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Fanless embedded systems achieve time-to-customisation

24th September 2015
Jordan Mulcare
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Advantech has announced the ARK-2121 series of ruggedised, compact, fanless, embedded systems featuring the Intel Celeron J1900 2.0GHz Quad-Core processor. The series delivers three times the performance of the previous Intel D2550 series empowered by turbo boost computing. The ARK-2121 series also supports a -20 to 70°C temperature range, making it suitable for harsh environment applications such as semi-outdoor, in-cabinet traffic control; parking kiosks; and roadside signage.

The series features two SKUs, ARK-2121L and ARK-2121F, each with unique features. ARK-2121L is equipped with essential I/Os and iDoor expansion flexibility; it is a perfect choice as entry-level industrial controller for factory automation and machine automation. ARK-2121F provides more COM ports and USB ports for applications that require rich peripheral integration. Moreover, ARK-2121F reserves an optional 2nd HDMI/ DVI-D, and dual GbE for project integration, with CE/FCC/UL/CB/CCC/BSMI certification ready for all options.

Advantech’s iDoor series provides a wide range of industrial I/O modules, including RS-232/422/485, CANBus, GbE, a parallel port and digital I/O. All iDoor modules have a unified mechanical design and mounting method. The system integrator can speed up ARK-2121L I/O customisation simply by installing suitable iDoor modules.

Cable connection failure caused by continuous vibration is commonly encountered in industrial applications. To prevent this, the ARK-2121 series features lockable I/O design, including VGA, HDMI, GbE, COM, DIO and DC power in, which ensure that cables stay securely connected, even in a high vibration environment.

The series uses Advantech SUSIAccess software to provide self-sensing and management capabilities for remote monitoring and control, self-diagnosis and correction, with automatic email alerts. Acronis executes backup and recovery that can save valuable data in the unlikely event of a system crash. McAfee enhances system security with white-list software control, and also provides an encryption lock to avoid program theft.

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