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Introduction
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Mini-ITX Concept
The Mini-ITX form factor provides engineers and manufacturers with a standardized ultra compact platform for development. With a footprint
of 170mm x 170mm, 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 3.0/2.0, Ethernet, Displays and Audio.
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conga-IA5
The conga-IA5 is a Single Board Computer design based on the Thin Mini-ITX specification. The conga-IA5 SBC features the Intel
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Apollo Lake
processors. With maximum 12 W 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 1866 MT/s for a maximum system memory capacity of 8 GB, multiple I/O
interfaces, up to three independent displays and various congatec embedded features.
With smaller board size and lower height keep-out zones, the conga-IA5 SBC provides manufacturers and enthusiasts with the opportunity to
design compact systems for space restricted areas. With appropriate I/O shield, the same conga-IA5 SBC can be used in either a Thin Mini-ITX
or a Mini-ITX design.
The various features and capabilities offered by the conga-IA5 makes it ideal for the design of compact, energy efficient, performance-oriented
embedded systems.
