Summary of Cirrus7 Launches AI-Box TX2 and four Kaby Lake-based mini-PCs
Cirrus7 introduced the AI-Box TX2, a compact mini-PC featuring a Jetson TX2 module with extended temperature support (-20 to 70°C). Designed for AI and robotics, it includes dual Arm cores, a Pascal GPU, and various I/O options. The article also details four Kaby Lake-based models and the new Nimbini v2 Gemini Edition, which supports Intel Gemini Lake SoCs for versatile computing tasks.
Parts used in the AI-Box TX2:
- Jetson TX2 module
- Dual Denver 2 Arm cores
- 4x Cortex-A57 cores
- 8GB 128-bit LPDDR4
- 32GB eMMC
- Optional microSD slot
- M.2 M-key 2280 slot
- Optional NVMe SSD
- Optional 802.11ac WiFi module
- Dual SMA connectors
- GbE port
- USB 2.0 ports
- 2x USB 3.0 ports
- Mini-HDMI 2.0 port
- Optional CAN interface
- Optional UART interface
- Optional I2C interface
- Optional DIN-rail power supply
Parts used in the Nimbini v2 Gemini Edition:
- Intel Gemini Lake SoC
- Intel Celeron J4005
- Intel Pentium Silver J5005
- 4GB DDR4 RAM
- 120GB SSD
- GbE port
- 4x USB 3.0 ports
- Mini-Toslink digital audio jack
- 2x HDMI 2.0a ports
- SATA drive
- M.2 slot
Cirrus7 has launched an “AI-Box TX2” mini-PC with a Jetson TX2 module with -20 to 70°C extended temperature support. Cirrus7 also offers four Kaby Lake-based mini-PCs and a new Gemini Lake model.
The AI-Box TX2 has a similar build like its earlier 7th Gen Kaby Lake-based mini-PCs, but it is the smallest of all with 155 x 120 x 49mm dimensions. The AI-Box TX2 is designed based on the Jetson TX2 module, which is fitted with dual high-end “Denver 2” Arm cores and 4x Cortex-A57 cores. The AI-Box TX2 offers 8GB 128-bit LPDDR4 and 32GB eMMC. The AI-Box TX2 also has an optional microSD slot and a standard M.2 M-key 2280 slot with SATA and PCIe 2.0 x4. It also supports an optional NVMe SSD. An optional 802.11ac (WiFi 5) with Bluetooth module is available, as well as dual SMA connectors for antennas. The AI-Box TX2 offers GbE, USB 2.0, and 2x USB 3.0 ports. A mini-HDMI 2.0 port supports 4K displays, as well as optional CAN, UART, and I2C interfaces. The system is protected by an optional power input for a second supply or UPS, and also an optional DIN-rail power supply.
The system offers various mounting options, such as DIN-rail, VESA arm, and wall mounting. The system operates at 8-10W, with a less than 4W in idle. Option to customize the system by special order is available. The 256-core Pascal GPU and its CUDA libraries enable AI and machine learning algorithms useful in applications for drones, robotics, and a host of technology.
Other Cirrus7 mini-PCs include:
Cirrus7 Nimbini v2 Gemini Edition: The 157 x 157 x 81mm Nimbini v2 models are built on Intel NUC baseboards, and support dual 4K displays. The Gemini Edition offers a choice of Intel Gemini Lake SoCs instead of Kaby Lake. The Nimbini v2 Gemini Edition offers a GbE port, 4x USB 3.0 ports, a mini-Toslink digital audio jack, and 2x HDMI 2.0a ports for up to 4K@60 video. The price starts at 299 Euros ($344) with a dual-core, 2GHz Celeron J4005 with Linux, but without RAM, storage, WiFi/BT module, or mounting options. For a configured model with 4GB DDR4 and 120GB SSD, it is priced at 357 Euros, or $410. For a quad-core, 1.5GHz Pentium Silver J5005, an additional 69 Euros is charged, and it goes for a total of $426. It offers up to 16GB RAM and storage to 2TB. A SATA drive can be included in addition to the standard M.2 slot, or swap out the M.2 for one or two SATA drives.
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- What is the operating temperature range of the AI-Box TX2?
The system supports an extended temperature range from -20 to 70°C. - How many cores does the Jetson TX2 module in the AI-Box TX2 have?
It features dual high-end Denver 2 Arm cores and 4x Cortex-A57 cores. - Does the AI-Box TX2 support external storage expansion?
Yes, it offers an optional microSD slot, a standard M.2 M-key 2280 slot, and optional NVMe SSD support. - Can the Nimbini v2 Gemini Edition display multiple 4K screens?
Yes, the model supports dual 4K displays via its 2x HDMI 2.0a ports. - What is the starting price for the unconfigured Nimbini v2 Gemini Edition?
The price starts at 299 Euros for a model with a dual-core Celeron J4005 and Linux but without RAM or storage. - How much power does the AI-Box TX2 consume during operation?
The system operates at 8-10W, with less than 4W when idle. - What mounting options are available for the AI-Box TX2?
Users can choose from DIN-rail, VESA arm, and wall mounting options. - Which interfaces are optional on the AI-Box TX2?
Optional interfaces include CAN, UART, and I2C. - Can the Nimbini v2 Gemini Edition be configured with more than 4GB of RAM?
Yes, it offers up to 16GB of RAM. - Does the AI-Box TX2 support wireless connectivity out of the box?
An optional 802.11ac WiFi 5 module with Bluetooth is available.
