April 7, 2020 – AAEON introduced the GENE-WHU6 subcompact board, powered by 8th Generation Intel Core processors. Despite its size, the board offers functionality, able to deliver the flexibility of a desktop system. GENE-WHU6 combines processing power with up to 32GB of DDR4 SODIMM RAM for computing performance. Designed for functionality, the GENE-WHU6 provides a compliment of I/O features, including four USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports, two Gigabit Ethernet ports, and up to two COM ports supporting RS-232/422/485.
The GENE-WHU6 also offers flexibility with display ports, featuring HDMI 2.0, VGA and LVDS. Users can also make use of the expandability of the GENE-WHU6 with a full-sized mPCIe slot, and two M.2 slots (one 2280 B Key and one 2230 E Key). The GENE-WHU6 supports AI accelerator modules, such as AAEON’s Kneron KL520 NPU modules or the AI Core X family featuring Intel Movidius Myriad X.
The GENE-WHU6 is built to power embedded applications wherever it’s deployed. Designed for tough conditions, the GENE-WHU6 features voltage input (9-36V) as well as an operating temperature range (0°C to 60°C). Combined with its 3.5” form factor, the GENE-WHU6 can be deployed just about anywhere to power applications such as Smart Manufacturing and Intelligent Safety and Security. With the GENE-WHU6, AAEON continues to offer manufacturer support and OEM/ODM services.
With these services, AAEON can provide customers with custom configurations and end-to-end project support.
