Summary of Kontron 3.5-inch SBC-WLU with Latest Intel Processor Technology for IoT
### Summary Kontron introduces a new 3.5-inch Single Board Computer (SBC) featuring Intel® 8th Gen Core™ U-series or Celeron® processors with integrated CNVi technology for up to 12x faster WLAN speeds. Designed for low-power, fanless IoT applications in sectors like retail and industrial automation, the board supports triple displays via UHD Graphics, offers extensive connectivity including NVMe SSDs and Gigabit Ethernet, and accommodates up to 64GB of DDR4 memory across four processor options ranging from Celeron to Core i7.
Parts used in the Kontron 3.5-inch SBC:
- Intel® 8th Gen Core™ U-series or Celeron® processors
- Intel® Integrated Connectivity (CNVi)
- Intel® Wireless Access Point
- M.2 Key E slot
- M.2 Key B and Key M slots
- NVMe SSD
- DDR4 SO-DIMM memory sockets
- SATA III interface
- Gigabit Ethernet interfaces
- USB 3.1 and USB 2.0 ports
- RS232/422/485 serial connections
- Realtek ALC662 audio codec
- Intel® UHD Graphics 620 / 610 GPU
- Liquid Crystal Display (LVDS) port
- DisplayPort++ (DP++) ports
- HDMI and DVI support
Higher WLAN speed thanks to Intel® Integrated Connectivity (CNVi) – available with 8th Gen. Intel® Core™ U-series or Celeron® processors
Kontron, a leading global provider of IoT/Embedded Computing Technology (ECT), introduces its 3.5″ SBC with the latest processor technology from Intel®. Due to the Triple Display Support and the support of numerous new interfaces, the updated embedded board is ideally suited for applications that place high demands on graphics and require fast WLAN. In addition, the low power consumption enables fanless designs. This opens up new options for IoT applications such as retail, banking, hospitality, education, industrial control and automation.
The new version provides up to 12 times higher WLAN speed than conventional devices, depending on the model, thanks to the Intel® Wireless Access Point, which is integrated in the M.2 Key E slot via the new Intel® CNVi interface. Further M.2 slots can be used to extend SSD memory via Key B and Key M, or to extend WWAN (via Key B, i.e. 3G, 4G or future 5G). Furthermore, the upgraded 3.5-inch board offers interfaces of the latest generation for fast data transfer between storage and mass storage as well as peripheral devices, which include NVMe SSD, DDR4, USB 3.1 and SATA III.
In addition to increased graphics performance, the board supports numerous interfaces, including two fast DDR4 SO-DIMM memory sockets for up to 64 GBytes, a high-speed SATA 3.0 socket and M.2 expansion slots. It offers advanced connectivity through two Gigabit Ethernet interfaces, four USB 3.1 (front panel), four USB 2.0 (via headers), two RS232/422/485 for USB and Serial Device Connection, as well as 8-bit DIO for device and signal control. The Realtek ALC662 audio codec offers audio via 2 speaker out as well as one line-in, line-out and mic-in via headers.
Graphics features include support for 4K Ultra Definition Video, 1x LVDS and 2x DP++ for Triple Display support through Intel® UHD Graphics 620 / 610 GPU, including HDMI and DVI support without active adapter.
Kontron customers can choose between 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).
- How much higher is the WLAN speed compared to conventional devices?
The new version provides up to 12 times higher WLAN speed depending on the model. - Can this board support triple displays?
Yes, it supports Triple Display through Intel® UHD Graphics 620 / 610 GPU using one LVDS and two DP++ outputs. - What processor options are available for this SBC?
Customers can choose between Intel® Core™ i7-8665UE, i5-8365UE, i3-8145UE, or Celeron® 4305UE. - Does the board support fanless designs?
Yes, the low power consumption enables fanless designs suitable for various IoT applications. - What is the maximum memory capacity supported by the board?
The board supports up to 64 GBytes via two fast DDR4 SO-DIMM memory sockets. - Which interfaces are included for fast data transfer?
It includes NVMe SSD, DDR4, USB 3.1, and SATA III for fast data transfer between storage and peripheral devices. - Can WWAN be extended on this board?
Yes, WWAN (3G, 4G, or future 5G) can be extended via the M.2 Key B slot. - What type of audio codec does the board use?
The board uses the Realtek ALC662 audio codec offering speaker out, line-in, line-out, and mic-in.
