Overview
The NUC8U is a tiny yet powerful NUC board designed for space-constrained 24/7 industrial environments. Powered by Intel 8th Gen Whiskey Lake U series processors (Core i3/i5/i7), it delivers reliable performance in a 100x100mm form factor — perfect for embedded systems and compact devices.
Features
Ultra-Compact NUC Form Factor
100x100mm footprint — fits into the tightest enclosures for space-constrained embedded applications.
Dual 4K Display Output
HDMI 1.4 (4K@30Hz) and Mini-DP (4K@60Hz) — supports dual independent 4K displays for signage and workstations.
High-Capacity Dual-Channel DDR4 Memory
2 x DDR4 SODIMM slots support up to 64GB at speeds up to 2400MHz.
Versatile Storage
1 x MSATA + 1 x SATA 3.0 — flexible storage options for OS and data.
Wireless Expansion
1 x M.2 Key-E 2230 for WiFi/Bluetooth modules.
Rich Connectivity
5 x USB (3 x USB3.2 + 2 x USB2.0) + 1 x Type-C (USB only).
Industrial-Grade Durability
-10°C to 60°C operating temperature. Watchdog timer with 256-level hardware reset.
Application
Industrial Control Systems: Compact solution for factory automation, CNC machines, and PLC systems.
Digital Signage: Dual 4K output (HDMI + Mini-DP) for smooth video playback in retail stores, airports, and hotels.
Self-Service Kiosks: Ultra-compact 100x100mm size fits perfectly into ATMs, ticketing machines, and interactive terminals.
Embedded Automation: MSATA + SATA storage for IoT gateways and edge computing.
Medical Equipment: Reliable operation for diagnostic devices, patient monitoring, and imaging systems in space-constrained environments.
Edge Computing: 8th Gen U series processors deliver the performance needed for edge AI inference.
Why Choose Us
Ultra-Compact NUC Form Factor: 100x100mm tiny footprint — ideal for space-constrained embedded systems.
Dual 4K Display: HDMI 1.4 + Mini-DP — perfect for dual-screen digital signage.
8th Gen Whiskey Lake Performance: Reliable quad-core performance for industrial workloads.
Dual-Channel DDR4: 2 x SODIMM slots support up to 64GB — smooth multitasking.
Dual Storage Options: MSATA + SATA 3.0 — flexible storage configuration.
Type-C Integration: Modern USB connectivity for peripherals.
Factory Direct Pricing: Wholesale pricing direct from Shenzhen.
Motherboard Model | CPU | 4K | LAN | USB2.0 | USB3.2 | Type-C | Memory（MAX） | SSD | Power |
NUC8U-UA | Support Whiskey Lake 8th gen Core i3、i5、i7 | 1*HDMI 4K 30Hz / 1*Mini-DP 4K 60Hz | 1 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 2*NB-DDR4 Max support 64G | 1*MSATA 1*SATA | +12V |
>> CPU information
CPU | CPU brand | CPU model | main frequency | Turbo | CPU Power consumption（W） |
8th gen I3 | Core | 8145U | Dual core 2.1G | 3.9G | 15 |
8th gen I5 | Core | 8365U | Quad core1.6G | 4.1G | 15 |
8265U | Quad core1.6G | 3.9G | 15 |
8th gen I7 | Core | 8565U | Quad core1.8G | 4.6G | 15 |
8665U | Quad core1.9G | 4.8G | 15 |
>> Product Specifications
Motherboard size | 100mm（L）*100mm（W）*32mm（H） |
CPU processor | NUC8U | Support 8th gen Comet Lake CPU：I3-8145U、I5-8365U、I7-8665U etc. |
NUC10U | Support 10th gen Comet Lake CPU：I3-10110U、I5-10210U、I7-10510U etc. |
Power supply | 1*DC_IN （can change to 4Pin ATX） | DC inner diameter of the DC head is 2.5MM and supports 12V The power consumption of the motherboard is about 60W, it is recommended to use a power supply of 12V7A or above |
Ram | 2*NB-DDR4 support 2133/2400/2666MHz memory，max support64G |
Display function | Integrated Intel UHD Graphics super core chip graphic card,Support single display, double display copy, double display extension, DOS single display |
1*Mini-DP port | Support 4K resolution4096/3840*2160@60Hz |
1*HDMI 1.4 port | Support 4K resolution4096/3840*2160@30Hz |
Network function | 1*LAN port | Intel WGi219V Gigabit network card，Support Network wake-up and PXE function |
1*M.2_2230 port | PCIE 3.0 signal,Support Key-E port M.2_2230 WIFI/BT（Bluetooth）etc. |
Hard disk function | 1*MSATA port | Standard SATA3.0 hard disk port，max transmission speed 6.0 Gbps |
1*SATA1 port | Standard SATA3.0 hard disk port，max transmission speed 6.0 Gbps |
1*SATA_PWR pin | It is hard disk power supply pin and can take the 5V,12V electricity. （4Pin，1*4Pin，2.54mm） |
sound function | Integrated Cmedia HS_100B USB Audio chip |
1*LINE_OUT port | Support LINE_OUT output and MIC_IN input |
Motherboard HDMI port support HDMI Display audio output |
Motherboard Mini-DP port support DP Display audio output |
USB function | 3*USB3.2 port | Rear standard USB3.2 Gen1 port, The maximum transmission broadband band is 5 Gbps |
1*Type -C port | Standard Type-C 3.0 port，can connect USB device, display function is not supported |
1*F_USB2 pin | Front USB2.0 pin，one group has 2*USB2.0 （9Pin，2*5Pin，2.0mm） |
switch function | 1*F_PANEL pin | switch、power LED、 Hard disk LED、restart pin （9Pin，2*5Pin，2.0mm） |
1*AUTO_SW pin | hardware control power on pin （3Pin，1*3Pin，2.0mm） |
Other I/O | 1*CLR_CMOS pin | Motherboard zero clearing, discharge pin （3Pin，1*3Pin，2.0mm） |
1*CPU_FAN pin | CPU fan pin，support temperature control （4Pin，1*4Pin，1.25mm） |
Operating environment | working temperature ：-10℃~60℃； Working humidity：5%~95% relative humidity， No condensation |
BIOS | AMI BIOS，Support Power up，RTC，Intelligent identification of remote switching equipment |
Watch Dog | Watchdog programming，Support Hardware reset function（256level，0~255second） |
operating system | Support Windows 10，Windows 11，Linux etc. |
>> FAQ
Q | A |
CPU support? | 8th Gen Whiskey Lake (i3-8145U, i5-8265U/8365U, i7-8565U/8665U) |
Form factor? | Ultra-Compact NUC (100x100x32mm) |
Max memory? | 2 x DDR4, up to 64GB, up to 2400MHz |
HDMI version? | HDMI 1.4 (4K@30Hz) |
Mini-DP support? | 4K@60Hz, does not support DP++ |
Max displays? | 2 independent 4K displays |
Type-C display? | No, Type-C is USB only |
LAN ports? | 1 x Intel i219V Gigabit LAN |
Storage? | MSATA + SATA 3.0 |
Power supply? | 12V DC, 12V7A recommended |
Operating temp? | -10°C ~ 60°C |
Watchdog? | Yes, 256-level |
OS support? | Windows 10/11, Linux |
