CoreExpress-ECO

Description CoreExpress-ECO

CoreExpress-ECO

The CoreExpress-ECO is a Computer on Module (COM) implementation in a tiny, 58 mm x 65 mm only, format. It is based on the CoreExpress specification, a no-compromise new development that surpasses exiting specifications.
CoreExpress modules are legacy-free, meaning they come with digital interfaces only; when an application requires analog signals, these can easily be implemented on the carrier board. The tiny module size stems from today's advanced chip technology that not only reduces the required space but also allows for very low power processors. The low power requirements lead to minimum cooling efforts, decreasing the total dimensions further, when compared to existing solutions.
The CoreExpress-ECO utilizes an Intel® Atom&tade; processor and the Intel® System Controller Hub US15W. The processor's advanced micro-architecture retains the popular X86 programming model.
An evaluation kit is available to assist in the development of customer designed carriers.
Supported operating systems are Windows, QNX and Linux.

LiPPERT Enhanced Management Technology

CoreExpress-ECO features the LiPPERT Enhanced Management Technology (LEMT) based on an integrated system management controller (SMC). It handles the power sequencing and other housekeeping tasks, and provides a protected flash area for miscellaneous user information.
Condition monitoring is supported by providing various system counters and information. They keep track of total operating hours, current system uptime, processor temperature, and much more.

Technical Data

The computer module comes completely with up to 1 GB of SDDR2 RAM soldered to the board, graphics, MPEG2/4 support, LVDS and SDVO display ports, as well as HD audio streams. Two PCI Express lanes are available for external I/O and graphics. There are eight USB 2.0 ports, IDE, SDIO/MMC interface, SMBus, and LPC bus available for even further expansion. All these signals are made available on a tiny 220 pin connector.

Interfaces

Mounting

Mounting CoreExpress-ECO The CoreExpress-ECO must be mounted on an application defined carrier board, on which all required interfaces are implemented. Together with the passive heatsink, it needs a rectangular area of only 2.76" by 2.49". The heatsink serves also as an EMC shield for the modules. The graphics shows the mounting details (click to enlarge).