A desktop computer with a modular casing perhaps sounds
unfamiliar. But desktop computer actually consist of a series of peripheral
modules that are arranged in order to be an integrated computing machine.
But the project that's developed by Mike Schropp looks very unique;
Mike has managed to create a computer by using Lego blocks as its casing. This
mini PC is called Micro Lego Computer.
This is not the first time Mike makes computer from Lego, he
had also released a similar computer desktop device but with a larger size and
had a higher specification. The Lego computer which was released in early 2015
was sold at higher prices, starting from $ 999 for each unit.
The latest version of Micro Lego Computer has dimension of 5
x 5 x 4 inch and is offered at a cheaper price, only $ 599. The specification
is sufficient enough to meet the daily computing needs: Intel Core i3 Broadwell
processor, 4GB RAM, and 128GB SSD (Solid State Storage). In addition there are
also WiFi 802.11ac and Bluetooth 4.0 connection. Other component such as the
Memory Card Reader is available in the add-on module that can be added if the
user wants it.
If you feel that the above specification is not powerful
enough, there is an option that allows you to choose your own specification and
replace some of major components with a higher capacity, such as Core i5 or
Core i7 processor, increase the amount of RAM and increase the capacity of SSD
as a storage medium.
If that's still not enough, you can also buy some Micro Lego
Computer and compile them into a computer that can be customized for different
needs.
Mike Schropp's mini computer uses Intel NUC machine that has
been designed to be able to be customized by the user.
This device also has computing components that are designed
without the need for a fan (fanless), Mike Schropp has provided gaps between
the Lego blocks to facilitate the air when the computer device is used.
Micro Lego Computer can run a variety of operating systems
ranging from Windows 7, Windows 8.1, Windows 10, and also Ubuntu Linux.