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Validated Mini-ITX platforms engineered for reliable deployment in industrial, edge, and embedded system environments.
Reference Platforms
Proven Mini-ITX Starting Points for Custom Embedded Systems
Start with a defined Mini-ITX configuration instead of designing from zero. Our reference platforms combine processor, I/O, storage, power, thermal, expansion, and software requirements into practical starting points for industrial control, networking, fanless systems, and edge AI.
Example Reference Configuration
Fanless Industrial Mini-ITX Platform
Processor
Intel N-Series
Memory
DDR4 / DDR5
Networking
2–4 × Ethernet
Serial I/O
Up to 6 × COM
Expansion
M.2 / PCIe Options
Power
12–24 VDC Options
Reference configuration — final specification depends on
project requirements.
Platform Selection
Choose a Reference Platform by System Requirement
Start with the configuration closest to your compute, I/O, power, thermal, expansion, and deployment requirements. Final specifications are reviewed and adjusted for each OEM or embedded project.
Industrial Control
6-COM Industrial Control Platform
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A serial-rich Mini-ITX starting point for machine control, equipment integration, industrial automation, and legacy interfaces.
Best for:
Machine Control
CNC
Automation
Processor
Intel N-Series / Core Options
Serial I/O
Up to 6 × COM
Networking
2 × Ethernet
Storage
NVMe / SATA Options
Expansion
M.2 / PCIe Options
Power
12–24 VDC Options
Engineering Flexibility
Serial modes, BIOS behavior, storage, power input and expansion can be reviewed for the target system.
Validation Status
Reference configuration. Final validation follows the confirmed project specification.
Network Appliance
8-LAN Network Appliance Platform
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A network-focused reference platform for security appliances, industrial gateways, routing, firewall, and edge networking.
Best for:
Firewall
Gateway
Networking
Processor
Intel Atom / Core Options
Networking
Up to 8 × Ethernet
Storage
NVMe / SATA Options
Expansion
M.2 / PCIe Options
Cooling
Fanless / Active Options
Power
Project Dependent
Engineering Flexibility
LAN controller mix, storage, expansion, cooling and enclosure requirements can be reviewed.
Validation Status
Network and thermal validation depend on the final CPU, LAN and chassis configuration.
Fanless Embedded
Fanless Intel N97 Platform
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A compact fanless starting point for embedded systems needing balanced performance, useful I/O, and low cooling complexity.
Best for:
Fanless Systems
HMI
Edge Computing
Processor
Intel Processor N97
Memory
DDR4 / DDR5 Options
Networking
2–4 × Ethernet
Display
HDMI / DP / Panel Options
Expansion
M.2 Options
Power
12–24 VDC Options
Engineering Flexibility
I/O, display, BIOS, power and passive thermal design can be adapted to project needs.
Validation Status
Thermal limits must be verified against enclosure, ambient temperature and workload.
Edge AI
NVIDIA Edge AI Platform
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A GPU-accelerated reference architecture for machine vision, intelligent video, robotics, and local AI inference.
Best for:
Machine Vision
Video Analytics
Robotics
Compute
NVIDIA Jetson Options
Networking
GbE / 2.5GbE Options
Camera
CSI / USB / Ethernet
Storage
NVMe Options
Cooling
GPU-Aware Thermal Design
Power
Platform Dependent
Engineering Flexibility
Camera, storage, networking, cooling, power and enclosure integration can be reviewed.
Validation Status
AI performance and thermal validation depend on module, power mode and application workload.
Quick Platform Comparison
Use this table to identify the closest starting point before detailed engineering review.
| Reference Platform | Best For | Key I/O | Compute Profile | Cooling | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6-COM Industrial Control | Machine control / automation | Up to 6 COM + Ethernet | Low to Medium | Fanless option | 12–24 VDC options |
| 8-LAN Network Appliance | Firewall / gateway / networking | Up to 8 Ethernet | Medium to High | Fanless / Active | Project dependent |
| Fanless Intel N97 | General embedded systems | LAN + COM + M.2 | Medium | Fanless | 12–24 VDC options |
| NVIDIA Edge AI | Vision / AI / robotics | LAN + Camera + NVMe | AI Accelerated | Engineered | Platform dependent |
Quick Platform Comparison
Choose the closest starting point for your application.
6-COM Industrial Control
Best forMachine control
Key I/OUp to 6 COM
CoolingFanless option
Power12–24 VDC options
8-LAN Network Appliance
Best forFirewall / gateway
Key I/OUp to 8 Ethernet
CoolingFanless / Active
PowerProject dependent
Fanless Intel N97
Best forGeneral embedded
Key I/OLAN + COM + M.2
CoolingFanless
Power12–24 VDC options
NVIDIA Edge AI
Best forVision / AI / robotics
Key I/OLAN + Camera + NVMe
CoolingEngineered
PowerPlatform dependent
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Start with the closest reference platform and send us your required processor, I/O, power, thermal, operating system, expansion, and mechanical constraints.
Reference Platform FAQ
Common Questions About Reference Platforms
Reference platforms provide a practical starting point, but the final Mini-ITX configuration is defined around the requirements of each project.
Is a reference platform a fixed product?
No. It is a defined starting configuration used to shorten platform selection and engineering review. Processor, I/O, storage, power, BIOS, cooling, expansion, and mechanical requirements may change according to the final project specification.
Can you change the I/O configuration?
Yes, where the selected processor and board architecture allow it. Typical changes may include Ethernet, serial ports, USB, display, M.2, PCIe, GPIO, storage, and external connector arrangements.
Are these platforms already fully validated?
The listed configurations are reference starting points. Final validation depends on the selected CPU, I/O, power input, enclosure, cooling method, operating temperature, software, and application workload.
Can a reference platform be used for production?
Yes, after the final configuration is reviewed, prototyped, and validated for the intended system. Production planning may also include BOM control, revision management, testing requirements, and lifecycle considerations.
What information should I provide for engineering review?
Provide the required processor or performance level, memory, storage, Ethernet, serial ports, USB, display, expansion, input voltage, operating temperature, cooling method, operating system, enclosure, and expected production volume.
Can I download platform specifications as PDF files?
Yes. Reference platform PDFs can summarize the starting configuration, engineering options, intended applications, and validation scope. Final project specifications are confirmed separately during engineering review.
Have Requirements That Do Not Match These Platforms?
Send us your CPU, I/O, power, thermal, software, and mechanical requirements and we can review the closest Mini-ITX starting point.