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iBASE IB904 Industrial Single Board Computer
The iBASE IB904 Industrial Single Board Computer is built around a compact 3.5-inch disk-size form factor, supporting deployment in tight industrial environments such as manufacturing, transportation, and energy sectors. Its AMD Embedded G-series SoC processor with integrated Radeon HD8000 GPU enables efficient processing and visual outputs via DVI-I and dual-channel LVDS interfaces, suitable for control systems and monitoring applications. The IB904 includes dual PCI-E Gigabit LAN ports and mSATA storage, ensuring high-speed data communication and reliable storage in continuous-duty settings. Designed for field readiness, this unit is sealed against dust, temperature-hardened for operation between 0°C and 60°C, and rated for 90% non-condensing humidity tolerance. The jumperless selection for RS232/422/485 serial ports enhances installation flexibility, while vibration tolerance and compliance with RoHS and CE certifications underline its industrial-grade resilience.
System monitoring is supported by iSMART utility and AMI BIOS, confirming ruggedness for 24/7 use with low maintenance requirements.
IB904 Features
- Onboard Amd Embedded G-Series Soc
- 1X DDR3/ DDR3L So-Dimm, Max. 8Gb
- Supports DVI-I and 24-Bit Dual Channel Lvds
- 2X Realtek Rtl8111G-Cg PCI-E Gigabit Lan
- Watchdog Timer, Digital I/O, Msata, ISMART
- 2X USB3.0, 4X USB 2.0, 4X Com, 2X SATA Iii
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Product Type
Manufacturer
Ruggedness
Mounting Format
Processor
Country Of Manufacture
Taiwan
Certifications
RoHS Compliant, CE
Dimensions
102mm x 147mm (4" x 5.8")
Audio
AMD Embedded G-series SoC built-in audio controller w/ Realtek ALC269Q-VC2-GR HD codec w/class-D speaker amplifier
BIOS
AMI
Display Interface
Supports DVI-I and 24-bit dual channel LVDS
Expansion Slots
2x Mini PCI-E
Form Factor FILTER
3.5" SBC
H/W Monitor
Yes
I/O Chipset
Fintek F81846AD-I 1x RS232/422/485 (Jumperless selection), 3x RS232, 2x SATAIII
LAN Connector
2x RJ-45 on board
LAN Controller
2x Realtek RTL8111G-CG PCI-E Gigabit LAN
Others
Digital I/O, +9V~+24V DC In, iSMART
SSD
1x mSATA (Thru Mini PCI-E)
System Memory
1x DDR3/ DDR3L SO-DIMM, Max. 8GB (Non-ECC)
USB
2 ports USB 3.0 onboard 4 ports USB 2.0 via pin header
VGA Controller
AMD Embedded G-series SoC built-in GPU (AMD Radeon HD8000 series)
VGA Memory
Shared memory
Watchdog Timer
256 levels
Expansion
Mini PCI-E
Humidity
90% Humidity Resistant (non-condensing @ 60C)
Operating Temperature
0C~60C (32CF~140CF)
Ordering Info
IB904F-Q2G AMD Embedded G-series GX-420CA SoC (2.0GHz) 3.5-inch Disk Size SBC w/ DVI-I & LVDS (24-bit dual channel), dual PCI-E Gigabit LAN, mSATA, iSMART IB904F-Q15 AMD Embedded G-series GX-415GA SoC (1.5GHz) 3.5-inch Disk Size SBC w/ DVI-I & LVDS (24-bit dual channel), dual PCI-E Gigabit LAN, mSATA, iSMART IB904F-16 AMD Embedded G-series GX-217GA SoC (1.65GHz) 3.5-inch Disk Size SBC w/ DVI-I & LVDS (24-bit dual channel), dual PCI-E Gigabit LAN, mSATA, iSMART IB68A Cable kit for IB903F series, w/ SATA + power cable, COM, USB, power cable HSIB904-BGA Heatsink w/ fan for IB904F series HSIB904-BGA-1 Heat spreader for IB904F series
Processor
AMD
Storage Temperature
-40C~80C (-40CF~176CF)
The iBASE IB904 Industrial Single Board Computer is designed and engineered for use in demanding environments where reliability, durability are essential. The IB904 supports a wide range of industries and operational applications.
Common deployment industries include: Construction, Defence And Military, Energy and Utilities, Industrial Manufacturing, Logistics And Supply Chain, Marine And Offshore, Oil and Gas, Rail And Transport.
Across these sectors, the IB904 is typically used in applications such as Fleet Management And Telematics, Industrial HMI And Machine Interfacing, Predictive Maintenance And Condition Monitoring, Preventive And Corrective Maintenance, Process Control And Shop-Floor Monitoring, Robotics And Autonomous System Control, SCADA And Control-Room Access, Vehicle Diagnostics And Onboard Systems.
These examples demonstrate the versatility of the IB904 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 IB904 is appropriate for your specific application, please contact us.
The iBASE IB904 Industrial Single Board Computer comes with a Standard Manufacturers Limited Warranty + Option To Extend 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 IB904 Industrial Single Board Computer, must be presented to RUGGED in the United Kingdom.
For more information about the iBASE IB904 Industrial Single Board Computer or to arrange repairs and services not covered by the warranty, please visit the warranty section on our website.
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