Summary of POWERFUL, COMPACT AND READY2USE – THE NEW KONTRON SYSTEM-ON-MODULE (SOM)
Kontron introduces the SL i.MX8M Mini, a compact System-on-Module (SoM) featuring an ARM Cortex-A53/M4 processor and LPDDR4 memory. Designed for IoT and Industry 4.0, this 30mm x 30mm module offers high performance for 3D visualization, extensive interfaces, and robust security features like secure boot. It includes a ready-to-use Linux BSP and is compatible with Kontron's evaluation board, enabling cost-effective, machine-solderable development without connector expenses.
Parts used in the SL i.MX8M Mini Project:
- System-on-Module (SoM) SL i.MX8M Mini
- 4x Arm Cortex-A53 Processor
- 1x Arm Cortex-M4 Processor
- LPDDR4 Memory
- Linux Board Support Package (BSP)
- Evaluation Board (4.3 inch diagonal)
Kontron, a leading global provider of IoT/Embedded Computing Technology (ECT), will present its new System-on-Module (SoM) based on the latest processor and memory technology at the Embedded World trade fair in Nuremberg. The new SoM SL i.MX8M Mini provides an excellent and cost-effective basis for individual board and application developments.
The new SoM SL i.MX8M Mini is based on the latest processor technology 4x Arm® Cortex®-A53, 1x Arm® Cortex®-M4 and the memory technology LPDDR4. The compact module stands for maximum simplicity and efficiency within the smallest space (30 mm x 30 mm). It offers the highest performance for computing-intensive applications, demanding 3D visualizations and is optimally equipped with extensive interfaces. The ready2use Linux Board Support Package (BSP) is immediately and easily deployable for IoT and Industry 4.0 applications. Thanks to its compact design, the SoM module is predestined for a wide range of baseboard designs. Kontron also provides a corresponding evaluation board (form factor: 4.3″ diagonal) as a reference design. Since it is a machine-solderable module, there are no costs for the connectors on the SoM module and on the baseboard, nor for manual assembly.
To meet even the highest security requirements, the SoM SL i.MX8M Mini can be equipped with the latest encryption techniques, secure boot, and other security features. In combination with current wireless technologies and modern software architectures, it is a perfect building block for the development of secure devices in large IoT networks.
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- What technology does the new SoM SL i.MX8M Mini use?
The module uses 4x Arm Cortex-A53 processors, 1x Arm Cortex-M4 processor, and LPDDR4 memory technology. - How small is the compact module design?
The module measures 30 mm by 30 mm. - Can the SoM be used for 3D visualizations?
Yes, it offers the highest performance for computing-intensive applications demanding 3D visualizations. - Is there a reference design available for this module?
Kontron provides a corresponding evaluation board with a 4.3 inch diagonal form factor as a reference design. - Does the machine-solderable design incur connector costs?
No, there are no costs for connectors on the SoM module or baseboard, nor for manual assembly. - What security features can the SoM support?
The module can be equipped with latest encryption techniques, secure boot, and other security features. - Is the Linux BSP ready for immediate deployment?
Yes, the ready2use Linux Board Support Package is immediately and easily deployable for IoT and Industry 4.0 applications. - What type of applications is this module optimally equipped for?
It is optimally equipped for IoT and Industry 4.0 applications requiring extensive interfaces.
