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iBASE FWA8708 Enterprise 1U Network Appliance
The iBASE FWA8708 is a 1U rackmount network appliance designed for enterprise environments demanding dense connectivity and scalable performance. It supports 8th Generation Intel Xeon and Core processors with up to 64GB DDR4 memory for robust data handling and flexible deployment options. The device integrates 16 GbE ports through onboard Intel Ethernet controllers and optional NIC modules, enabling versatile network configurations. Its industrial-grade chassis offers shock resistance and thermal management suitable for continuous operation in data centres and edge locations. Power redundancy is achievable with available 1+1 redundant 300W PSU options. Additional expandability comes via PCIe and M.2 slots, supporting storage and secure boot with TPM 2.0. Management features include IPMI support with onboard MGMT LAN and front-panel indicators for status monitoring. Certified for CE and FCC standards, the FWA8708 combines reliability with practical flexibility, making it well-suited for sustained network throughput and security in demanding conditions.
Its industrial-grade chassis offers shock resistance and thermal management suitable for continuous operation in data centres and edge locations. Power redundancy is achievable with available 1+1 redundant 300W PSU options. Additional expandability comes via PCIe and M.2 slots, supporting storage and secure boot with TPM 2.0. Management features include IPMI support with onboard MGMT LAN and front-panel indicators for status monitoring.
FWA8708 Features
- 8th Gen Intel® Xeon® / Core™ i7/i5/i3, up to 6 core processors with C246 or H310 PCH
- 6x RJ45 GbE + 2x SFP GbE on board
- 4x or 2x DDR4 DIMMs; Max. 64GB (ECC/non-ECC)
- Optional IPMI 2.0 module (for FWA8708-C only)
- Optional NIC slot (for FWA8708-C only)
- 1x Mini PCI-E slot, 1x M.2 slot
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Product Type
Manufacturer
Ruggedness
Mounting Format
Processor
Country Of Manufacture
Taiwan
Case Material
Black
Certifications
CE/FCC
Custom Options Products
Processor,Memory,Storage,Connections
GbE Ports
16
Housing Colour
Black
Bypass
2x segment, LAN3/4 & 5/6
Chipset
FWA8708-C: Intel® C246 PCH chipset
FWA8708-H: Intel® H310 PCH chipset
CPU
FWA8708-C:LGA1151 socket for 8th Gen Intel® Xeon® / Core™ i7/i5/i3processors
FWA8708-H:LGA1151 socket for 8th Gen Intel® Core® i7/i5/i3 processors
Display
1x VGA via pin-header
1x LCM
Expansion Slots
1 or 2x PCI-E slot on rear panel
1x Mini PCI-E slot (PCIe, SATA signal)
1x M.2 slot (M-key with PCIe x4 & SATA signal)
Front I/O
3x LED (Power / HDD / Status)
1x Factory default button (GPIO)
1x RJ45 console
2x USB 3.0
1x MGMT (LAN1 share with IPMI NC-SI port)
LAN
FWA8708-C:
On board: 6x Intel® I210AT + 2x Intel® I210IS GbE
NIC module slot: 1x IBN card, Max. 6 GbE
FWA8708-H:
6x Intel® I211AT GbE
Max. Power Requirement
Full range 250W ATX power supply or 300W 1+1 Redundant power supply
Memory
FWA8708-C: 4x DDR4 DIMMs, up to 2666MHz,
Max. 64GB UDIMM (ECC or non-ECC)
FWA8708-H: 2x DDR4 DIMMs, up to 2666MHz,
Max. 32GB UDIMM (Non-ECC)
No. Of Ports
16 GbE Ports
Power Supply
Full range 250W ATX power supply or_x005F_x000D_ 300W 1+1 Redundant power supply
Storage
2x 2.5†/ 3.5†SATA drive bay
_x005F_x000D_1x M.2 slot (M-key with PCIe x4 & SATA signal)
TPM
TPM 2.0
Operating Temperature
0°C ~ 40°C (32°F ~ 104°F)
Ordering Info
FWA8708-C 1U - Rackmount Appliance, MBN805C 8th Gen Intel® Xeon® / Core™ i7/i5/i3 Processors, C246 PCH, 4x DDR4 DIMMs, Max. 16 GbE Ports, 250W PSU, CPU Cooler, optional IPMI, Barebone without RAM/HDD/Drive Bay Kit/IBN Card
Processor
Intel
Storage Temperature
-20°C ~ 70°C (-4°F ~ 158°F)
The iBASE FWA8708 Enterprise 1U Network Appliance is designed and engineered for use in demanding environments where reliability, durability are essential. The FWA8708 supports a wide range of industries and operational applications.
Common deployment industries include: Education, Energy and Utilities, Industrial Manufacturing, Logistics And Supply Chain, Public Sector, Security And Surveillance.
Across these sectors, the FWA8708 is typically used in applications such as Emergency Dispatch And Incident Management, Fleet Management And Telematics, Industrial HMI And Machine Interfacing, Process Control And Shop-Floor Monitoring, Route Planning And Navigation, SCADA And Control-Room Access, Secure Communications And Command-And-Control, Vehicle Diagnostics And Onboard Systems.
These examples demonstrate the versatility of the FWA8708 across both industry sectors and real-world operational use cases. Its suitability extends well beyond the scenarios listed above, making it a flexible solution for a broad range of requirements.
For further information, or to assess whether the FWA8708 is appropriate for your specific application, please contact us.
The iBASE FWA8708 Enterprise 1U Network Appliance comes with a 1 Year Limited Warranty against defects in workmanship and materials, effective from the date of shipment (unless otherwise agreed in writing).
To receive service under this warranty, the eligible product, iBASE FWA8708 Enterprise 1U Network Appliance, must be presented to RUGGED in the United Kingdom.
For more information about the iBASE FWA8708 Enterprise 1U Network Appliance or to arrange repairs and services not covered by the warranty, please visit the warranty section on our website.
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