Embedded motherboards

27 June 2012 Computer/Embedded Technology

Avalue has rolled out three new embedded boards - ECM-QM77, EPI-QM77 and ESM-QM77 – featuring third-generation Intel Core processors and the Mobile Intel QM77 Express chipset. Compared to the previous generation Intel Core processor family, the new platform delivers up to 15% more CPU performance, up to 50% better 3D graphics performance and up to 1,8x HD to HD transcode speed.

All three boards support one 204-pin DDR3 SODIMM system memory module up to 8 GB DDR3 1333/1600 SDRAM capacity, as well as dual-channel 18/24-bit LVDS and triple display configurations.

The 3,5” ECM-QM77 features 2 SATA III, 2 COM, 4 USB 3.0, 2 USB 2.0 and 8-bit DIO, enabling a variety of embedded applications. One audio jack supports Realtek ALC892, 7.1-CH audio. One Intel 82574L GbE controller, one Intel 82579 GbE PHY and one mini PCIe expansion slot are included. TPM1.2 and Intel Active Management Technology 8.0 are also supported.

The EPIC module board, EPI-QM77, has 2 SATA III, 2 COM, 4 USB 3.0, 2 USB 2.0 and 8-bit DIO. It also supports Realtek ALC892, 7.1-CH audio. One Intel 82574L GbE controller, one Intel 82579 GbE PHY and one mini PCIe expansion slot are included.

The COM Express Type 6 module, ESM-QM77, boasts 4 SATA, 4 USB 3.0, 8 USB 2.0 and 4-bit DIO. One Intel High Definition Audio, one Intel 82579LM GbE, one expansion slot of PCIex16 and seven PCIex1 expansion slots are included.

The products are aimed at various applications such as digital signage, high-end set-top box, high-end kiosk, medical and gaming.

For more information visit www.avalue.com.tw

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