“As with previous versions, the AI instruction sets, Intel AVX2 [advanced vector extensions 2] and VNNI [vector neural network instructions] ensure processing of deep learning inferences,” according to Congatec. “The integrated graphics further supports INT8 inference with up to 32 execution units, significantly improving object recognition and graphics processing compared to previous generations.”
Memory options go up to 16Gtyte LPDDR5-4800 memory with in-band ECC.
Busses include: twin 2.5Gbit Ethernet with TSN, 4x PCIe Gen3 lanes, 2x USB 3.2 Gen2, 6x USB 2.0, SATA Gen3.2, I2C and UART.
An optional wireless module adds Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3.
Windows 11 IoT Enterprise, Windows 10 IoT Enterprise 2021 LTSC and LTS Linux are supported.
The full name is ‘conga-SA8/core3-N355-16G-eMMC64’, or part number 051416.
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“Congatec also offers the SA8 SMARC module as an application-ready aReady.COM,” said the company. “It can be pre-configured, for instance, with installed and licensed ctrlX OS from Bosch Rexroth, Ubuntu Pro and Real-Time Hypervisor.”
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Typical areas of application include low-power applications such as point-of-sales, industrial PCs, AI-accelerated edge systems, automated guided vehicles (AGVs) and semi-autonomous vehicles in logistics. The many connection options and high energy efficiency also predestine the conga-SA8 modules for use in handheld medical devices and in medical diagnostics such as blood analyzers.
