The Industrial Automation Group of Advantech introduces the AIMB-564, an Intel Q965-based Industrial microATX motherboard that supports Intel Core 2 Duo processors and implements Active Management Technology (AMT) that enables remote management. There are seven SATA II drive connections and an eSATA HDD designed with RAID 0, 1, 5, 10 software.

The AIMB-564 can handle up to 8 GB of dual-channel DDR2 533/667/800 MHz memory, with a 1066/800/533 MHz FSB. Full support of Windows Vista 64-bit and DirectX 10 make this board ready for enhanced high-end graphics with lush 3D visual detail and an on-board eight channel high definition surround sound provides high audio performance.

Also included are one PCIe x16, one PCIe x 4, two PCI slots, ten USB 2.0 ports, one serial port, one parallel port, and two IEEE 1394 connectors. LAN connectivity is covered by one 10/100/1000 Base-T Intel 82566DM gigabit Ethernet port.

Advantech provides an optional TPM chip that can be plugged into the board for added security of the boot drive encryption, key and password storage, digital authentication, and hardened file protection. The AIMB-564 would be ideal for digital signage, kiosks, and point-of-sale terminals. The AIMB-564 is available for purchase directly from Advantech at 1-800-205-7940 or from an Advantech authorized dealer.