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September 18th, 2024 11:26
Micro PC powered from USB-C
It's a shame your micro PC's aren't powered off USB-C ports.
They could then be plugged into a hub monitor and transported around (a bit like a laptop)
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redxps630
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September 18th, 2024 15:54
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Chino de Oro
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September 19th, 2024 03:55
Sorry to say that your idea is nonsense. Even if you get one, you can't connect a micro PC to a hub monitor and transport around with dangling mouse, keyboard and a very large power pack. If your monitor is conventional and has to plug into the wall for power, you can't move it around. PC makers already invented laptops, tablets.
For a real mobility, just get a rugged extreme. It can handle road trip, camping, boating.
Andy K
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September 22nd, 2024 12:19
When I used a laptop, it was rare for me to use the keyboard or screen. I just use to use it to move between docking stations! hence my idea. I was just carrying around a CPU,HDD and software.
Chino de Oro
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September 22nd, 2024 22:30
As I pointed out the example, there is no practical usages to power Micro Form Factor via USB-C port. If you have a need personally, you may want to give OptiPlex 7090 Ultra a try. It offers dual power input, through 4.50 mm barrel power adapter and also accepting 90w power delivery (from monitor hub) through USB-C.
In other words, practical designs have been made for practical form factors and devices in business senses.
Andy K
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September 23rd, 2024 10:32
Thanks. Does the 7070 do that too?
Would video and data also be transmitted down the same USB C ?
Chino de Oro
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September 23rd, 2024 21:11
Yes, it has USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-C port with DisplayPort Alt Mode/Power Delivery
https://www.dell.com/support/manuals/en-us/optiplex-7070-ultra/optiplex_7070_ultra_setupspec/bottom-view?guid=guid-d8abb01b-187a-42ee-ba26-1e8d2ccd35a4&lang=en-us
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February 19th, 2026 06:11
I did offered apology to OP before commenting on OP's topic. The original poster did not ask a question nor expecting an answer. It was a statement and ideal about certain Dell system design. My comments were just my opinions about the topic.
You are offering your opinion and yet, also judging my comments.