Beelink was one of the first companies to launch an Intel Processor N150 mini PC with the EQ14 model, and they’ve now launched the ME Mini 6-slot SSD NAS based on the Twin Lake processor, coupled with 12 GB RAM, 64GB eMMC flash, and a 2TB NVMe SSD.
The compact NAS/computer also features two 2.5GbE ports, a WiFi 6 and Bluetooth 5.2 wireless module, HDMI 2.0 video output, and a few USB ports. Like the Beelink EQ14, it comes with an integrated 100/240V power supply instead of an external power brick.
Beelink ME Mini specifications:
- SoC – Intel Processor N150 quad-core Twin Lake processor @ up to 3.6 GHz (Turbo) with 6MB cache, 24EU Intel UHD graphics @ 1.0 GHz; TDP: 6W
- System Memory – 12GB LPDDR5 4800 MHz; note: a 16GB LPDDR5 model will also be available
- Storage
- 5x M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x1 sockets
- 1x M.2 2280 PCIe 3.0 x2 socket (SSD4) also compatible with SATA SSDs; it can be used to boot the operating system instead of the eMMC flash.
- 1x or 2x 2TB NVMe SSDs preinstalled in the system
- 64GB eMMC flash
- Video Output – HDMI 2.0 up to 4Kp60
- Networking
- 2x 2.5GbE RJ45 ports via Intel i226V 2.5GbE controllers
- WiFi 6 and Bluetooth 5.2 via Intel AX101 module
- USB
- 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 Gbps) Type-A port
- 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 Gbps) Type-C port (data only)
- 1x USB 2.0 port with always-on support
- Misc
- Power button
- Power and Sleep LEDs
- Clear CMOS pinhole (underneath)
- Aluminum heatsink and “silent” fan for cooling
- Power Supply – Built-in 45 Watts 100/240V 50/60Hz power supply up to 1.5A
- Dimensions – 99 x 99 x 99 mm with rubber feet
- Weight – TBC
- Temperature Range – Operating: -10°C to 45°C; storage: -20°C to 65°C
- Humidity – Operating: 30%-90% RH; storage: 10%-90% RH
The ME Mini ships with an HDMI cable, a power cord suitable for your country (US/EU/UK/JP/AU), and a multilingual user’s manual. The system was previously unveiled in March, but there was not enough information for an article on CNX Software at the time. However, I’ve just found out about availability since Beelink has released the BIOS for both the 12GB LPDDR5 and 16GB LPDDR5 variants.
It does not look like an operating system is installed on the system, but we’re told Windows, Linux, Proxmox VE, ESXI, TrueNAS, UNRAID, KODI, JellyFin, Plex, and Emby are all supported. Lightweight systems should be installed on the eMMC flash, while larger OS like Windows 11 can be installed on SSD4 instead.
The Beelink ME Mini offers an alternative to the CWWK x86-P6 Pocket NAS and PC with Intel N150 or Core 3 N355 Twin Lake CPU, a DDR5 SO-DIMM socket that can take up to 64GB RAM, dual HDMI 2.0, dual 2.5GbE, but only four M.2 PCIe 3.0 x1 sockets for NVMe SSD storage.
Beelink is now taking orders for the Beelink ME Mini for $329 with 12GB LPDDR5 and a 2TB Crucial SSD. The 16GB model is not for sale just yet. The company also has an AliExpress store, so I’d expect the Beelink ME Mini models to be listed there shortly.
Jean-Luc started CNX Software in 2010 as a part-time endeavor, before quitting his job as a software engineering manager, and starting to write daily news, and reviews full time later in 2011.
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