What are the key features of the ECM-SKLU 3.5-inch SBC?

The Avalue ECM-SKLU features 6th Gen Intel® Core™ i7/i5/i3 BGA processors, 1x DDR4 2133MHz SO-DIMM socket supporting up to 16GB, triple display support, dual Gigabit LAN ports, expansion via M.2 Key-B and Mini PCIe slots, multiple USB ports, 6 COM ports, and operates with +12V to +24V DC input.

What processor options are available for the ECM-SKLU?

The ECM-SKLU offers 6th Gen Intel processor options: Intel® Core™ i7-6600U (2-core, 2.6GHz), Intel® Core™ i5-6300U (2-core, 2.4GHz), and Intel® Core™ i3-6100U (2-core, 2.3GHz). These low-power U-series processors provide a good balance of performance and energy efficiency.

What display capabilities does the ECM-SKLU offer?

The ECM-SKLU supports triple display outputs through two HDMI ports (up to 4096x2160@24Hz each) and one LVDS interface (up to 1920x1080@60Hz). It features Intel® 6th Gen U series SoC Integrated Graphics, providing good visual performance for industrial applications.

What expansion options are available on the ECM-SKLU?

The ECM-SKLU offers expansion through one Mini PCIe slot supporting mSATA and one M.2 Key-B 2242 slot with Micro SIM card connector for 3G/4G. It also includes a SATA III interface for storage expansion, providing flexibility for adding storage, wireless capabilities, or cellular connectivity.

Avalue · Industrieel en embedded moederbord

ECM-SKLU

Datasheet

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Fabrikant: Avalue

Hoogtepunten

Onboard 6th Gen Intel®Core ™ i7/i5/i3 BGA Processor
One 260-pin DDR4 SODIMM Socket, Supports Up to 16GB DDR4 2133 SDRAM (only support non-ECC)
Triple Display,Dual-channel 18/24-bit LVDS, Dual HDMI
1 SATA III, 1 Mini PCIe, 1 M.2 (2242) B-Key ,4 USB 3.0 (compatible with USB 2.0), 2 USB 2.0, 6 COM, 8-bit GPIO
HD Audio, Dual Gigabit Ethernet
DC in +12V ~ +24V

Productbeschrijving

The Avalue ECM-SKLU is a 3.5-inch Single Board Computer designed for industrial and embedded applications. It integrates 6th Gen Intel® Core™ i7/i5/i3 BGA processors, supporting up to 16GB DDR4 2133MHz SO-DIMM memory.

Key features include triple display outputs (2 x HDMI, 1 x LVDS), dual Gigabit LAN ports (Intel® I211AT and I219LM), multiple USB ports (4 x USB 3.0, 2 x USB 2.0), serial interfaces (1 x RS-232/422/485, 5 x RS-232), GPIOs, and expansion options through M.2 (2242) B-Key and Mini PCIe slots.

With a compact form factor of 146mm x 101mm, wide voltage input range of 12V to 24V DC, and support for Windows and Linux operating systems, the ECM-SKLU offers a robust solution for space-constrained environments.

Technische specificaties

Processor

6th Gen. Intel® Core™ i7-6600U, 2-Core, 2.6GHz Processor

6th Gen. Intel® Core™ i5-6300U, 2-Core, 2.4GHz Processor

6th Gen. Intel® Core™ i3-6100U, 2-Core, 2.3GHz Processor

Systeemgeheugen

1 x 260-Pin DDR4 2133MHz SO-DIMM Up to 16GB Max.

I/O-chipset

EC iTE IT8528E

Watchdog-timer

H/W Reset: 1Sec. ~ 65535Sec./Min. and1 Sec. or 1Min./Step

BIOS

AMI BIOS, 128Mbit SPI Flash ROM

Hardwarestatusmonitor

Monitoring System Temperature and Voltage with Auto Throttling Control

Bord

3.5"

Opslag

1 x mSATA supported from Mini PCIe

1 x M.2 Key B supports SATA or PCIe x1/USB

Meerdere displays

Triple Display

Grafische chipset

Intel® 6th Gen U series SoC Integrated Graphics

Spec. en resolutie

HDMI: Max. resolution 4096 x 2160@24Hz

LVDS: Max. resolution 1920 x 1080@60Hz

LVDS + Dual HDMI

Dual-channel 18/ 24-bit LVDS

LVDS

1 x LVDS: 1920 x 1080 Dual channel 18/24-bits LVDS

Uitbreiding

1 x Mini PCIe supports mSATA

1 x M.2 Key B 2242 with Micro SIM card connector for 3G/4G

Audiocodec

Realtek ALC888S HD Audio Decoding Controller

Audio-interface

Line-in, Mic-in, Line-out

LAN-chipset

1 x Intel® I210AT

1 x Intel® I219LM

Ethernet-interface

10/100/1000 Base-Tx GbE compatible

LAN-poort

2 x RJ-45

Voedingsmodus

AT/ATX (Default Setting: AT)

OS

Windows 7, Windows 10, Linux

Certificeringsinformatie

CE, FCC, RoHS Compliant

USB

4 x USB 3.0

2 x USB 2.0

COM-poort

5 x RS-232

1 x RS-232/422/485

SATA

1 x SATA III

DIO

1 x 8-bit GPIO

MIO

1 x LPC

1 x SPI

1 x SIM Card Slot

Bedrijfstemp.

0°C ~ 60°C (32°F ~ 140°F)

Opslagtemp.

-40°C ~ 75°C (-40°F ~ 167°F)

Afmeting (L x B)

5.7" x 4." (146mm x 101mm)

Gewicht

0.44lb (0.2kg)

Luchtvochtigheid in bedrijf

40°C @ 95% Relative Humidity, Non-condensing

Voedingsvereiste

DC in +12V ~ +24V

Bestelinformatie

ECM-SKLU-6600-B2R

3.5"w/i7 6600U/6USB/6COM/2LAN/B2

ECM-SKLU-6300-B2R

3.5"w/i5 6300U/6USB/6COM/2LAN/B2

ECM-SKLU-6100-B2R

3.5"w/i5 6100U/6USB/6COM/2LAN/B2

Wat is ECM-SKLU?

The ECM-SKLU is a industrieel en embedded moederbord manufactured by Avalue, designed specifically for 3.5inch-sbc applications. It features processor of 6th Gen. Intel® Core™ i7-6600U, 2-Core, 2.6GHz Processor, 6th Gen. Intel® Core™ i5-6300U, 2-Core, 2.4GHz Pr…, beeldscherm of Triple Display and netwerk of 1 x Intel® I210AT, 1 x Intel® I219LM. The Avalue ECM-SKLU is a 3.5-inch Single Board Computer designed for industrial and embedded applications. It integrates 6th Gen Intel® Core™ i7/i5/i3 BGA processors, supporting up to 16GB DDR4 2133MHz SO-DIMM memory. Key features include triple display outputs (2 x HDMI, 1 x LVDS), dual Gigabit LAN ports (Intel® I211AT and I219LM), multiple USB ports (4 x USB 3.0, 2 x USB 2.0), serial interfaces (1 x RS-232/422/485, 5 x RS-232), GPIOs, and expansion options through M.2 (2242) B-Key and Mini PCIe slots. With a compact form factor of 146mm x 101mm, wide voltage input range of 12V to 24V DC, and support for Windows and Linux operating systems, the ECM-SKLU offers a robust solution for space-constrained environments.

Belangrijkste kenmerken en voordelen

Onboard 6th Gen Intel®Core ™ i7/i5/i3 BGA Processor
One 260-pin DDR4 SODIMM Socket, Supports Up to 16GB DDR4 2133 SDRAM (only support non-ECC)
Triple Display,Dual-channel 18/24-bit LVDS, Dual HDMI
1 SATA III, 1 Mini PCIe, 1 M.2 (2242) B-Key ,4 USB 3.0 (compatible with USB 2.0), 2 USB 2.0, 6 COM, 8-bit GPIO
HD Audio, Dual Gigabit Ethernet
DC in +12V ~ +24V

Toepassingen en gebruiksscenario's

De ECM-SKLU is ideaal voor uiteenlopende industriële automatiseringstoepassingen:

DC-powered industrial installations and mobile applications
High-performance computing and data processing tasks
Networked industrial systems and data communication
Peripheral device connectivity and data transfer
Memory-intensive applications and multitasking
Visual monitoring and data display systems
Custom industrial computing solutions
Industrial and embedded applications

Veelgestelde vragen

The key differences are: the SKLU uses U-series processors (i7-6600U, i5-6300U, i3-6100U) focused on power efficiency, while the SKLH uses higher-performance quad-core E-series processors; the SKLU provides more COM ports (6 vs. 2 on SKLH); the SKLU offers fewer SATA ports (1 vs. 2 on SKLH); the SKLU has a wider power input range (12-24V vs. 12V only); and the SKLU includes a SIM card slot. The SKLU is better suited for applications requiring extensive connectivity and lower power consumption.

3.5-inch SBCs (Single Board Computers) are compact embedded computers measuring approximately 146mm x 101mm (5.75" x 4"). Their versatile form factor makes them ideal for applications requiring a balance of performance, I/O options, and size constraints, including industrial automation, IoT gateways, edge computing, digital signage, medical devices, transportation systems, robotics, and industrial control systems.

3.5-inch SBCs offer several advantages: a balanced form factor between size and functionality; rich I/O options without requiring expansion cards; better thermal management than smaller boards; good performance-to-size ratio; flexibility with both soldered and socketed CPU options; simplified integration into mid-sized enclosures; good scalability for industrial applications; and long lifecycle support typical of industrial-grade components.

Different Intel processor generations provide varied capabilities: newer generations offer enhanced multi-core performance, AI acceleration, and support for faster memory; mid-range options balance performance and power efficiency for IoT and edge applications; while entry-level processors optimize for low power consumption and extended temperature ranges. The choice involves balancing processing requirements, power constraints, thermal considerations, and specific features needed for the target application.

Key factors include: processing requirements for your workload; memory and storage configurations; specific I/O interface requirements; networking needs; temperature operating range; power constraints; expansion capabilities; long-term availability guarantees; operating system support; ruggedness including shock and vibration resistance; certifications required for your industry; and total cost of ownership including maintenance and support.

Effective cooling strategies include: ensuring adequate airflow (at least 0.5 m/s); using conduction cooling with thermal pads connecting to the enclosure; implementing passive cooling solutions like aluminum enclosures with external fins; maintaining adequate clearance around heat-generating components; arranging components to create a natural convection path; implementing thermal monitoring; and for extreme environments, using specialized cooling techniques like heat pipes or forced air cooling.

Important power considerations include: providing stable DC input within the specified voltage range with proper regulation; understanding AT versus ATX power modes; implementing proper power sequencing; adding surge protection for industrial environments; implementing power filtering to eliminate electrical noise; calculating total power budget including peripherals; planning for power management; using high-quality power connectors; and potentially implementing backup power solutions for critical applications.

Expansion options include: utilizing M.2 or Mini PCIe slots for adding connectivity or storage; leveraging multiple display outputs; using USB expansion for additional peripherals; implementing I2C, SPI, or GPIO-based sensor networks; utilizing multiple Ethernet ports for network segregation; developing custom carrier boards; implementing software-based capabilities through virtualization; and considering network-based resources for functions that cannot be implemented locally.

Common bottlenecks include: thermal limitations (addressed through proper cooling); memory bandwidth constraints (mitigated by using faster memory); storage I/O (improved by using NVMe over PCIe); network congestion (overcome by using optimized networking); USB bus saturation (resolved by distributing devices across controllers); processor limitations in multi-threaded workloads (addressed through workload optimization); and display performance with multiple screens (managed by understanding bandwidth limitations).

Recommended mounting practices include: using the four corner mounting holes with appropriate standoffs; maintaining minimum clearances; ensuring proper thermal contact if using conduction cooling; considering orientation effects on cooling; using vibration-resistant fasteners for applications with vibration; implementing strain relief for cables; avoiding mounting near EMI sources; ensuring accessibility for maintenance; and verifying that the enclosure's thermal design is compatible with the board's cooling requirements.

Best handling practices include: using proper ESD protection; holding the board by its edges; avoiding flexing the PCB; ensuring power is off when connecting components; using appropriate torque for mounting screws; applying thermal compounds correctly; connecting cables with proper orientation; ensuring expansion cards and memory modules are properly seated; avoiding exposure to moisture or contaminants; and following proper packaging procedures for transportation.

Best practices include: using high-quality, shielded cables; implementing strain relief; connecting power supplies before signal cables; using locking connectors where available; avoiding exceeding maximum cable lengths; balancing loads across multiple ports; verifying peripheral power requirements; properly configuring serial port parameters before connecting devices; testing peripherals individually; and labeling all connections for maintenance.

Proper OS setup involves: obtaining manufacturer-recommended OS images; configuring BIOS/UEFI settings appropriately; optimizing partition layouts; installing essential drivers; disabling unnecessary services; configuring appropriate power management settings; implementing a backup strategy; establishing a procedure for OS updates that includes proper testing; and documenting the entire configuration process.

Troubleshooting steps include: verifying power supply voltage and current capability; checking for reverse polarity connection; examining power cables; inspecting for physical damage; testing with a known-good power supply; verifying the correct power mode configuration; checking power switches or jumpers; measuring voltage at test points; inspecting for short circuits; and checking status LEDs for error codes.

Diagnostic steps include: checking cable connections; verifying monitor power and input selection; confirming resolution compatibility; trying alternative display interfaces; updating display drivers; resetting BIOS display settings; testing with a known-working display; checking BIOS settings for primary display selection; verifying multi-display configuration; inspecting system logs; and potentially reinstalling graphics drivers or updating the BIOS.

Common causes include: physical connection problems; driver issues; incorrect IP configuration; firewall or security software blocking communication; conflicting IP addresses; switch or router configuration issues; hardware failure; incorrect gateway or DNS settings; disabled protocols; packet filtering rules; VLAN mismatches; and network congestion. Troubleshooting should include link status verification, ping tests, checking logs, and testing with alternative equipment.

Troubleshooting steps include: verifying proper insertion and securing; checking compatibility with the slot type; confirming BIOS recognition; verifying controller settings; updating BIOS; checking for required drivers; testing in another system if possible; verifying power management settings; checking thermal conditions; and for storage devices, running diagnostic tools to verify device health.

Hoogtepunten

Productbeschrijving

Technische specificaties

Systeeminformatie

Processor

Systeemgeheugen

I/O-chipset

Watchdog-timer

BIOS

Hardwarestatusmonitor

Bord

Opslag

Opslag

Display

Meerdere displays

Grafische chipset

Spec. en resolutie

LVDS

Uitbreiding

Uitbreiding

Audio

Audiocodec

Audio-interface

Ethernet

LAN-chipset

Ethernet-interface

LAN-poort

Voedingsvereiste

Voedingsmodus

Softwareondersteuning

OS

Certificering

Certificeringsinformatie

I/O

USB

COM-poort

SATA

DIO

MIO

Mechanisch en omgeving

Bedrijfstemp.

Opslagtemp.

Afmeting (L x B)

Gewicht

Luchtvochtigheid in bedrijf

Voedingsvereiste

Bestelinformatie

Bestelinformatie

Wat is ECM-SKLU?

Belangrijkste kenmerken en voordelen

Toepassingen en gebruiksscenario's

Veelgestelde vragen