Thin Mini-ITX Motherboard: Industrial Solution for Embedded AI Applications

[Erkan Teskancan]

## Thin Mini-ITX Motherboard: An Industrial Solution for Embedded AI Applications

Avalue Technology has introduced a compact Thin Mini-ITX motherboard equipped with Intel Core Ultra processors. This platform offers high performance and broad bandwidth for embedded artificial intelligence applications in industrial automation, machine vision, and edge computing.

### Embedded AI Processing Power and Performance
The EMX-PTLP motherboard is built on Intel Core Ultra (Series 3) H-series processors and supports up to 64 GB of DDR5-7200 SoDIMM/CSoDIMM memory. With a maximum AI computing capacity of 180 TOPS, it can perform powerful AI operations in applications such as automated optical inspection, robotic coordination, and distributed control systems.

### Advanced Connectivity and Expansion Capabilities
With PCIe 5.0 support, bandwidth is doubled and latency is reduced compared to previous generations. The PCIe Gen5 x8 slot provides system scalability, while M.2 Key B/E/M interfaces offer expansion possibilities for wireless modules and storage. Additionally, remote management in industrial networks is supported via a SIM slot or SIM FPC interface.

### Multi-Display and Industrial Panel Compatibility
The motherboard drives up to four independent displays with 8K resolution via HDMI, DisplayPort, and USB4 Type-C outputs. Legacy eDP and LVDS interfaces support existing industrial panels, enabling integration of mixed-generation equipment.

### Industrial-Grade Connectivity and Security
Two Ethernet interfaces (Intel I226LM 2.5G and Intel I210AT Gigabit) support machine coordination and control systems. Various peripheral connections are available, such as USB4, USB 3.2, USB 2.0, and serial ports. 16-bit GPIO and TPM 2.0 modules provide direct I/O control and robust platform security.

### EMX-PTLP Motherboard Features

• Processors: Intel Core Ultra 5 322/325 and Core Ultra 7 355/356H/358H BGA
• Memory: Supports 64 GB DDR5-7200 SoDIMM/CSoDIMM
• AI Performance: 180 TOPS
• Expansion: PCIe Gen5 x8 slot
• Storage: Two M.2 SSDs, with RAID 0/1 support
• Display Outputs: HDMI, DisplayPort, USB4 Type-C, eDP, LVDS
• Audio: Realtek ALC888S codec and TI TPA3113D2PWP stereo 6 W x 2 amplifier
• Ethernet: Intel I226LM 2.5G, Intel I210AT Gigabit
• USB: 2x USB4 Type-C, 4x USB 3.2, 3x USB 2.0 (pin header)
• Serial Ports: RS-232, RS-422/485 options
• Power Supply: 12–24 V DC
• Security: TPM 2.0

This new Thin Mini-ITX motherboard, with its compact design, offers a powerful option for industrial AI and automation applications in terms of both performance and expansion.