Embedded system features Intel Atom E3800 processor platform

14th March 2014

Staff Reporter

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With the EN-A3, DSM Computer presented at embedded world its first embedded system based on the current Intel Atom E3800 processor platform (previous code name "Bay Trail I Premium").The small 200 x 200 x 51 mm Box IPC operates throughout the complete operating temperature range from 0° - 45° C without requiring a fan.

As low-cost entry-level model, the computer is ideal for a wide range of applications in the process plant engineering, power engineering, transport and logistics, as well as display control and gateway areas.

The compact EN-A3 embedded system integrates as standard a mini-ITX board with the quad-core Intel^® Atom™ E3845 processor with 1.91 GHz clock and integrated 2 MB cache. On request, the Box IPC can be equipped with the dual-core Intel^® Atom™ E3826 processor (1.46 GHz) or the single-core E3814 (1.46 GHz). The processor integrates the high-performance Intel^®HD graphics. The fast DDR3 RAM main memory can be expanded to a maximum capacity of 8 GB.

For data storage, the EN-A3 industrial computer includes a 30 GB mSATA SSD (Solid State Drive) or larger that does not have any moving parts and avoids the need for extensive wiring. Two mini PCI Express™ x1 slots are present internally on the CPU board, where one slot can be chosen as mini PCI Express™ x1 or mSATA. As an option, the system can also be equipped with a 2.5 inch SSD.

Despite its compact construction, the EN-A3 embedded system provides many interfaces: two GigaBit LANs, one USB 3.0 and four USB 2.0, four serial connections (RS232, one of which is RS232/422/485), audio and an internal Serial ATA interface for a SATA II 300 device. The industrial PC is equipped with two graphic outputs that can be configured as VGA, DVI-D or DisplayPort (DP).

On request, the high-quality EN-A3 housing is available in any required color, also with company logo. The scope of supply includes mounting rails and optionally a wall-mounting bracket or a DIN rail-mounting. The Box IPC provides a 12/24 VDC wide-range power input and an external 100 - 240 VAC power pack.