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Introduction
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Pico-ITX Concept
The Pico-ITX form factor provides system designers and manufacturers with a standardized ultra compact platform for development. With a
footprint of 100mm x72mm, this scalable platform promotes the design of highly integrated, energy efficient systems. Due to its small size,
the Pico-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 be passively cooled, presenting opportunities for fanless designs. The Pico-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-PA3
The conga-PA3 is a Single Board Computer designed based on the Pico-ITX specification. The conga-PA3 SBC features the Intel 3rd
generation Atom processors. With maximum 10W TDP processors, the SBC offers Ultra Low Power boards with high computing performance
and outstanding graphics. Additionally, the SBC supports onboard single channel DDR3L up to 1333 MT/s, maximum system memory capacity
of 4 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-PA3 SBC provides manufacturers and system designers with the opportunity
to design compact systems for space restricted areas.
The various features and capabilities offered by the conga-PA3 makes it ideal for the design of compact, energy efficient, performance-
oriented embedded systems.
