Fanless Mini Computers

Industrial-Grade Fanless Mini PCs Purpose-Built for IoT Deployments

Fanless mini computers are industrial-grade edge computing solutions designed to streamline real-time data telematics and analytics for intelligent industrial applications. These fanless mini PCs are deployed on-premises and serve as an IoT gateway for 24/7 uptime and high operational reliability against harsh conditions and environments.

Fanless Design

Ultra-Compact

Rich I/O

Wide Temperature

Shock And Vibration
Resistance

Products:

JCO-1000-ORN Series

Entry-level AI Edge Computer

Rugged Fanless AI Edge Computers leveraging NVIDIA Jetson Orin Nano module (Up to 40 TOPS).

  • Ultra-Compact Form Factor
  • 2x USB 3.2 Gen2
  • 4K HDMI
  • Out-of-Band Module for Remote Management

Fanless Mini Computers for Specialized Edge Deployments

Premio’s robust portfolio of fanless mini computers are optimized and tailored for varying edge deployment applications. From NVIDIA Jetson or x86 compute architectures to semi-rugged or super-rugged durability, each fanless mini computer is purpose-built to best address deployment challenges and requirements.

JCO-1000 Series

Entry-Level AI Edge Computer

Streamline edge AI workloads in spatially limiting deployments with the JCO-1000 Series. This fanless mini computer utilizes the NVIDIA Jetson Orin Nano module for low-power efficiency and up to 40 TOPS of AI performance.

Key Features:

  • NVIDIA® Jetson Orin™ Nano Module
  • Up to 40 TOPS of AI Performance
  • On-Board Isolated DIO (4in/4out)

Super-Rugged Durability:

  • -25°C to 60°C Operating Temp.
  • 9~36VDC with Power Protection (OCP, OVP, RPP)
  • MIL-STD-810G Shock & Vibration
See JCO-1000 Series

RCO-1000 Series

Super-Rugged Fanless Mini Computer

The RCO-1000 Series is a versatile industrial mini computer that provides IoT-centric connectivity and hardened durability within an ultra-compact form factor. Leveraging EDGEBoost I/O technology, it provides seamless scalability and customization to meet additional deployment criteria.

Key Features:

  • Intel Atom® Processor X Series
  • Fanless & Cableless Design
  • Modular EDGEBoost I/O Configurability

Super-Rugged Durability:

  • -40°C to 70°C Operating Temp.
  • 9~36VDC with Power Protection (OCP, OVP, RPP)
  • MIL-STD-810G Shock & Vibration
See RCO-1000 Series

BCO-1000 Series

Semi-Rugged Fanless Mini Computer

In deployments that do not require extreme ruggedness, the BCO-1000 Series is a semi-rugged mini PC that delivers rich IoT connectivity and efficient edge processing while maintaining a compact form factor.

Key Features:

  • Intel® Processor N-series
  • Up to 3 LAN RJ45
  • DDR5 Memory

Semi-Rugged Durability:

  • 0°C to 50°C Operating Temp.
  • 9~36VDC
  • MIL-STD-810G Shock & Vibration
See BCO-1000 Series

BCO-2000-WHL-U Series

Intel Fanless Mini Computer

The BCO-2000-WHL-U Series delivers the necessary IoT connectivity and edge performance within a compact design. This industrial mini PC is scalable with its dual I/O expansion brackets for additional configurability.

Key Features:

  • 8th Generation Intel® Core™ & Celeron™ Processors
  • Rich IoT Connectivity
  • Dual Universal I/O Brackets

Semi-Rugged Durability:

  • -20°C to 60°C Operating Temp.
  • AC/DC 12V/5A with Reverse Polarity Protection
  • 3Grms Vibration, 20G Shock
See BCO-2000-WHL

BCO-2000-RYZ Series

AMD Fanless Mini Computer

Powered by an AMD Ryzen Embedded processor, the BCO-2000-RYZ Series is a fanless mini computer that provides essential IoT connectivity and seamless expandability with dual I/O expansion brackets.

Key Features:

  • AMD Ryzen™ Embedded Processors R1000/V1000 Series
  • Rich IoT Connectivity
  • Dual Universal I/O Brackets

Semi-Rugged Durability:

  • -20°C to 60°C Operating Temp.
  • AC/DC 12V/5A with Reverse Polarity Protection
  • 3Grms Vibration, 20G Shock
See BCO-2000-RYZ

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Intel NUC Alternatives:
Fanless Mini PCs

Looking for a more Industrial-grade alternative to an Intel® NUC Mini PCs? Premio’s rugged and fanless mini pcs provide the same x86 intel architecture with even more flexibility, reliability and embedded longevity.

  • Rugged, Fanless and Cabless
  • Modular EDGEBoost I/Os
  • 15 year embedded longevity and support
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Fanless Cooling Design

Premio’s industrial mini computers leverage a fanless (and even cableless) design to enhance durability and reliability at the forefront of rugged edge deployments. Dive deep into the mechanical design and key benefits of a fanless edge computing solution.

  • Hardened Fanless Design
  • Prevents Ingress of Dust & Debris
  • Wide Operating Temperatures
  • Shock & Vibration Resistance
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RISC vs CISC Architecture

In rugged edge computing applications, choosing between ARM and x86 architectures depends on the specific requirements of the application. Learn the in-depth differences between the architectures and its key advantages that they provide in edge computing deployments.

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Fanless Mini Computer Specifications

JCO-1000 Series
RCO-1000 Series
BCO-1000 Series
BCO-2000 Series
Ruggedness Super-Rugged Super-Rugged Semi-Rugged Semi-Rugged
Architecture ARM x86 x86 x86
Processor NVIDIA Jetson Intel Embedded Intel Embedded Intel/AMD Embedded
TDP 15W 12W 12W 15W
Storage Options 1x M.2 M-Key
1x Micro SD 		1x M.2 B-Key
1x mSATA
1x 2.5” SSD 		1x M.2 B-Key
1x 2.5” SSD 		1x mSATA
1x 2.5” SSD
Expansion n/a Up to 3x EDGEBoost I/O n/a 2x Universal Slot
Operating Temperature Range -25°C to 60°C -40°C to 70°C 0°C to 50°C -20°C ~ 60°C
Power Input Range 9~36V 9~36VDC 9~36VDC 12V
Certifications UL Listed, FCC, CE UL Listed, FCC, CE FCC, CE UL Listed, FCC, CE
Dimensions 150 (W) x 105 (D) x 65 (H) mm 150 (W) x 105 (D) x 49 (H) mm 192 (W) x 140 (D) x 68 (H)mm 192 (W) x 40 (D) x 61 (H) mm
See JCO-1000-ORN
See RCO-1000-EHL
See BCO-1000-ADLN
See BCO-2000-WHL
See BCO-2000-RYZ

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Case Studies

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When a customer needed a rugged edge device to help collect, process, and store data for their battery grid operations software solution, they turned to Premio's BCO-2000 Series.
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FAQ

Fanless mini computers are compact, industrial-grade devices designed to serve as IoT gateways. Unlike traditional PCs, these mini computers use passive cooling methods instead of fans, to eliminate common failure points, making them more durable and reliable in demanding industrial deployment conditions. These embedded systems also consolidate various IoT devices to process the raw data in real-time for actionable insights.
Learn more about Industrial vs Commercial Computers

Fanless mini PCs are ideal for edge computing and IoT deployments because of their emphasis on reliable performance in unconventional industrial settings. These mini PCs are purpose-built to enable real-time performance and be seamlessly compatible with IoT devices.

Fanless mini computers are widely used across mission-critical industries that are time-sensitive and are adopting Industry 4.0 technologies such as smart manufacturing, intelligent transportation, NVR surveillance, and smart cities.

Engineered for reliability in challenging industrial deployments, fanless mini PCs like the RCO-1000 Series feature wide operating temperature ranges (-40°C to 70°C), military-grade shock and vibration resistance (MIL-STD-810G), wide power input ranges (9~48VDC, and even power protection (OVP, OCP, RPP). These rugged features ensure that the fanless mini computers can operate in extreme conditions with the highest durability.

While Intel NUCs are popular for consumer-grade applications such as office spaces, Premio's fanless mini PCs are engineered for Industry 4.0 deployment applications. They serve as IoT gateways that have enhanced durability, modular EDGEBoost I/O for customization, and long-term embedded support to meet the demands of varying industrial deployments.
Learn more about Intel NUC Alternatives

Fanless mini PCs typically leverage SoC-type processors including Intel Atom® and AMD Ryzen™ Embedded, and NVIDIA Jetson modules to deliver edge AI performance within an extremely compact footprint. These processors ensure optimal performance for specific workloads, such as edge processing, IoT data handling, and industrial automation.

Fanless mini PCs serve as IoT gateways, providing real-time data processing and enable AI applications by supporting M.2 AI accelerators at the edge with optional wireless connectivity from wife, 4G/LTE, and 5G for edge to cloud integration. The JCO-1000 Series leverages an NVIDIA Jetson Orin Nano, which enables AI inferencing with low power consumption, ideal for autonomous systems and intelligent monitoring.

Yes, despite their size, fanless mini computers are extremely versatile in meeting different industrial deployment criteria. For example, the RCO-1000 Series, are highly customizable through modular EDGEBoost I/O technology to provide tailored I/O requirements.

Fanless mini PCs offer wide power input ranges and low-power efficiency. It features 9~36VDC and a ~12W processor, with built-in protection for over-current, over-voltage, and reverse polarity. These features ensure that the devices remain stable and operational, even in power-deprived environments.

Yes, fanless mini PCs are certified for industry standards like CE, FCC, and UL, ensuring reliability in regulated environments.