Space-saving and easy to use large screen! Core i7 compatible ultra-compact PC "ESPRIMO G5011 / G" changes office (1/2 page)

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Recently, the number of companies introducing "hybrid work" that uses both telework and office work is increasing. In response to this trend, many information system personnel are wondering, "What shape should I choose when replacing a PC (new installation)?" Not long ago, I was able to select without hesitation, "Because it's telework, a portable notebook PC would be nice." However, such a situation has changed recently.

Laptops are certainly easy to use at home or in the office. However, since the screen size of the display is inevitably small, the efficiency of work using the office application is inevitably reduced. Especially when using a spreadsheet app, you may find it difficult to see the small numbers.

Also, the operation interface such as keyboard and touchpad depends on the specifications of the machine. Therefore, if a notebook PC without a numeric keypad is assigned to a person in charge of work (accounting, etc.) that will use the numeric keypad a lot, workability will deteriorate without an external numeric keypad. If you have a lot of mouse operations, it will be difficult to move the pointer if the touchpad is narrow. There is a possibility that some people will endure it while feeling "difficult to use".

If you don't want to carry it anywhere, you have the option of an inexpensive tower / slim tower desktop PC. This will keep costs down and create a more comfortable working environment. However, it takes up space for installation.

Aside from workplaces where high performance such as 3D graphics rendering and video creation is required, the scenery of tower PCs lined up on the desk in the office feels a little old-fashioned. And above all, in the hybrid work era, using "different" PCs for telework and office work is difficult in terms of work efficiency.

Isn't there a PC that has both the portability of a notebook PC and the good cost performance of a desktop PC? When in doubt, one of the options to remember is the "ultra-small desktop PC."

For ultra-compact desktop PCs, pay attention to Fujitsu's "ESIMO G5011 / G"!

Ultra-compact desktop PCs are one of the hot spots in increasingly commoditized PCs. Various products are appearing from various PC makers, from emerging to major. What they all have in common is that they have a compact body that can be held with one hand without any problems.

However, when it comes to which model is best for the area of ​​interest, there are various options from pin to pin. If you are looking for something that is convenient and safe to use in the business scene and has perfect performance, check the following points.

There are very few models that meet all of these requirements. This time, I would like to introduce the "new life" of ultra-compact desktop PCs for businesses that meet this difficult condition. It is the "ESIMO G5011 / G" released by Fujitsu in September 2021. The minimum configuration tax-included price on the company's direct sales website "Fujitsu WEB MART" is 157,190 yen (shipping included, no keyboard / mouse included). Let's check its features.

Full port type with a body of about 0.87L

As Fujitsu calls itself an "ultra-small model," the ESIMO G5011 / G has a compact and space-saving body that stands out. When the attached vertical foot is not used, the dimensions are about 36 (width) x 165 (depth) x 147 (height) mm, and the volume conversion is about 0.87L. Of course, it is by far the smallest size among Fujitsu's desktop PC "ESIMO series".

If the volume doesn't come to mind, think of two tall-sized DVD cases side by side, or an A5 size dictionary. With such a compact size, there is no need to worry about where to put it unless there is a great deal of trouble.

Ultra-small desktop PCs tend to reduce the number of external connection ports to achieve their compactness. However, ESIMO G5011 / G has abundant ports, power input terminal, DisplayPort output terminal, USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C terminal (DisplayPort Alternate Mode / USB Power Delivery compatible), wired LAN terminal (1000BASE-) on the back. (T compatible), USB 2.0 Type-A terminal x 3 and USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A terminal, USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C terminal on the front, USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A terminal and earphone / microphone combo terminal ing.

It is worth mentioning that there are abundant video output terminals, and you can output video to up to two displays at the same time, including the USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C terminal on the back. The USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C terminal on the back can also be powered by USB Power Delivery (USB PD), so it can be used for both DisplayPort Alternate Mode and USB PD like Fujitsu's 27-inch LCD display "VL-P27-9T". If you use it in combination with a display that has a compatible USB Type-C terminal, you can connect the ESIMO G5011 / G to the display with just one USB Type-C cable. If this happens, it will look very smart.

About USB PD support of ESIMO G5011 / G

The USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C terminal on the back of the ESIMO G5011 / G supports power inputs up to 60W (20V / 3A). However, we do not guarantee the operation of all USB PD compatible power supplies.

If you use the VESA kit, you can use it like a "display integrated type"!

As mentioned above, the ESIMO G5011 / G can connect up to two displays at the same time. If a display with a screen size and resolution suitable for the application is prepared, the productivity of the operator can be increased.

If you prepare the "VESA kit" which is also a customization option, you can also attach the ESIMO G5011 / G to the back of the display equipped with the VESA mount. Then you can use ESIMO G5011 / G like a desktop PC with a built-in display. As mentioned earlier, if you combine it with a display that has a USB Type-C terminal that supports both DisplayPort Alternate Mode and USB PD, the sense of unity will be further increased.

You might wonder, "If you install the main unit on the back, you can't turn on the PC without turning your hand to the back." But with the ESIMO G5011 / G, press the "Ctrl" keys on the left and right of the USB keyboard. You can turn on the power just by pressing them at the same time. In this case, mounting a PC on the back of the display does not impair convenience.

About VESA kit

The VESA kit is available in two sizes, "S" and "L". Choose the right one for the size of the mount your display supports.

About turning on the power using the keyboard

Before you can use the keyboard to power on the ESIMO G5011 / G, you need to change the UEFI (BIOS) settings. The setting procedure is as follows.

1. Turn on the power while holding down the "F2" key or "Esc" key on the keyboard.
2. When the setup screen is displayed, display the "Power Management" tab.
3. Change "USB power supply when power is off" to "Power ON"
4. Change "Wake up with keyboard" to "Dedicated key only" (* 1)
5. Press the "F10" key to save your settings and exit setup

(* 1) If you change this setting to "Use", you can turn on the power with any key.Please note that the power will be turned on just by pressing one of the keys.