Packaging and Contents

ASRock Industrial keeps things simple with packaging. While having a vibrant and attention-grabbing design, the top just has the company name/logo, and the fact that this is a mini-PC is readily apparent. Turning to one of the longer sides, you will find the general specifications and what is included. Since this is a barebones unit, no memory, storage, or operating system comes bundled with the NUC BOX-1260P. Flipping to the opposite side, there is nothing to see other than various certification symbols and a QR code. As for the other sides, they are all blank panels.


The internal packaging is well thought out and, while simple, provides acceptable protection. The system itself is wrapped in a thin layer of foam and secured in a cardboard tray that keeps it centered. Below that, you will find the accessories and power brick. While not fancy, the packaging did its job just fine, function over form.


When it comes to bundled hardware, you will find essentially everything you expect. Of course, you will get the system and power brick, but you will also find a VESA mounting plate, screws, M.2 SSD mounting hardware, and a user's guide. Since this is a barebones unit, I installed 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) of Kingston KVR32S22S6/8 3200 MHz memory and a Kingston KC3000 512 GB PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD. For the OS, I opted for Windows 11, considering it's the best fit for the hybrid Alder Lake CPU and its P-core + E-core design. The memory and SSD contributed an additional $148 and a Windows license adds further cost.

• ASRock NUC BOX-1260P
• Power brick
• VESA mounting plate
• VESA screws
• M.2 Screws / spacers
• Manual