Tools

These are some common tools used to work on this device. You might not need every tool for every procedure.

Background and Identification

The Intel NUC (“Next Unit of Computing”) Kit NUC5i7RYH is a mini-PC with the fifth-generation Intel® Core™ i7-5557U processor released by Intel in the second quarter of 2015. Intel NUC kits feature customizable boards and chassis that can accept a variety of memory, storage, and operating systems.

The 5i7RYH system measures 4.53 by 4.37 by 1.92 inches and features 4M Cache and up to 3.40 GHz. It is considered a “bare-bones” system and includes an Iris Graphics 6100, an M.2 PCI-E SSD slot, an internal NFC connector, a Bluetooth 4.0 card soldered to the motherboard, and support for up to 16 GB of RAM. Users can also access two internal USB 2.0 ports via a header on the device. The outside of the case includes three standard USB 3.0 ports, one charging USB 3.0 port, and mini DisplayPort capable of 4K output, a combination 3.5 mm headphone/microphone jack, and a Kensington lock slot. It also includes a mini HDMI port and a gigabit ethernet jack.

The 5i7RYH system features a removable lid. Users with access to 3D printers or third-party manufacturers can personalize their NUC system by adding functionality like wireless charging, NFC, and 4G/LTE. Users can also add USB 2.0 ports and VGA as well as an SDXC card reader.

Technical Specifications

General:

  • Product Collection: Intel® NUC Kit with 5th Generation Intel® Core™ Processors
  • Status: Discontinued
  • Launch Date: Q2'15
  • Supported Operating Systems: Windows 10, 32-bit*, Windows 10, 64-bit*, Windows 8.1, 32-bit*, Windows 8.1, 64-bit*, Windows 7, 32-bit*, Windows 7, 64-bit*
  • Board Number: NUC5i7RYB
  • Board Form Factor: UCFF (4" x 4")
  • Socket: Soldered-down BGA
  • Internal Drive Form Factor: M.2 and 2.5" Drive
  • # of Internal Drives Supported: 2
  • Lithography: 14 nm
  • TDP: 28 W
  • DC Input Voltage Supported: 12-19 VDC
  • Processor Included: Intel® Core™ i7-5557U Processor (4M Cache, up to 3.40 GHz)
  • Intel vPro® Platform Eligibility: No
  • # of Cores: 2
  • # of Threads: 4
  • Processor Base Frequency: 3.10 GHz
  • Max Turbo Frequency: 3.40 GHz
  • Warranty Period: 3 yrs

Memory and Storage:

  • Max Memory Size (dependent on memory type): 16 GB
  • Memory Types: DDR3L-1333/1600 1.35V SO-DIMM
  • Max # of Memory Channels: 2
  • Max Memory Bandwidth: 25.6 GB/s
  • Max # of DIMMs: 2
  • ECC Memory Supported: No

Processor Graphics:

  • Processor Graphics: Intel® Iris® Graphics 6100
  • Integrated Graphics: Yes
  • Graphics Output: Mini-DP 1.2; Mini-HDMI 1.4a
  • Intel® Clear Video Technology: Yes
  • # of Displays Supported: 3

Expansion Options:

  • PCI Express Revision: Gen2
  • PCI Express Configurations: M.2 slot with PCIe x4 lanes
  • M.2 Card Slot (storage): 22x42/60/80

I/O Specifications:

  • # of USB Ports: 6
  • USB Configuration: 2x front and 2x rear USB 3.0; 2x USB 2.0 via internal headers
  • USB Revision: 2.0, 3.0
  • USB 2.0 Configuration (External + Internal): 0 + 2
  • USB 3.0 Configuration (External + Internal): 2B 2F + 0
  • Total # of SATA Ports: 2
  • Max # of SATA 6.0 Gb/s Ports: 2
  • RAID Configuration: 2.5" HDD/SSD + M.2 SATA SSD (RAID-0 RAID-1)
  • Audio (back channel + front channel): 7.1 digital (mHDMI mDP); L+R+mic (F)
  • Integrated LAN: Intel® Ethernet Connection I218-V
  • Integrated Wireless: Intel® Wireless-AC 7265 + Bluetooth 4.2
  • Integrated Bluetooth: Yes
  • Consumer Infrared Rx Sensor: Yes
  • Additional Headers: 2x USB2.0, AUX_PWR

Additional Information