State-of-the-art 7th Gen Intel Core processors together with an Intel Q170 Express Chipset allow for extremely high performance at a low noise level (34 dB(A) max.). The KBox B-201 comes equipped with a quiet fan, making it suitable for use in noise sensitive environments. Versatile mounting options and a high number of interfaces offer high flexibility.
The Mini-ITX motherboard in a compact 170x170mm form factor is equipped with two to four processor cores: optionally, users can choose between three 7th Gen Intel Core processors (i3-7101E/i5-7500/i7-7700); on request, 6th Gen Intel Core processors are available as well. The KBox B-201's performance can be further enhanced by using the Intel Core Q170 Express chipset.
The system offers three graphic ports in total, including two space-saving DisplayPorts V1.2, and one DVI-D interface. A 2.5-inch SSD SATA III/ SATA-600 as well as a M.2 SSD / SATA III are available as storage media for operating system or data. A mSATA SSD can be integrated optionally.
Various interfaces, e.g. four USB 2.0 and six USB 3.0 ports, offer the designer high flexibility.
A serial interface (RS232/COM1) is provided for local data collection and sensor- or machine environment connectivity. Two Ethernet Ports 10/100/1000Mbit/s and a Mini-PCI plug-in card slot are available for system expansion. The Box PC runs on Windows® 10 IoT Enterprise LTSB and Yokto for Linux operating systems.
Five different mounting options guarantee highest flexibility. The KBox B-201 can be used horizontally or vertically as a desktop PC, or the box PC can be fixed directly behind a monitor using a VESA mounting. For mounting underneath a table, on the wall or in a control cabinet, special angle pieces are available, likewise offering horizontal or vertical operation.
The Box PC can be used in ambient temperatures ranging from 0 to 450C. The KBox B-201's typical application areas are image processing tasks, plant data collection, as well as manufacturing executive systems (MES) in the automation pyramid.
The KBox B-201 supports TPM V2.0 encryption for secure cloud connection. Optionally, the Kontron APPROTECT Security solution can be integrated. Based on an integrated Wibu-Systems security chip and in tandem with a specifically developed software framework, it provides IP and copy/reverse engineering protection.
