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iBASE MI961 Industrial Motherboard
For industrial and embedded deployments, the iBASE MI961 Industrial Motherboard delivers reliable Mini-ITX performance designed for compact systems. It supports Intel 2nd Generation Core processors on the LGA1155 socket, optimising scalability and efficiency for various embedded applications. The board is engineered to operate within a temperature range of 0°C to 60°C and tolerates up to 90% humidity, suiting field-ready environments where sealed protection is essential. Dual Realtek RTL8111E Gigabit LAN ports ensure stable network connectivity, while multiple display outputs including HDMI, DVI-D, and VGA provide flexible visual interface options.
Additional connectivity features include USB 2.0 and 3.0 ports alongside legacy serial interfaces for diverse device integration. The motherboard also incorporates industrial-level hardware monitoring and a watchdog timer for sustained operational reliability. Its Mini-ITX form factor (170mm x 170mm) supports compact installation, and the motherboard can handle up to 16GB DDR3 memory for intensive processing demands. Certified to RoHS and CE standards, this industrial-grade motherboard is built to resist electrical noise and vibration typical of industrial environments, maintaining consistent and continuous-duty operation.
MI961 Features
- Original OEM Module
- Rohs Compliant, CE
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Product Type
Manufacturer
Ruggedness
Mounting Format
Processor
Country Of Manufacture
Taiwan
Certifications
RoHS Compliant, CE
Dimensions
170mm x 170mm (6.7" x 6.7")
Audio
Intel H61 PCH built-in HD audio + Realtek ALC892 codec
BIOS
AMI BIOS
Display Interface
Supports HDMI, DVI-D and VGA
Expansion Slots
1x PCI-E(x16) 1x Mini PCI-E(x1) - w/ USB signal (full-size)
Form Factor FILTER
Mini-ITX
H/W Monitor
Yes
I/O Chipset
Fintek F81846AD-I 3x RS232, 1x RS232/422/485, 3x SATA II
LAN Connector
RJ-45 on board
LAN Controller
2x Realtek RTL8111E Gigabit LAN
Others
Digital I/O(4-in/4-out), iSMART
SSD
1x mSATA via Mini PCI-E
System Memory
2x DDR3 DIMM, Max. 16GB (Non-ECC)
System Speed
2.53GHz
USB
4 ports on board, 4 ports via pin-header (USB 2.0) 2 ports on board (USB 3.0)
VGA Controller
Intel Core i7/i5/i3/ Pentiumï¾®/ Celeron processors integrate
VGA Memory
Max. Shared Memory - 1024 MB
Watchdog Timer
256 levels
Expansion
PCI-E
Form Factor
Mini-ITX
Humidity
90% Humidity Resistant (non-condensing @ 60C)
Operating Temperature
0C~60C (32CF~140CF)
Ordering Info
MI961F LGA1155 H61 Mini-ITX motherboard with HDMI, VGA and DVI-D, Dual Gigabit LAN, 3x SATA II, 1x PCI-E(16x),1x Mini PCI-E, iSMART
Processor
Intel
Storage Temperature
-20C~80C (-4CF~176CF)
The iBASE MI961 Industrial Motherboard is designed and engineered for use in demanding environments where reliability, durability are essential. The MI961 supports a wide range of industries and operational applications.
Common deployment industries include: Broadcast and Media, Education, Energy and Utilities, Industrial Manufacturing, Public Sector, Security And Surveillance, Transportation and Rail.
Across these sectors, the MI961 is typically used in applications such as Asset Tracking And Management, Industrial HMI And Machine Interfacing, Preventive And Corrective Maintenance, Process Control And Shop-Floor Monitoring, SCADA And Control-Room Access, Secure Communications And Command-And-Control, Vehicle-Mounted Computing (MDTs / VMCs), Warehouse Picking And Put-Away.
These examples demonstrate the versatility of the MI961 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 MI961 is appropriate for your specific application, please contact us.
The iBASE MI961 Industrial Motherboard 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 MI961 Industrial Motherboard, must be presented to RUGGED in the United Kingdom.
For more information about the iBASE MI961 Industrial Motherboard or to arrange repairs and services not covered by the warranty, please visit the warranty section on our website.
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