Physical Teardown

Overall, the ASRock DeskMini GTX 1060 exudes class and functionality, keeping a sleek, humble appearance, but hiding some serious horsepower. The ASRock DeskMini GTX 1060 is what enthusiasts might call a "sleeper", a businesslike exterior that masks serious compute power.


Disassembling the ASRock DeskMini GTX 1060 is as simple as you would expect from such a functional minimalist design. Opening the top cover requires only the two top screws to be removed; however, for full access, all four screws should be removed.


After the four rear screws have been removed, the top cover can be slid back about half an inch and then lifted off. Once the top cover is removed, the compact efficiency of the ASRock DeskMini GTX 1060 becomes truly apparent.


To continue with disassembly, there are two more screws at the front of the case that must be removed. These screws hold the motherboard tray in place, and while they are easy to remove, replacing them upon re-assembly can be tricky. I advise using either a screwdriver with a strong magnet or some sharp, angled tweezers to hold the screws in place until they are threaded in.


Once the motherboard tray screws have been removed, the whole rear of the ASRock DeskMini GTX 1060 will slide back out of the case. Remember to remove the two front I/O headers before pulling the tray out completely.