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Summary of BOARDCON IDEA3399 FEATURE-RICH SBC COMES WITH M.2 NVME SSD AND 4G LTE PCIE SOCKETS
Boardcon launched the Idea3399, a Rockchip RK3399-based single-board computer featuring a CM3399 system-on-module with castellated pins. Unlike its predecessor, this board integrates an M.2 NVMe SSD slot and an mPCIe socket for 4G LTE connectivity. It supports Android 7.1.2 on Linux 4.4.126, offering dual-core Cortex-A72 and quad-core Cortex-A53 processing power. The design targets AIoT applications including robots and interactive devices while providing extensive I/O options like HDMI 2.0, WiFi 5, Bluetooth 4.1, and multiple USB ports within a compact 135mm x 90mm footprint.
Parts used in the Idea3399 Project:
- Rockchip RK3399 Processor
- CM3399 System-on-Module
- M.2 2280 NVMe SSD Slot
- mPCIe Socket for 4G LTE Modem
- Realtek ALC5651 Audio CODEC
- RK808 PMU Power Management Unit
- RTL8211E Gigabit Ethernet Controller
- MicroSD Card Slot
- CR1220 Battery for RTC
- HDMI 2.0 Port
A few years back, Boardcon introduced EM3399 single board computer powered by a Rockchip RK3399 processor through the company’s PICO3399 SO-DIMM system-on-module.
They’ve now designed another RK3399 based SBC , the Idea3399 – comprised of a baseboard and module, but instead of re-using the SO-DIMM module, CM3399 system-on-module with castellated holes was used instead. The new board comes with many of the same features as their first board but adds an M.2 NVMe SSD slot and mPCIe socket for 4G LTE modem on the back of the board.
CM3399 SoM
Key Features And Specifications:
- SoC – Rockchip RK3399 dual Cortex-A72 @ 1.8GHz + quad Cortex-A53 @ 1.4GHz
- System Memory – 4GB LPDDR4
- Storage – 8GB eMMC flash
- 202 castellated pin (1.3mm pitch) with USB2.0 host, USB3.0 host, USB OTG, UART, MIPI, Ethernet, SPI, HDMI out, I2C, I2S, PCI Express, SDIO, SD/MMC, eDP, Camera, PWM, ADC IN, etc…
- Power – Supply Voltage: 5V; RK808 PMU
- Dimensions – 55 x 50mm (8 Layers, complying with EMS/EMI)
The module comes with Android 7.1.2 preinstalled and targets AIoT applications such as intelligent interactive devices, personal computers, and robots. The Android BSP is based on Linux 4.4.126 and the cross-compilation toolchain runs on Ubuntu 16.04.
Idea3399 SBC
Idea3399 SBC Specifications:
- SoM – CM3399 module described above
- Storage – MicroSD card slot, M.2 2280 NVMe SSD slot
- Video Output / Display I/F
- 1x mini Display Port
- 1x HDMI 2.0 port up to 4Kp60
- Up to 2x MIPI DSI interface for LCD (1x multiplexed with MIPI CSI)
- Audio – Realtek ALC5651 Audio CODEC, 3.5mm jack for headphone, 14-pin header for MIC Array, digital audio via HDMI
- Camera – Up to 2x MIPI CSI interface for 13MP camera (1x multiplexed with MIPI DSI); Optional OV13850 camera sensor (13MP)
- Connectivity
- Gigabit Ethernet (RTL8211E)
- Dual-band (2.4GHz/5GHz) 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac WiFi 5 and Bluetooth 4.1
- Optional 3G/4G LTE mPCIe card + SIM card slot
- USB – 1x USB2.0 host port, 2x USB 3.0 Type-C ports
- Serial
- 4-wire UART1 (Multiplexed signal with Ethernet), 1x 8pin connector
- 3-pin debug UART2
- 4-wire UART3 (Multiplexed signal with Ethernet), 1x 4pin connector
- Expansion Headers – 8-pin for SPI
- Misc – IR receiver; recovery, power and reset buttons; CR1220 battery for RTC
- Power Supply – DC 5V/3A or 3.6V~12.8V Li-Ion battery; 2x 5-pin power header; 2×4-pin PoE header
- Dimensions – 135mm x 90mm
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What processor powers the Idea3399?
The board is powered by a Rockchip RK3399 SoC with dual Cortex-A72 cores at 1.8GHz and quad Cortex-A53 cores at 1.4GHz. -
Does the Idea3399 support NVMe storage?
Yes, it includes an M.2 2280 NVMe SSD slot which was not present on the previous PICO3399 model. -
Can I connect a 4G LTE modem to this board?
Yes, the back of the board features an mPCIe socket and SIM card slot for optional 3G/4G LTE connectivity. -
What operating system runs on the Idea3399?
The module comes preinstalled with Android 7.1.2 based on Linux 4.4.126. -
How many USB 3.0 ports are available?
The board provides two USB 3.0 Type-C ports along with one USB 2.0 host port. -
What video output options does the board offer?
It features one mini DisplayPort and one HDMI 2.0 port capable of up to 4Kp60 resolution. -
Is the Idea3399 suitable for robot applications?
Yes, the board targets AIoT applications such as intelligent interactive devices, personal computers, and robots.
