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Nuvo-1003S-P4500

Celeron P4500 Fanless System 3*GbE 2GB RAM HDD
  • Manufacturer Neousys Technology
  • Category: Nuvo-2000-Series and others
  • The Nuvo‑1003S‑P4500 is a rugged, fanless embedded controller designed for industrial and embedded computing applications. It integrates an Intel® Celeron™ P4500 processor and Intel® HM55 chipset in a compact, thermally efficient chassis. The system is part of Neousys’ Nuvo‑1000 family, which also includes higher‑performance Core™ i5 and i7 variants. The P4500 model emphasizes reliability, low power consumption, and extended temperature operation for field deployment in automation, surveillance, and transportation environments.
- Fanless Industrial Design: Passive cooling architecture ensures silent operation and high reliability in harsh environments, eliminating moving parts and reducing maintenance.
- Intel® Celeron™ P4500 Processor: Dual‑core 1.86 GHz CPU with 2 MB cache, optimized for embedded and industrial workloads.
- Intel® HM55 Platform Controller Hub: Provides integrated Intel® HD Graphics and advanced I/O management.
- Triple Gigabit Ethernet Ports: Three independent Intel® 82574L GbE controllers, each with dedicated PCIe lanes for maximum throughput—ideal for networking, machine vision, or surveillance systems.
- Dual Independent Display Outputs: Supports simultaneous VGA (DB‑15) and DVI‑D/HDMI outputs up to 2560×1600 (VGA) and 1920×1080 (HDMI).
- Rich I/O Connectivity: Six USB 2.0 ports, four serial ports (one software‑selectable RS‑232/422/485 and three RS‑232), PS/2 keyboard/mouse, audio I/O, CompactFlash slot, and two eSATA ports.
- Expansion Flexibility: One internal Mini‑PCIe slot with SIM card socket for wireless or communication modules; optional PCI‑104 expansion and isolated digital I/O module.
- Wide‑Range DC Power Input: Built‑in 8–26 V DC input with both terminal block and DC jack options; supports AT/ATX power modes and remote on/off control.
- Rugged Environmental Tolerance: Operating temperature −20 °C to +60 °C (with airflow), vibration 5 Grms, and shock 50 Grms (SSD configuration).
- Compact, Durable Chassis: Aluminum alloy enclosure, 240 × 195 × 78 mm, 2.7 kg, wall‑mountable.
- Optional 8‑in/8‑out Isolated DIO: 2500 Vrms isolation, 5–24 V logic, 100 mA sustained sink current per channel.
- Integrated Watchdog Timer: Hardware watchdog via ITE8783 Super I/O for system recovery and reliability monitoring.
- Operating System Support: Windows XP/7 (32/64‑bit) and Ubuntu Linux distributions verified.

Country of origin: Taiwan R.O.C.

Customs tariff number: 8471 5000 000

Comprehensive Product Summary: Neousys Nuvo‑1003S‑P4500 Fanless Embedded Controller




### 1. Product Overview

Product Name: Nuvo‑1003S‑P4500
Model / Series: Nuvo‑1000 Series Fanless Embedded Controller
Article Number: Nuvo‑1003S‑P4500
Manufacturer: Neousys Technology Inc.
Product Type: Compact fanless industrial embedded computer system
Release Reference: Nuvo‑1000 Series User’s Manual Rev. A3 (2012)

The Nuvo‑1003S‑P4500 is a rugged, fanless embedded controller designed for industrial and embedded computing applications. It integrates an Intel® Celeron™ P4500 processor and Intel® HM55 chipset in a compact, thermally efficient chassis. The system is part of Neousys’ Nuvo‑1000 family, which also includes higher‑performance Core™ i5 and i7 variants. The P4500 model emphasizes reliability, low power consumption, and extended temperature operation for field deployment in automation, surveillance, and transportation environments.




### 2. Key Features

- Fanless Industrial Design: Passive cooling architecture ensures silent operation and high reliability in harsh environments, eliminating moving parts and reducing maintenance.
- Intel® Celeron™ P4500 Processor: Dual‑core 1.86 GHz CPU with 2 MB cache, optimized for embedded and industrial workloads.
- Intel® HM55 Platform Controller Hub: Provides integrated Intel® HD Graphics and advanced I/O management.
- Triple Gigabit Ethernet Ports: Three independent Intel® 82574L GbE controllers, each with dedicated PCIe lanes for maximum throughput—ideal for networking, machine vision, or surveillance systems.
- Dual Independent Display Outputs: Supports simultaneous VGA (DB‑15) and DVI‑D/HDMI outputs up to 2560×1600 (VGA) and 1920×1080 (HDMI).
- Rich I/O Connectivity: Six USB 2.0 ports, four serial ports (one software‑selectable RS‑232/422/485 and three RS‑232), PS/2 keyboard/mouse, audio I/O, CompactFlash slot, and two eSATA ports.
- Expansion Flexibility: One internal Mini‑PCIe slot with SIM card socket for wireless or communication modules; optional PCI‑104 expansion and isolated digital I/O module.
- Wide‑Range DC Power Input: Built‑in 8–26 V DC input with both terminal block and DC jack options; supports AT/ATX power modes and remote on/off control.
- Rugged Environmental Tolerance: Operating temperature −20 °C to +60 °C (with airflow), vibration 5 Grms, and shock 50 Grms (SSD configuration).
- Compact, Durable Chassis: Aluminum alloy enclosure, 240 × 195 × 78 mm, 2.7 kg, wall‑mountable.
- Optional 8‑in/8‑out Isolated DIO: 2500 Vrms isolation, 5–24 V logic, 100 mA sustained sink current per channel.
- Integrated Watchdog Timer: Hardware watchdog via ITE8783 Super I/O for system recovery and reliability monitoring.
- Operating System Support: Windows XP/7 (32/64‑bit) and Ubuntu Linux distributions verified.




### 3. Technical Specifications

Processor: Intel® Celeron™ P4500, dual‑core, 1.86 GHz, 2 MB L2 cache
Chipset: Intel® HM55 PCH
Graphics: Integrated Intel® HD Graphics Controller
Memory: 1 × 204‑pin SO‑DIMM DDR3 1066 MHz, up to 4 GB (max tested 2 GB installed)
Storage:
- 1 × internal SATA port for 2.5″ HDD/SSD
- 2 × eSATA ports for external storage expansion
- 1 × CompactFlash Type I socket (front accessible)

Ethernet: 3 × Intel® 82574L Gigabit Ethernet ports (RJ‑45, LED status indicators)
Serial Ports:
- COM1 – software‑selectable RS‑232/422/485
- COM2–COM4 – RS‑232 only
USB: 6 × USB 2.0 ports (front panel)
Audio: Realtek ALC262 codec – Mic‑in (pink) and Speaker‑out (green)
Keyboard/Mouse: 1 × PS/2 keyboard + 1 × PS/2 mouse (ITE8783 Super I/O)
Video Outputs:
- VGA (DB‑15) up to 2560×1600
- DVI‑D/HDMI (up to 1920×1080 HDMI or 1600×1200 DVI)
Expansion:
- 1 × Mini‑PCI Express slot with SIM socket
- Optional PCI‑104 expansion bus
Power Input:
- 8–26 V DC wide‑range input
- 4‑pin pluggable terminal block (V+, V−, Ctrl+, Ctrl−) with remote on/off
- DC jack (ø 2.5 mm inner / 5.5 mm outer) for AC/DC adapter
Power Consumption: Max 2.5 A @ 19 V (≈ 47.5 W) under full CPU and I/O load
Dimensions: 240 (W) × 195 (D) × 78 (H) mm (9.4″ × 7.7″ × 3.1″)
Weight: 2.7 kg (6 lb) including HDD and RAM
Mounting: Wall‑mount brackets included
Operating Temperature: −20 °C to +60 °C (with 0.5 m/s airflow); −20 °C to +50 °C (no airflow)
Storage Temperature: −40 °C to +85 °C
Humidity: 10 % – 90 %, non‑condensing
Vibration: 5 Grms, 5–500 Hz, 3 axes (SSD configuration)
Shock: 50 Grms, 11 ms half‑sine (SSD configuration)
EMC Compliance: CE/FCC Class A (EN 61000‑6‑3 & EN 61000‑6‑1)




### 4. Functionality and Applications

The Nuvo‑1003S‑P4500 operates as a compact embedded controller for industrial automation, machine vision, digital signage, and networked data acquisition. Its fanless design and wide‑temperature tolerance make it suitable for deployment in environments with dust, vibration, or limited airflow.

Operation and Use Cases:
- Industrial Control: Interfaces with PLCs, sensors, and actuators via serial ports and optional isolated DIO.
- Surveillance and Security: Triple GbE ports support multiple IP cameras or network segments.
- Transportation and Mobile Systems: Wide DC input range allows direct vehicle power connection (8–26 V DC).
- Digital Signage / HMI: Dual‑display output enables simultaneous local and remote visualization.
- Data Logging / Edge Computing: CompactFlash and SATA storage options for local data retention.

Compatibility:
Supports Windows XP, Windows 7 (32/64‑bit), and Ubuntu Linux 10.04/10.10. BIOS allows configuration of SATA mode (IDE/AHCI), COM port modes, and power‑on behavior.




### 5. Components & Accessories

Included Items:
1. Nuvo‑1003S‑P4500 controller unit (with pre‑installed HDD and RAM as ordered)
2. Accessory box containing:
- Neousys Drivers & Utilities DVD
- Wall‑mount brackets (2 pcs)
- M4 mounting screws (4 pcs)
- Foot pads (4 pcs)
- 4‑pin pluggable terminal block for DC input
- HDD thermal pad (if HDD not pre‑installed)
3. Quick Installation Guide

Optional Add‑ons:
- 8‑channel isolated digital input + 8‑channel isolated digital output module (2500 Vrms isolation)
- PCI‑104 expansion module
- AC/DC adapter (12 V output)
- Wide‑temperature SSD for −40 °C operation

Connectors Overview:
- Front Panel: Audio I/O, PS/2 keyboard/mouse, 6 × USB, 1 × GbE, VGA, DVI‑D/HDMI, 2 × eSATA, CF slot, power button with LEDs.
- Rear Panel: DC input terminal block, DC jack, 2 × GbE, 4 × COM ports, optional DIO connector.




### 6. Installation & Setup

Memory and Storage Installation:
Access via the “Pet‑Door” panel on the chassis bottom. Remove one screw to open; install DDR3 SO‑DIMM and 2.5″ HDD/SSD using the provided bracket and thermal pad.

Mounting:
Attach wall‑mount brackets using M4 screws to the bottom cover. Ensure vertical orientation for optimal heat dissipation.

Power Connection:
- Terminal Block: Connect V+ and V− to DC supply (8–26 V). Ctrl+ and Ctrl− pins support remote on/off control via latched (AT) or momentary (ATX) switch.
- DC Jack: Accepts 12 V adapter (ø 2.5/5.5 mm). Do not use both inputs simultaneously.

Power Modes:
- AT Mode: System powers on automatically when DC is applied.
- ATX Mode: Controlled via front panel button or external momentary switch.
- Wake‑on‑LAN: Supported on front panel GbE port for remote startup.

BIOS Configuration:
Access via F2 during boot. Adjust COM port mode, SATA mode (IDE/AHCI), thermal limits, power recovery behavior, and boot device order.




### 7. Performance & Capabilities

- CPU Performance: Dual‑core 1.86 GHz Celeron P4500 delivers adequate processing for control logic, data acquisition, and network tasks.
- Graphics: Integrated Intel HD Graphics supports dual independent displays with hardware acceleration for 2D/HD video.
- Network Throughput: Three dedicated Intel 82574L controllers provide full Gigabit bandwidth per port without bus contention.
- Storage Performance: SATA 3 Gb/s interface for internal HDD/SSD; eSATA supports hot‑plug in AHCI mode.
- Reliability: Fanless thermal design with aluminum heat‑spreading chassis ensures stable operation up to 60 °C.
- Power Efficiency: < 50 W maximum consumption under full load; supports low‑power standby modes.
- Limitations: Single SO‑DIMM slot limits RAM to 4 GB; no native USB 3.0 support (USB 2.0 only).




### 8. Standards & Compliance

- EMC: CE and FCC Class A compliant (EN 61000‑6‑3 and EN 61000‑6‑1).
- Safety: Meets industrial shock and vibration standards (IEC 60068‑2‑64).
- Environmental: Designed for −20 °C to +60 °C operation; optional wide‑temperature storage devices recommended for sub‑zero use.
- RoHS: Compliant with EU RoHS directives.
- Quality Assurance: Manufactured by Neousys Technology under ISO 9001 certified processes.




### 9. Additional Information

Warranty: Standard Neousys limited warranty (typically 2 years from shipment; verify regional terms).
Support: Driver and utility DVD included; “one‑click” driver installation for Windows XP/7. Manual driver installation supported for Linux.
Maintenance: No fan or filter replacement required. Periodic inspection of connectors and thermal interfaces recommended.
Software Utilities: WDT_DIO library for programming watchdog and isolated DIO functions (includes headers, libraries, and sample code).
Firmware Updates: BIOS updates available from Neousys support for enhanced CPU compatibility and watchdog features.
Lifecycle Support: Intel® Celeron P4500 listed in Intel Embedded Roadmap with 7‑year availability (2010–2016), ensuring long‑term supply stability.




### Summary

The Neousys Nuvo‑1003S‑P4500 is a robust, fanless embedded controller engineered for industrial automation, networked control, and edge computing. Combining Intel’s Celeron P4500 processor with a comprehensive set of I/O interfaces, it delivers dependable performance in a compact, thermally optimized chassis. Its triple Gigabit Ethernet ports, dual display outputs, and wide DC input range make it ideal for applications requiring multi‑network connectivity and rugged operation. Optional isolated DIO and watchdog capabilities extend its use to mission‑critical control systems where uptime and safety are paramount.

With its proven design, industrial certifications, and long‑term component availability, the Nuvo‑1003S‑P4500 represents a balanced solution for embedded OEMs and system integrators seeking a reliable, low‑maintenance platform for demanding field deployments.
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