Industry leader AAEON has expanded its RISC computing product portfolio with the release of the SRG-IMX8PL and PICO-IMX8PL, a Mini PC and 2.5" PICO-ITX board, respectively. Both products are powered by the NXP i.MX 8M Plus platform, featuring a quad-core Arm Cortex -A53 processor with a Neural Processing Unit (NPU) operating at up to 2.3 TOPS.

Built to provide cost-efficient IoT Gateway solutions in rugged environments, the SRG-IMX8PL and PICO-IMX8PL both offer wide temperature ranges of -40°C to 80°C with the use of a fanless heatsink, a 9 V to 36 V power input range. The SRG-IMX8PL Mini PC also features enhanced shock, drop, and vibration resistance. Dual LAN ports with IEEE 1588 and TSN capabilities, alongside Wi-Fi and 4G module support via M.2 2230 E-Key and full-size mini card, provide each device with broad connectivity options for industrial IoT use. Additionally, both the PICO-IMX8PL and SRG-IMX8PL support a wide range of operating systems, including Debian 11, Android 13, Windows 10 IoT, and Yocto, as well as data communication protocols such as Modbus, MQTT, and OPC Unified Architecture (OPC UA).

Premier embedded computing provider AAEON (Stock Code: 6579), has announced the release of the PICO-MTU4, the smallest single-board computer to host the new Intel Core Ultra Processor platform. On the ultra-small 100 mm x 72 mm PICO-ITX form factor, the PICO-MTU4 leverages the disaggregated die design, hybrid CPU core architecture, and integrated VPU of the Intel Core Ultra series for a multi-thread performance increase of up to 24%, with a 50% reduction in SoC power consumption.
The board is available in SKUs featuring both Intel Core Ultra 7 and 5 Processors, all with a TDP of 15 W, maxing out at a total of 12 cores (2 P-cores, 8 E-cores, and a further 2 Low Power E-cores) and 14 threads of processing power.

Equipped with LPDDR5x, two LAN ports (2.5GbE and 1GbE), two USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports, and a variety of serial interfaces for industrial protocols like dual COM for RS-232/422/485, a 4-bit GPIO, and SMBus, AAEON have indicated the board will target the advanced industrial robotics market, with SCADA, MES, and system monitoring devices singled out as particularly suitable uses.

AAEON, a leading provider of compact embedded solutions, has announced two new additions to its RISC computing line: the PICO-AM62, a single board built on the PICO-ITX form factor, and the SRG-AM62, its RISC Gateway system counterpart. Both the PICO-AM62 and SRG-AM62 represent a new approach from AAEON's RISC Computing Division, powered by Texas Instruments AM62x Sitara Processors. These processors consist of a quad-core Arm Cortex -A53 CPU, single-core Arm Cortex -M4F MCU, and integrated GPU support.

The new product line stands out for its cost-efficiency and reliability. Both the PICO-AM62 single-board and the compact SRG-AM62 Gateway System are available in SKUs with a wide temperature tolerance of -40°C to 85°C and a power input range of 9 V to 36 V. The products are based on Texas Instruments processors, which are highly scalable and have a 20-year lifespan. This influenced AAEON's vendor choice and should attract customers looking for cost-effective, durable IoT solutions. The environmental ruggedness of both the PICO-AM62 and SRG-AM62 makes them well-suited for deployment in challenging environments, such as in-vehicle digital clusters or industrial applications.

Leading provider of advanced AI solutions AAEON (Stock Code: 6579), has released the inaugural offering of its AI Inference Server product line, the MAXER-2100. The MAXER-2100 is a 2U Rackmount AI inference server powered by the Intel Core i9-13900 Processor, designed to meet high-performance computing needs.
The MAXER-2100 is also able to support both 12th and 13th Generation Intel Core LGA 1700 socket-type CPUs, up to 125 W, and features an integrated NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER GPU. While the product's default comes with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4080 SUPER, it is also compatible with and an NVIDIA-Certified Edge System for both the NVIDIA L4 Tensor Core and NVIDIA RTX 6000 Ada GPUs.

Given the MAXER-2100 is equipped with both a high-performance CPU and industry-leading GPU, a key feature highlighted by AAEON upon the product's launch is its capacity to execute complex AI algorithms and datasets, process multiple high-definition video streams simultaneously, and utilize machine learning to refine large language models (LLMs) and inferencing models.

AAEON, an industry-leading provider of embedded solutions, has announced the latest addition to its line of PICO-ITX boards: the PICO-RAP4. Equipped to host CPUs from the latest 13th Generation Intel Core processor platform, the PICO-RAP4 is armed with a variety of features catering to advanced computing applications such as service robots and healthcare imaging devices.

With a CPU support list ranging from Intel Processor U300E all the way to the 6 P-core, 8 E-core, 20-thread Intel Core i7 1370PE, the PICO-RAP4 offers a hybrid CPU architecture for efficient, high-speed processing for the demanding tasks associated with its target uses. The board also provides faster data transfer rates and improved bandwidth in a more flexible configuration through 32 GB of SODIMM-based DDR5 (up to 5200 MT/s).

AAEON, a leading provider of Computer-on-Modules, has today announced the NanoCOM-RAP, a COM Express Type 10 CPU Module powered by 13th Generation Intel Core processors. Available in SKUs ranging from the Intel Processor U300E to the Intel Core i7-1365UE CPU, the NanoCOM-RAP offers up to 10 cores, 12 threads, and high maximum turbo frequency across both its performance and efficient cores.

It is clear from the combination of high CPU performance and relatively low power consumption of its processor selection that the NanoCOM-RAP is catered towards customers that require a small, flexible, and scalable solution. This is particularly apparent in AAEON's investment into the module's memory and storage, where it has upgraded on the LPDDR4 offered by the NanoCOM-RAP's predecessor by equipping the board with 16 GB of LPDDR5. As a default, the NanoCOM-RAP offers two SATA drives, while additional expansion in this area can be found via four PCIe slots. 128 GB of onboard NVMe is also available on an optional basis.
Integrated Intel UHD Graphics support dual display outputs via both DDI and eDP outputs with resolutions of up to 3840 x 2160 at 60 Hz. This configuration, along with the module's high definition audio interface lends the NanoCOM-RAP to use in the AI vision space.

AAEON, a leading designer and manufacturer of AI Edge solutions, has today confirmed that its Fanless Embedded AI System, the BOXER-8640AI, will support the newly released NVIDIA Jetpack 6.0 software development kit.

The NVIDIA Jetpack 6.0 SDK is equipped with a range of new features conducive to accelerating AI application development, such as Jetson Platform Services, a modular, API-driven suite of pre-built and cloud-native software services.

Following the success of the de next form factor, which included the world's smallest single board computers to host Intel Core and AMD Ryzen V2000 Series processors, AAEON has announced de next brand's first edge system, the de next-TGU8-EZBOX. Mirroring its record-breaking SBC counterparts, the de next-TGU8-EZBOX is the world's smallest edge PC with an embedded Intel Core processor, measuring just 95.5 mm x 69.5 mm x 42.5 mm with a heatsink, and 95.5 mm x 69.5 mm x 45.4 mm with an active cooler. The system is suitable for edge computing and IoT gateway solutions, especially in scenarios with there is limited space. Furthermore, the benefits that come with fanless heat dissipation, such as low noise and protection against dust, will appeal to customers in both the digital signage and industrial markets.

The system retains many of the I/O features of its board counterparts, including multiple high-speed interfaces for industrial-grade performance. Two LAN ports, operating at both 2.5GbE and GbE speeds, are conveniently grouped together with two USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports and one HDMI 1.4b port for easy interface access during operation.

AAEON, a leading provider of Computer-on-Modules, has today announced the launch of two new COM Express Type 6 Compact Size solutions, the COM-RAPC6 and COM-ADNC6. Targeting the advanced robotics and edge gateway markets, the COM-RAPC6 is compatible with a variety of embedded CPUs from the 13th Generation Intel Core Processor line on a compact 95 mm x 95 mm form factor. The module gives customers a range of SKUs from the 13th Generation series, from the efficient 15 W Intel Processor U300E to 13th Generation Intel Core i7 Processors, running at 45 W. This grants users up to 14 (6P/8E) cores and 20 threads of processing power alongside technologies for the acceleration of deep learning inference workloads and I/O device virtualization.

With the COM-RAPC6 clearly favoring high performance, AAEON's second addition to its COM Express Type 6 product line, the COM-ADNC6, focuses on efficiency. The COM-ADNC6 offers a selection of embedded CPUs from the Intel Atom X Series, Intel Processor N-series, and the Intel Core i3-N305 alongside 16 GB of SODIMM-based LPDDR5 system memory. Given its compatible CPUs are comparable to the Intel Atom Processor E and Intel Celeron Processor J Series CPUs in power consumption, but with far greater performance, the COM-ADNC6 is positioned as a natural successor to the COM-BT.

Leading provider of embedded PC solutions, AAEON, is delighted to announce the official launch of two new additions to its rich line of embedded AI systems, the BOXER-8653AI and BOXER-8623AI, which are powered by the NVIDIA Jetson Orin NX and Jetson Orin Nano, respectively. Measuring just 180 mm x 136 mm x 75 mm, both systems are compact and easily wall-mounted for discreet deployment, which AAEON indicate make them ideal for use in both indoor and outdoor settings such as factories and parking lots. Adding to this is the systems' environmental resilience, with the BOXER-8653AI sporting a wide -15°C to 60°C temperature tolerance and the BOXER-8623AI able to operate between -15°C and 65°C, with both supporting a 12 V ~ 24 V power input range via a 2-pin terminal block.

The BOXER-8653AI benefits from the NVIDIA Jetson Orin NX module, offering up to 70 TOPS of AI inference performance for applications that require extremely fast analysis of vast quantities of data. Meanwhile, the BOXER-8623AI utilizes the more efficient, yet still powerful NVIDIA Jetson Orin Nano module, capable of up to 40 TOPS. Both systems consequently make use of the 1024-core NVIDIA Ampere architecture GPU with 32 Tensor Cores.

AAEON's UP brand, renowned for producing sophisticated developer boards with industrial-grade specifications, has announced the release of the UP Xtreme 7100, an all-in-one robotics solution available as both a single-board and Mini PC. Both the UP Xtreme 7100 and its system-level counterpart, the UP Xtreme 7100 Edge, are available in SKUs powered by Intel Core i3-N305 or Intel Processor N97 CPUs, chosen due to their balance of low power consumption and high performance. The platform consequently provides the sensor data processing, integrated graphics, and resources required for path planning and control algorithms needed to bring AGV, AGV + AI, and AMR solutions to market.

Consistent with previous product lines from AAEON's UP Division, the UP Xtreme 7100 and UP Xtreme 7100 Edge are built on compact form factors in order to address space restraints. Consequently, the UP Xtreme 7100 board-level solution measures just 120.35 mm x 122.5 mm, while the edge system version comes in at 152 mm x 124 mm x 40 mm. Targeting areas in robotics such as AGV and AMR, the UP Xtreme 7100 and UP Xtreme 7100 Edge are equipped with a number of terminal blocks for serial communication, along with a 30-pin board-to-board connector that offers digital I/O, GPIO, and isolated RS-232/422/485 function. Further, CAN 2.0B, a DIP switch, and LED indicators are onboard to make the solution conducive to establishing communication with other devices on the CANBus network.

AAEON, an industry-leading provider of embedded solutions, has announced the latest addition to its 3.5" SubCompact Board product line, the GENE-EHL7. Available in models featuring Intel Atom x6000E series, Pentium, and Celeron N and J series Processors, the GENE-EHL7 is designed to offer a power-efficient platform with which to bring smart retail, smart city, industrial automation solutions to market in a compact, easily deployed board.

Offering a low-cost lifecycle via its efficient processor selection, the board is available with Intel Atom x6413E, Intel Celeron Processor J6412, or Intel Celeron Processor N6210 embedded CPUs, which grant users low-cost, yet highly efficient processing suitable to a variety of vertical market deployments. Providing three configurable simultaneous displays via HDMI, DP, LDVS, and eDP, AAEON have placed emphasis on the board's potential for deployment in point-of-sale (POS) and kiosk equipment, where its compact form factor and flexible display interfaces can be used to develop applications that are friendly to end-users. Adding further value to the board's use for such purposes is its optional TPM 2.0, which enhances security, critical for protecting data while in transit.

AAEON, a global leader in embedded computing, has introduced the GENE-ADN6, a 3.5" SubCompact Board powered by Intel Atom x7000E Series, Intel Processor N Series, and Intel Core i3-N305 Processors. The GENE-ADN6 is available in SKUs featuring a variety of CPUs from the platform, ranging from the efficient 6 W Intel Processor N50 to the more powerful 15 W Intel Core i3-N305, along with a plethora of features tailored for the machine vision, drone, and AMR markets.

Designed to thrive in harsh industrial environments, the GENE-ADN6 operates reliably within a wide temperature range of -40°F to 185°F (-40°C to 85°C) and accepts power inputs from 9 V to 36 V. Additionally, the board can accommodate multiple expansion modules via M.2 2230 E-Key and M.2 3052 B-Key slots, while offering additional storage options, including a full-size mSATA slot and a SATA HDD bay.

AAEON's UP brand, renowned for its extensive selection of developer boards and compact Mini PCs, is thrilled to announce the launch of the UP Squared i12 Edge. This Mini PC, the smallest in AAEON's lineup to host 12th Generation Intel Core Processors, measures just 130 mm x 94 mm x 68 mm. It has been designed as a compact and easily deployable system specifically tailored for industrial automation applications, such as AGV and IoT Gateway. The UP Squared i12 Edge offers a wide range of peripheral device interfaces tailored to its target industries. These include two USB Type-A ports and one USB Type-C port, supporting USB 3.2 Gen 2. Additionally, it features dual-stacked RJ-45 ports for Realtek RTL8111H-CG gigabit ethernet connectivity.

One of the standout features of the UP Squared i12 Edge is its support for CNVi via its M.2 2230 E-Key interface, making it an ideal choice for wireless data exchange with retrofitted factory equipment in the manufacturing sector. Furthermore, it offers support for AI modules through an M.2 2280 M-Key slot, enhancing the capabilities of its robust CPU lineup, which includes up to i7 SKUs from the 12th Generation Intel Core platform. Consequently, the UP Squared i12 Edge is an excellent candidate for AGV applications. Additionally, there is an option to add an M.2 2230 E-Key for Wi-Fi connectivity, which, when paired with the system's onboard TPM 2.0, caters to users interested in using the product as an IoT Gateway.

Industry-leading designer and manufacturer of edge AI solutions, AAEON, has released the BOXER-8651AI, a compact fanless embedded AI System powered by the NVIDIA Jetson Orin NX module. Consequently, the BOXER-8651AI takes advantage of the module's NVIDIA Ampere architecture GPU, featuring 1024 CUDA and 32 Tensor Cores, along with support for NVIDIA JetPack 5.0 and above to provide users with accelerated graphics, data processing, and image classification.

With a fanless chassis measuring just 105 mm x 90 mm x 52 mm, the BOXER-8651AI is an extremely small solution that houses a dense range of interfaces, including DB-9 and DB-15 ports for RS-232 (Rx/Tx/CTS/RTS)/RS-485, CANBus, and DIO functions. Additionally, the device provides HDMI 2.1 display output, GbE LAN, and a variety of USB Type-A ports, supporting both USB 3.2 Gen 2 and USB 2.0 functionality.

The BOXER-8651AI, despite containing such powerful AI performance for its size, is built to operate in rugged conditions, boasting a -5°F to 131°F (-15°C to 55°C) temperature range alongside anti-shock and vibration resistance features. Consequently, the PC is ideally suited for wall mounted deployment across a range of environments.

AAEON, a global leader in edge AI computing, has unveiled the BOXER-8621AI, its inaugural fanless embedded AI System powered by the NVIDIA Jetson Orin Nano module. Geared towards applications such as AMR, fleet management, and traffic control solutions, the BOXER-8621AI seamlessly combines the NVIDIA Jetson Orin Nano's impressive 20 TOPS of AI performance and NVIDIA Jetpack 5.0 SDK support with robust hardware, ensuring extended durability and longevity even in challenging environments. To bolster its resilience, the system boasts an operating temperature range of -15°C to 60°C, complemented by enhanced shock and vibration resistance.

The BOXER-8621AI is equipped with an array of interfaces tailored to its designated deployment domains. These include DB-9 and DB-15 ports for RS-232/422/485, CANBus, and GPIO, all backed by high-bandwidth LPDDR5 system memory. The system also incorporates four USB Type-A ports (two offering USB 3.2 Gen 2, and two offering USB 2.0), an RJ-45 port for gigabit LAN, and an HDMI 1.4 port for display output. In terms of expansion capabilities, the system features an M.2 3042/3052 B-Key slot to accommodate 4G, 5G, as well as M.2 2242 B and M-Key storage modules. Additionally, it contains an M.2 2230 E-Key slot, granting Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and additional storage as needed.

AAEON, a global leader in embedded computing, has introduced the EPIC-ADN9, featuring the newest iteration of Intel technology on its 4.53" x 6.50" (115mm x 165mm) EPIC series of single-board computers. Offering a range of embedded CPUs, including the Intel Core i3-N305, Intel Atom x7425E, Intel Processor N50, and Intel Processor N97, the EPIC-ADN9 strikes a balance between efficiency and performance. This selection of processors also provides support for Intel UHD Graphics, enhancing the improved display interface configuration integrated by AAEON into the board. This configuration includes HDMI 1.4, DP 1.2, VGA, and 24/48-bit Dual-Channel LVDS.

Complementing the EPIC-ADN9's display capabilities are up to four RJ-45 ports for Intel I226-V Ethernet running at 2.5 GbE, depending on the model. AAEON designed the board to be passively cooled, while also incorporating multiple options for image acquisition and high-resolution display. This design approach aligns with AAEON's focus on applications such as entry-level gateway devices and digital signage.

Leading provider of embedded PC solutions, AAEON, is delighted to announce the official launch of the BOXER-6406-ADN, a compact and fanless embedded computer built upon the Intel Atom Processor X Series/Intel Processor N-series Processor platform.

Designed to cater to the demands of smart factory applications, the BOXER-6406-ADN boasts a range of features that establish it as a remarkably robust choice for industrial projects. Notably, the system boasts an impressive operational temperature range spanning from -20°C to 60°C. Furthermore, it supports a wide voltage input range of 9 V to 36 V, inclusive of over/under-voltage current protection as well as short-circuit protection. To enhance its durability, the system is equipped with IEC 68-2-27 anti-shock tolerance and advanced anti-vibration capabilities. Lockable I/O connectors have also been incorporated to safeguard against wear and tear.

With dimensions measuring just 186 mm x 104.6 mm x 49.1 mm, the BOXER-6406-ADN's compact chassis can be easily wall-mounted for convenient deployment. The system relies solely on passive cooling mechanisms, foregoing fan-assisted cooling systems to prevent the accumulation of contaminants when deployed in smart factory settings.

AAEON, a leading producer of industrial motherboards, has released the MIX-ALND1, a versatile Mini-ITX board that supports Intel Processor N-series CPUs. Powered by either the Intel Processor N97 or the Intel Processor N50, the MIX-ALND1 offers users flexible DDR5-4800 system memory via the SODIMM slot. This provides high-bandwidth data transmission for the board's dual Realtek RTL8111H-CG Ethernet, dual USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports, and numerous internal pin headers providing functions such as RS-232/422/485, Digital I/O, and HD audio.

As with all platforms based on the new Intel Processor N-series, the MIX-ALND1 is equipped with Intel UHD Graphics. AAEON's board design takes advantage of this package with an intricate configuration of display options, which consist of HDMI 2.0 and DP 1.4 for resolutions of up to 4K @60 Hz, along with an 18/24-bit dual-channel LVDS connector (colay with eDP), resulting in the capacity to support three simultaneous displays.

AAEON's UP brand, renowned for producing sophisticated developer boards with industrial-grade specifications, has announced the release of the UP 7000, the third generation of boards built on the 85 mm x 56 mm form factor of the original UP Board. The UP 7000 boasts numerous upgrades compared to its predecessors, including 8 GB of LPDDR5 system memory, onboard TPM 2.0, and support for both Windows and Linux OS. Most notably, it stands out as the world's smallest board featuring onboard CPUs from the Intel Processor N-series platform.

The board is available in various SKUs, hosting Intel Processor N97, Intel Processor N100, or Intel Processor N50 CPUs. Notably, these processors offer clock speeds up to 50% faster than those of previous boards from the same product line, and also support Intel AVX2 for energy-efficient AI acceleration. Equipped with three USB Type-A ports for USB 3.2 Gen 2, one GbE LAN port supporting Realtek RTL8111H CG, and a Raspberry Pi-compatible 40-pin HAT for expansion, the UP 7000 provides a dense port configuration. This makes it ideal for applications requiring low latency but versatile connectivity, such as AMR and multifunction printing device solutions.

AAEON, a leading producer of single-board computers, has released the latest offering from its line of compact boards on the PICO-ITX form factor, the PICO-EHL1. Equipped with Intel Atom x6000E Series, and Intel Pentium and Celeron N and J Series Processors, the PICO-EHL1 is a lightweight, power-efficient board which the company has earmarked for low-cost applications that require flexible function, such as digital signage, smart lockers, and ATMs.

The PICO-EHL1's display interface is particularly suitable to the aforementioned markets, with dual-channel LVDS and eDP via colay design being joined by full audio functionality thanks to its line-in, line-out, and microphone connectors. Supporting both Windows and Linux operating systems, the board has discrete TPM 2.0 compatibility for data security, making it suitable for deployment in ATMs.

AAEON's UP brand, known for its sophisticated developer board range, have announced the release of the UP Squared i12, the smallest developer board with 12th Generation Intel Core /Celeron Processor 7000 Series Processors. The 85.6 mm x 90 mm form factor is the latest to move into its third generation, and much like recent releases from the brand's UP Xtreme and UP Squared Pro collections, the UP Squared i12 displays a number of distinct upgrades on its predecessor.

With 12th Generation Intel Core processors and onboard LPDDR5 on such a tiny board, the UP Squared i12 targets a number of key markets with its potential to be deployed as a low-cost, space-efficient, and high-performance foundation for developers to work with. AAEON believe the greater bandwidth speed offered by the board's LPDDR5 will be beneficial to projects in the smart retail space, being particularly suited to applications such as frictionless shopping and intelligent vending machines.

AAEON has today announced the release of the MAX-Q670A, its first Micro-ATX industrial motherboard to incorporate the new 13th Generation Intel Core Processor platform (formerly Raptor Lake). The MAX-Q670A supports a diverse range of CPUs from both the 12th and 13th Generation Intel Core Processor ranges, from 35 W i3 to 65 W i9 SKUs, with the most advanced of these offering 8 P-cores, 16 E-cores, and 32 threads. Advanced technologies available on this platform include Intel TCC for real-time computing, Intel vPro Enterprise for robust security and stability, and Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 for targeted workload management.

In designing the MAX-Q670A, AAEON focused heavily on providing substantial upgrades in storage, hardware-based security features, and increased speed and bandwidth via both onboard interfaces and expansion modules. Equipped with two 16-lane PCIe Gen 5 slots, the MAX-Q670A can accommodate multiple expansion modules such as graphic cards, with a further option of installing two 8-lane cards per slot while still benefiting from PCIe Gen 5 speed. Consequently, the board provides users with a far more sophisticated and diverse range of options when compared to the PCIe Gen 3 performance offered by earlier products from its Micro-ATX line.

The value of the SD-WAN solutions market is projected to hit $13.7 billion worldwide by 2026, with more and more organizations making data security a priority. As one of the leading manufacturers of advanced network computing and security hardware platforms, AAEON seeks to make a big contribution in the attempt to achieve this market growth, with greater focus on providing versatile and cost-effective networking solutions to the US market.

To do this, AAEON has strengthened ties with Adaptiv Networks, a leading cloud-native SD-WAN-as-a-Service vendor with whom AAEON have had a strong partnership with for a number of years. In collaboration with Adaptiv, AAEON will help enterprises to simplify their network infrastructure, increase network performance, and improve security.

Converting the ingenuity of the UP Squared Pro 7000 board to its edge system range, AAEON's UP Squared Pro 7000 Edge is the first mini PC to harness the power of Intel Core i3 Processor N-series, Atom Processor X Series, and Intel Processor N-series processors in a fanless chassis.

The first fanless mini PC to utilize the processor platforms, the UP Squared Pro 7000 Edge provides developers with the same performance boost as its board counterpart, but with a more convenient route to market. The device's heatsink offers effective heat dissipation without the obvious drawbacks of a fan-based cooling system, opening the door to deployment in more settings, such as smart manufacturing and healthcare.