The MINISFORUM MS-03 is a high-performance AI Mini Workstation designed for professionals who need powerful computing, advanced networking and extensive storage and expansion options in a compact form factor.
Powered by the Intel® Core™ Ultra 9 386H, the MS-03 combines strong multi-core CPU performance, integrated Intel® Graphics and dedicated AI acceleration through its built-in NPU.
This MegaTech Store configuration comes equipped with 32GB DDR5 RAM and a fast 1TB NVMe SSD, making it ready for professional workloads, virtualisation, software development, networking, local AI applications and demanding business environments.
Intel® Core™ Ultra 9 386H
At the heart of the MS-03 is the Intel® Core™ Ultra 9 386H, featuring:
- 16 cores / 16 threads
- Up to 4.9GHz
- Integrated Intel® Graphics
- Dedicated Intel® NPU
- Up to 50 TOPS NPU performance
- Intel® vPro® support
The combination of CPU, GPU and NPU processing allows the MS-03 to efficiently handle conventional workloads alongside modern AI-assisted applications.
Built for Local AI
The MS-03 includes dedicated hardware acceleration for compatible AI workloads, making it suitable for:
- Local AI applications
- AI-assisted productivity
- Development and testing
- Local LLM workloads
- Document processing and summarisation
- Data analysis
- Edge computing
- Private AI deployments
Processing supported workloads locally can help reduce dependence on cloud services while offering greater control over data and latency.
This configuration comes with:
32GB DDR5 RAM
The MS-03 features 2 × DDR5 SO-DIMM slots and supports significantly larger memory configurations if your workload grows in the future.
Its upgradeable memory design makes the MS-03 particularly suitable for virtual machines, development environments, databases and memory-intensive professional applications.
1TB NVMe SSD
A fast 1TB NVMe SSD comes installed, providing responsive boot times, fast application loading and high-speed access to files and datasets.
The MS-03 provides extensive storage expansion with three M.2 NVMe SSD slots, including PCIe 5.0 connectivity.
Storage Expansion
- 1 × M.2 2280 PCIe 5.0 x4
- 1 × M.2 2280/22110 PCIe 5.0 x4
- 1 × M.2 2280/22110 PCIe 4.0
This provides excellent flexibility for additional SSDs, virtual machines, AI models, media libraries and large datasets.
U.2 Enterprise SSD Support
The MS-03 also supports compatible U.2 NVMe SSDs using an M.2-to-U.2 adapter, providing additional options for high-capacity enterprise storage.
This makes it particularly attractive for users building compact servers, storage-intensive workstations and professional lab environments.
Exceptional High-Speed Networking
Networking is one of the standout features of the MS-03.
It includes:
- 2 × 10G SFP+
- 1 × 10GbE RJ45
- 1 × 2.5GbE RJ45
With multiple high-speed network interfaces, the MS-03 is an excellent platform for:
- NAS and server connectivity
- 10GbE networks
- Virtualisation
- Firewall and routing applications
- Homelabs
- Edge computing
- High-speed file transfers
- Business network infrastructure
PCIe Expansion
Unlike many conventional Mini PCs, the MS-03 includes a PCIe expansion slot, providing additional flexibility for compatible professional hardware.
The physical PCIe x16 slot operates at PCIe 4.0 x4 and supports compatible low-profile, single-slot expansion cards.
This opens up possibilities for additional networking, specialised controllers and other PCIe devices.
Dual USB4 40Gbps
The MS-03 includes 2 × USB4 Type-C ports, offering data transfer speeds of up to:
40Gbps
USB4 provides high-speed connectivity for:
- External SSDs
- Docking stations
- High-resolution displays
- Professional peripherals
- Compatible external devices
Both USB4 ports also support DisplayPort video output.
Multi-Display Support
Build a productive multi-screen workstation using:
- 1 × HDMI 2.1
- 2 × USB4 with DisplayPort support
The HDMI 2.1 connection supports resolutions up to 4K @ 120Hz, making the MS-03 suitable for professional multi-monitor environments.
Wi-Fi 7 + Bluetooth
In addition to its extensive wired networking, the MS-03 provides modern wireless connectivity with:
- Wi-Fi 7
- Bluetooth connectivity
This provides flexibility for both high-speed wired infrastructure and wireless peripherals and networks.
Intel® vPro® Support
Intel® vPro® support makes the MS-03 particularly attractive for professional IT environments.
Compatible management features can assist organisations with remote system administration, maintenance and troubleshooting, making the MS-03 suitable for distributed business environments and managed deployments.
Advanced Cooling
The MS-03 incorporates an active cooling system designed to maintain stable performance during sustained professional workloads.
The thermal solution includes:
- Dual heatpipes
- Large turbo blower fan
- Phase-change thermal material
Selectable operating profiles allow users to balance performance and acoustics depending on workload requirements.
Comprehensive Connectivity
Front I/O
- 1 × USB-A 3.2 Gen 2
- 2 × USB-A 2.0
- 1 × 3.5mm audio combo jack
- Power button
- Reset
Rear I/O
- 2 × USB4 Type-C – up to 40Gbps
- 2 × USB-A 3.2 Gen 2
- 1 × HDMI 2.1
- 2 × 10G SFP+
- 1 × 10GbE RJ45
- 1 × 2.5GbE RJ45
Key Features
- Intel® Core™ Ultra 9 386H
- 16 cores / 16 threads
- Up to 4.9GHz
- Dedicated Intel® AI NPU
- Up to 50 TOPS NPU performance
- Intel® Graphics
- Intel® vPro® support
- 32GB DDR5 RAM
- 1TB NVMe SSD
- 3 × M.2 NVMe SSD slots
- PCIe 5.0 NVMe storage support
- U.2 NVMe support
- PCIe expansion slot
- 2 × 10G SFP+
- 1 × 10GbE RJ45
- 1 × 2.5GbE RJ45
- Wi-Fi 7
- Dual USB4 40Gbps
- HDMI 2.1
- Multi-display support
- Advanced active cooling
- Compact workstation design
A Serious Mini Workstation for AI, Networking and Virtualisation
The MINISFORUM MS-03 is designed for users who need more than a conventional Mini PC.
With an Intel Core Ultra 9 processor, 32GB DDR5 RAM, 1TB NVMe SSD, dedicated AI acceleration, PCIe expansion, triple NVMe storage and multiple 10 Gigabit network connections, it provides an exceptionally versatile platform for professional workstations, local AI, virtualisation, network infrastructure and advanced home-lab environments.
Its combination of workstation-level expansion and compact dimensions makes the MS-03 an excellent choice for users who want powerful and flexible computing without the size of a traditional desktop tower.












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