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Nuvo-3005P-i5DC

Core i5-3610ME Fanless System HM76 5*GbE 1*PCI
  • Manufacturer Neousys Technology
  • Category: Nuvo-3000-Series
  • The Nuvo-3005P-i5DC is a rugged, fanless embedded controller designed for industrial, vehicular, and machine vision applications. It integrates Intel’s 3rd-generation Core™ i5 processor with a robust HM76 chipset, offering high computing performance, multiple Gigabit Ethernet ports, and versatile expansion options. The system is engineered for reliability in harsh environments, supporting wide temperature operation, vibration and shock resistance, and flexible DC power input.
- Intel® Core™ i5-3610ME Processor: Dual-core, 2.7 GHz base frequency (up to 3.3 GHz Turbo), 3 MB cache, 35W TDP.
- Fanless Operation: Passive cooling design ensures silent, maintenance-free operation from -25°C to +70°C (with i5 CPU).
- Rugged Design: Vibration resistance up to 5 Grms and shock resistance up to 50 Grms (with SSD).
- High Network Connectivity: 5× Intel® I210 Gigabit Ethernet ports, optional 4× PoE P.S.E. ports compliant with IEEE 802.3af.
- Flexible Expansion: 1× PCI slot via patented expansion cassette; 2× Mini PCIe slots (one with SIM socket).
- Rich I/O Interface: 4× USB 3.0, 4× USB 2.0, 2× RS-232/422/485, VGA, dual DVI-I, PS/2, audio I/O, and external CFast slot.
- Graphics Capability: Integrated Intel® HD Graphics 4000 supporting triple independent displays (VGA + 2× DVI/HDMI).
- Storage Options: 1× internal 2.5" SATA III HDD/SSD bay; 1× CFast slot for removable storage.
- Optional Features:
- Isolated 8× DI and 8× DO with Change-of-State (COS) interrupt.
- Intelligent ignition power control for in-vehicle applications.
- Smart fan option for expansion cassette.
- Power Flexibility: 8–25 VDC input range with optional 120W or 160W AC/DC adapter.
- Reliability: MTBF of 93,732 hours.
- Compact Form Factor: 240 × 225 × 88 mm, 4.4 kg including HDD and RAM.

Country of origin: Taiwan R.O.C.

Customs tariff number: 8471 5000 000

Comprehensive Product Summary – Nuvo-3005P-i5DC




### 1. Product Overview

Product Name: Nuvo-3005P-i5DC
Model Number: Nuvo-3005P-i5DC
Series: Nuvo-3000 Series (Nuvo-3005P variant)
Article Number: Nuvo-3005P-i5DC
Manufacturer: Neousys Technology Inc.
Product Type: Fanless Embedded Controller / Industrial Computer
Processor Platform: Intel® 3rd Generation Core™ i5-3610ME (2.7/3.3 GHz, 3 MB cache)
Chipset: Intel® HM76 Platform Controller Hub

The Nuvo-3005P-i5DC is a rugged, fanless embedded controller designed for industrial, vehicular, and machine vision applications. It integrates Intel’s 3rd-generation Core™ i5 processor with a robust HM76 chipset, offering high computing performance, multiple Gigabit Ethernet ports, and versatile expansion options. The system is engineered for reliability in harsh environments, supporting wide temperature operation, vibration and shock resistance, and flexible DC power input.




### 2. Key Features

- Intel® Core™ i5-3610ME Processor: Dual-core, 2.7 GHz base frequency (up to 3.3 GHz Turbo), 3 MB cache, 35W TDP.
- Fanless Operation: Passive cooling design ensures silent, maintenance-free operation from -25°C to +70°C (with i5 CPU).
- Rugged Design: Vibration resistance up to 5 Grms and shock resistance up to 50 Grms (with SSD).
- High Network Connectivity: 5× Intel® I210 Gigabit Ethernet ports, optional 4× PoE P.S.E. ports compliant with IEEE 802.3af.
- Flexible Expansion: 1× PCI slot via patented expansion cassette; 2× Mini PCIe slots (one with SIM socket).
- Rich I/O Interface: 4× USB 3.0, 4× USB 2.0, 2× RS-232/422/485, VGA, dual DVI-I, PS/2, audio I/O, and external CFast slot.
- Graphics Capability: Integrated Intel® HD Graphics 4000 supporting triple independent displays (VGA + 2× DVI/HDMI).
- Storage Options: 1× internal 2.5" SATA III HDD/SSD bay; 1× CFast slot for removable storage.
- Optional Features:
- Isolated 8× DI and 8× DO with Change-of-State (COS) interrupt.
- Intelligent ignition power control for in-vehicle applications.
- Smart fan option for expansion cassette.
- Power Flexibility: 8–25 VDC input range with optional 120W or 160W AC/DC adapter.
- Reliability: MTBF of 93,732 hours.
- Compact Form Factor: 240 × 225 × 88 mm, 4.4 kg including HDD and RAM.




### 3. Technical Specifications

Processor Options:
- Intel® Core™ i7-3610QE (2.3/3.3 GHz, 6 MB cache)
- Intel® Core™ i5-3610ME (2.7/3.3 GHz, 3 MB cache)
- Intel® Celeron™ 1020E (2.2 GHz, 2 MB cache)

Chipset: Intel® HM76 PCH
Memory: 2× 204-pin DDR3 SO-DIMM sockets, up to 16 GB DDR3 1333/1600 MHz
Graphics: Intel® HD Graphics 4000
Display Outputs:
- 1× VGA (DB-15, up to 2048×1536)
- 2× DVI-I (supporting DVI/HDMI up to 1920×1200 or DP up to 2560×1600)

Storage:
- 1× 2.5" SATA III HDD/SSD bay
- 1× external CFast slot

Expansion:
- 1× PCI slot via integrated cassette
- 2× Mini PCIe slots (1 with SIM socket)

I/O Interfaces:
- Ethernet: 5× Intel® I210 GbE ports (optional 4× PoE IEEE 802.3af)
- USB: 4× USB 3.0, 4× USB 2.0
- Serial: 2× RS-232/422/485 (software-programmable)
- Audio: 1× Mic-in, 1× Speaker-out
- PS/2: 1× 6-pin Mini-DIN for keyboard/mouse
- Video: VGA + 2× DVI-I
- Remote Control: 10-pin header for remote on/off and LED status
- Optional DIO: 8× isolated DI, 8× isolated DO

Power Supply:
- Input: 8–25 VDC via 4-pin Mini-DIN or 3-pin terminal block
- Optional ignition control with configurable on/off delay
- Power consumption (typical):
- i7-3610QE: 72.96 W (3.84 A @ 19 V)
- i5-3610ME: 48.83 W (2.57 A @ 19 V)
- Celeron 1020E: 42.75 W (2.25 A @ 19 V)

Mechanical:
- Dimensions: 240 mm (W) × 225 mm (D) × 88 mm (H)
- Weight: 4.4 kg (with HDD and RAM)
- Mounting: Wall-mount (standard) or optional DIN-rail

Environmental:
- Operating Temperature: -25°C to +70°C (i5/i3), -25°C to +60°C (i7)
- Storage Temperature: -40°C to +85°C
- Humidity: 10–90%, non-condensing
- Vibration: 5 Grms, 5–500 Hz, 3 axes (IEC60068-2-64)
- Shock: 50 Grms, 11 ms half-sine (IEC60068-2-27)
- EMC: CE/FCC Class A (EN 55022 & EN 55024)




### 4. Functionality

The Nuvo-3005P-i5DC operates as a high-performance embedded controller for industrial automation, machine vision, surveillance, and vehicular computing. Its fanless design ensures silent operation and long-term reliability in dusty or vibration-prone environments.

Use Cases:
- Machine Vision: Multi-camera inspection systems using 5× GbE or PoE ports.
- In-Vehicle Computing: Intelligent ignition control for fleet management and mobile DVRs.
- Medical Imaging: Stable, low-noise computing for diagnostic equipment.
- Surveillance: PoE-enabled camera systems for security and analytics.

Compatibility:
Supports Windows XP/7/8, Linux (Ubuntu, Debian, CentOS, Fedora). Drivers for Intel I210 GbE, HD Graphics, USB 3.0, and Realtek ALC262 audio are provided.




### 5. Components & Accessories

Included Items:
- 1× Nuvo-3005P-i5DC unit
- 1× Accessory box containing:
- Wall-mounting brackets and screws
- 3-pin pluggable terminal block
- Foot pads
- HDD thermal pad
- Neousys Drivers & Utilities DVD

Optional Accessories:
- 120W or 160W AC/DC power adapter
- DIN-rail mounting kit
- PCIe-PoE4P card (adds 4× PoE ports)
- Isolated DIO module (8DI + 8DO)
- Smart fan for cassette cooling
- Ignition power control module

Connectors:
- 4-pin Mini-DIN for DC input
- 3-pin terminal block for DC/ignition input
- 10-pin remote control header
- DSub-9 for COM ports
- DSub-25 for optional DIO




### 6. Installation & Setup

Requirements:
- DC power source (8–25 VDC) or AC/DC adapter
- Compatible DDR3 SO-DIMM memory (up to 16 GB)
- 2.5" SATA HDD/SSD

Mounting Options:
- Wall-mount (standard brackets included)
- DIN-rail (optional kit)

Configuration Steps:
1. Install DDR3 SODIMM modules via bottom access panel.
2. Mount 2.5" HDD/SSD using thermal pad and bracket.
3. Connect DC power via Mini-DIN or terminal block (do not use both).
4. Configure BIOS for COM port modes, SATA mode (IDE/AHCI), and power behavior.
5. Install OS and drivers using the provided DVD or manual setup.

Ignition Control Setup (optional):
- Rotary switch selects one of 8 modes (0–7) for power-on/off delay.
- Supports smart off-delay and low-battery protection.




### 7. Performance & Capabilities

Processing Power:
Intel® Core™ i5-3610ME delivers strong dual-core performance suitable for real-time analytics, image processing, and control tasks.

Graphics Performance:
Intel® HD Graphics 4000 supports triple independent displays with resolutions up to 2560×1600 (DP equivalent).

Networking:
5× Intel® I210 GbE controllers ensure dedicated PCIe lanes for each port, minimizing latency and maximizing throughput. Optional PoE ports supply 15.4 W per channel.

Storage Performance:
SATA III interface supports high-speed SSDs for fast data access. CFast slot allows quick data exchange or OS deployment.

Reliability Metrics:
- MTBF: 93,732 hours
- Continuous operation at 100% CPU load within rated temperature range

Limitations:
- No internal fan; thermal management relies on ambient airflow.
- For sub-zero operation, SSD or wide-temperature HDD required.




### 8. Standards & Compliance

Certifications:
- CE: Conforms to EU EMC Directive (EN 55022, EN 55024).
- FCC: Class A digital device, Part 15 compliance.
- RoHS: Restriction of Hazardous Substances compliant.
- IEC Testing:
- Vibration: IEC60068-2-64
- Shock: IEC60068-2-27

Industry Standards:
- IEEE 802.3af (PoE compliance)
- PCI/PCIe Gen2
- USB 3.0 SuperSpeed
- SATA III (6 Gbps)




### 9. Additional Information

Warranty:
Standard manufacturer warranty (contact Neousys for regional terms).

Support & Maintenance:
- Driver and BIOS updates available via Neousys website.
- Technical support includes installation guidance, OS compatibility, and firmware updates.
- Optional extended service contracts for industrial deployments.

Maintenance Recommendations:
- Ensure adequate ventilation for passive cooling.
- Periodically inspect connectors and mounting screws.
- Use SSDs for vibration-prone environments.

Software Support:
- “One-Click” driver installation utility for Windows.
- Manual driver packages for chipset, graphics, LAN, audio, USB 3.0, and ME firmware.
- WDT/DIO library for Windows XP/7 (32/64-bit) with sample code and API documentation.

Watchdog & DIO Functionality:
- Hardware watchdog timer for system recovery.
- Optional isolated DIO supports polling and COS interrupt modes.
- 8× DI (5–24 V logic high, 2500 Vrms isolation)
- 8× DO (100 mA sustained, 250 mA peak per channel)

Ignition Control Modes:
- 8 selectable modes (0–7) with configurable delays:
- Mode 2: 10s on / 10s off
- Mode 5: 30s on / 30 min off
- Mode 7: 30s on / 5h off (smart off-delay)

Operating System Compatibility:
- Windows XP/7 (32/64-bit)
- Ubuntu ≥11.04, Debian ≥6.0, CentOS 6.4, Fedora 14
- Linux kernel ≥2.6.19 recommended for AHCI and USB 3.0 support

Documentation:
- Nuvo-3000 Series User’s Manual (Rev. A1.1)
- Driver & Utilities DVD
- WDT/DIO API Manual




### Summary

The Neousys Nuvo-3005P-i5DC is a high-performance, fanless embedded controller engineered for industrial automation, machine vision, and vehicular computing. Combining Intel’s 3rd-generation Core™ i5 processor with a ruggedized chassis, it delivers reliable operation across extreme temperatures and mechanical stress. Its modular expansion cassette, multiple GbE ports, and optional PoE and DIO features make it adaptable to diverse applications requiring robust connectivity and real-time control.

With comprehensive I/O, flexible power input, and intelligent ignition control, the Nuvo-3005P-i5DC stands as a versatile, field-proven platform for mission-critical embedded systems.