Compact mini ITX/ATX with 40Gbps Thunderbolt and DP connectivity
Compact mini ITX/ATX with 40Gbps Thunderbolt and DP connectivity
Hey there, fellow builder! I’m a newcomer here and planning a compact workstation similar to Linus’s setup with the Caldigit hub. I want to hide the case inside my home and need the tiniest motherboard possible. It should have a display port input and support 40Gbps Thunderbolt. I’m especially keen on an 1151 socket so I can pair it with my existing 9800K. The Asrock Phantom looks promising but only offers 20Gbps—can I get full 40Gbps on Mini ITX boards soon? Ideally, the DP port should be built right into the motherboard for an ultra-slim case in a Mini ITX if possible. If that’s not feasible, I’d prefer a Micro ATX with a Thunderbolt header. Through the Caldigit hub, I plan to run two 1080p monitors (upgradeable to 4K later) and have at least one external HDD or SSD powered via bus. A 8-bay HDD enclosure could also work—maybe even plug it into the motherboard instead. Any advice or concerns? Looking forward to your thoughts!
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ATX is precisely what I'm looking to steer clear of. Did you find a link that might help with troubleshooting or fixes?
Since you're facing a tough spot without an ATX, even with both ATX and EATX options, your choices are limited to the Aorus Xtreme and Designare models.