AAEON Unveils MIX-Q870A1 Mini-ITX Motherboard with Intel Core Ultra 200S Support
AAEON, a recognized leader in industrial motherboard solutions, has introduced the MIX-Q870A1, a high-performance Mini-ITX motherboard engineered for demanding industrial and embedded applications. Designed to support up to 65 W Intel Core Ultra 200S Series processors (LGA 1851 socket, formerly Arrow Lake), the MIX-Q870A1 delivers advanced computing power, AI acceleration, and versatile expansion options for next-generation projects.
Powerful AI Acceleration and Graphics Capabilities
The MIX-Q870A1 is compatible with a wide range of second-generation Intel Core Ultra processors, enabling users to harness the platform’s integrated Neural Processing Unit (NPU) and Xe LPG Graphics. This combination provides up to 36 TOPS of AI performance, making the board ideal for edge AI, machine vision, and data-intensive multitasking environments. The robust multicore architecture ensures smooth operation across complex workloads, while the integrated graphics deliver enhanced visual processing for 4K applications.
Flexible PCIe Gen 5 Expansion with Bifurcation
A standout feature of the MIX-Q870A1 is its 16-lane PCIe Gen 5 slot, which supports bifurcation for flexible configuration. Users can split the slot into x16, x8/x8, or x8/x4/x4 lanes via a dedicated jumper, allowing for tailored expansion based on project requirements. This modular approach enables simultaneous installation of high-performance GPUs for AI acceleration and additional modules such as NVMe SSDs, network interface cards (NICs), frame grabbers, or field bus interface cards, maximizing the board’s adaptability for diverse industrial scenarios.
Comprehensive Storage and Connectivity Options
The MIX-Q870A1 offers extensive storage capabilities, featuring an M.2-1 A 2280 M-Key slot with four-lane PCIe support for NVMe SSDs and an M.2 2242 M-Key slot dedicated to SATA storage. Two SATA 6 Gb/s ports with RAID 0 and 1 support further enhance data redundancy and performance. An additional M.2 2230 E-Key slot is available for Wi-Fi modules or extra NVMe storage, ensuring seamless wireless connectivity and storage expansion.
Rich I/O and Display Support
For display connectivity, the MIX-Q870A1 is equipped with two HDMI 2.0 and two DisplayPort outputs on the rear I/O, each supporting 4K resolution at 60 Hz. HDMI ports also provide digital audio output. The rear I/O includes eight USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports for high-speed peripheral connections, alongside both 1GbE and 2.5GbE LAN ports powered by Intel Ethernet solutions (I219-LM and I226-V). Internal connectors feature an 8-bit programmable digital I/O, a USB header for two USB 3.2 Gen 1 interfaces, and a 40-pin LVDS/eDP connector supporting 1920 x 1080 resolution at 60 Hz.
Operating System Compatibility
The MIX-Q870A1 supports both Windows 10/11 (64-bit) and Linux Ubuntu 24.04, providing flexibility for a wide range of industrial and embedded applications.
