Q: What is the 1 designation at the end of the product number: BOXNUC8i7BEH1<--- ? On the Intel website it is listed as: NUC8i7BEH (no number 1 at the end).

It’s a regional indicator. Like US, Europe, other parts of the world. It means nothing hardware wise. In Europe it can even designate a certain country, for whatever reason.

Q: Would the integrated graphics on this intel CPU support 144Hz refresh rates?

The product specifications mention that the Intel NUC comes with Intel Iris Plus Graphics 655. However, it does not specify whether the integrated graphics can support a 144Hz refresh rate.

Question 1

is a fan of some sort used? included?

Accepted Answer

No. It seems just fine without one. So is the Skull canyon version which has a pretty good video card.

Point being that even with a 4k gaming video card there is no fan in that version either and it runs just fine.

Question 2

What is involved in assembling it.  Aside from RAM and an M2 PCIe Solid state drive, what parts will I need?  Does it need a heat sync?

Accepted Answer

You only need to add one or two SODIMM modules and an M.2 module or 2.5" SSD drive, though the slim models will only take an M.2. Lastly, you will need an operating system of your choice. You will only need a Phillip's screw driver. All other components are already assembled.

Question 3

Can you populate the m.2 and 2.5" drive at the same time?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can use both at the same time.

Question 4

Can you run dual displays?

Accepted Answer

Yes, and if you have the right monitor you can run 3, specifically in my situation I use the dell U2415 and daisy chain from the thunderbolt port.

Question 5

Why is the i7 cheaper than the i5 version?  What am I missing?

Accepted Answer

The i5 version is currently sold out through most distributors, including Newegg. The one retailer that has it in stock is selling the i5 version for a highly inflated price.  Normally the i5 should retail for about $460.

Question 6

Can a fan be added? For cooling

Accepted Answer

No, where would you put it? If you really had to you could open up the unit and put a fan on the bottom to blow inward and hook it up somewhere on a 12v line. Then prop the fan up a little from the bottom and sticky tape it together or something. But if you want to have something bigger and cooler, just buy something bigger and cooler.

Question 7

what is normal CPU operating temperatures. I'm seeing upwards of 83C/181F. Is this normal?

Accepted Answer

Just anecdotal, but at idle, my i7 8559U averages 48C.  When running harder, core sensors differ, but top temps range between 74 and 87C.

Question 8

What is the 1 designation at the end of the product number: BOXNUC8i7BEH1<---  ?    On the Intel website it is listed as: NUC8i7BEH (no number 1 at the end).

Accepted Answer

It’s a regional indicator. Like US, Europe, other parts of the world. It means nothing hardware wise. In Europe it can even designate a certain country, for whatever reason.

Question 9

Would the integrated graphics on this intel CPU support 144Hz refresh rates?

Accepted Answer

The product specifications mention that the Intel NUC comes with Intel Iris Plus Graphics 655. However, it does not specify whether the integrated graphics can support a 144Hz refresh rate.

Question 10

Is the M2 SSD on a PCIe lane of NVMe?

Accepted Answer

Yes

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