Advantech Launches ITA-168/178 Series with the Latest Intel® Celeron® Processor

Advantech launches its latest compact and fanless edge computers—the ITA-168 and 178 series. These devices are powered by the latest Intel® Celeron® processors and feature dual-channel DDR4 memory, with both embedded memory and SO-DIMM expansion slot. With a computing performance enhancement of up to 3.5 times, they excel as controllers for traffic management and automated fare collection systems. Additionally, they serve as versatile intelligent edge devices for data collection and processing in various smart city and IoT scenarios.

The ITA-168/178 series feature extensive I/O designs to meet diverse connectivity requirements. With 6 x USB 2.0 and 2 x USB 3.0 ports, along with 6 to 14 COM ports, they offer versatile options for external devices and controller demands. They accommodate various payment systems, including traditional tokens, contactless smart cards, and mobile payments, ensuring compatibility with advanced payment sensors through upgraded COM 1 and 2 ports operating at baud rates of 921600 for efficient data transmission. Moreover, by integrating Advantech iDoor modules with 2 mini PCIe slots, they allow for customized expansion for applications such as gate sensing, light indicators, WiFi/Bluetooth, 4G/LTE, and more.