Modular. Scalable. Industrial Grade I/O
EDGEBoost I/Os provide the latest in transformative technologies, providing maximum flexibility and compatibility with C&T industrial computing solutions. System integrators and OEMS can configure their industrial computer directly for their applications workloads with plug and play ease.
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Interoperability through PCIe protocol: Seamless low-latency communication and high-speed bandwidth
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Modular and scalable: Mix and match customization for flexible I/O configuration
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Ruggedized for harsh environments: Purpose built to withstand the toughest environmental challenges for ultimate reliability
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Compatible with EDGEBoost Brackets: Plug and play integration into C&T industrial computers
PCIe Speeds
Rugged Resistance
EDGEBoost Bracket
Modular Expansion
EDGEBoost Brackets: A Modular I/O Solution
EDGEBoost Brackets are purpose-built to integrate an EDGEBoost I/O Module into its design. When selecting a C&T industrial computer with EDGEBoost Brackets, you gain access to the advantages of a modular, scalable, and configurable solution to meet mission critical I/O requirements for more wired connectivity, digital and analog I/O, and edge AI scalability.
BCO/RCO-1000 Series Fanless Mini Computer
Ultra-compact and fanless mini computers provide low-power data processing for the most space constrained deployments
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Scalable up to 3 EDGEBoost I/O modules
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EDGEBoost I/O modules designed as stackable expansion
RCO-3000 Series Small Form Factor Computer
Rugged and fanless computer with a high-performance processing, scalable I/O, and wireless connectivity.
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Supports 1 EDGEBoost I/O module
ACO-6000 Series In-Vehicle Computer
EN50155 certified in-vehicle computers for seamless integration with railway and intelligent transportation.
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Supports up to 2 EDGEBoost I/O modules
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Up to 18x LAN, 16x PoE, and 16x USB
RCO-6000 Series AI Edge Inference Computer
High performance inference computers for the most powerful data processing in real-time, scalable I/O, wireless connectivity, and support modular EDGEBoost Nodes.
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Supports up to 2 EDGEBoost I/O modules
Scalable EDGEBoost I/O Module Technology
Hardware deployments at the rugged edge require reliability in the harshest settings. Mix and match key technologies to enable performance when it matters most in a add-on modular design.
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Edge AI M.2 accelerators
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NVMe M.2 storage
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5G connectivity modems
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Power-Over-Ethernet LAN RJ45/M12 connectors
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Digital and legacy I/O ports
Mission Critical I/O For Industry 4.0
As technological advances in IoT, Big Data, and Machine Intelligence put greater demands on industries like manufacturing and automation, data movement from Information Technology (IT) and Operational Technology (OT) rely on a variety of interoperability with key I/O ports for reliable data processing, storage, and connectivity.
Select EDGEBoost I/O Modules For Compatibility
C&T standard computing solutions can support a variety of modular add-on daughterboards and carrier boards for more wired connectivity, digital and analog I/O, and edge AI scalability. Browse through our selection of EDGEBoost I/O modules and discover how to maximize your I/O requirements with plug and play ease.
Edge AI / Storage
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EBIO-2M2BK | Integrate cutting-edge technologies into our industrial computers with M.2 accelerators. Provided are dual M.2 B-key slots for Edge AI inferencing, NVMe storage, and/or 5G connectivity. |
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EBIO-M2MK | Enable unparalleled data transfer speeds or real-time-edge AI inferencing with single-slot M.2 M-Key EDGEBoost I/O. |
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EBIO-M2BK | EDGEBoost I/O module dedicated for plug-and-play 5G wireless network connectivity. Single M.2 B-Key supporting 5G wireless modules and a dual SIM socket with a SIM switch allowing for for multiple network carrier support. |
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Connectivity
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EBIO-4ETH | Additional peripheral connectivity through 4 LAN ports for IoT devices. |
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EBIO-4ETH-POE | Additional peripheral connectivity through 4 LAN ports with Power-Over-Ethernet (PoE) capability for IoT devices. Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) provides power and data through a single cable connection for a seamless embedded setup. |
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EBIO-4ETH-M12 | Expand IoT connectivity with 4 additional LAN ports with M12 connectors. M12 connectors provide a locking connection with ingress protection from dust, water, debris, shock and vibration. |
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EBIO-4ETH-POE-M12 | Streamline ruggedized IoT connections with 4 Power-over-Ethernet LAN ports in M12 locking connectors. Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) provides power and data through a single cable connection for a seamless embedded setup. |
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EBIO-4LAN | Provides 4 LAN ports to our industrial computers for additional IoT connectivity. Only compatible with 7th Gen Intel® Core™ Processor (KBL Series) computers. |
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EBIO-4LAN-POE | Additional peripheral connectivity through 4 LAN ports with Power-Over-Ethernet (PoE) capability for IoT devices. Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) provides power and data through a single cable connection for a seamless embedded setup. Only compatible with 7th Gen Intel® Core™ Processor (KBL Series) computers. |
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EBIO-4LAN-M12 | Expand IoT connectivity with 4 additional LAN ports with M12 connectors. M12 connectors provide a locking connection with ingress protection from dust, water, debris, shock and vibration. Only compatible with 7th Gen Intel® Core™ Processor (KBL Series) computers. |
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EBIO-4LAN-POE-M12 | Streamline ruggedized IoT connections with 4 power-over-ethernet LAN ports in M12 locking connectors. Only compatible with 7th Gen Intel® Core™ Processor (KBL Series) computers. |
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EBIO-D10G | Deliver data-center class performance to the rugged edge with 10GbE data transfer speeds for real-time data aggregation. |
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I/O
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EBIO-4U3 | Add 4x USB 3.0 Type A Ports for IoT devices connectivity and more. |
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EBIO-4USB | Deliver 4 additional USB 2.0 ports for expanded connectivity for IoT devices. |
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EBIO-2COM | Different applications and deployments may utilize more legacy ports. This EDGEBoost I/O provides an additional 2 COM ports to our ultra-compact Fanless Mini Computers for expanded IoT connectivity. |
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EBIO-DP-DIO | Provides the ultra-compact Fanless Mini Computers with support for an additional 4K independent display and DIO connection. DIO enhances automation capabilities and can be programmable to specific operations. |
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EBIO-HDMI | Enhance immersion and experience with an additional HDMI 2.0 port for FHD experience. |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is a C&T EDGEBoost I/O module?
The EDGEBoost I/O modules are proprietary daughterboards and carrier boards with a particular set of I/O that can be integrated into C&T industrial computers that feature an EDGEBoost bracket.
- Is the C&T EdgeBoost I/O module compatible with ALL C&T computers?
No, the EdgeBoost I/O module is designed specifically for specific C&T industrial computers that have an available EDGEboost bracket slot. Make sure your computer model is compatible with the module before adding it into an I/O configuration. Contact our embedded computing experts and they will help configure your computing solution to meet your optimal I/O requirements.
- What are the benefits of EDGEBoost I/O?
The modular EdgeBoost I/O is an advanced technology that provides a wide range of input and output options for your C&T fanless industrial computers. Many traditional computing systems are limited to the fixed I/O on the motherboard. However, EDGEBoost I/O modules provide a streamlined solution for maximum I/O scale for specific applications.
