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iBASE MI985 Industrial Motherboard
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Designed for industrial environments, the iBASE MI985 Industrial Motherboard delivers reliable computing power for automation, control systems, and kiosk applications. Built around a Mini-ITX form factor, it supports 5th Generation Intel Core processors with the Intel QM87 chipset, optimising performance and power management. The board features dual Gigabit LAN controllers and multiple expansion slots, including PCI-E and Mini PCI-E interfaces, for versatile connectivity and integration. Its operating temperature range from -20 6C to 80 6C and humidity tolerance up to 90% non-condensing at 60 6C confirm its resilience in demanding settings. The motherboard supports up to 16GB DDR3L memory to handle continuous workloads effectively.
The design is reinforced to meet MIL-STD standards for shock and vibration resistance, underscoring its durability in rugged deployments. Display options include dual DVI, DisplayPort, LVDS, and eDP compatibility for flexible monitoring solutions. Security features such as TPM 2.0 and Intel Active Management Technology 10.0 support manageability and secure operation. Certified to RoHS and CE, this field-ready motherboard suits industrial-grade applications where stable and continuous operation is essential.
MI985 Features
- Original OEM Module
- Rohs Compliant, CE
- Supports DVI-D, VGA and Displayport
- 2X Intel PCI-E Gigabit Lan
- 2X USB 3.0, 6X USB 2.0, 6X Com, 2X SATA Iii, 2X SATA Ii
- 2X Mini PCI-E Slots,1X PCI-E(16X)
- Watchdog Timer, Digital I/O, ISMART 3.0
- 1X Sim Card Slot
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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 QM87 PCH built-in HD audio controller+ ALC892 with 7.1 channels
BIOS
AMI
Display Interface
Supports 24-bit dual channel LVDS/eDP DVI-I, DVI-D, DisplayPort
Expansion Slots
1x PCI-E(x16), 2x Mini PCI-E(x1)
Form Factor FILTER
Mini-ITX
H/W Monitor
Yes
I/O Chipset
Fintek F81866AD-I 5x RS232, 1x RS-232/422/485 (jumperless selection) 4x SATA III, 2x SATA II
LAN Connector
2x RJ-45 on board
LAN Controller
Intel I218LM PHY Intel I211AT PCI-E Gigabit LAN
Others
Digital I/O (4-in/4-out), ATX power connector, iSMART 3.1
SSD
N/A
System Memory
2x DDR3L SO-DIMM, Max. 16GB (Non-ECC)
System Speed
2.7GHz
USB
2 ports on board 4 ports via pin-header (USB 2.0) 4 ports on board (USB 3.0)
VGA Controller
Intel 5th generation Core i7 integrated graphics supports CRT, DVI, DisplayPort, LVDS / eDP
VGA Memory
Max. Shared memory 1024MB
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
MI985AF-Q26 Intel QM87/Core i7-5700EQ (2.6GHz) Mini-ITX motherboard w/ DVI-I, DVI-D, DisplayPort, LVDS, dual Gigabit LAN, iAMT(10.0), TPM 2.0, iSMART 3.1 MI985AF-Q27e Intel QM87/Core i7-5850EQ (2.7GHz) Mini-ITX motherboard w/ DVI-I, DVI-D, DisplayPort, LVDS, dual Gigabit LAN, iAMT(10.0), TPM 2.0, iSMART 3.1
Processor
Intel
Storage Temperature
-20C~80C (-4CF~176CF)
The iBASE MI985 Industrial Motherboard is designed and engineered for use in demanding environments where reliability, durability are essential. The MI985 supports a wide range of industries and operational applications.
Common deployment industries include: Energy and Utilities, Industrial Manufacturing, Logistics And Supply Chain, Public Sector, Retail, Security And Surveillance.
Across these sectors, the MI985 is typically used in applications such as Digital Signage And Information Terminals, Industrial HMI And Machine Interfacing, Medical Carts And Clinical Mobile Workstations, Predictive Maintenance And Condition Monitoring, Preventive And Corrective Maintenance, Process Control And Shop-Floor Monitoring, Quality Control And Inspection, Secure Access, Authentication, And Control Terminals.
These examples demonstrate the versatility of the MI985 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 MI985 is appropriate for your specific application, please contact us.
The iBASE MI985 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 MI985 Industrial Motherboard, must be presented to RUGGED in the United Kingdom.
For more information about the iBASE MI985 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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