Introduction; Microetxexpress®-Sp; Naming Clarification - Kontron microETXexpress-SP User Manual

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Introduction

2.1 microETXexpress®-SP
The Kontron microETXexpress®-SP Computer-on-Module is designed to extend the COM Express® specification to
include a small module format (95 x 95 mm) with the commonly used COM Express® Type 2 connector. This will enable
the development of energy-saving, high-end graphics devices based on the Intel® Atom™ processor (up to 1.6GHz)
and the Intel® System Controller Hub US15W without having to stray from the secure development path of utilizing
an established and future-proof industry standard.
The Kontron microETXexpress®-SP offers LVDS as well as more sophisticated graphics support with SDVO. SDVO
delivers additional video signals for DVI monitor outputs, SDTV and HDTV television outputs and TV tuner inputs that
greatly simplify system graphics design. This special feature makes this 95 x 95 mm Computer-on-Module ideal for
small mobile and extremely energy-efficient multimedia devices as well as for mobile test and measurement
applications. Other standard features of the microETXexpress-SP include: Gigabit Ethernet, Serial ATA, single-channel
LVDS and USB 2.0.
All Kontron microETXexpress® family modules are compatible with the COM Express® standard (Pin-out Type 2)
allowing for easy interchangeability and ensuring design scaleability and future migration paths.
The microETXexpress®-SP is a complete PC with standard interfaces including USB and additional options such as
sound capabilities, flat panel interface, Ethernet, etc.
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Naming clarification

COM Express® defines a Computer-On-Module, or COM, with all components necessary for a bootable host computer,
packaged as a super component. Interfaces will provide a smooth transition path from legacy parallel interfaces to
LVDS (Low Voltage Differential Signaling) interfaces. These include the PCI bus and parallel ATA and PCI Express and
Serial ATA.
» ETXexpress® modules are Kontron's COM Express® modules in basic form factor (125mm x 95mm)
» microETXexpress® modules are Kontron's COM Express® modules in compact form factor (95mm x 95mm)
» nanoETXexpress modules are Kontron's COM Express® modules in the future mini form factor (55mm x
84mm)
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