Description
Preliminary Product Information
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The ASRock Industrial iEPF-9040VS Series delivers an ideal balance of performance, expansion capability, and cost efficiency for industrial edge computing and AIoT applications. Available in the iEPF-9040VS-EW2 and iEPF-9042VS-EW2 configurations, the platform is powered by Intel Core Series 2 Processors with P-cores (Bartlett Lake-S/12P) and Intel R680E or H610 chipsets. With support for up to 96GB of dual-channel DDR5 5600MHz memory, the system provides responsive performance for machine vision, automation, process control, and industrial data acquisition. Dual PCIe Gen4 x8 expansion slots enable integration of frame grabbers, I/O cards, communication modules, and other expansion hardware up to 75W.
Comprehensive industrial connectivity includes Gigabit Ethernet, USB 3.2 ports, serial communications, digital I/O, and support for multiple 4K displays through DisplayPort and HDMI interfaces. Flexible storage options include NVMe SSD support and SATA RAID functionality for enhanced data reliability and performance.
The iEPF-9040VS Series also supports optional PoE, OOB management, and 10BASE-T1S networking modules, making it suitable for a wide range of connected industrial applications. Designed to withstand demanding operating conditions, the platform supports temperatures from -40°C to 55°C while maintaining reliable, long-term operation in factory automation, transportation, smart infrastructure, and edge AI environments.
Specification
| Processor System | |
| CPU | Intel® Core™ Processors (Series 2) |
| Chipset | Intel® R680E |
| Socket | LGA 1700 |
| Memory | |
| Technology | Dual Channel DDR5 5600MHz |
| (ECC memory supported by R680E + Selected CPU) | |
| Capacity | 96 GB (48 GB per DIMM) |
| Socket | 2 x 262-pin SO-DIMM |
| Graphics | |
| Controller | Intel® UHD Graphics |
| DisplayPort | DisplayPort 1.4a , DP++ |
| Max resolution up to 4096×2160@60Hz | |
| HDMI | HDMI 2.0b |
| Max resolution up to 4096×2160@60Hz | |
| Expansion Slot | |
| PCIe | 2 x PCIe Gen4 x8 |
| Audio | |
| Interface | Realtek ALC897, High Definition Audio. |
| Ethernet | |
| Controller/ Speed | 1 x Intel® i219LM (vPro Support) |
| 1 x Intel® i210IT | |
| Connector | 2 x RJ45 |
| Front I/O | |
| DisplayPort | 1 |
| HDMI | 2 |
| Ethernet | 2 x Intel 1G LAN |
| USB | 4 x USB 3.2 Gen2x1, 2 x Internal USB 3.2 Gen2x1 (Optional) |
| Audio | 1 x Line-in, 1 x Line-out |
| COM | 2 x RS232/422/485 |
| DIO | 4DIs/4DOs |
| Storage | |
| M.2 | 1 x M.2 (Key M, 2242/2260/2280/22110/25110) with |
| Gen4 x4 for NVMe SSD | |
| SATA | 2 x SATA3 (6Gb/s), R680E: support RAID 0/1 |
| CFast | 1 x Type II socket (Shared with SATA3) |
| Watchdog Timer | |
| Output | From Super I/O to drag RESETCON# |
| Interval | 256 Segments, 0, 1, 2, …255sec |
| Power Requirements | |
| Input PWR | 9V~36V DC |
| Environment | |
| Operating Temp | 45W CPU: – 40°C ~ 55°C (-40°F ~ 131°F) |
| 65W CPU: – 40°C ~ 50°C (-40°F ~ 122°F) | |
| (w/airflow 0.5~0.8 m/s) | |
| Storage Temp | -40°C~85°C ( -40°F~185°F) |
| Humidity | ~95% @ 40°C (non-condensing) |
| Shock | MIL-STD-810H, Method 516.8, Procedure I |
| Vibration | MIL-STD-810H, Method 514.8 |
| ESD | Contact +/-4kV, Air +/-8kV |
| EMC | EN61000-6-4/-2, CE & FCC Class A |
| Safety | LVD |
| Mechanical | |
| Construction | Aluminum heatsink + Metal chassis |
| Mounting | Desk Mount |
| Dimensions | 187mm (W) x 231.1mm (D) x 200mm (H) (7.36″ x 9.10″ x 7.87″) |
| Net Weight | 7.5kg |
| Others | |
| OS Support | Windows 11 & Windows 10 & Linux |
| TPM | TPM 2.0 |
| Real-Time Enablement | TSN, TCC support under YOCTO |
ASRock Industrial Intel Bartlett Lake Edge AI Platforms Comparison
Scalable Edge AI Computing Solutions for Industrial Applications
Choosing the right Edge AI platform depends on the performance requirements, expansion needs, available installation space, and future scalability of your application. The iEPF-9500S-EW7, iEPF-9040VS Series, and iEP-9040VE Series all leverage Intel® Core™ Series 2 Processors with P-cores (Bartlett Lake-S/12P), delivering reliable industrial computing performance for AI, machine vision, automation, and Industrial IoT deployments.
The iEPF-9500S-EW7 is the flagship high-performance platform, designed for demanding AI inference and GPU-accelerated workloads requiring extensive PCIe expansion and support for dual discrete GPUs. The iEPF-9040VS Series provides a balanced solution, combining strong performance and expansion flexibility in a more compact and cost-effective design. For applications where installation space is limited, the iEP-9040VE Series offers the same modern processor architecture in a compact chassis optimised for distributed edge computing, industrial control, and real-time networking applications.
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| Feature | iEPF-9500S-EW7 | iEPF-9040VS Series | iEP-9040VE Series |
| Platform Type | High-Performance Edge AI Platform | Balanced Edge AI Platform | Compact Edge AI Platform |
| Processor Support | Intel® Core™ Series 2 (Bartlett Lake-S/12P) | Intel® Core™ Series 2 (Bartlett Lake-S/12P) | Intel® Core™ Series 2 (Bartlett Lake-S/12P) |
| Chipset | Intel® R680E | Intel® R680E / H610 | Intel® R680E / H610 |
| Memory | Up to 192GB DDR5 ECC U-DIMM | Up to 96GB DDR5 SO-DIMM | Up to 96GB DDR5 SO-DIMM |
| GPU Support | Dual GPUs up to 600W | Expansion cards up to 75W | No dedicated GPU expansion |
| PCIe Expansion | 1x Gen5 x16 or 2x Gen5 x8, 1x Gen4 x4, 4x Gen4 x1 | 2x PCIe Gen4 x8 | Compact platform with limited expansion |
| Storage | 3x M.2, 4x SATA3 | 1x M.2, 2x SATA3 RAID | 1x M.2, 2x SATA3 RAID |
| Ethernet | 3x Intel® 2.5GbE | 2x Intel® Gigabit LAN | 2x Intel® Gigabit LAN |
| USB Ports | 6x USB 3.2 Gen2 | Multiple USB 3.2 Gen2 | 4x USB 3.2 Gen2 |
| COM Ports | 4x COM | Multiple COM | 2x COM |
| Digital I/O | 8 DI / 8 DO | 4 DI / 4 DO | 4 DI / 4 DO |
| Display Outputs | DP, HDMI 2.0b, VGA | 1x DP, 2x HDMI 2.0b | DisplayPort and HDMI support |
| Optional Expansion | OOB, 10BASE-T1S, Isolated DIO, Isolated COM | PoE, OOB, 10BASE-T1S | PoE, OOB, 10BASE-T1S |
| Operating Temperature | -40°C to 55°C | -40°C to 55°C | -40°C to 55°C |
| Power Input | 9-36V DC | Industrial DC Input | 9-36V DC |
| Dimensions (W × D × H) | 288 × 450.3 × 250 mm | 187 × 231.1 × 200 mm | 200 × 230 × 93 mm |
| Ideal Applications | AI Inference, Machine Vision, GPU Computing, Autonomous Systems | Industrial Automation, Vision Systems, Edge Analytics | Distributed Edge Computing, Industrial Control, TSN Networks |
Which Platform is Right for Your Application?
- Choose the iEPF-9500S-EW7 when maximum processing power, GPU acceleration, and expansion flexibility are required for advanced AI and machine vision deployments.
- Choose the iEPF-9040VS Series when you need a balance of performance, expansion capability, and value for industrial automation and edge computing projects.
- Choose the iEP-9040VE Series when compact size, reliable operation, and distributed edge deployment are the primary requirements.
