MINISFORUM MS-02 Ultra is a powerful mini workstation (barebone) designed for demanding deployments in IT, virtualization, and content creation. It offers an Intel Core Ultra 5 235HX with AI support (Intel AI Boost up to 13 TOPS), top-tier connectivity including 10GbE + 2.5GbE, modern USB4 ports, and the option to install up to 256 GB DDR5 RAM and up to 2× NVMe SSDs for extremely fast storage.
Professional network connectivity 10GbE + 2.5GbE
Two LAN ports for server and enterprise scenarios: 10GbE RJ45 for maximum throughput and 2.5GbE RJ45 for flexible topologies. Ideal for NAS, virtualization, fast data transfers, and bottleneck-free work on the network.
Modern front-panel ports and connectivity
Quick access to peripherals thanks to front ports including USB4 Type‑C, USB-A, and an audio jack. Great for external storage, docking, and modern high-throughput workflows.
Compact metal chassis with efficient ventilation
Rugged metal construction with thoughtfully designed ventilation openings supports stable cooling under sustained load. Suitable for professional use where reliability and consistent performance are essential.
MS-02 Ultra from the Station Mini series combines high compute performance, professional networking features, and exceptional expandability in a compact chassis. This is a barebone version, so you choose the memory and storage exactly to your needs—ideal for business deployments, lab environments, a home server, or a workstation.
The Intel Core Ultra 5 235HX (14 cores) delivers strong performance for multitasking and demanding tasks. Integrated Intel Graphics and Intel AI Boost acceleration improve the efficiency of modern applications, including AI-enabled tools.
Key advantages:
- Barebone configuration – no RAM and no drive, maximum build flexibility
- 4× DDR5 SO-DIMM up to 256 GB (4800 MT/s)
- 2× M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe – up to 8 TB per slot (up to 16 TB total)
- Professional networking: 10GbE (Realtek RTL8127) + 2.5GbE (Intel I226-V)
- Wi‑Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4 (Intel BE200)
- Modern ports including USB4 and support for up to three 8K monitors
- Efficient cooling (6 heat pipes + PCM) and an integrated 350W power supply
Specifications
- Brand
- MINISFORUM
- Model
- MS-02 Ultra 235HX
- Product type
- Mini workstation (barebone)
- Processor
- Intel Core Ultra 5 235HX
- Number of cores
- 14 (6 performance cores + 8 efficiency cores)
- Number of threads
- 14
- Maximum Turbo frequency
- Up to 5.1 GHz
- Cache
- 24 MB Intel Smart Cache
- Graphics
- Intel Graphics
- Maximum graphics frequency
- Up to 1.8 GHz
- AI engine
- Intel AI Boost
- AI performance
- Up to 13 TOPS
- RAM slots
- 4 × DDR5 SO-DIMM
- Maximum RAM capacity
- 256 GB
- Maximum RAM speed
- 4800 MT/s
- SSD slots
- 2 × M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe
- Maximum SSD capacity
- Up to 8 TB per slot
- Configuration
- Barebone (no RAM, no drive)
- Wireless connectivity
- Wi‑Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4
- Wireless module
- Intel BE200
- LAN port 1
- 10GbE RJ45 (Realtek RTL8127)
- LAN port 2
- 2.5GbE RJ45 (Intel I226-V)
- Front ports
- 2 × USB4 V2 Type-C (80 Gbps, DP 2.0 Alt Mode, PD 15 W), 1 × USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A, 1 × 3.5mm audio jack
- Rear ports
- 1 × USB4 Type-C, 1 × HDMI 2.1 FRL, 1 × OCuLink, 1 × 10GbE RJ45, 1 × 2.5GbE RJ45, 3 × USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A
- Internal connectors
- PCIe 5.0 x16 (supports bifurcation), PCIe 4.0 x16, PCIe 4.0 x4
- Operating system
- Supports Windows 11 Pro
- Power
- 1U 350 W MAX, AC 100–240 V
- Cooling system
- Heatsink with six heat pipes and phase-change material (PCM)
- Fans
- 1 × 70 × 25 mm, 1 × 60 × 20 mm
- Maximum fan speed
- Up to 5000 rpm
- Dimensions
- 221.5 × 97 × 225 mm
- Weight
- 3.25 kg
