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Home Computing Industrial Motherboards 4" SBCAL253

AL253

The DFI AL253 4″ SBC provides a versatile computing platform for industrial systems requiring compact dimensions, reliable fanless operation and extensive connectivity. Processor options include the Intel Atom x7-E3950, x5-E3940 and x5-E3930, alongside the Intel Pentium N4200. Dual-channel DDR3L memory supports a combined capacity of up to 8GB, while optional eMMC, mSATA and SATA 3.0 provide flexible storage choices.

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Category: 4″ SBC, Industrial Motherboards

Brands: DFI

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AL253

The AL253 is a 4″ single board computer built around Intel Atom x6000E, Pentium, and Celeron processors (Elkhart Lake). It supports onboard LPDDR4 memory up to 16GB and offers both eDP and DisplayPort outputs for dual 4K displays. Expansion options include M.2 and Mini PCIe slots for wireless or storage modules. It features dual Intel Gigabit Ethernet, USB 3.2, SATA, and multiple COM ports. With 12V dc input and an extended temperature range of -20°C to 70°C, the AL253 is well-suited for industrial automation, transportation, and digital signage applications.

FEATURES

Computing Type 4″ SBC

Processor Intel Atom x6425E / x6211E / Pentium J6412 / Celeron N6211

Memory Support Onboard LPDDR4 up to 16GB

Storage Support 1 x SATA III, 1 x M.2 2242, 1 x Micro SD

Operating Temperature -20°C to 70°C

Cooling Method Fanless

Form Factor 4″ SBC

INDUSTRY

Industrial Automation Computing

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Computing Type:Motherboard

Operating System Compatibility:Windows 10 IoT Enterprise, Windows 11, Linux

Processor:Intel Atom x6425E / Celeron N6211 / Pentium J6412

Chipset:CIntel SoC Integrated

Memory Support:Onboard LPDDR4 up to 16GB

Storage Support:1 x SATA III, 1 x M.2 2242, 1 x Micro SD

Expansion Slots:1 x M.2 2242 B-key, 1 x Mini PCIe, TPM header

I O Ports:2 x Intel GbE LAN, 2 x USB 3.2, 2 x USB 2.0, DisplayPort, eDP

Form Factor:4″ SBC

Operating Temperature:-20°C to 70°C

Ingress Protection:IP20

Safety Approvals:CE, FCC

Compliance Standards:Class B

Application Specific Ratings:Industrial grade

Manufacturer:DFI

Warranty:2 years

Cooling Method:Fanless

Mounting Options:Panel or wall mount

Weight:0.22 kg

Dimensions:146 x 102 mm

Lan Ports:2 x Intel I210 GbE

Edge Interface:GPIO, COM, TPM, dual display

Longevity:10 years supply guarantee

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1. Which processors are available for the DFI AL253?

The AL253 is available with Intel Atom x7-E3950, x5-E3940 or x5-E3930 processors. An Intel Pentium N4200 configuration is also available, allowing designers to select the appropriate balance of processing performance and power consumption.

2. How much memory does the AL253 support?

The DFI AL253 combines 2GB, 4GB or 8GB of onboard DDR3L memory with one 204-pin SO-DIMM socket. The maximum combined system memory capacity is 8GB.

3. How many Ethernet and serial ports does the AL253 provide?

Depending on the selected configuration, the AL253 can provide up to four Gigabit Ethernet ports and four RS-232/422/485 serial ports. This makes the board suitable for industrial networking, equipment communication and gateway applications.

4. Can the AL253 operate across an extended temperature range?

Yes. Standard configurations operate from 0°C to +60°C, while selected wide-temperature models support operation from -40°C to +85°C. The appropriate model and thermal solution should be selected for the intended environment.

5. What applications is the DFI AL253 suitable for?

The AL253 is suited to industrial automation, machine control, IoT gateways, edge computing, network appliances, intelligent transportation and digital signage. Its fanless architecture, wide-range DC input and extensive I/O support make it suitable for compact industrial system designs.

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