMe SSD (PCIe 4.0 x4, up to 8 TB each)2 × M.2 2280 NVMe SSD (integrated with 25GbE NIC; supports up to 8 TB/slot – PCIe 3.0 x4 or up to 4 TB/slot – PCIe 4.0 x4)Factory configurationsNo drive, 1 TB, 2 TB

 
Cooling

CPU heat sinkHeat sink with six heat pipes and PCM pasteFans1 × 70 × 25 mm1 × 60 × 20 mmMaximum rotational speed5000 rpmNoise level (no load)36 dBA (at a distance of 50 cm)Noise level (at 100% load)46 dBA (at a distance of 50 cm)

 
Wireless connectivity

ModuleIntel® BE200Wi-FiWi-Fi 7Bluetooth5.4

 
Built-in ports

LAN / network ports2 × 25 GbE SFP+ (Intel E810)1 × 10 GbE RJ45 (Realtek RTL8127)1 × 2.5 GbE RJ45 (Intel I226-LM, Intel vPro support)Video outputs1 × HDMI™ 2.1 FRL (8K@60Hz, 4K@120Hz)1 × USB4 with DisplayPort Alt Mode (8K@60Hz, 4K@120Hz)2 × USB4 V2 with DisplayPort Alt Mode (8K@60Hz, 4K@120Hz)Audio outputsHDMI × 1USB4 × 1USB4 V2 × 23.5 mm jack × 1Audio input1 × 3.5 mm combo jack (TRRS)

 
I/O ports (Connectors)

Rear connectors2 × 25GbE SFP+ (Intel E810)1 × 10GbE RJ45 (Realtek RTL8127)1 × 2.5GbE RJ45 (Intel I226-LM, vPro)1 × HDMI™ 2.1 FRL1 × USB4 Type-C (40 Gbps, DP 2.0, 15W PD)3 × USB-A 10Gbps (USB 3.2 Gen 2)Front connectors2 × USB4 V2 Type-C (80 Gbps, DP 2.0, 15W PD)1 × USB-A 10Gbps (USB 3.2 Gen 2)1 × 3.5 mm audio jack1 × Power buttonInternal connectors1 × PCIe 5.0 x161 × PCIe 4.0 x41 × PCIe 4.0 x16 (with factory-installed 25GbE NIC card and 2 M.2 slots – not available for expansion)

 
Components mounted on the main panel

ButtonClear CMOS × 1Diagnostic LED (debug LED)CPU × 1RAM × 1VGA × 1BOOT × 1

 
Other features

VESA mountingNot supportedKensington Security SlotYes

 
Power supply

AC input100–240V ~6A 50–60HzPower supplyBuilt-in, 350W, standard 1U