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GIGABYTE

GIGABYTE GB-BACE-3160 barebone mini PC Celeron J3160 DDR3L 8GB max

SKU CH-9SBM-TM2JG MPN GB-BACE-3160

Barebone mini PC with a Celeron J3160 processor, one DDR3L SO-DIMM slot supporting up to 8 GB, a 2.5″ SATA bay, HDMI and VGA outputs, Gigabit LAN, and built-in Wi-Fi/Bluetooth

  • ProcessorIntel Celeron Processor J3160 (2M Cache, up to 2.24 GHz)
  • Installed memoryNo Memory
  • RAM slots1 × 204Pin SO-DIMM
  • Supported memoryDDR3L 1600/1066
  • Maximum supported memory8 GB
  • Additional details1 x PCIe M.2 NGFF 2230 A-E key slot occupied by the Wi-Fi+BT
  • Intel Celeron J3160 up to 2.24 GHz for everyday responsiveness
  • DDR3L 1600/1066 SO-DIMM slot supports up to 8 GB RAM
  • 5 inch SATA bay accepts 7.0 or 9.5 mm drives
  • Gigabit LAN plus Wi-Fi and Bluetooth via M.2 2230 card
  • VGA and HDMI outputs drive two displays simultaneously

Compact barebone for basic desktop use

The GIGABYTE BRIX GB-BACE-3160 is a booksize mini PC built around an Intel Celeron J3160 processor with a maximum turbo frequency of 2.24 GHz. It ships without memory or storage, targeting builders who need a small, fanless-friendly platform for office tasks, digital signage or light home-server duties. The integrated Intel HD Graphics 400 drives a single VGA output and one HDMI port for dual-display setups.

Simple assembly with one memory slot

Installation requires inserting a single 204-pin DDR3L SO-DIMM up to 8 GB and a 2.5-inch SATA drive of 7.0 mm or 9.5 mm thickness. The M.2 2230 A-E key slot is already occupied by the pre-installed Wi-Fi and Bluetooth card, so no additional wireless expansion is possible. A 19 V 2.1 A DC adapter powers the unit through a dedicated jack on the rear panel.

Limited by single-channel DDR3L and SATA 6.0 Gbps

Memory bandwidth is constrained to one channel of DDR3L 1600/1066, capping integrated graphics performance and multitasking headroom. The sole SATA 6.0 Gbps port limits storage throughput to traditional hard-drive or SATA SSD speeds. Gigabit Ethernet tops out at 1 Gbps, and the legacy VGA connector may require an adapter for modern monitors.

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Price $85.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameGIGABYTE
Product lineBRIX
Model nameGB-BACE-3160
Processor
ProcessorIntel Celeron Processor J3160 (2M Cache, up to 2.24 GHz)
Memory
Installed memoryNo Memory
RAM slots1 × 204Pin SO-DIMM
Supported memoryDDR3L 1600/1066
Maximum supported memory8 GB
Storage
Installed storageNo Hard Drive
SATA ports1 x SATA 6.0Gb/s
2.5" internal baysSupports 2.5 in thickness 7.0/9.5 mm Hard Drives (1 × 6 Gbit/s SATA3)
Graphics
Built-in graphicsIntel HD Graphics 400
Audio & video
Built-in audioRealtek ALC255
Connectivity
LAN connectionRealtek RTL8111H
Maximum network speed1 Gbit/s
Ports & slots
Front USB ports2 x USB 3.0
Front audio jacks1 x headset phone jack (Side)
1 x Mic phone jack (Side)
Memory card reader1 x Micro SD card slot
VGA ports1 x D-sub (Side)
HDMI ports1
Rear USB ports2 x USB 3.0
Ethernet port1
Additional rear ports1 x DC-In
1 x Kensington lock slot
InputAC 100-240 V
Power
Power supplyOutput: DC 19 V, 2.1A
Size & build
Product dimensions2.21 in × 4.24 in × 4.5 in
Shipping weight0.90 kg
Package size241 × 165 × 81 mm
More details
Additional details1 x PCIe M.2 NGFF 2230 A-E key slot occupied by the Wi-Fi+BT card

Questions about this item

How can I confirm the Celeron J3160 is running correctly after I install DDR3L memory and a 2.5" SATA drive?

The system will POST and the BIOS will show the J3160 detected with up to 2.24 GHz clock speed; Intel HD Graphics 400 will appear in Device Manager and the Realtek RTL8111H LAN will link at 1Gbps.

What components are included in the barebone box and which parts must I purchase separately?

The box contains the GB-BACE-3160 chassis with a pre-installed Wi-Fi+BT card in the M.2 2230 A-E key slot, a 19V 2.1A power adapter and a Kensington lock slot; you must add one 204-pin DDR3L 1600/1066 SO-DIMM up to 8GB and a 2.5" SATA drive 7.0mm or 9.5mm thick.

Which DDR3L SO-DIMM capacity should I choose for the single memory slot?

The board supports one 204-pin DDR3L 1600/1066 module with a maximum of 8GB; a single 8GB stick gives the full capacity while a 4GB stick leaves room for a later upgrade if you find another compatible module.

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