Posted to News on 31st Jan 2022, 08:57
Computer-On-Module delivers ‘server-class performance’
Kontron COMe-bEP7 offers scalable solution for multiple applications
Embedded systems and display solutions provider Review Display Systems (RDS) has announced the availability of a new Kontron COM Express Basic Type 7 Computer-On-Module.
Extending Kontron’s product family of server-grade COM platforms, the industrial specification COMe-bEP7 features AMD EPYC Embedded 3000 SoC processors, which are said to deliver cost-effective, highly scalable server-class performance in a compact form factor.
Scalable performance
“Suitable for a broad range of high-performance server applications, the Kontron COMe-bEP7 Type 7 offers scalable performance with up to 16 processor cores,” says RDS. Four optional SODIMM sockets provide up to 128GB DDR4 RAM of memory. Networking capabilities and connectivity are ably supported with four 10Gb Ethernet interfaces and up to 32 PCIe Gen 3 lanes. Two SATA ports are provided, with the option to integrate an onboard NVMe, if required.
Peter Marchant, embedded division manager, RDS, comments: “With a wealth of experience and knowledge in the design, manufacture and support, Kontron continue to deliver high quality, high performance, cost-effective embedded computing platforms. The COM Express-bEP7 is no exception and features a robust design offering a versatile, scalable solution with comprehensive high-speed connectivity and a broad range of memory options.”
Operates in extreme temperature environments
The industrial-grade COMe-bEP7 module can operate reliably in extreme temperature environments from -40°C to +85°C, adds RDS. On board peripheral support includes four USB 3.1, four USB 2.0 as well as LPC, SPI Flash, SMB, dual staged Watchdog and RTC. Additional specific features include a Trusted Platform Module (TPM 2.0) for enhanced security.
With compact mechanical outline dimensions of just 95mm (h) x 125mm (w), and designed for use with a carrier board, the Kontron COMe-bEP7 is suited for a range of headless (no display) high-performance server applications. These include embedded edge and micro servers, medical image processing, artificial intelligence, camera inspection systems, and test and measurement equipment.
