Intel® NUC Kit NUC6CAYH built with a quad-core Intel® Celeron® processor, delivers cost-efficient Intel-level performance in a fully customizable kit that makes it perfect for basic 4K digital signage, PC replacement, or thin client. This kit gives you the choice to install the OS, memory, and hard drive you want so you can create the exact system that you need. New features include a dual-array front mic and a multi-color LED ring so you can customize your NUC with the look you want. And there’s 4K display support via a full-sized HDMI 2.0 port, so you can have 4K digital signs at a cost-effective price point.
Design | Chassis type | UCFF |
 | Product colour | Black, Grey |
| Product type | Mini PC barebone |
| On/off switch | Yes |
| LED indicators | Power |
| Cable lock slot | Yes |
| Cable lock slot type | Kensington |
| ARK ID | 95062 |
| Safety | IEC 60950-1, UL 60950-1, EN 60950-1, CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 60950-1 |
| Status | Launched |
| Product family | Intel NUC |
| Product series | Intel® NUC Kit with Intel® Celeron® Processors |
| Product codename | Arches Canyon |
Processor special features | Intel® High Definition Audio (Intel® HD Audio) | Yes |
| Embedded options available | Yes |
| Intel® Virtualization Technology (Intel® VT) | VT-x |
| Intel® AES New Instructions (Intel® AES-NI) | Yes |
| Intel® Quick Sync Video Technology | Yes |
| Intel® Clear Video HD Technology (Intel® CVT HD) | Yes |
| Intel Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d) | Yes |
| Intel VT-x with Extended Page Tables (EPT) | Yes |
| Intel 64 | Yes |
| Idle States | Yes |
| Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology | Yes |
| Thermal Monitoring Technologies | Yes |
| Intel® Identity Protection Technology (Intel® IPT) | Yes |
| Execute Disable Bit | Yes |
| Intel Visual BIOS | Yes |
| Intel Express BIOS update | Yes |
| Intel® Secure Key | Yes |
| Intel Clear Video Technology | Yes |
| Intel® Platform Trust Technology (Intel® PTT) | Yes |
| Intel Virtualization Technology (VT-x) | Yes |
Packaging content | AC adapter included | Yes |
| Quick start guide | Yes |
| Processor included | Intel® Celeron® Processor J3455 (2M Cache, up to 2.3 GHz) |
Certificates | Certification | RoHS, WEEE |
Performance | Motherboard form factor | UCFF |
| Processor socket | BGA 1296 |
| Number of processors supported | 1 |
| BIOS type | EEPROM |
| BIOS memory size | 64 Mbit |
| Audio output channels | 7.1 channels |
| Audio system | Realtek ALC283 HD Audio |
| Consumer infrared Rx sensor | Yes |
| Commodity Classification Automated Tracking System (CCATS) | G157815L2 |
| Export Control Classification Number (ECCN) | 5A992C |
| Supported RAID configuration | N/A |
Expansion slots | PCI Express slots version | 2.0 |
| PCI Express configurations | 1x2+2x1, 4x1 |
Graphics | Graphics card family | Intel |
| On-board graphics card model | Intel® HD Graphics 500 |
| Number of displays supported | 2 |
Memory | Memory slots type | SO-DIMM |
| Number of memory slots | 2 |
| Number of DIMM slots | 2 |
| Maximum internal memory | 8 GB |
| Supported memory clock speeds | 1600,1866 MHz |
| Supported memory types | DDR3L-SDRAM |
| Memory channels | Dual-channel |
| Memory bandwidth (max) | 14.9 GB/s |
| Memory voltage | 1.35 V |
| Removable memory card slot | SDXC with UHS-I support |
Operational conditions | Operating temperature (T-T) | 0 - 40 °C |
| Storage temperature (T-T) | -20 - 60 °C |
Ports & interfaces | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity | 4 |
| HDMI ports quantity | 1 |
| VGA (D-Sub) ports quantity | 1 |
| Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports | 1 |
| Internal USB 2.0 ports quantity | 2 |
| HDMI version | 2.0 |
| Combo headphone/mic port | Yes |
| S/PDIF out port | Yes |
| Consumer infrared headers | Yes |
| Number of SATA III connectors | 1 |
| M.2 card slot (wireless) | 22x30 |
| USB version | 2.0/3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) |
| USB ports quantity | 6 |
| Graphics output | VGA (HDB15); HDMI 2.0 |
Storage | Supported storage drive types | HDD & SSD |
| Storage drive sizes supported | 2.5 " |
| Storage drive interface | Serial ATA III |
| Number of storage drives supported | 1 |
| Card reader integrated | Yes |
| Compatible memory cards | SDXC |
Other features | Additional headers | CEC, 2x USB2.0, AUX_PWR, FRONT_PANEL |
| Number of SATA connectors | 1 |
| HDD size | 2.5 " |
| DC input voltage | 12 - 19 V |
| Processor ARK ID | 95594 |
| Launch date | Q4'16 |
Network | Ethernet LAN | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
| Top Wi-Fi standard | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| Wi-Fi standards | 802.11a, Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), 802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) |
| WLAN controller model | Intel Dual Band Wireless-AC 3168 |
| Networking features | Gigabit Ethernet |
| LAN controller | Realtek 8111HN |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth version | 4.2 |
Software | Compatible operating systems | Windows 10, 64-bit* |
Processor | Built-in processor | Yes |
| Processor manufacturer | Intel |
| Processor family | Intel® Celeron® |
| Processor model | J3455 |
| Processor frequency | 1.5 GHz |
| Processor cores | 4 |
| Processor threads | 4 |
| Processor lithography | 14 nm |
| Processor boost frequency | 2.3 GHz |
| Processor cache | 2 MB |
| L3 cache | 2 MB |
| Thermal Design Power (TDP) | 10 W |
| Memory bandwidth supported by processor (max) | 14.9 GB/s |
| Processor codename | Apollo Lake |
| CPU configuration (max) | 1 |
Weight & dimensions | Width | 115 mm |
| Depth | 111 mm |
| Height | 51 mm |
Logistics data | Harmonized System (HS) code | 84713000 |
Power | Power supply type | External AC adapter |
| Power supply | 65 W |
| AC adapter output voltage | 12-19 V |