LattePanda Mu A380 Kit Drives Six 4K Displays with MXM Graphics

LattePanda Mu A380 MXM GPU Carrier Board Kit

The LattePanda Mu Carrier Board A380 MXM GPU Kit combines compact x86 computing with discrete graphics acceleration for edge applications that need more than integrated graphics can provide. The kit pairs a LattePanda Mu compute module with an Intel Arc A380 MXM graphics card, creating a small platform for local AI inference, digital signage, machine vision, and multi-display systems.

The carrier board measures just 146 × 102 mm and supports MXM 3.0/3.1 Type A/B graphics modules. With the included Arc A380 offering 6GB VRAM, the system targets lightweight edge AI workloads while also supporting up to six independent 4K displays at 60Hz. The compute module remains separate from the GPU, allowing users to select a LattePanda Mu configuration such as the Intel N100 or Core i3-N305 according to their performance requirements.

Carrier Board

A380 MXM GPU Carrier Board Kit Specifications:

• Compute and GPU: LattePanda Mu and MXM Support
  • Supports LattePanda Mu compute modules.
  • Compatible with MXM 3.0/3.1 Type A/B graphics modules.
  • Separates CPU and GPU modules for flexible configurations.
• Graphics: Intel Arc A380 MXM GPU
  • Includes an Intel Arc A380 MXM graphics card with 6GB VRAM.
  • Supports GPU-accelerated edge AI and graphics workloads.
  • Comes with a pre-installed cooling fan.
• Display: Six 4K Video Outputs
  • Provides three HDMI and three DisplayPort outputs.
  • Supports up to 4K resolution at 60Hz on each output.
  • Two HDMI outputs connect to the Mu integrated GPU, while the remaining four outputs connect to the MXM GPU.
• Connectivity: USB and Ethernet
  • Features two USB 3.2 Gen2 ports with up to 10Gbps transfer speeds.
  • Includes two USB 2.0 ports with up to 480Mbps speeds.
  • Provides one RJ45 Gigabit Ethernet port with 10/100/1000Mbps auto-negotiation.
• Cooling: Fan and Internal I/O
  • Provides dedicated CPU and MXM fan connectors.
  • Offers a 5V/12V selectable jumper for MXM fan power.
  • Includes PWRBTN, RESET, and PLED headers.
• Expansion: Dual M.2 Slots
  • Includes an M.2 M-Key 2230 slot with PCIe 3.0 x1 for NVMe storage.
  • Provides an M.2 E-Key 2230 slot with PCIe 3.0 x1 and USB 2.0 for wireless modules.
• Power: DC and ATX Inputs
  • Supports 12–19V input through a 5.5 × 2.5mm DC jack.
  • Provides a 12V ATX 8-pin power input.
  • Requires users to avoid connecting both power inputs simultaneously.
• Mechanical: Compact Form Factor
  • Measures 146 × 102mm for the carrier board.
  • Measures 159 × 107.5 × 88.5mm with the complete enclosure.
  • Includes a metal enclosure for compact deployments.

Carrier Board, GPU and enclosure

The LattePanda Mu platform supports Windows and Linux, while the Arc A380 requires the appropriate Intel graphics driver for full GPU functionality. Developers can install the latest Arc A380 driver and use the system for local AI inference, multimedia processing, digital signage, and other GPU-accelerated workloads. For MXM graphics cards other than the included A380, users should check the GPU manufacturer’s driver support before deployment. More details available on the wiki page.

Package includes

The LattePanda Mu A380 MXM GPU Carrier Board Kit (KIT0207) is available from DFRobot for $299.00. The package includes the carrier board, Intel Arc A380 MXM graphics card, enclosure, power adapter, AC power cords, power button, screws, RTC battery, and thermal pad. The LattePanda Mu compute module is not included and must be purchased separately.

Images used courtesy of DFRobot.