AL i.MX8M Mini - Rev. 2.0
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Introduction
This user guide describes the Automation Line AL i.MX8M Mini Quad. New users are recommended to study the installation
instructions within this user guide before switching on the power.
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AL i.MX8M Mini is developed specifically for control cabinet applications with flexible DIN rail mounting
positions for use when space is limited. The fanless design ensures a significantly prolonged lifespan and high system availability.
Product Overview
Before working with the AL i.MX8M Mini, Kontron Electronics recommends that users take a few minutes to learn about the
various parts of the AL i.MX8M Mini.
The AL i.MX8M Mini is a flexible industrial grade box computer fanless device designed for use in demanding applications
requiring a flexible rapid rail attachment solution. Based on the i.MX8 (4x Arm® Cortex®-A53, 1x Arm® Cortex®-M4) Quad
processor the AL i.MX8M Mini features long-term availability and supports a varied number of onboard interfaces to enable
connectivity to nearly all applications. A microSD card slot supports memory expansion for flexible data storage.
All variants are available in a robust steel chassis, designed for operation in a DIN rail environment using a vertical orientation.
General features are:
i.MX8 MIMX8MM6CVTKZAA 4x Arm® Cortex®-A53, 1x Arm® Cortex®-M4 Processor
1 GB up to 4 GB LPDDR4 RAM
8 GB up to 64 GB eMMC
External microSD Card Slot
External Interfaces 1x HDMI, 2x Ethernet (1x Gbit/s, 1x 10/100 Mbit/s), 2x USB 2.0, 1x USB OTG, 1x RS232, 1x RS485, 1x CAN,
4x DIO 24 V / 0.8 A
Fanless passive cooling
The AL i.MX8M Mini is intended for 24/7 continuous operation and longtime industrial applications. All components are selected
to ensure a long lifetime.
Figure 1: AL i.MX8M Mini
The AL i.MX8M Mini is designed for operation in a DIN rail environment using a vertical orientation.
