congatec Unveils New COM Express Basic Module with ECC Support

ECC is an abbreviation for Error Correction Code. Unlike ordinary RAM modules, ECC modules offer additional functionalities allowing them to check and control the flow of data and therefore correct errors. Due to this correction code, this type of memory module can detect and correct single bit errors as well as detect multi-bit errors. This constitutes a significant difference to the so-called parity bit where errors can only be recognized but not corrected. As a result of this increased reliability, computer-on-modules with ECC support are ideal for demanding applications in medical technology, server systems and the aviation industry.

Depending on the application, the conga-BE57 is based on the Intel® Celeron® U3405 processor (2MB Cache, 1.07 GHz, TDP 18 Watt) or the Intel® Core(tm) i7-610E processor (4MB Cache, 2.53 GHz, TDP 25 Watt). The module uses the Mobile Intel® HM55 Express Chipset, which provides support for up to 8GB (1066 MT/s) Dual Channel DDR3 SODIMM ECC memory. The integrated graphics controller supports the Intel® Flexible Display Interface (FDI) thereby enabling two independent video channels on VGA, LVDS, HDMI, SDVO and DisplayPort interfaces.

Five PCI Express Lanes, eight USB 2.0 ports, three SATA, one EIDE and a Gigabit Ethernet interface allow flexible system expansion at high data bandwidths. A fan controller and LPC bus, as well as Intel® High Definition Audio, round off the complete package.