Meerkat

$799.00

The mighty mini with a high performance-to-space ratio. Mount the Meerkat behind your monitor for maximum spaceage. Up to 16TB storage and 96GB RAM. Featuring up to a 16-core Intel processor.

Features:

Mere 4.5" square of desk space Energy-efficient
Intel® Core™ Ultra CPU VESA mount included
Coreboot-based Open Firmware    

 

Great for:

  • Dorm, cubicle, or home office
  • Robotics and tinkering
  • Small server
Operating System:
Pop!_OS 22.04 LTS, Ubuntu 22.04 LTS or Ubuntu 24.04 LTS
Processor:
Intel® Core™ Ultra
Ultra 5 125H: Up to 4.5GHz - 14 Cores - 4P+8E+2LPE
Ultra 7 155H: Up to 4.8GHz - 16 Cores - 6P+8E+2LPE
Graphics:
Intel® Arc™ graphics
Memory:
Up to 96 GB Dual Channel DDR5 5600 MHz
Storage:
Up to 16 TB, 1 x M.2 PCIe Gen4 NVMe, 1 x SATA 2.5" (System also supports 1 x M.2 (KEY M, 2242) with PCIe Gen4x4 for SSD)
Expansion:
Front: 1 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A, 1 x USB4/ThunderboltTM 4 (Supports DP 2.1 display output), 1 x USB3.2 Gen2x2 (Type-C, Supports DP1.4a display output)
Rear: 2 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A
Networking:
2 x Intel 2.5 Gigabit LAN, 1 x Wi-Fi 6E 802.11ax + BT 5.3
Video Ports:
Supports Quad display, 2 x HDMI 2.1 TMDS, 1 x DP 2.1 (from USB4), 1 x DP 1.4a (from Type-C)
Audio:
1 x headphone & microphone jack
Supply:
Dependent on CPU:
Ultra 5 125H: 19V, 90W Power Adapter
Ultra 7 155H: 19V, 120W Power Adapter
Dimensions:
117.5 x 110.0 x 49mm (4.63" x 4.33" x 1.93")
Model:
meer9
$799.00
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Ships to over 60 countries.

1-Year Warranty

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30-Day Returns

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Lifetime Support

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Take Back Your Right to Repair

Thelio desktops are designed to provide easy access to your motherboard for upgrades and repairs. Slip in drives, add memory, and upgrade graphics cards at will with our open hardware design.

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 Meerkat.

Crafted with Care in the USA

Experience the magic of manufacturing, mechanical engineering, software development, QA, and support all working together under the same roof in Denver, Colorado.

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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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Frequently Asked Questions

What OS does this run?

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 swap parts myself?

Yes! Upgrading your Meerkat is straightforward. We provide [detailed guides](https://tech-docs.system76.com/) alongside [lifetime support](http://support.system76.com) 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.

Can I use my own Keyboard and Mouse

Yes! The Meerkat works with USB, wireless and Bluetooth keyboards.

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 manufacturing, 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.