Mini barebone desktop Acer N1502G-13U5U, Intel, no RAM, no OS, single storage slot

Acer Veriton N1502G-13U5U NUC BAREBONE is a compact barebone desktop designed for flexible business and office deployments. The system ships without an operating system, storage drives, or optical drive, and includes a VESA kit for convenient mounting. It is powered by an Intel Core 5 120U hybrid processor with 10 cores (2 performance + 8 efficient) and 12 threads, integrated Intel Iris/UHD graphics, and supports up to two M.2 2280 SSDs and up to 2x DDR4 SO-DIMM memory modules.

Advantages

The barebone design allows customization of memory and storage to match specific needs while keeping a small footprint and VESA-compatible mounting options. Built-in Wi-Fi6 and Bluetooth 5.2 provide modern wireless connectivity, and dual 2.5GbE LAN ports deliver reliable wired network performance. Multiple display and peripheral ports including HDMI 2.0, DisplayPort 1.4 and Thunderbolt 4 Type-C support versatile connectivity for monitors and accessories.

Key specifications

• Model: Acer Veriton N1502G-13U5U NUC BAREBONE
• Operating system: No OS included
• Processor: Intel Core 5 120U (10 cores: 2P + 8E, 12 threads, P-core 1.4/5.0 GHz, E-core 0.9/3.8 GHz, 12 MB cache)
• Memory: 8GB DDR4 SO-DIMM installed; 2x DDR4 SO-DIMM slots
• Storage support: 2x M.2 2280 SSD (no drives included)
• Graphics: Integrated Intel Iris / Intel UHD Graphics
• Network: 2x LAN 2.5GbE
• Wireless: Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.2
• Ports: HDMI 2.0, DisplayPort 1.4, Thunderbolt 4 (Type-C), 4x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A, 2x RJ-45, 3.5 mm audio jack, power jack
• Additional: VESA kit included

How to use

Install required memory modules and M.2 SSDs into the available SO-DIMM and M.2 slots according to the motherboard instructions. Connect a display to HDMI 2.0, DisplayPort 1.4 or the Thunderbolt 4 Type-C port. Attach network cables to the 2.5GbE LAN ports for wired connectivity or configure Wi‑Fi 6 for wireless access and pair Bluetooth devices via the system settings. Install your preferred operating system on an M.2 SSD and configure drivers from Acer if needed. Use the included VESA kit to mount the unit behind a compatible monitor or on a wall to save desk space.

Recommendations

For stable performance in multi-tasking and light workstation tasks, install a second DDR4 SO-DIMM to enable dual-channel memory, and use NVMe M.2 2280 SSD(s) for primary storage. If using multiple high-resolution displays, connect via DisplayPort 1.4 or Thunderbolt 4 for best compatibility. Ensure you install the latest firmware and drivers from Acer after adding an OS and components.