Meerkat

Was: $549.00
Now: $499.00

The mighty mini with a high performance-to-space ratio. Mount the Meerkat behind your monitor for maximum spaceage. Up to 20TB storage and 64GB RAM. Featuring a 12-core, 16-thread Intel processor.

Features:

Mere 4.5" square of desk space Energy-efficient
13th Gen Intel Core CPU VESA mount included

 

Great for:

  • Dorm, cubicle, or home office
  • Robotics and tinkering
  • Small server
Operating System:
Pop!_OS 22.04 LTS or Ubuntu 22.04 LTS
Processor:
13th gen Intel® Core™
i3-1315U: Up to 4.5GHz - 10MB Cache - 6 Cores - 8 Threads
i5-1340P: Up to 4.6GHz - 12MB Cache - 12 Cores - 16 Threads
i7-1360P: Up to 5.0GHz - 18MB Cache - 12 Cores - 16 Threads
Graphics:
Dependent on CPU:
i3-1315U: Intel® UHD Graphics
i5-1340P: Intel® Iris® Xe Graphics
i7-1360P: Intel® Iris® Xe Graphics
Memory:
Up to 64 GB Dual Channel DDR4 at 3200 MHz
Storage:
Short: Up to 12 TB, 1 × M.2 PCIe Gen4 NVMe, 1 × M.2 PCIe Gen3 SATA
Tall: Up to 20 TB, 1 × M.2 PCIe Gen4 NVMe, 1 × M.2 PCIe Gen3 SATA, 1 × 2.5″ drive
Expansion:
Front: 2 × USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A
Rear: 1 × USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A, 1 × USB 2.0 Type A, 2 × USB 4 / Thunderbolt™ 4 (Type C)
Optional Add-on card: 2 × USB 2.0 Type A
Networking:
2.5 GbE Ethernet, Intel® Wifi 6E, Bluetooth
Optional Add-on card: 1 × 2.5 GbE Ethernet
Video Ports:
2 × HDMI 2.1, 2 x DisplayPort (1.4a) via USB Type C
Audio:
3.5mm headphone/mic combo jack
7.1 channel (via HDMI, USB Type-C)
Power Supply:
Dependent on CPU:
i3-1315U: 19V, 90W Power Adapter
i5-1340P: 20V, 120W Power Adapter
i7-1360P: 20V, 120W Power Adapter
Security:
Kensington® Lock
Dimensions:
Height × Width × Depth
Short: 1.46″ × 4.61″ × 4.41″ (37 × 117 × 112mm)
Tall: 2.12″ × 4.61″ × 4.41″ (54 × 117 × 112mm)
Model:
meer8 - Technical Documentation
Was: $549.00
Now: $499.00
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We Give a Ship

Ships to over 60 countries.

1-Year Warranty

We've got you covered!

30-Day Returns

Don't love it? Send it back.

Lifetime Support

Real humans, real experts.

Take Back Your Right to Repair

Keep your Meerkat running at peak performance with the freedom to repair and upgrade whenever you need, extending its life and value.

Infinite Customization

Tailor your computer to your preferences with System76's Pop!_OS, which "just works" on setup thanks to preinstalled drivers and sane defaults.

Built-In Security You Can Trust

Protect your data and privacy with robust security features like encryption on setup designed to safeguard your information — giving you peace of mind every time you use your desktop.

Computers Engineered to Excel

Software and hardware created in harmony for peak performance and convenience. Dive into a computer built upon over a decade of feedback by people like you.

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Unleash your potential on Pop!_OS

Do what you do best — with an open source OS that stays out of your way. Pop!_OS is engineered to keep you innovating as quickly as possible while collecting *zero* user data. Customize to your needs, keep focus intact, organize effortlessly, and spend time on what really matters.

REVIEWS

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Nathan Graham YT

Watch Unboxing
System76 Meerkats (desktop mini) at Google podcast

Meerkats At Google

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can it dual-boot?

System76 computers are optimized for Pop!_OS and Ubuntu. Additionally, you can run a variety of Linux distributions, as well as Microsoft Windows. Dual-booting is also supported!

Can I use my own keyboard & mouse?

Yes! The Meerkat mini works with both USB and Bluetooth keyboards.

Can I swap parts myself?

Yes! Upgrading your Thelio Desktop is straightforward. We provide lifetime support alongside detailed guides found in the tech specs to help you upgrade components like RAM, storage, and more.

What if I need help?

Our support team comes highly rated, and for good reason. For the lifetime of your product, you'll have direct access to our in-house experts who are trained in fast, effective solutions.

Why buy from System76?

System76 offers a first-class Linux experience backed by a unique blend of repairability, open source software, customization, and privacy-focused features, plus US-based engineering and support.

Do you recycle e-waste?

Yes! We send sheet metal, chassis parts, wiring, faulty components, and more to be recycled. You can even send your System76 product back to us for recycling, free of charge. The Dwarven smiths of the Rocky Mountains will be happy to forge with such fine material.