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Introduction
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Mini-ITX Concept
The Mini-ITX form factor provides enthusiasts and manufacturers with a standardized ultra compact platform for development. With a footprint
of 170mm x170mm, this scalable platform promotes the design of highly integrated, energy efficient systems. Due to its small size, the Mini-ITX
form factor enables PC appliance designers not only to design attractive low cost devices but also allows them to explore a huge variety of
product development options - from compact space-saving designs to fully functional Information Station and Value PC systems. This helps to
reduce product design cycle and encourages rapid innovation in system design, to meet the ever-changing needs of the market.
Additionally, the boards can also be passively cooled, presenting opportunities for fanless designs. The Mini-ITX boards are equipped with
various interfaces such as PCI Express, SATA, USB 2.0/3.0, Ethernet, Displays and Audio.
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conga-IA3
The conga-IA3 is a Single Board Computer designed based on the Thin Mini-ITX specification. The conga-IA3 SBC features the Intel 3rd
generation Atom/Celeron processors. With maximum 10W TDP processors, the SBC offers Ultra Low Power boards with high computing
performance and outstanding graphics. Additionally, the SBC supports dual channel DDR3L up to 1333 MT/s for a maximum system memory
capacity of 16 GB, multiple I/O interfaces, up to two independent displays and various congatec embedded features.
With smaller board size and lower height keep-out zones, the conga-IA3 SBC provides manufacturers and enthusiasts with the opportunity to
design compact systems for space restricted areas. With appropriate I/O shield, the same conga-IA3 SBC can be used in either a Thin Mini-ITX
or a Mini-ITX design.
The various features and capabilities offered by the conga-IA3 makes it ideal for the design of compact, energy efficient, performance-oriented
embedded systems.
