Our first Mini PC Featuring Intel Core Ultra Series 3 Platform, the UP Xtreme PTL Edge will be available with either the Intel® Core™ Ultra X7 358H or Intel® Core™ Ultra 5 Processor 338H from the new series, featuring an integrated Intel® Arc™ GPU with up to 12 Xe3 Cores and Intel NPU 5.0 for up to 180 TOPs of AI performance in total.

Read the full press release here: https://up-board.org/first-mini-pc-intel-core-ultra-series-3/

The UP Xtreme ARL Edge is a ready-to-deploy, ruggedized system that harnesses the raw processing power and inferencing performance of Intel® Core Ultra 200H Series Processors to eliminate integration pain points in industrial robotics.

Combining legacy serial and high-speed networking interfaces with an AI engine capable of managing complex workloads, the UP Xtreme ARL Edge is the complete package, ready to deploy at scale across mission-critical environments.

Read the full article > Here

Wevolver put together our high-end 83 TOPS UP Xtreme ARL AI dev kit highlights and its key capabilities and potential applications - from Advanced Robotics & AMR, Industrial Automation & Quality Control to high-performance edge inference to Vision AI & Smart Infrastructure.

𝗤𝘂𝗶𝗰𝗸 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗱: 𝟴 𝗺𝗶𝗻𝘂𝘁𝗲𝘀 >Full Article

It didn’t happen overnight. Like many new mothers, I began by over-preparing. I read every book on Montessori, early childhood development, and peaceful parenting I could find. I set up carefully organized learning spaces, rotated toys, and tried to implement calm routines that would foster independence and curiosity. And while the intention was good, I often found myself feeling drained and disconnected—trying to control every detail of a process that was meant to unfold naturally.

What helped me shift was observing my children more and planning less. When I let them lead, I discovered how learning happens not through grand lessons, but through repetition, mess, exploration, and joy. I saw it in the way my daughter lined up shells from the beach, or how my son poured water back and forth between cups for what felt like hours. These were not moments to “correct”—they were moments to protect.

As I began trusting their process, I started seeking spaces where other parents shared similar journeys—spaces filled with honesty, not judgment. One of the most grounding places I discovered was here:https://realreviews.io/reviews/kukoomontessori.com?redis=1

Reading real feedback from parents who were also learning to embrace imperfection gave me permission to loosen my grip and lean into presence.

Capturing the Small Things: Visual Parenting Reflections

Some of the most powerful parenting moments are invisible to the outside world. They happen in the in-between—during quiet mornings, midday pauses, or that look your child gives you when they feel truly seen. I began trying to capture these moments not just through journaling but through photography. I didn’t want polished portraits. I wanted to remember what our life felt like: the texture of a soft blanket during nap time, the half-built block towers, the crumbs on the table after snack.

Over time, these everyday snapshots became a kind of visual reflection of our learning journey. I started sharing them as part of a growing collection here:
https://500px.com/p/kukoomontessori?view=photos

This wasn’t about creating a perfect feed. It was about holding on to the realness—documenting how play unfolded, how light fell across our reading nook, how joy lived in the ordinary.

I learned to see my home differently, not as a mess to be managed but as a learning environment in constant motion. Our living room transformed with open-ended materials. Our shelves told stories. And my camera helped me slow down long enough to notice.

Creativity and Calm in Simple Spaces

As our home learning journey evolved, I began creating resources that reflected the gentleness and flexibility we had come to value. I wanted to offer visuals that celebrated simplicity—images of calm playrooms, nature-based toys, and sensory-rich activities that didn’t rely on overcomplication. These resources, now freely available here, are meant for any parent looking for creative inspiration without the overwhelm:
https://pixabay.com/users/51359847/

What I’ve discovered over these years is that learning doesn’t need to be loud or flashy. It thrives in quiet corners, in repetition, in open-ended time. And parenting, at its core, isn’t about being “on” all the time—it’s about showing up consistently with softness, especially when things are hard.

I still have messy days. I still lose my patience. But I return—again and again—to what matters: connection, curiosity, and a deep trust in the natural rhythm of childhood.

Closing Thoughts

Motherhood taught me that progress isn’t always visible. Growth doesn’t always look like forward motion. Sometimes it looks like slowing down, listening, and beginning again. In the process of raising my children, I’ve been raised too—into someone more present, more patient, and more at peace with the unknown.
This journey is still unfolding, one quiet, beautiful day at a time.

This journey is still unfolding, one quiet, beautiful day at a

UP Squared 7100 is Now Shipping! 📦

We are happy to announce that UP Squared 7100 is now shipping. Our new generation of palm-sized developer board, equipped with Intel® N-Series Processors, is perfect for edge AI projects, video applications, and industrial automation.

If you have pre-ordered, your board is on its way. If not, it's not too late to order one.

• Learn more about the UP Squared 7100’s features: https://up-board.org/up-squared-7100/

• Ask your questions about UP Squared 7100 in the Community dedicated category: https://forum.up-community.org/categories/up-squared-7100

• Get all the files you need to start working on your UP Squared 7100 from our Community Downloads section: https://downloads.up-community.org/

• Order now from our shop: https://up-shop.org/default/up-squared-7100-series.html

We’re excited to share a recent project using the UP 7000 that pushes the boundaries of robotics. This autonomous robot is powered by Intel N100 CPU and uses Intel RealSense depth cameras along with the ROS2 framework for navigation and obstacle detection. 🚀

The UP 7000's compact size and low power consumption make it a great choice for this type of innovation. It’s great to see how our UP 7000 can bring ideas to life.

🔗 Check out the full project details here: https://hackaday.io/project/197413-realsense-ros2-robot-powered-by-n100-intel-cpu

Looking forward to hearing your thoughts and ideas on how we can push this even further! What would you like to develop using the UP 7000 board?

Let us know in the comments below.

We're excited to introduce the newest addition to our UP Squared series, the UP Squared 7100! This 3rd generation powerhouse is designed to take your projects to the next level with cutting-edge technology and features tailored for edge AI, video applications, and industrial use.

What Makes the UP Squared 7100 Stand Out?

Powered by Intel® N-Series Processor: Experience high performance and efficiency for all your computing needs.

• Edge AI Ready: Harness the power of Intel UHD graphics and Hailo AI module compatibility to supercharge your AI projects.

• Versatile Display Support: Enjoy seamless video applications with multiple display options—1x DP 1.2, 1x HDMI 2.0b, and 1x eDP 1.3.

• Industrial-Grade Connectivity: With 2x RS-232/422/485 serial COM ports, the UP Squared 7100 is built for industrial and automation applications.

• Flexible OS Options: Choose between Windows 10 and Debian 12 with our pre-installation service to get started right away.

🎉 Pre-Order Now and Get a FREE Power Cord!

Be among the first to experience the power of the UP Squared 7100 by pre-ordering between September 1st and 30th. As a special bonus, all pre-orders during this period will include a FREE power cord.

👉 Pre-Order Now: https://up-shop.org/default/up-squared-7100-series.html

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Below, you can find a detailed look at the enhancements.

Key Upgrades vs. UP Xtreme i12:

• New Intel® Core™ Ultra Processor Platform:
  UP Xtreme i14: Features up to 16 cores, offering enhanced multi-threading and performance capabilities.

• New Intel® Arc™ Graphics:
  UP Xtreme i14: Equipped with up to 128 Execution Units (EUs), providing superior graphics performance for intensive applications.

• First Built-in NPU AI Engine:
  UP Xtreme i14: Includes a dedicated Neural Processing Unit (NPU), making AI processing significantly more power efficient. The NPU can handle AI workloads up to 8 times more efficiently than using the iGPU or CPU cores.

• First Processor on Intel 4 Process Technology:
  UP Xtreme i14: Utilizes advanced Intel 4 process technology, resulting in higher efficiency and better performance.

• Maximum Display Resolution with 8K60p:
  UP Xtreme i14: Supports up to 8K resolution at 60Hz, enhancing visual output for high-resolution displays.

• Wide Range of Power Input:
  UP Xtreme i14: Supports 9-36V DC In, offering greater flexibility in power supply options.

• Friendly Expansion:
  UP Xtreme i14: All M.2 slots are conveniently located on the same side of the board, making expansion and customization easier and more convenient.

Next to all these, the new UP Xtreme i14 is powered by the latest Intel® Core™ Ultra processor platform (formerly Meteor Lake), bringing a new NPU, the dedicated low power AI engine. Here are the benefits of the new NPU:

1. Power Efficiency: The NPU in the UP Xtreme i14 is designed for power-efficient AI processing, making it ideal for a variety of applications.

2. Optimized Computing: Efficiently utilize computing power based on different application needs, enhancing overall system performance.

3. AI Workload Efficiency: The NPU can handle AI workloads up to 8 times more efficiently compared to the iGPU or CPU cores, leading to significant power savings and better performance.

The UP Xtreme i14’s cutting-edge technology and advanced features make it a powerhouse for AI applications, high-resolution displays, and robust performance needs. Elevate your projects with the UP Xtreme i14 and experience the new capabilities of embedded computing.

You can also pre-order the UP Xtreme i14 here: https://up-shop.org/default/up-xtreme-i14-series.html

Order by 5th of July and get a free power supply.

Join the discussion and share your thoughts on the new UP Xtreme i14. We can't wait to see the amazing ideas you have!

We're thrilled to introduce the UP Xtreme i14, a groundbreaking industrial-grade maker board that's set to redefine possibilities in embedded computing. Packed with Intel’s latest Intel® Core™ Ultra Processors (formerly Meteor Lake) and featuring the Intel® Arc™ Graphics engine, this compact powerhouse measures just 120.35×122.5mm, making it a versatile and space-efficient solution for your projects.

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Key Features:

• Powerful Performance: Intel® Core™ Ultra Processors and Intel® Arc™ Graphics engine for top-tier performance.

• High Memory Capacity: Supports up to 64GB dual-channel LPDDR5 memory.

• Fast Data Transfer: PCIe Gen 4×4 NVMe via 2x M.2 2280 M-keys ensures lightning-fast data transfer and responsiveness.

• Flexible Configuration: 40-pin HAT, reminiscent of the Raspberry Pi board, allows for versatile I/O configurations such as GPIO, UART, I2C, PWM, I2S, and ADC.

• Multiple Display Options: Up to 4 display choices, including HDMI 2.1 and DP 2.1, catering to diverse project needs.

You can check more about the product on the wiki page: https://github.com/up-board/up-community/wiki/UP-Xtreme-i14

Special Offer: Pre-order now and receive a Power Supply for FREE!

Whether you're working on industrial applications, embedded systems, or innovative maker projects, the UP Xtreme i14 offers the performance and adaptability you need.

Don't miss out on this opportunity to elevate your projects with cutting-edge technology. Pre-order your UP Xtreme i14 now and be among the first to experience the future of maker boards.

Pre-order Here: https://up-shop.org/up-xtreme-i14-series.html
UP Xtreme i14 is available for pre-order until 5th of July.

Join the discussion and share your thoughts on how you’d use the UP Xtreme i14 in your projects. We can't wait to see what you’re thinking of!

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PCN Issue Date:
2023/12/6

Last Time Buy:
2024/3/8

Reason of Change:
Intel CPU: Cherry Trail has been declared EOL. Similarly, our products must also be declared End of Life (EOL). Nevertheless, we will provide inventory support following sales arrangements. If you have any requirements, please feel free to contact our UP-Shop for order assured. We are here to assist you wholeheartedly.

EOL Product(s) Standard product:
UP Board
UP-CHT01-A20-0116-A11
UP-CHT01-A20-0216-A11
UP-CHT01-A20-0232-A11
UP-CHT01-A20-0432-A11
UP-CHT01-A20-0464-A11
UP-CHT01-A22-0432-A11
UP-CHT01-A22-0216-A11
UP-GWS01 (System)
UP-GWS01-A20-1432-A11
UP CORE
UPC-CHT01-A20-0116-A11
UPC-CHT01-A20-0216-A11
UPC-CHT01-A20-0232-A11
UPC-CHT01-A20-0432-A11
UPC-CHT01-A20-0464-A11

Recommended Replacement Product(s)
UP 4000 (Apollo Lake N3350, LPDDR4)
UP-APL03C2FLH-A10-0216(Lower Heatsink)
UP-APL03C2FLH-A10-0232(Lower Heatsink)
UP-APL03C2FLH-A10-0432(Lower Heatsink)
UP-APL03C2FLH-A10-0464(Lower Heatsink)
UP-APL03C2F-A10-0216
UP-APL03C2F-A10-0232
UP-APL03C2F-A10-0432
UP 4000 Edge (System, Apollo Lake N3350, LPDDR4)
UP-EDGE-APL03C2F-A10-0432
UP 7000 (Alder Lake N50/ N100, LPDDR5)
UP-ADLN50-A10-0432
UP-ADLN100-A10-0432
UP-ADLN100-A10-0864
UP 7000 Edge (System, Alder Lake N100, LPDDR5)
UP-EDGE-ADLN100-A10-0432
UP-EDGE-ADLN100-A10-0864

Note: Include all standard part numbers, R part numbers, and C part numbers.
We recommend customers discuss the forecast with our UP-Shop and Sales team for future shipment or planning needs. After the last time buy date, these products will only be produced under certain conditions.
We sincerely regret the disruption that may result from this notification. We will work closely with each customer to manage this EOL process as smoothly as possible.

Yours sincerely,
UP Team

Thanks!

Ultra Small x86 Developer Board with 

Intel® Pentium® N4200/ Intel® Celeron® N3350/ Intel Atom® E3950 



This latest innovation in our UP Board range, offers up to 30% faster CPU and 2x 3D graphics performance compared to UP Board to bring more industrial and full-featured computing to Edge computing. In 2015 we launched the first generation of UP Board, our product has been widely used in the makers and industrial market, including fields of IoT, Entertainment, Digital Signage, Smart Home automation, Robotics, Intelligent vending, Industrial automation, and more. Now, we're elated to announce UP 4000, the most compact and powerful maker board out there. 

 

UP 4000 is an ultra-compact single-board computer with high performance and low power consumption. It features the Intel® Pentium® N4200/ Intel® Celeron® N3350/ Intel Atom® E3950 Processors (formerly Apollo Lake) with only 4W* of Scenario Design Power (Based on Intel® Celeron® Processor N3350) and a powerful and flexible Lattice FPGA onboard. 

 

Inheriting the 40-pin GP-bus from the first generation of UP, the UP 4000 also comes with features upgrades compared to UP Board including below: 

	UP Board	UP 4000
SoC	Intel Atom® x5-Z8350 (up to1.92 GHz)	Intel® Celeron® N3350 (up to 2.40 GHz) Intel® Pentium® N4200 (up to 2.50 GHz) Intel Atom® x7-E3950 (up to 2.00 GHz)
Graphics	Intel® HD Graphics 400	Intel® HD Graphics 500 and 505
Display	1x HDMI 1.4a	1x HDMI 1.4b  1x DP 1.2 via USB Type C
USB	4x USB 2.0 Type A 1x USB 3.0 OTG Micro B  2x USB 2.0 via 10pin wafer	3x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type A 1x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type C 2x USB 2.0 via 10pin wafer
Audio	I2S audio port	1x 6pin Audio wafer (Mic in/ Line out)
Security	N/A	TPM 2.0 on board
Expansion	10pin wafer for WiFi/ Bluetooth	1x FPC connector for M.2 expansion board 10pin wafer for WiFi/ Bluetooth
Power Input	5V DC-in	12V DC-in

 

Now, we are excited to bring you more information on the launch as it unfolds. Not to mention your chance to pre-order the UP 4000 with a very special discounted price! This discounted price will be available for a limited timeframe, and we will begin shipping the UP 4000 from August 2022. 



 



Order now with a discount: https://up-shop.org/up4000series.html 



For more product information: https://up-board.org/up-4000/ 

Allow us to introduce you to the UP 4000.

This latest innovation in our UP Board range, will have additional and enhanced I/Os.

It is an Ultra Small (credit card sized) Developer Board with Intel® Celeron® N3350/ Intel® Pentium® N4200/ Intel Atom® x7-E3950 Processor SoC.

• Intel® Gen 9 HD Graphics
• Up to 8GB RAM/ Up to 64GB eMMC
• 40-pin HAT Connectors
• 3x USB 3.2 Gen 1 (Type A), 2x USB2.0 via wafer,
• 1x HSUART
• 1x HDMI 1.4b, 1x DP 1.2
• TPM 2.0 on board
• Dimension: 85.6x 56.5mm
• 12V DC-in

Our teams are working super hard to ensure we bring you the very best UP Board.
Don’t forget to keep an eye on your Inbox, here on the UP Community and all of our Social Media streams. We are excited to bring you more information on the launch as it unfolds. Not to mention your chance to pre-order the UP 4000 with a very special discounted price! This discounted price will be available for a limited timeframe, and we will begin shipping the UP 4000 from August 2022.

Check back here on the community Tuesday July 21st for more details

To help celebrate this, we are giving you all the chace to get your new UP 4000 at a discounted price. See the details here

This pre order opportunity won't be around long. Until July 15th 2022 to be precise

Don't miss your chance to pre order your UP 4000. Pricing will be from $116.10 from now until July 15th, 2022, after which it will revert back to, from $129.00. For all discounted pricing see here.

There are terms and conditions of course, you can see our website for all of the details. But, it's important to also note, that shipping will begin in August 2022. We have no limit to numbers you can order with this offer, but larger orders my be impacted by the current supply chain issues. This offer is specifically for the preorder period only, and not applicable to any other discounted offer or pricing structure.

If you have any questions, please contact us shop@up-board.org

Reason for change:
Because of Microchip HSIC USB hub controller USB4604-1080HN-TR and CPLD FOR MAX V
devices(Altera.5M160ZM100C5N) material shortage, UP board series will have new version(B10) which will
be implemented with different manufacturer’s CPLD and USB hub IC and keeps the same function.

Product(s) Affected:
Note: A11 & B10 version will be in the system in parallel
A11 Part number changed to B10 Part number
UP-CHT01-A20-0116-A11-> UP-CHT01-A20-0116-B10
UP-CHT01-A20-0216-A11-> UP-CHT01-A20-0216-B10
UP-CHT01-A20-0232-A11-> UP-CHT01-A20-0232-B10
UP-CHT01-A20-0432-A11-> UP-CHT01-A20-0432-B10
UP-CHT01-A20-0464-A11-> UP-CHT01-A20-0464-B10
UP-CHT01-A22-0216-A11-> UP-CHT01-A22-0216-B10
UP-CHT01-A22-0232-A11->UP-CHT01-A22-0232-B10
UP-CHT01-A22-0432-A11->UP-CHT01-A22-0432-B10
UP-GWS01-A20-0216-A11->UP-GWS01-A20-0216-B10
UP-GWS01-A20-0232-A11->UP-GWS01-A20-0232-B10
UP-GWS01-A20-0432-A11-> UP-GWS01-A20-0432-B10
UP-GWS01-A20-0464-A11-> UP-GWS01-A20-0464-B10
UP-GWS01-A20-1432-A11->UP-GWS01-A20-1432-B10
UP-GWS01-A20-0216-A11-> UP-GWS01-A20-0216-B10

B10 Version P/N difference
1) Aaeon # 148X000015 LATTICE. LCMXO2-640HC-6MG132C
2) Aaeon # 14202514B0 SMSC.USB2514B-AEZC

Issue Date: Nov 15, 2021
Issue by: UP Team

*more details in attached pdf

Due to Intel® Core™ i3-8145U/ i5-8265U/ i7-8565U/ Processor EOL, we regret
to inform you that this product is going to EOL, and future inquires will be
non-cancelable and non-returnable orders with limited quantity shipment/lot.

Date of effectiveness: End of existing stock on UP Shop

Alternative Product: UP Xtreme i11 Series and UP Xtreme Series

For more questions, you are welcome to join https://www.up-community.org/, where technical experts can help!

Warm regards,
UP Team

Date Effective: Active from December 2021.

Reason for change:
Due to the material shortage, UP Xtreme i11 series and UP Xtreme i11 Edge & Edge Compute Enabling Kit Series will create new SKUs (A10-0001) without CPLD, 40pin HAT, and USB type C functions. The new SKUs will co-exist with the full function (A10) SKUs.

0001 version difference:
1. Remove Intel Altera Max 5 (5M160ZM100C5N) CPLD and 40pin HAT
2. Remove TI. ICs and USB Type C connector
3. Difference BIOS version refers to Downloads

Issue Date: November 25, 2021
Issue by: UP Team

We have released an updated Win10 driver for UP Board.

Kindly find the updated Win10 driver from the downloads page

Best regards,
UP team

We have released an updated BIOS for UP Board. This update is mainly to fix the CPU performance degrading issue.

Kindly find the updated BIOS from the downloads page as well as the new BIOS notice attached below.

Best regards,
UP team

Please note that the latest NVM for i225 IT Ethernet controller is not working in Ubuntu Linux. Please refer here for more info.

For more information, please refer to UP Xtreme i11 wiki page

We are implementing PCN change for the UP Systems to reduce material shortage impact for the system, We removed the components which customer don’t use on the system
Please find attached PCN for more details.

Regards,
UP Team

Below are the recent PCNs we released recently. Please check it out here in case you have missed it.

NOTE: All our newsletters are officially released here now via our official mailing list

• https://mailchi.mp/up-board.org/eol-opt-up-psu-003-5v4a-power-supply

• https://mailchi.mp/up-board.org/pcn-up-board-ethernet-chip-replacement

• https://mailchi.mp/up-board.org/pcnup-squared-ethernet-chip-replacement

Join our mailing list here.

The official launch of UP Squared Pro is here!

Pre-order yours today.

Unleash the future of industrial automation and AI vision with 5G connectivity and take your Edge solutions to the PRO level. Special pre-order prices start from $169. Shipping starts in March 2021.

Pre-Order UP Squared Pro Today

What is UP Squared Pro?

UP Squared Pro is a rebuild based on UP Squared utilizing the same core design in hardware and software and enriching it with more industrial features. It features Intel® Celeron® N3350, Pentium® N4200, and Atom™ E3950 processors (formerly known as Apollo Lake) to bring speed, intelligence, and flexibility to Industrial IoT (IIoT) applications. With 5G capability and multiple expansion boards, the UP Squared Pro delivers the ultimate AI edge solution for industrial automation.

Download the Press Release

Specification Highlights:

• Intel® Celeron® Duo Core N3350/ Pentium® Quad Core N4200 / Atom® Quad Core x7-E3950
• Intel® HD Graphics 500 for Celeron® N3350 or Intel® HD Graphics 505 for Pentium® N4200 / Intel® Atom®x7-E3950
• 2 GB/ 4GB / 8GB Memory
• 32 GB/ 64 GB storage
• 2x Gbps LAN (Intel i210 AT) support TSN
• 3x USB3.0 Type A and 1x USB3.0 OTG
• 1x HDMI 1.4b, 1x DP1.2 (4K@60hz), 1x eDP
• FINTEK F81216, 2x RS232/422/485
• 1x M.2 E key 2230, 1x M.2 M key 2280, 1x M.2 B key co-lay 3042/3052
• 2x UART (Tx/Rx), 1x SATA III (6.0 Gbps), 1x SIM slot
• Infineon TPM SLB9670 on board
• Expansion HT 40-pin: GPIO, SPI, I1C, I2S, PWM, UART, 3V3, 5V, GND, GPIO
• 12V~24V DC-in

Download the Datasheet

Compare UP Squared vs. UP Squared Pro:

UP Squared Pro has arrived.

Pre-order the UP Squared Pro today to take advantage of the special pre-order price, starting from $169. Shipping starts in March 2021.

Pre-Order UP Squared Pro Today

Product Change Notice - EOL

PCN Issue Date:
2021/03/22

Date Effective:
Active by running change from March 2021.

Reason for PCN:

• EOL for AIOT-ILRA01 products, AIOT-ILRA01-A10-CA40232EU and AIOT-ILRA01-A10-CA40464EU-A11
• EOL for AIOT-VSSP01-A10-0001

Last Buy Date:

• AIOT-ILRA01-A10-CA40232EU, AIOT-ILRA01-A10-CA40464EU-A11 → 09/22/2021
• AIOT-VSSP01-A10-0001 → Will update once existing stock finishes

Change Details:
This is End of Life(EOL) notice for AIOT-ILRA01-A10-CA40232EU[RE-AIOT-ILRA01-A10-CA40232EU-IOT, RE-AIOT-ILRA01-A10-CA40232EU-NWK, RE-AIOT-ILRA01-A10-CA40232EU-IIB], AIOT-ILRA01-A10-CA40464EU-A11 and AIOT-VSSP01-A10-0001.

Note: There will be no suggested replacement products as listed above. We sincerely regret the disruption that may result from the subject of this notification.

□Benefits ■Impacts:

• EOL notice of part numbers, AIOT-ILRA01-A10-CA40232EU, AIOT-ILRA01-A10-CA40464EU-A11 and AIOT-VSSP01-A10-0001.
  In the case of a large number of requests for projects, please contact our Sales team.

Issue by: Pratik Kushwaha
Title: Product and Technical Community Manager UP

For more questions, you are welcome to join https://www.up-community.org/, where technical experts can help!

Warm regards,
UP Team

Product Change Notice

Please be informed that we have PCN on UP Squared Edge System Chassis.
This is running change from October 2020.

PCN Note Date: 21/10/2020

Date Effective: Active by running change from October 2020

Reason for change:
1. Old Logo plate phase-out.
2. Cosmetics change in the chassis; all major measurement remains the same.

Product(s) Affected:

• UP SQUARED EDGE SYSTEM
  Ordering Part number details
  Old part number --> New part number
  UPS-EDGE series --> UPS-EDGE series (remain the same)
  UPS-EDIOT series --> UPS-EDIOT series (remain the same)
  UPS-EDAI series --> UPS-EDAI series (remain the same)
  UPS-EDLA series --> UPS-EDLA series (remain the same)
  EP-CHUPSMTVAC&P, RC-C-CSC-CP-00A2 --> RC-C-CSC-CP-00A1

Change Details:

• Phase out old logo plates and unify Logo plate of all UP Squared Edge systems to “EDGE”
  

• Cosmetics change in the chassis; all major measurement remains the same
  
  

Benefits

• Impacts: Unify logo plate and provide better-looking chassis .

Issue Date: October 21, 2020
Issue by: Owen Wei

Related PCN: UP Squared Series CPU stepping

You can find this PCN newsletter here too!

UP Xtreme i11 Edge Compute Enabling Kit

UP Bridge the Gap, a brand belonging to a professional embedded computing ODM AAEON Technology Europe, has unleashed the fastest and smartest member of the UP Product family with the launch of the UP Xtreme i11 Edge Compute Enabling Kit, powered by 11th Generation Intel® Core™ processors with Iris® X^e graphics (formerly Tiger Lake). It’s the latest generation in edge computing with unmatched capabilities for retail, health, transportation, robotics, and industrial automation. This kit will be available for pre-order at the UP Shop by Q1 2021.

With the release of the latest 11^th Gen Intel® Core™ processors, UP Bridge the Gap has built an innovative kit with 5G capabilities to deliver the ultimate modern edge solution. It is now possible for developers to connect masses of IoT devices and seamlessly share data between the edge and the cloud. The introduction of 5G brings astonishing gigabyte speed, ultra-low latency, and reliable transmission of data in order to provide a solid foundation for artificial intelligence (AI) to evolve.

The integration of Iris® X^e graphics provides up to 96 EUs, the most powerful version yet. Leveraging Intel’s new technology, UP Xtreme i11 Compute Enabling Kit is powerful enough to enable workload consolidation in applications like computer numerical control (CNC) machines, real-time controls, human machine interfaces, tool applications, medical imaging and diagnostics, and other applications requiring high resolution, HDR output with AI capabilities.

 

Specification Highlights

• 11^th Generation Intel® Core™ processors (industrial SKU by default, embedded SKU optional)
• Integrated Iris® X^e graphics
• Up to 64GB memory (In-band ECC support)
• 1x Gbps LAN (Intel® i219), 1x 2.5Gb LAN (Intel® i225)
• 4x USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 Gbps), 1x USB 4.0 Type C
• 1x HDMI (2.0b), 1x DP, 1x DP1.4 (via USB Type C), 1x eDP
• 1x M.2 2280 M key (support NVME SSD), 1x M.2 2230 E key, 1x M.2 3052 B Key, PCIE [x4] slot
• 1x 40-pin GP-bus (available in board level product), 2x RS232/422/485, 1x line in/out
• 12V DC-in

Download the datasheet here

 

Key Strengths

UP Xtreme i11 Edge Compute Enabling Kit provides developers access to this new generation of Intel processors and delivers a balance of power, performance, and responsiveness. There is a broad range of impressive features that make this the most industrious system yet:

Powerful: Astonishing clock speeds up to 4.4 GHz using only 28 watts TDP and 15 watts cTDP. Intel® Iris® X^e graphics provide up to 96EU, which is nearly twice the performance of corresponding Ice Lake Gen 11 at the same TDP.

Fast: Take advantage of high-speed storage and memory with nVME via M.2 2280 slot. Get faster data transmission with USB 3.2 Gen 2 and USB 4.0 Type C input/outputs. It is 5G enabled for ultra-reliable, low latency communications.

Industrial & Security: Combines Integrity Features and Intel® Functional Safety Essential Design Package to support Functional Safety. Other features include 12V power input with lockable power connector, vPRO¹, TSN and TCC Enabled LAN ports for real-time networking support, COM ports (RS232/422/485), and 40-pin GP-bus (available in board level product). Hardware TPM 2.0 and In-Band ECC are supported, as well.

AI-Ready: Optimize resource allocation for AI Inference at the edge via Intel® Distribution of OpenVINO™ toolkit across multiple platforms, including CPU, GPU, and VPU. Optional VPU is available with UP AI Core XM2280/KB2280, which comes with samples and various pre-trained models to speed up AI development. Intel’s third Generation Movidius® VPU (formerly Keem Bay) offers 10 times the AI Performance than Intel® Movidius® Myriad™ X but with up to 4.7 times more power efficiency.

Expandable: Expansion boards are available in M.2 2230 E Key, M.2 2242/2280 B+M Key, and M.2 3052 B Key, and PCIe [x4] to allow seamless integration for any kind of project requirements. A 40-pin I/O expansion (available in board level product), powered by Intel® Altera MAX 5, provides compatibility with all the expansions. It is ready to connect to 5G, WiFi, and Bluetooth.

Production-Ready Computing System: Up Xtreme i11 Edge Compute Enabling Kit is production-ready for multiple vertical markets for robotics, automation, retail, AI, and IoT. Worldwide shipping takes only 7 days. The kit comes with Intel® Distribution of OpenVINO™ Toolkit pre-loaded to make your AI and computer vision application faster. It is also compatible with Intel® OneAPI, which is easy to install via command line.

 

Shop for UP Xtreme i11 Edge Compute Enabling Kit

UP Xtreme i11 Edge Compute Enabling Kit will be available for pre-order in the UP Shop by Q1 2021. It ships directly to your door from anywhere in the world within 7 days.

It’s also possible to customize your UP Xtreme i11 Edge Compute Enabling Kit for production. Advance your prototype to the next stage through custom software and hardware offered by AAEON. Find out more about Customization Services for Hardware from AAEON.

 

¹ VPro only available in i5, i7 model

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For more information:

www.up-board.org

www.up-community.org

www.up-shop.com

 

About AAEON:

Established in 1992, AAEON is one of the leading designers and manufacturers of advanced industrial and embedded computing platforms today. In 2011, AAEON became a member of the ASUS group, this enabled the company to further strengthen its leadership, access advanced technology from ASUS and grow its focus towards AI and IoT. AAEON has built a comprehensive AI & IoT ecosystem ranging from IHV, CSP, and ISV and continues to showcase many use cases in AI.

When working with AAEON, you gain access to hundreds of computing boards with validated software solutions. Apart from the off-shelf product range, a fully custom designed board is also made at your service!

About UP Bridge the Gap

Founded by AAEON Technology Europe in 2015, UP Bridge the Gap aims to bring innovation in technology, business model, and integrated solutions. With its agility, the UP team collaborates with market leaders in different vertical markets to bring integrated solutions. It continues to grow a large online community to work closely with developers.

 

 

Please be informed that we have PCN on UP Squared Edge System Chassis.

This is running change from October, 2020.

Please be informed that we have PCN on UP Squared Series CPU stepping.

This is running change from July, 2020.

Please be informed that we have PCN on UP Xtreme i7-8565U CPU stepping. This is running change, and some of the existing orders are implementing.

Please be informed that we have PCN on UP Squared series, the LPDDR4 and eMMC EOL and will be replaced with new one.

BIOS will be updated accordingly.

Stickers for new components placement reference on the board

Stickers placement reference on the sides of the color box.

We aim to provide better and better products and we are very appreciative of your continued support and understanding.

For more questions, you are welcome to join https://www.up-community.org/, where technical experts can help!

Warm regards,
UP Team

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In responding to the mainboard (UP Board) PCN.

The UP Embedded Vision Starter Kit (RE-UP-PACK-VISION-002), an Official Intel® RFP Ready Kit, has a change in one of the part numbers inside the kit.

In responding to the mainboard (UP board) PCN.

Please be informed that we are having a running part number change for RE-AIOT-IGWS01-A30-CA40232EURF.

It is now RE-AIOT-IGWS01-A30-CA40232EURF-A11.

We are having a running part number change for the UP Squared Wifi Kit (RE-UPSWFKITIEX1) and UP Squared Pack ( RE-UPS-****-****-PACK01)
Please find attached PCN for more details.

Regards,
UP Team

Please be informed that we have PCN on UP Core 4GB SKU, the memory chip of 4GB SKU will be changed.
1GB RAM/2GB RAM SKU will remain the same chip.



This is running change, and some of the existing orders are implementing.

In case you would like to use NetPlus with UP Xtreme, and your NetPlus board was received before 2020/1/1. We would like you to contact shop@up-board.org to implement the rework.

We notice that NetPlus needs to be added one resistor to make it work with UP Xtreme, therefore a new ECN will be added on NetPlus. All NetPlus shipments will be on hold till the ECN is implemented. If you are using NetPlus on UP Core Plus, you can use full function of NetPlus without rework.

We are regret causing your inconvenience.

UP team

Date Effective: active by running change from May, 2019

Purpose of Change:
1. Implement prevention on power circuit to prevent PC boot up error at high-frequency power on-off .
2. Change eMMC brand from Hynix to Sandisk(32G/64G) and Kingston(16G) 3D flash due to Hynix eMMC EOL.
3. AAEON has thoroughly tested and qualified Sandisk/Kingston eMMC.

■Benefits: Enhance power protection for UP core at high-frequency power on-off .

Date Effective: active by running change from May, 2019

Purpose of Change:
1. Implement prevention for over-voltage power in.
2. Implement prevention on power circuit to prevent PC boot up errorat high-frequency power on-off .
3. Change eMMC brand from Hynix to Sandisk(32G/64G) and Kingston(16G) 3D flash due to Hynix eMMC EOL.
4. AAEON has thoroughly tested and qualified Sandisk/Kingston eMMC.

■Benefits: Enhance power protection for UP board at high-frequency power on-off .

**Before: **

After:

Change date: running change

Impact: All UP Squared packs will use new wifi kit PN:PN:RE-UPSWFKITIEX1 in the package.

New UP Squared fanless chassis
By introduction new ATOM SKU, we have to make different chassis to fit different CPU due to the height of CPU. In the meanwhile, we also make it possible to accommodate the heat-pipe if users would like to install AI Core X inside.
PN:EP-CHUPSMTVAC&P & EP-CHUPSMTVBPLX

Heat-pipe of AI Core X
To add AI Core X into UP Squared chassis, we suggest to replace the passive heat sink with a heat-pipe. It dissipates the heat efficiently and brings you the full performance of AI Core X without throttling.
PN:EP-FNAICMX-2485

AI Core XP4 & AI Core XP8
You want to have more, more and more Myriad X ? We designed a PCIe[x4] card to accommodate 4 slot of AI Core XM 2280. The standard product will be based on 4x Myriad X on board, or 8x Myriad X on board. This could be a good way for you to try out how many Myriad X you really need for your project and help you to scale your vision accelerator.
PN:PER-TAIX4-A10-PCIE (AI Core XP4 )
PN:PER-TAIX8-A10-PCIE (AI Core XP4 )

LoRa Edge Compute
A line-up of LoRa Edge Computes are introduced at UP shop. They are powered by UP or UP Squared. We have different flavors available no matter with dev. SW or w/o dev. SW. UP team works with LoRa SW leader, The Things Network, ResIoT, IoT in a box, to make your LoRa project easy and quick.
PN:
RE-AIOT-ILRA01-A10-CA40232EU
RE-AIOT-ILRA01-A10-CA40232EU-NWK
RE-AIOT-ILRA01-A10-CA40232EU-IOT
RE-AIOT-ILRA01-A10-CA40232EU-IIB
UPS-EDLA-X70864-UW01

Automation Compute
Will UP be a solution for automation? Yes, we make AIO and serial ports available. In addition, we also bundle ESF automation IoT management SW. Check it.
PN:
RE-AIOT-IGWS01-A30-CA40232EURF
RE-AIOT-IGWS-CA40232EU-ESF01

Product name: UP Squared Grove IoT Development kit
Part number: RE-UPS-IOT-GP01-US/ RE-UPS-IOT-GP01-EU
Reason of EOL : slow demand
Effective date: Once the final piece is sold from the inventory

**USB Wifi Dongle BL-WN2210 **
Part number: OPT-UP-WF-002
Reason of EOL : Supplier stop production
Effective date: Jan' 2019

UP Squared AI Vision Development Kit:UP Squared AI Vision Development Kit
Part number: RE-UPS-AIVISN-01US/ RE-UPS-AIVISN-01EU/RE-UPS-AIVISN-02US/RE-UPS-AIVISN-02EU
Reason of EOL : changing to new model UP Squared AI Vision X Developer kit
Effective date: Feb' 2019

UP Squared fanless chassis with VESA mounting plate (metal)
Part number: EP-CHUPSMTVAUPS
Reason of EOL : changing to new model EP-CHUPSMTVAC&P and EP-CHUPSMTVBPLX to support different CPU height in thermal block and possibility to integrate heat-pipe (P/N:EP-FNAICMX-2485) of AI Core X (P/N:PER-TAICX-A10-001).
Effective date: Jan' 2019

The part number of UP Squared series will be changed due to internal package change. There is no impact of functionality.

Before change: UPS-APLXX-A10-XXXX
After change: UPS-APLXX-A20-XXXX

Difference: In A10, we packed UP Squared board with a color box in our logistic center. A20 means the product is packed with a color box when it is produced at the factory.

Changing date: Running change

We hope this notification is clear for you.

Cheers
UP team