Advantech Releases i7-based Embedded Platforms

Advantech has launched a new series of embedded boards based on the new 2nd Generation Intel Core i7 processor, featuring intelligent performance, power efficiency, and integrated Intel HD graphics with DX10.1 support. Advantech's i7-based platforms range from Computer On Modules, Industrial Motherboards, Slot Single Boards to Embedded Systems. These high-end platforms provide targeted performance for multi-tasking and high-quality digital media solutions, serving a wide range of applications including telecom, factory automation, military, medical and gaming.

Utilizing the second-generation Intel Core i7 processor and Intel Q67 chipset, Advantech's latest series of embedded platforms come in various form factors, such as Industrial Motherboards, PICMG 1.3 SHB, and ATX-based server-grade motherboards. Advantech’s MicroATX motherboard—AIMB-581 (244x244mm), ATX motherboard—AIMB-781 (304.8x244mm), and the PICMG 1.3 SBC—PCE-5126 (338.58x126.39mm) feature intelligent performance, power efficiency, and integrated Intel HD graphics, DX10.1 and OpenGL 3.0. All of these products provide superb all-round performance, expandability, and versatility for media-demanding applications. ASMB-220 is a sub-entry UP industrial server board targeting industrial control, automation equipment and surveillance DVR applications. The range is highly impressive in its specialist layout design that enables good ventilation to match Advantech’s comprehensive chassis with multiple expansion cards including full length card support.


Advantech's COM-Express basic module—SOM-5890 (95x125mm)—based on the i7 and Intel QM67 Express chipset, is compliant with the newly released PICMG COM.0 R2.0 type 6 specification. SOM-5890 supports memory with ECC/non-ECC versions, up to SATA 6Gb/s, PCI Express x16 Gen2, and integrated HDMI/DVI/Displayport display interfaces. The system is suitable for high processing, graphic intensive demands, and multi-display applications. Advantech will also be introducing a new industrial motherboard called AIMB-272, capable of SATA RAID 0, 1, 5 and 10 to ensure reliable storage and system protection for network-intensive applications.

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