Kontron 3.5-inch Single Board Computer 3.5"-SBC-WLU with the latest Intel® processor technology for demanding IoT applications

Kontron, Augsburg, 25.03.2020 - Kontron, a global leader in IoT / Embedded Computer Technology (ECT), announces its 3.5" SBC featuring the latest Intel® processor technology. Thanks to triple display support and the integration of numerous new interfaces, the updated embedded board is ideal for applications requiring high-end graphics and fast WLAN. Additionally, its low power consumption enables fanless designs, opening new possibilities for IoT applications in sectors such as retail, banking, hospitality, education, as well as industrial control and automation.

The new version offers up to 12 times higher WLAN speeds compared to conventional devices, enabled by the Intel® Wireless Access Point integrated via the new Intel® CNVi interface in the M.2 Key E socket, depending on the model. Additional M.2 slots can be used to expand SSD storage via Key B and Key M or to extend WWAN (via Key B, supporting 3G, 4G, or future 5G). Furthermore, the upgraded 3.5-inch board features the latest interfaces for fast data transfer between storage and peripherals, including NVMe SSD, DDR4, USB 3.1, and SATA III.

In addition to enhanced graphics performance, the board supports numerous interfaces, including two high-speed DDR4 SO-DIMM slots supporting up to 64 GB, a high-speed SATA-3.0 socket, and M.2 expansion slots. It offers extended connectivity through two gigabit Ethernet interfaces, four USB 3.1 ports (front), four USB 2.0 ports (via header), two RS232/422/485 connections for USB and serial devices, as well as 8-bit DIO for device and signal control. The Realtek ALC662 audio codec provides audio output via two loudspeaker jacks and includes one Line-In, Line-Out, and Mic-In via header.

Graphics features include support for 4K Ultra HD video, 1x LVDS, and 2x DP++ for triple display support via Intel® UHD Graphics 620 / 610 GPU, including HDMI and DVI support without active adapters.

Kontron customers can choose from four different processors: Intel® Core™ i7-8665UE (Quad Core, 8M cache, up to 4.4 GHz, FCBGA1528, 15 W TDP), Intel® Core™ i5-8365UE (Quad Core, 6M cache, up to 4.1 GHz, FCBGA1528, 15 W TDP), Intel® Core™ i3-8145UE (Dual Core, 4M cache, up to 3.9 GHz, FCBGA1528, 15 W TDP), or Intel® Celeron® 4305UE (Dual Core, 2M cache, 2.00 GHz, FCBGA1528, 15 W TDP).

An integrated Trusted Platform Module (TPM) version 2.0 enhances device security. The SBC will be available from the end of March 2020.