# Hardware installation

## Guide for Mago Fanless IoT Mini PC - MRE Certified device (MH-CORE-IOT)

### Setup steps

1. **Unbox** your Mago Essential IoT device
2. **Connect** all the cables properly, based on your [deployment option](/mago-essential/setup-guide/deployment-options.md)
3. **Connect** the device via Ethernet cable (or skip if you are using WiFi for the internet connection)

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**Ethernet** connection is strongly recommended for a better experience
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4. **Connect** a keyboard and mouse (required only for Mago Essential v6.x or earlier for [Manual Activation and First Configuration (up to version 6.x)](/mago-essential/setup-guide/activation-and-first-configuration/manual-activation-and-first-configuration-up-to-version-6.x.md))
5. **Install** the device on the wall using the special brackets contained in the package, or place it behind the display or on the table


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