Avalue’s EPI-ARLS: An EPIC SBC for Industrial and Embedded Systems

Avalue Technology has introduced the EPI-ARLS, an EPIC SBC that is Explicitly Parallel Instruction Computing single-board computer, specifically designed for industrial and embedded applications. It meets the requirements of smart manufacturing, healthcare monitoring, edge computing, and precision in agriculture. With its small size, fast processing, rich I/O connectivity, and versatile expansion, the EPI-ARLS is good for small space-constrained environments that need quick data processing.

Main Features of EPI-ARLS:

•  Top Layer Soldered Socket
•  Intel® Core™ Ultra Processors supports LGA 1851 CPU Up to 35W Max
•  Intel® Q870/H810 chipsets
•  Single DDR5 6400MHz SO-DIMM socket, support up to 48GB
•  Triple Display: 1 x DP, 1 x HDMI, 1 x 2CH LVDS or 1x eDP (Default LVDS)
•  Expansion Slot: M.2 Key-E, M.2 Key-M
•  Dual 2.5G Gigabit Ethernet
•  2 x RS-232/422/485, 2 x RS-232
•  DC in +12V

Specifications

• Processor:
  • Intel Core Ultra Processors (Max. TDP at 35W) -LGA 1851 Socket Supports
• Chipset
  • Intel® Q870/H810 Chipset
• Memory/Storage :
  • 1 x 262pin SO-DIMM Up to 48GB Dual Channel DDR5 5600/6400MHz
  • 1 x M.2 Key M 2280, support PCI-e x4 Gen4 NVMe or SATA device
    1 x M.2 Key M 2242, support PCI-e x4 Gen4 NVMe or SATA device (for Q870 only)
• Graphics
  • Intel Xe LPG graphics architecture CPU integrated
• Connectivity:
  • Dual 2.5G Gigabit ethernet
• I/O ports:
  • USB-4 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 at I/O for Q870
  • 4 x USB 2.0 ports by pin header
  • COM Port-2 x RS-232/RS422/485, 2 x RS-232
  • GPIO-1 x 16-bit GPIO
• OS
  • Windows 11, Linux
• Expansions:
  • 1 x M.2 Key E 2230
  • 1 x M.2 Key M 2280
  • 1 x M.2 Key M 2242
• Power Requirement
  • DC in +12V
• Dimensions:
  • 165 x 115 mm
• Operating Temp.
  • 0~60°C w/HDD/SSD, ambient 0.5m/s air flow
• Weight
  • 0.70lbs (0.3kg)

Features of the EPIC EPI-ARLS SBC

The EPI-ARLS has versatile features to fulfill the needs of industries. It has Intel Core Ultra processors that provides powerful and effective performance, while its small size 165 x 115 mm EPIC form factor ensures fast data analysis and AI tasks management. The device also offers many I/O options, including multiple LAN ports, USB ports, and COM ports, as well as a 16-bit GPIO and TPM 2.0 for secure industrial connectivity. Additionally, the EPI-ARLS supports tri-display output from DP, HDMI, and LVDS/eDP interfaces for better industrial imaging and visual applications. It has integrated 12th gen Intel Xe LPG graphics architecture CPU integrated which perform well for everyday computing and light gaming.

The EPI-ARLS‘s single DDR5 SO-DIMM slot supports up to 48GB of memory, for fast data processing and AI inference. The SBC has M.2 Key-E and Key-M slots  for adding wireless modules, NVMe SSDs, and SATA devices. The EPI-ARLS also features dual 2.5G Gigabit Ethernet ports to ensure fast data transfer. Plus,  it can handle super high-resolution displays for up to 8K resolution via DP and HDMI interfaces. Compared to Mini-ITX platforms, the EPI-ARLS is smaller without losing any power or flexibility.

Software Support

The EPI-ARLS has integrated Windows 11, Linux and can run many software programs, for manufacturing, healthcare, and farming. It can be a fit for automating industrial tasks, robotics, and high speed cameras. The device can also connect to multiple displays and show HD quality image.

Pricing for EPI-ARLS is not available at the moment. Products are yet not available on the online marketplaces. For more information, you can visit the press release, the Avalue Website, or contact using their online contact form.

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