Advantech introduces its first ultra low power industrial mini-ITX
motherboard featuring the latest Intel® Atom™ N2600, N2800 and D2700 dual core processors
with integrated graphics (GMA 640/400MHz) and Memory Controller Hub (GMCH) on a
single chip. These processors will breathe life into new kinds of products as
they have the same performance and functionality as bigger desktop computer
systems, but are integrated into the small Mini-ITX form factor targeted at
compact applications. AIMB-214 comes with rich I/O connectivity with up to six
USB 2.0 ports and six COM ports integrated into a standard 170 x 170 mm form
factor. These boards also support dual display output for LVDS, embedded
display port and VGA.
AIMB-214 is powered by the newest ultra low power Intel® Atom™
processors which are built on 32nm process technology. The thermal design power
rating of the Intel N2600 dual core architecture is only 3.5W, while with the
dual core 1.8GHz processor is only 8W, enabling future power reductions,
smaller systems and performance improvements. All these features are packed
into a space-saving, power-efficient, and cost-effective Mini-ITX form factor. AIMB-214
utilizes the Intel NM10 chipset, provides both DC12V & ATX12V support, offering
a lower total cost of ownership. AIMB-214 can support system memory up to
either 2 GB or 4 GB of DDR3 1066 SDRAM, depending on the processor.
The AIMB-214 comes with plenty of connectivity and expansion
options. CompactFlash, PCI bus, six COM ports, six USB ports, 8-bit GPIO, two
SATA III, optional TPM security feature, mini SATA and Mini-PCIe expansion
slots enable easy integration, while a dual Intel chipset, 10/100/1000 Mbps
Ethernet port is also available to deliver high speed networking.
With integrated, embedded Intel Gen3.5+ graphics core and
400/640-MHz render clock frequencies for the N2600/N2800/D2700, AIMB-214 offers
exciting integrated 3D graphics and video capabilities with up to 224 MB of
shared graphics memory. AIMB-214 supports dual display with multiple configurations
such as VGA + LVDS or VGA + eDP, and LVDS 24-bit dual channel for large size
panels. Video output is complemented by HDMI audio for a complete audio and visual
solution.
AIMB-214 supported operating systems include Windows 7, Windows
7 Embedded, and Meego Linux-based open source mobile operating system—hardware
drivers for all these are readily available. Advantech further provides drivers
and APIs for: GPIO, SMBus, watchdog timer, hardware monitor, panel backlight
on/off, and brightness control. AIMB-214 is a mainstream form factor, combined
with the latest ultra low power Intel® Atom™ processor it produces a balanced
combination of cost, connectivity, size, and thermal performance; and makes the
AIMB-214 motherboard the ideal foundation for gaming, education, POS, and kiosk
applications.
Advantech
www.advantech.com