Running AI models locally sounds great in theory. No API bills, no sending prompts to someone else’s servers, and full control over your data. In reality, though, getting everything working can be a mess. Between Linux installs, drivers, dependencies, and model configuration, it can quickly turn into a weekend project.
Beelink is trying to simplify that.
The company has announced a new series of mini PCs that ship with OpenClaw already configured. Instead of forcing users to assemble an AI environment from scratch, these systems arrive ready to run models right out of the box.
They also come in a rather loud color option called Lobster Red. The machines feature an all metal chassis, and the look is clearly meant to stand out on a desk.
Some models are built for running AI locally. Systems such as the GTR9 Pro 395, SER10 MAX 470, SER9 Pro 370, GTi15 Ultra 285H, and GTi14 Pro 185H are designed to handle on device inference. In other words, the model runs directly on the machine rather than relying on a remote API.
Beelink says the GTR9 Pro with AMD AI Max+ 395 can deliver roughly 52 tokens per second when running the GPT OSS 120B model locally. That kind of performance means developers and enthusiasts could experiment with large models without paying per prompt.
Other systems in the lineup lean toward cloud based AI. Machines such as the SER9 Pro 255, EQR7 Pro 7735HS, and EQi12 Pro 1235U are designed to connect directly to hosted models including GPT 4o, Claude, and Gemini. In that scenario, the mini PC acts more like a compact workstation for interacting with cloud services.
Some configurations will also ship with a dual OS setup. Certain models can boot either Windows or Ubuntu, with OpenClaw included on the Linux side. That allows users to run normal Windows software when needed, while still having a dedicated environment for AI work.
Beelink is also thinking about people who already own its hardware. The company plans to sell SSD upgrade kits that come preloaded with Ubuntu and the OpenClaw environment. These drives use Crucial SSDs and will be available in capacities from 1TB to 4TB.
The idea is simple. Install the drive, boot the system, and start experimenting with local AI without spending hours setting everything up. If you change your mind later, the drive can be wiped and used like any other SSD.
All of the new OpenClaw systems and upgrade kits will be backed by a three year warranty. Beelink also says it will provide technical guidance for users who need help getting started with the AI tools.
Local AI computing is clearly becoming a bigger conversation. Some developers want the privacy of running models on their own hardware, while others simply want to avoid ongoing API costs. Beelink seems to be betting that if the setup process becomes easier, more people will be willing to try it.
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