NS70 Series 17.3 inch coreboot laptop

(7 customer reviews)

From: 1.155 EUR

A sturdy laptop with coreboot based firmware, Thunderbolt 4 support and a beautiful 17.3 inch screen display. These are the key features of the NS70 Series. With an 12th generation Intel Core processor and Intel Xe integrated graphics, you can now do more without a second graphics card. The 73WH battery allows you to work up to 7.5 hours without a power adapter. Despite the relatively big screen display of 17.3 inch, the weight of this laptop is just 2.25 kg. Moreover, this laptop has thin bezels, a good air-flow and an elegant and sturdy black casing with more connectivity options than others.

  • Choose a processor.
  • This laptop has two memory slots, Dual Channel for 3200 MHz DDR4 memory. Please choose your preferred memory here.
  • An M.2 SSD chip is a faster alternative to the regular storage drive and works in an M.2 slot. If selected, the operating system will be installed on this storage chip.
  • An M.2 SSD chip is a faster alternative to the regular storage drive and works in an M.2 slot. You can use this secondary slot for extra storage.

  • Branding & logo

    Would you like to have a nice logo engraved on the laptop lid? We engrave our own logo on the laptop lid as standard. You can also choose not to have this done, or to specify your own file for engraving the laptop lid.

    *Uploaded logo for engraving

    For the best results, please supply an SVG file. Please note that we cannot engrave colours, nor gray-scales. We will convert your file into a file that can be used for engraving. We will contact you to show the result of the conversion if we believe a review is needed.

    • (max file size 100 MB)

    Which BIOS logo should be displayed while booting?

    *Uploaded logo for BIOS

    • (max file size 100 MB)

    Palm rest part engraving

    Would you like us to laser engrave something at the palm rest part of the laptop?

    Name
    Please note that the example above is for reference only. The actual result may vary.

    What font should we use for the engraving?

    *Specify font

    Please specify the font that we should use for the name engraving.

    *Uploaded file for engraving on the palm rest part

    • (max file size 100 MB)

    *Right of return expires

  • The current Dasharo coreboot firmware options for advanced and firmware-interested people are listed here.

    Current NV41 Series device owners can upgrade to coreboot+Heads here.

    *Limitations Heads firmware

    Heads firmware:

    - Is for very advanced users only
    - Only supports GNU/Linux operating systems (not Windows)
    - Has Intel ME disabled anyway (HAP disabling mode)
    - Doesn't have the UEFI settings of the default coreboot+EDK-II version

    *Limitations Intel ME disabling

    Disabling the Intel Management Engine (ME) results in the following features no longer being available:

    - Remote Management
    - fTPM (the hardware TPM is still available)
    - Thunderbolt. USB-C, Display Alt Mode (for video signals) and USB-C charging (PowerDelivery) are still supported.
    - Modern standby (S0ix)*

    * Please also note that the NS51 and NS70 Series do not support S3 suspend mode. As a result, no suspend mode is available when having Intel ME disabled.
    Even though the NV41 Series does support S3 suspend mode, it only works in GNU/Linux; not in Windows.

    Since the October 2023 firmware update, it is possible to use S4 suspend-to-disk: https://github.com/Dasharo/dasharo-issues/issues/471

    *Support duration for coreboot+Heads

    How long would you like to receive security updates and direct support from Dasharo?

    Separate shipping

    Would you like the USB Securite Device to be shipped separately?

    *Shipping country

    Please select your shipping country for the separate shipping of your USB Security Device.

  • You can choose between Windows and a GNU/Linux operating system. As an alternative, you can also install the operating system by yourself. Even a Dual Boot with multiple operating system is possible to configure.
    Select your operating system
    Other operating system
    What operating system should we install?
    Dual-Boot or VirtualBox?

    How should the second operating system be reached?

    Primary operating system

    Which operating system will you use the most?

    Secondary operating system

    Which operating system will you use alongside the primary operating system?

    What operating system should we install as primary OS?

    What operating system should we install as secondary OS?

    Partition


    How much percent (%) of the available storage capacity may be assigned to the primary OS? The other available space will be assigned to the second OS.

    What language should be displayed by the operating system?

    Which user name (name of user of the OS) would you like to be set up?

    Fill in a username in the text field.

    Please disable the 'separate partitions' option if you would like us to install your operating system the recommended way (without separate partitions). Otherwise, please specify how you would like the partitions to be formatted. For each partition, please specify the size and the mount point or drive letter. Optionally, you can mention the partition type (ext4, BTRFS, NTFS, FAT, and so on).
    Disk encryption ensures that your data cannot be stolen if it is turned off. The access to the data can only be unlocked with a passphrase. You will receive instructions how to change the default passphrase.
    Disk encryption ensures that your data cannot be stolen if it is turned off. The access to the data can only be unlocked with a passphrase. You will receive instructions how to change the default passphrase.
    Would you like to have an OS pen drive, so you can reinstall your operating system in the future?
    You have the option to pre-install additional software. We only supply clean laptops, no malware, bloatware or extra software that you did not ask for.
    Windows Software
    Extra Software
    Linux Software

    Please choose the web browser which you'd like to be installed.

  • Here you can pick a M.2 WiFi module. There are different types for different purposes.

    *A few things to note about this WiFi card ...

    This WiFi card uses older standards, which means the maximum achievable speed is a lot slower than other WiFi cards.

    This WiFi card is only compatible with GNU/Linux and NOT Windows.

    The WiFi card blocks the laptop's ability to enter modern sleep mode (S0ix). Only the NV41 Series is compatible with the alternative deeper S3 sleep mode. The NS51 and NS70 Series do not provide hardware support for S0ix, so these laptops cannot be put into sleep mode with this WiFi card.

    This WiFi card is referred to as 'blob-free' as meant by the Free Software Foundation (FSF): the WiFi card's firmware is considered to be non-modifiable pre-installed firmware that is part of the hardware. So it does NOT mean that 'blob-free' means that the source code of this WiFi card is publicly available.

    The Bluetooth functionality of this WiFi card does require blobs - blob-free as mentioned above is only applicable for the WiFi functionality.

    The fact that the WiFi functionality does not require firmware to be loaded from the storage disk to the working memory is seen by many as a security advantage. After all, that kind of firmware is theoretically easier to manipulate.

  • Do you take your laptop with you regularly? Here you can pick an additional adapter (charger), for example to use at home or at the office.

  • Select the keyboard layout you would like.

    Please note that the images below are just as a reference of the keyboard layout - they do not represent the actual keyboard, not all signs may be engraved and the physical keyboard layout may look differently.

    After ordering, you will be sent a file with instructions on how to get started creating your own keyboard layout.

    ANSI / ISO

    SUPER key

    Please upload a logo for your custom SUPER key here.

    • (max file size 100 MB)

    Which variant of keyboard illumination do you want?

    For firmware related options, please check the firmware options section.

  • We deliver a power cord with every adapter. Which power cord fits to your power wall?

    With every adapter, we deliver a power cord. How long would you like those power cords to be?

  • We collaborate with IT-recycling to recycle old IT hardware as much as possible. Thanks to this collaboration, we can recycle your old laptop in an environmentally friendly way for a compensation.

    IT-recycling is a WEEELABEX – ISO certified company with 20 years of experience. Their recycling services are environmentally friendly and transparent. Read more about this collaboration in our dedicated blog post.

    *Where do you live?

    Trade-in not available

    We are sorry, but our trade-in programme is currently limited to EU customers.

    *What would you like to trade-in?

    Please specify the device you would like to trade-in.

    *Laptop series trade-in

    Please specify your NovaCustom laptop series that you would like to trade-in in order to calculate your compensation.

    *Serial number

    The serial number can be found on the backside of the laptop. You can also specify your NovaCustom order number here.

    *Condition

    How is the condition of the laptop that you would like to trade-in?

    *25 EUR trade-in compensation

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About the author: Wessel Klein Snakenborg is passionate about technology since childhood. He launched NovaCustom in 2015, crafting tailor-made laptops with privacy and security in mind. With a focus on user-friendliness, NovaCustom continues to redefine the laptop experience, led by Wessel's commitment to innovation and collaboration.

Specifications

Processor CPU Refer to configurator
Display
17.3” (43.94cm) FHD (1920×1080) 16:9 panel, 4.0mm, Mat N7
Color reproduction: 72% NTSC, ~ 98% sRGB
Luminance: 300 cd/m²
Contrast ratio: 800:1
Treatment: anti-glare, Hard coating (3H), IPS likely

Screen model: AUO B173HAN04.2

Memory
• Dual channel DDR4
• Two 260 pins SODIMM sockets, support DDR4 3200MHz (Real operation frequency depends on processor)
• Expandable memory up to 64GB, depends on 4GB/8GB/16GB/32GB SODIMM Module
Video Controller GPU
• Intel® Xe Graphics
Storage
• 2x M.2 SSD 2280, PCIe Gen3/Gen4 interface
Sound
• High Definition Audio
• Built in array microphone
• Built in two speakers
Keyboard
• Multi languages Multi-Color illuminated full size keyboard with numeric pad
Mouse • Built in Touch pad with Microsoft PTP multi-gesture and scrolling function
I/O Ports
• 1 x USB 2.0 port
• 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 port (Type A)
• 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 port (Type C) Thunderbolt™ 4 combo port – supports charging over USB-C (PowerDelivery, min. 87W), Display Alt Mode (up to two external monitors via USB-C)
• 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 port (Type C)
• 1 x HDMI™ output port (with HDCP)
• 1 x 2-in-1 Audio Jack combo port (Headphone / Microphone)
• 1 x RJ-45 LAN port
• 1 x DC-in jack
Card Reader
• Micro-SD Card reader
Communication
• Built in 10/100/1000Mb Base-TX Ethernet LAN
• WiFi card, refer to configurator
• 1.0M HD video camera or (Factory Option) Windows Hello Camera
Power
• Full Range AC adapter, AC in 100~240V, 50~60Hz, DC output 19V 3.42A, 65W (Tiger Lake)
• Full Range AC adapter, AC in 100~240V, 50~60Hz, DC output 19V 4.73A, 90W (Alder Lake)
• Embedded Polymer Smart Lithium-Ion battery pack, 73WH
• Battery life: 450 minutes (with 73WH battery)
Security
• Security (Kensington® Type) Lock Slot
• TPM 2.0
Design
• Metal (bottom part)
• Resilient synthetic material (other parts)
• USB-C Power Delivery (PD)
Firmware NovaCustom open source coreboot firmware with 5 years of security updates, provided by Dasharo. Please check out details on the coreboot firmware tab.

Open source Embedded Controller (EC) firmware.

Dasharo firmware features:
– TPM 2.0 support
– Verified boot
– Measured boot
– Secure boot support
– Intel ME disabling options (HECI and HAP)
– OS independent keyboard backlight control
– OS independent fan profiles
– Fn lock hotkey to switch F1-F12 and the function keys (Fn + Caps Lock)
– Easy installation of firmware updates via the Dasharo Tool Suite (DTS)
– And many other features, check docs.dasharo.com. Not all Ecosystem features might be available. Please contact us if you want to be sure about any feature that is not listed here.

The laptop only supports modern standby (S0ix), it does not support S3 suspend mode.

Dimensions
• 395(W) x 250.7(D) x 19.8(H)mm
• 2.25kg,Including Barebone and 73WH battery (5% weight tolerance)

coreboot firmware


This laptop is very unique because of its firmware. Where other laptop suppliers use the default Insyde proprietary BIOS, we supply our laptops with open source Dasharo coreboot based firmware.

You will get 5 years of security updates which can be downloaded and installed via the fwupd application (GNU/Linux only). The firmware can also be updated via the Dasharo Tools Suite pre-installed environment (requires an internet connection via Ethernet).

Spare parts

We offer spare parts up to 7 years after your purchase. Before you apply any replacements, please consult the service manual. This can be found under the tab ‘service manual’ (Chapter 2: Disassembly). Spare parts can be ordered here.

Service manual

We highly appreciate freedom. Therefore, we publish our service manuals that helps you to find and replace parts. The service manual also describes how to properly maintenance your device.

You can download the service manual here.

Drivers

Download drivers and firmware files from our external TransIP-Stack server.

7 reviews for NS70 Series 17.3 inch coreboot laptop

  1. German

    Stefan

    Das Laptop hat eine gute Qualität. Der Bildschirm hat ein wirklich gutes Bild. Die Tastatur hat eine gute Taktile Rückmeldung auch die Beleuchtung ist schön und sehr Praktisch, Die Geschwindigkeit beim Booten könnte etwas schneller sein, was eventuell der coreboot Firmware geschuldet. Ich bräuchte diese nicht, weiß auch nichts damit anzufangen. Das Laptop gibt es aber nur so. Die Lautstärke ist sehr gut, die meiste Zeit hört man nichts. Nur bei sehr Rechen intensiven Programmen wird’s mal ein bisschen Lauter. Ich habe Dualboot mit Linux und Windows 11 bestellt.
    Läuft so weit sehr gut, nur bei Linux funktioniert der Tor Browser nicht, bei Win habe ich eine Treiber Fehler Meldung. Gesamt Urteil TOP!

  2. English

    Richard (verified owner)

    Linuxien depuis la version 6.0 de RedHat où il n’y avait que l’option « texte » pour installer Linux, ma précédente expérience avec les structures adaptables Clevo remonte à environ 8 ans. Le matériel était correct mais le service après (et avant) vente n’était pas du tout de la même veine. Je cherchais depuis ce temps-là un PC portable de 17 pouces sans OS. Etant donné que je suis un peu de la partie, je voulais me réserver le droit de pouvoir intervenir sur les composants afin de les remplacer si besoin. Je suis tombé par hasard sur NovaCustom en surfant et je dois dire ici que Wessel et son équipe sont très réactifs. Après un contact sur WhatsApp des plus concluant, Wessel m’a très bien orienté (sur un matériel moins onéreux) ce qui m’a permis de commander mon portable rapidement. Après une semaine de tests approfondis, il s’avère que je suis très content de mon choix qui est un NS70 avec l’option Coreboot et le raccourci de refroidissement en cas de gros calculs du processeur (antivirus Clamtk sous Linux par exemple).
    Au XXIème siècle, il est rare de trouver un vrai commerçant soucieux du client et de ses desiderata qui propose les options essentielles pour constituer une bonne configuration informatique. Le colis transporté par UPS et très correctement emballé est arrivé plus tôt que prévu.
    Je recommande vivement cette société pour sa compétence et son professionnalisme.

  3. Dutch

    Kees

    Een hele mooie laptop die ook nog eens supersnel is. De laptop ook nog eens compact is. Ik heb nog wel even nagemeten of het scherm echt wel 17,3 inch is omdat de laptop(behuizing) echt veel kleiner is dan een andere Clevo laptop die ik in mijn bezit heb.
    Bij het openen van de laptop heft de deksel de laptop iets op waardoor de laptop ook op het deksel steunt. Dat is even wennen.
    De gevraagde software (Linux Mint 21) was geïnstalleerd en werkend.

    NovaCustom heeft de laptop binnen enkele dagen geleverd.
    De laptop is netjes verpakt in mooi passende dozen en zonder overbodig verpakkingsmateriaal.

  4. German

    Michael Metz-Heimburg (verified owner)

    Erstklassige Beratung und Hilfe von Herrn Wessel. Superschnelle Lieferung. Ich bin von Novacustom begeistert. Sehr guter Service!!

  5. English

    Giuseppe Mureddu (verified owner)

    Ottimo portatile. Veloce, sicuro con il bios Coreboot. Ottime prestazioni sia a livello di velocità di storage, che di rete.
    Pienamente soddisfatto

  6. Dutch

    R.E. Monsch

    Ik ben erg over deze laptop te spreken, om ‘t kort te houden. Ik had ‘t via familie moeten laten bestellen, omdat de ondersteuning voor de oude was gestopt. Ik had nog net genoeg tijd gehad om online op verkenning te gaan, voordat ‘t niet meer kon. Zo vond ik uw adres. Toen de laptop er was, zat alles erop en eraan zoals verwacht. Ook de gevraagde software (Linux Mint). Daarom ben ik ook over de service te spreken. Voorlopig heb ik geen behoefte aan nieuwsbrieven of iets dergelijks, maar mocht ik later weer behoefte hebben aan vervangende apparatuur, dan hoop ik dat ik tegen die tijd weer contact te zoeken met u hierover. Bij deze!

  7. French

    micmarluc (verified owner)

    Série Ordinateur NS70 17,3 pouces coreboot – processeur 11th Gen Intel® Core™ i5-1135G7 @ 2.40GHz × 8 – acheté en mai 2022
    > Qualités
    Cet ordinateur a beaucoup de qualités : très compact pour un 17,3 pouces et pas très lourd donc facile à transporter, vraiment solide (aucune dégradation après bientôt 2 ans d’usage intense et de déplacements fréquents), très bel écran, clavier extrêmement agréable pour taper du texte, batterie longue durée, accès facile pour ajouter ou changer un SSD ou une barrette mémoire, très silencieux et chauffe peu, belle connectique, avec les 3 ports USB 3 bien séparés, etc.
    Le chargement de cet ordinateur par le port USB est un vrai plus surtout en déplacement !
    La mise à jour récente du firmware (1.5.2) permet à présent que les réglages des couleurs et de l’intensité du rétroéclairage soient mémorisés à l’extinction du PC, de même que la fonction Fn+Verr.Maj (qui permet l’activation directe des touches volume, luminosité, veille, etc.).
    Le pavé tactile ne pose plus de problèmes (sauf que, exceptionnellement, après une longue utilisation > 1h, le pointeur peut se mettre à faire n’importe quoi, peut-être un problème d’électricité statique ? problème pas encore apparu avec la dernière version du firmware).
    J’ai installé plusieurs OS Linux en multiboot et même Windows 11 pour tester… Tous les démarrages sont vraiment rapides.
    > Défauts
    Le seul vrai problème est que, uniquement sous Windows, le port USB-C/Thunderbolt ne fonctionne pas ou plus exactement, quand un disque externe est branché dessus, Windows freeze complètement – par contre, la recharge de la batterie par ce port fonctionne. Pas bien gênant quand on utilise Linux à 99% comme moi !
    Autres inconvénients mineurs : je trouve que la surface du pavé tactile est beaucoup trop grande pour un usage bureautique et même pour naviguer sur internet.
    D’autre part, les témoins lumineux de charge et de veille sont mal placés, il faut se pencher pour les voir, ainsi que le bouton Marche/Arrêt qu’on enfonce bien trop souvent par mégarde dès qu’on veut déplacer le portable. Il manque aussi (comme souvent) des témoins de verrouillage des majuscules et du pavé numérique.
    Enfin, il est dommage qu’on ne puisse pas couper automatiquement la charge de la batterie (par exemple à 80%), pour améliorer sa durée de vie.
    Mais globalement, c’est un excellent portable, le matériel est parfaitement reconnu sous Linux (testé sous les plus récentes versions de Debian, Ubuntu, Mint, Manjaro).

    EDIT APRÈS RÉPONSE : Avant de poster mon commentaire, j’avais bien fait la mise à jour du firmware 1.4.0 => 1.5.2, et j’avais vérifié que le problème du port USB-C/Thunderbolt sous Windows n’était malheureusement toujours pas résolu. Pour les témoins lumineux de verrouillage, oui, j’ai fait comme vous dites, les environnements de bureau proposent souvent des icônes à placer dans les barres des tâches. Par contre je n’avais pas vu qu’on pouvait à présent régler le pourcentage pour démarrer et stopper la charge de la batterie…
    Je suis désolé pour cette erreur, et j’aimerais pouvoir modifier mon commentaire, puisque maintenant ce n’est plus un “défaut” mais une “qualité”, et importante pour moi !
    Et du coup, je mettrais 5 étoiles !

    • French

      Wessel klein Snakenborg (Director of NovaCustom) (verified owner)

      Bonjour,

      Merci beaucoup pour votre évaluation !

      > [ … ], Windows freeze complètement

      – Il est probable que ce problème sera résolu après une mise à jour du firmware : https://docs.dasharo.com/unified/novacustom/firmware-update/#updating-older-versions . Avez-vous la dernière version ?

      > Il manque aussi (comme souvent) des témoins de verrouillage des majuscules et du pavé numérique

      – C’est vrai, je suggère une solution de logiciel comme solution alternative.

      > Enfin, il est dommage qu’on ne puisse pas couper automatiquement la charge de la batterie (par exemple à 80%), pour améliorer sa durée de vie.

      – C’est possible dans les paramètres UEFI à partir de la version v1.5.0* de Dasharo. La version actuelle (18 janvier 2024) pour votre ordinateur portable est v1.5.2.

      * 11th Gen: v1.5.0, 12th Gen: v1.7.0.

      Cordialement,

      Wessel – NovaCustom

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