The iBASE IB961 from FORTEC Integrated (previously known as Distec) is a 3.5-inch Single Board Computer (SBC) built around 13th Gen Intel Core processors. The board can support up to 32GB of DDR5-5200 non-ECC memory via 1x SO-DIMM socket and features dual DisplayPort (1.2), eDP, and LVDS interfaces along with dual 2.5GbE Ethernet for connectivity. Additionally, the SBC also includes 3x M.2 slots (M-Key, E-Key, B-Key) for expanded storage and 5G cellular communication. These features make the device useful for applications like automation, edge computing, transportation, digital signage, and kiosks/ATMs.
iBASE is well known for its SBCs and mini PCs and previously we have written about their products including the IBASE ISR500 fanless Edge AI computer, the IBASE 3.5-inch SBC with AMD Ryzen Embedded V2000 processor, the IBASE IBR215 Pico-ITX SBC. Additionally, we have written about similar SBCs and Mini PCs with 13th-gen Raptor Lake SoC including the GEEKOM GT13 Pro, the Cincoze DV-1100, the LattePanda Sigma SBC, and many more. You can also check those out if you are looking for similar products.
iBASE IB961 SBC Specification
- SoC – 13th gen Raptor Lake SoC (one or the other) – Note frequencies shown as base frequencies
- Intel Core i7-1370PE 14C/20T processor @ 1.9GHz with Intel UHD Graphics; PBP: 28W
- Intel Core i5-1340PE 14C/16T processor @ 1.8GHz with Intel UHD Graphics; PBP: 28W
- Intel Core i5-1335UE 10C/12T processor @ 1.3GHz with Intel UHD Graphics; PBP: 15W
- Intel Core i3-1320PE 8C/12T processor @ 1.7GHz with Intel UHD Graphics; PBP: 28W
- System Memory – Up to 32GB DDR5-5200 (Non-ECC) via 1x SO-DIMM socket
- Storage
- 1x M.2 (M-Key, Type:2280, supports NVMe with PCl-E(4x) signal only
- 2x SATA III
- Display Interfaces
- 2x DisplayPort (1.2)
- 1x eDP
- 1x LVDS
- Audio – 13th Gen Intel Core P-Series processor built-in HD audio + ALC888S codec
- Networking – 2x 2.5GbE RJ45 port via Intel I226LM and I226V controllers
- USB
- 3x USB 2.0 (1x Type-A)
- 3x USB 3.2 (3x Type-A)
- Serial – 2x COM port
- Expansion
- 1x M.2 (E-Key, Type: 2230, supports CNVi)
- 1x M.2 (B-Key, Type: 3052, supports 5G/LTE)
- Digital I/O (4-in/4-out)
- Security – fTPM
- Misc
- AMI BIOS with Watchdog Timer (256 levels)
- H/W Monitor
- Fintek F81804U-I I/O Chipset on board
- Power Supply – 12V to 24V DC via 2-pin connector
- Power Consumption – TBD
- Dimensions – 147 x 102mm
- Temperature Range
- Operating: 0°C to +60°C
- Storage: -20°C to +80°C
In the box, you will get the IB961 SBC, a driver disk, and a user manual. The company also provides a heatsink and a heat spreader as optional accessories for the SBC.
![iBASE IB961 SBC Block Diagram iBASE IB961 SBC Block Diagram](https://www.cnx-software.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/iBASE-IB961-SBC-Block-Diagram.jpg)
The company does not mention which operating system is supported by the iBASE IB961 in the press release and product page, but the user manual, which can be downloaded from the product page along with a datasheet, indicates support for Windows 10, and Ubuntu / Fedora Linux distributions.
The company has not provided pricing information for the IB961 3.5-inch SBC. Additional details may also be found in the product announcement.
![IBASE Heatspreader Heatsink IBASE Heatspreader Heatsink](https://www.cnx-software.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/IBASE-Heatspreader-Heatsink-720x280.webp)
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This is Raptor Lake (4 MB L3 cache per E-core cluster according to Wikipedia), but based on mobile dies so it shouldn’t be susceptible to the microcode fiasco.
I think this is what I would like to rest now