What are the key features of the BMX-T528 barebone system?

The BMX-T528 is a compact barebone (EMX-TGLC-B1 board) for 15W 11th Gen Intel Core i7-1165G7/i5-1135G7, with 2 x DDR4 3200 SO-DIMM up to 64GB, dTPM 2.0, RAID 0/1, M.2 Type-B (PCIe/SATA/USB, Nano-SIM WWAN+GNSS) + M.2 Key-E (Wi-Fi/CNVi), dual 2.5" bays, USB 3.1 Gen2, dual LAN, LVDS and 2–4 DisplayPort.

Which processors does the BMX-T528 support?

It supports 15W 11th Gen Intel Core i7-1165G7 and i5-1135G7 (Tiger Lake) processors, per the EMX-TGLC-B1 standard BOM.

How much memory does the BMX-T528 support?

It has two 260-pin DDR4 3200MHz SO-DIMM sockets supporting up to 64GB (non-ECC only).

Does the BMX-T528 support cellular and wireless?

Yes. The M.2 Type-B slot with a Nano-SIM (co-lay FPC) supports WWAN+GNSS modules, and the M.2 Key-E 2230 supports Wi-Fi and CNVi — suited to connected mobile and field deployments.

What storage options does the BMX-T528 provide?

It supports an M.2 Type-B SSD (NVMe via PCIe x1 signal, or SATA — SATA 2 shared with M.2 Key-B SATA) and two 2.5" drive bays (9.5mm).

Does the BMX-T528 support RAID and TPM?

Yes. It provides RAID 0/1 on Core i SKUs and a discrete TPM 2.0 (dTPM) for hardware security and platform integrity.

What display outputs does the BMX-T528 have?

It offers an optional LVDS interface (DB26) plus 2 x or 4 x DisplayPort outputs, suitable for multi-display industrial HMI and signage.

What I/O does the BMX-T528 provide?

It includes 4 x USB 3.1 Gen2, optional USB 2.0, multiple RS-232/422/485 and RS-232 COM ports, dual RJ-45 LAN, four antenna mounts, and status LEDs.

What power input does the BMX-T528 use?

It has dual power input options: a 4-pin Mini-DIN jack (edge) and a 2-pin terminal block (cable), giving flexible integration for fixed or in-vehicle installations.

What applications is the BMX-T528 best suited for?

With Tiger Lake compute, WWAN+GNSS, RAID, isolated rugged power input, and rich serial/display I/O, the BMX-T528 suits transportation, machine control, field gateways, and connected edge computing.

What is a barebone system and how does it differ from a complete computer?

A barebone system is a partially assembled computer that typically includes the chassis, motherboard, power supply, and cooling system, but lacks components like CPU, RAM, and storage drives. This allows customers to customize these critical components based on their specific requirements while still benefiting from the industrial design and thermal management of the overall system.

What are the advantages of barebone systems in industrial applications?

Barebone systems offer several advantages for industrial applications, including flexibility to configure CPU, memory, and storage according to specific requirements; cost-effectiveness by allowing customers to use existing components or choose based on budget; easier upgrades as technology evolves; and standardized industrial-grade chassis with thermal design optimized for harsh environments.

What operating systems are supported by these barebone systems?

These barebone systems typically support Windows 10, Windows 11, and various Linux distributions, providing flexibility to choose the operating system that best suits the industrial application requirements.

How long is the warranty period for barebone systems?

TSL Automation provides a standard 2-year warranty on all barebone systems, with options for extended warranty coverage. The warranty covers manufacturing defects and hardware failures under normal operating conditions as specified in the product documentation.

What is the difference between PCIe Gen 3 and Gen 4 in these systems?

PCIe Gen 4 doubles the bandwidth of PCIe Gen 3, from 8 GT/s (gigatransfers per second) to 16 GT/s per lane. This means a PCIe Gen 4 x16 slot provides approximately 32 GB/s of bandwidth compared to 16 GB/s for Gen 3. In industrial computing, this higher bandwidth improves performance for data-intensive applications like machine vision, AI processing, or high-speed data acquisition.

What is the purpose of watchdog timers in these industrial systems?

Watchdog timers are hardware circuits that monitor system operation and trigger a reset if the system hangs or becomes unresponsive. In industrial environments where reliability is critical, watchdog timers help ensure continuous operation by automatically recovering from software failures without human intervention, minimizing downtime in automated processes.

What are the advantages of fanless design in industrial computing?

Fanless design offers several advantages in industrial environments: increased reliability by eliminating moving parts that can fail; improved dust and particulate resistance; silent operation for noise-sensitive environments; reduced maintenance requirements; better protection against vibration and shock; and enhanced longevity in harsh conditions.

What components do I need to purchase separately to complete a barebone system?

To complete a barebone system, you typically need to purchase: a compatible CPU according to the system specifications, memory modules (DDR5 for these systems), storage devices (M.2 SSDs and/or 2.5" drives), and an operating system license. Depending on your application, you might also need wireless modules for the M.2 E-Key slot or expansion cards for the PCIe slot.

How do I install memory in these barebone systems?

To install memory: ensure the system is powered off and unplugged, remove the appropriate access panel, align the notch on the SODIMM module with the socket key, insert at a 45-degree angle, and press down until it clicks into place. For best performance, use matched pairs of memory modules in dual-channel configuration and refer to the specific system manual for supported memory specifications.

What is the proper way to install an M.2 SSD in these systems?

To install an M.2 SSD: power off and unplug the system, access the M.2 slot location, insert the SSD at a 30-degree angle aligning the notch with the socket key, gently press down, and secure with the mounting screw. Be sure to verify the correct length support (2242/2280) and interface type (PCIe/SATA) for your specific M.2 slot before installation.

What power considerations should I be aware of when installing these systems?

When installing these industrial barebone systems, ensure your power source matches the required specifications (either AC input or DC input depending on model), provide adequate surge protection, consider uninterruptible power supply (UPS) for critical applications, ensure proper grounding, and leave sufficient clearance around the system for power connector access and heat dissipation.

Avalue · Computing System

BMX-T528

Data Sheet

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Manufacturer: Avalue

Highlights

11th Gen Intel Core i7-1165G7 / i5-1135G7 (15W, Tiger Lake)
EMX-TGLC-B1 board; dual DDR4 3200MHz SO-DIMM up to 64GB
Discrete TPM 2.0; RAID 0/1 (Core i SKUs)
M.2 Type-B (PCIe/SATA/USB, NVMe) w/ Nano-SIM (WWAN+GNSS)
M.2 Key-E 2230 (Wi-Fi / CNVi)
2 x 2.5" drive bays, 4 x antenna mounts
USB 3.1 Gen2 + USB 2.0; multi RS-232/422/485
Dual LAN; LVDS + 2–4 DisplayPort output
Dual power input (4-pin Mini-DIN + 2-pin terminal block)

Product Description

The Avalue BMX-T528 is a compact barebone system based on the EMX-TGLC-B1 board for 15W 11th Generation Intel Core i7-1165G7 / i5-1135G7 (Tiger Lake) processors.

Dual DDR4 3200MHz SO-DIMM sockets support up to 64GB (non-ECC), with discrete TPM 2.0, RAID 0/1 (Core i SKUs), and a flexible M.2 expansion set including a Nano-SIM slot for WWAN+GNSS.

The BMX-T528 is built for rugged, connected edge use: M.2 Type-B (PCIe/SATA/USB, NVMe-capable) and M.2 Key-E (Wi-Fi/CNVi), dual 2.5" drive bays, four antenna mounts, multiple RS-232/422/485 and RS-232 COM ports, USB 3.1 Gen2, dual LAN, LVDS plus 2–4 DisplayPort output, and dual power inputs (4-pin Mini-DIN and 2-pin terminal block) — suited to transportation, machine control, and field gateway roles on Windows or Linux.

Technical Specifications

Processor

Intel® Core™ i7-1165G7 Processor (15W)

Intel® Core™ i5-1135G7 Processor (15W)

*According to the EMX-TGLC-B1 standard BOM

Platform Controller Hub

Soc

System Memory

Two 260-pin DDR4 3200 MHz SO-DIMM socket, supports up to 64GB Max (non ECC only)

SBC

EMX-TGLC-B1

H/W Status Monitor

CPU temperature monitoring

Voltage monitoring

CPU fan speed control

Watchdog Timer

H/W Reset, 1sec. – 65535sec./min.1sec. or 1min. step

TPM

dTPM 2.0

I/O Chipset

NuvoTon_NCT6126D

BIOS Information

AMI uEFI BIOS, 256Mbit SPI Flash ROM

RAID

RAID0/1 (only Core i)

M.2

1-M.2 Type B 3042/3052/2242/2260/2280

Support PCI-e x1/ 1x SATA/1xUSB3.0/1xUSB2.0 with 1 x Nano SIM card slot with co-lay FPC connector, support WWAN+GNSS or NVMe (SATA) SSD

*SATA 2 share with M.2 key B SATA

*Only supports one SIM card

*Does not support I2S and PCM functions

*Only Support PCI-e x1 signal module

1-M.2 Key E 2230 support WiFi module and CNVi (1 x PCI-e x1 & USB 2.0 Signal)

*Does not support PCM/I2S and UART/SDIO functions

*Due to support Intel CNVI function, please do not use support UART or SDIO module to avoid misfunction.

M.2

1-M.2 Type B 3042/3052/2242/2260/2280 NVMe SSD

*SATA 2 share with M.2 key B SATA

*Only Support PCI-e x1 signal module

Drive Bay

2-2.5” Drive Bay (9.5mm)

SIM Slot

1 x Internal SIM slot

COM Port

4 x COM optional

Antenna

4 x Antenna with dust cover

USB

4 x USB2.0 optional

LVDS

1 x LVDS for DB26 Optional

AC/DC Input

1-4P Mini Din Jack (Edge)

1-2P Terminal Black (cable)

USB

4-USB 3.1 Gen2

Power Button

1 x Push Button for Power on/off

HDMI

2 x DP or 4 x DP

LED Indicator

1 x Power LED (Green)

1 x Storage LED (Red)

LAN Port

2 x RJ45

COM Port

2 x RS/232/RS422/485, 4 x RS-232

Antenna

2 x Antenna with dust cover

Antenna

2 x Antenna with dust cover

EC Debug

1 x 3 pin, pitch 2.00mm connector for EC SPI debug (JEC1)

Front Panel

1 x 2 x 5 pin, pitch 2.54mm connector for front panel_1 (JFP1)

DC-Input

1 x 4P Mini Din Jack

1 x 2 x 2 pin, pitch 4.20mm connector for power input connector (PWR1)

BIOS EC

1 x 2 x 4 pin, pitch 2.00mm connector for BIOS SPI (JBIOS1)

SATA Signal

2 x 7 pin SATAIII Interface connector

eSPI

1 x 2 x 6 pin, pitch 2.00mm connector for eSPI debug (JESPI1)

Clear CMOS Button

1 x 3 pin, pitch 2.00mm connector for CMOS clear (JRTC1)

RTC Battery

1 x 2 Pin Pitch 1.25mm SMT type battery connector (CR2032 Battery) JBAT1

AT/ATX Selector

1 x 1 x 3 pin pitch 2.54mm connector for AT/ATX jumper (JAT1)

SATA PWR

2 x 4-Pin Wafer (2.0mm) for 5V/12V Power SATA Power,1A

Graphic Chipset

Intel® Iris® Xe Graphics (i7-1165G7/ i5-1135G7)

Intel® UHD Graphics for 11th Gen Intel® Processors (i3-1115G4)

Resolution

˙DP (DP1.4): Max: 7680 x 4320@60 Hz

Note: This resolution is actual test result. Intel resolution as below:

˙2 x DP++: 1920 x 1080@60 Hz (with passive Displayport(DP) to HDMI Dongle/Adapter)

˙LVDS: 1920 x 1080 Dual channel 18/24-bits LVDS (Chrontel CH7513 eDP to LVDS)

˙eDP 4096 x 2304@60 Hz

*2 x DP++, LVDS

Multiple Display

Triple Display

Multiple Display: DP+DP+eDP or DP+DP+LVDS

Audio Codec

Realtek ALC897 co-lay ALC888S

LAN Chipset

1 x Intel® I226LM 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet (LAN2)

1 x Intel® I219LM Gigabit Ethernet PHY (LAN1)

*according to the EMX-TGLC-B1 standard BOM

Data Rate Per Port

10/100/1000 Base-Tx GbE compatible & 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet

ACPI

Single power ATX Support S0,S3, S4, S5

ACPI 5.0 Compliant

Power Mode

AT/ATX (ATX is default setting)

Voltage Input Spec.

+24Vdc

Voltage Input Connector

1-4P Mini Din Jack (Edge)

1-2P Terminal Black (cable)

OS

Win10, Win11, Linux

Operating Temp.

0°C ~ 50°C (w/SSD) ambient w/ 0.5 air flow

Storage Temp.

-30~70C° (-22°F ~ 158°F)

Operating Humidity

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

Dimension (W x L x H)

180mm x 182mm x 82.2 mm (Standard)

Weight

Net weight:2.2KG

Gross weight: 3.4KG

Vibration Test

With SSD:5Grms, IEC 60068-2-64, Random, 5 ~ 500Hz, 30min/axis

Shock Test

With SSD:50Grms, IEC 60068-2-27, Half Sine, 11ms

Drop Test

ISTA 2A, IEC-60068-2-32 Test : Ed

Mounting Kit

Wall mount kit (optional)

DIN RAIL (optional)

Items

4 x 角垫Rubber foot E199RF00010R

2 x L型固定支架（E195BMBMT52100R for Optional）

1 x 120W adapter optional

1 x Power cord (optional)

Ordering Information

BMX-T528-3G4-B2C

BMX-T528-5G7-B2C

BMX-T528-7G7-B2C

C971XBMT528001R

C971XBMT528002R

C971XBMT528003R

What is BMX-T528?

The BMX-T528 is a computing system manufactured by Avalue, designed specifically for barebone-system applications. The Avalue BMX-T528 is a compact barebone system based on the EMX-TGLC-B1 board for 15W 11th Generation Intel Core i7-1165G7 / i5-1135G7 (Tiger Lake) processors. Dual DDR4 3200MHz SO-DIMM sockets support up to 64GB (non-ECC), with discrete TPM 2.0, RAID 0/1 (Core i SKUs), and a flexible M.2 expansion set including a Nano-SIM slot for WWAN+GNSS. The BMX-T528 is built for rugged, connected edge use: M.2 Type-B (PCIe/SATA/USB, NVMe-capable) and M.2 Key-E (Wi-Fi/CNVi), dual 2.5" drive bays, four antenna mounts, multiple RS-232/422/485 and RS-232 COM ports, USB 3.1 Gen2, dual LAN, LVDS plus 2–4 DisplayPort output, and dual power inputs (4-pin Mini-DIN and 2-pin terminal block) — suited to transportation, machine control, and field gateway roles on Windows or Linux.

Key Features & Benefits

11th Gen Intel Core i7-1165G7 / i5-1135G7 (15W, Tiger Lake)
EMX-TGLC-B1 board; dual DDR4 3200MHz SO-DIMM up to 64GB
Discrete TPM 2.0; RAID 0/1 (Core i SKUs)
M.2 Type-B (PCIe/SATA/USB, NVMe) w/ Nano-SIM (WWAN+GNSS)
M.2 Key-E 2230 (Wi-Fi / CNVi)
2 x 2.5" drive bays, 4 x antenna mounts
USB 3.1 Gen2 + USB 2.0; multi RS-232/422/485
Dual LAN; LVDS + 2–4 DisplayPort output
Dual power input (4-pin Mini-DIN + 2-pin terminal block)

Applications & Use Cases

The BMX-T528 is ideal for various industrial automation applications:

DC-powered industrial installations and mobile applications
Wireless connectivity and remote monitoring applications
Legacy equipment integration and serial communication
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

Frequently Asked Questions

Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 2.0 is a security chip that provides hardware-based cryptographic functions. In industrial computing, it enhances security by enabling secure boot, protecting encryption keys, ensuring platform integrity, and preventing unauthorized access to sensitive data. This is particularly important for industrial systems that may handle confidential manufacturing data or control critical infrastructure.

If the system doesn't power on: check power connections and ensure the power source is functioning, verify the power button connection, confirm the power supply is working (if applicable), check for any visible damage, ensure components like CPU and memory are properly seated, reset CMOS if possible, and if available, check status LEDs for diagnostic information. If these steps don't resolve the issue, contact technical support.

To diagnose memory issues: check if memory modules are properly seated, try using just one memory module at a time to identify a potentially faulty module, verify you're using compatible memory specifications (speed, type), check for POST codes or beep patterns indicating memory failures, and run memory diagnostic tests through the BIOS or a bootable diagnostic tool. Many memory issues can be resolved by reseating or replacing modules.

If display output isn't working: verify cable connections, check that the monitor is powered on and set to the correct input source, try alternative display outputs if available, ensure the system is fully booting (check power LEDs and listen for fan operation), confirm the CPU and graphics hardware is properly functioning, update graphics drivers if possible, and reset BIOS settings to default if necessary.

To resolve Ethernet connectivity issues: check physical cable connections, verify network configuration settings (IP address, subnet mask, gateway), ensure Ethernet ports are enabled in BIOS, test with different network cables, check for link LEDs indicating physical connection status, update network adapter drivers, reset network hardware (switches, routers), and disable/enable network interfaces in the operating system to reset connections.

Highlights

Product Description

Technical Specifications

System Information

Processor

Platform Controller Hub

System Memory

SBC

H/W Status Monitor

Watchdog Timer

TPM

I/O Chipset

BIOS Information

RAID

Expansion

M.2

Storage

M.2

Drive Bay

Front I/O

SIM Slot

COM Port

Antenna

USB

Rear I/O

LVDS

AC/DC Input

USB

Power Button

HDMI

LED Indicator

LAN Port

COM Port

Right I/O

Antenna

Left I/O

Antenna

Onboard I/O

EC Debug

Front Panel

DC-Input

BIOS EC

SATA Signal

eSPI

Clear CMOS Button

RTC Battery

AT/ATX Selector

SATA PWR

Display

Graphic Chipset

Resolution

Multiple Display

Audio

Audio Codec

Ethernet

LAN Chipset

Data Rate Per Port

Power Requirement

ACPI

Power Mode

Voltage Input Spec.

Voltage Input Connector

Software Support

OS

Mechanical & Environmental

Operating Temp.

Storage Temp.

Operating Humidity

Dimension (W x L x H)

Weight

Vibration Test

Shock Test

Drop Test

Mounting Kit

Packing List

Items

Ordering Information

Ordering Information

What is BMX-T528?

Key Features & Benefits