Question 1

For people who have actually opened this thing up:
Is the RAM integrated into the PCB or is it in a slot where it could potentially be upgraded?

Accepted Answer

No, it's integrated. The Atom chip inside is actually limited to 2Gb RAM. You won't find one with this specific processor with any more.

Question 2

Can I upgrade the Window? to like Window 8.1 Pro or Window 8.1 Enterprise?

Accepted Answer

I don't see why not, assuming the hardware supports the specs...in particular the internal storage is relatively limited at 32GB.

Bigger question is why would you want to?  These little boxes are impressive for what they are but should never be confused for real Windows desktop computers; too limited in horsepower, especially RAM.

Question 3

Is it possible to downgrade the OS on this from Windows 8.1 to Windows 7?

Accepted Answer

why would you ever want to do that xD its only windows 8.1 the worst OS ever

Question 4

Do you have to load an operating system on it and if so where can I get one (Linux)?

Accepted Answer

It comes with Windows 8.1 pre-loaded.

Question 5

Hello
Can this computer play HD moves smoothly from external HDD and play BD image?

Accepted Answer

the pico can handle media up to 1080p fine.

Question 6

Would this be good for running 24/7, 365 days to display security cameras?  Since there's no fan and people talking about how warm it gets, I had concern about having it running that long.

Accepted Answer

fanless products usually have a longer product lifespan due to no moving parts.

Question 7

Can this PC be configured to boot up after power failure/outage?  Or does the power button need to be pressed?

Accepted Answer

the power button needs to be pressed. there is no option in the BIOS to bootup after a power failure.

Question 8

What is the maximum RAM this unit can handle?

Accepted Answer

I wouldn't recommend buying it with an intent to upgrade it. It would be very difficult to disassemble it without damaging its case, and I'm pretty sure the Atom only supports 2gb.

Question 9

Is Windows Media Center installed on this computer? If not, can it easily be installed, or is it not available on this system?

Accepted Answer

If you’re running Windows 8, get Windows Media Center by upgrading to the Windows 8 Pro Pack. If you’re running Windows 8 Pro, you can buy the Windows Media Center Pack.

Question 10

I purchased one of these (PI320), love it. But where's the Windows 8.1 license info?

Accepted Answer

Check the BIOS if the key is available there or you may need to download a utility which can find the windows 8.1 with Bing key. search online

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