AMI-120 System Expansion on Module

The AMI-120 interface is just like a PC/104 interface is to an x86 platform in concept, but proprietary for Advantech ARM architecture. Defined by Advantech, the AMI-120 bus interface is intended to provide a unified interface to expand the functionality of an existing ARM base platform in a dependable, easy, low cost and fast way.

Besides offering a full line of off-the-shelf AMI solution modules that connect to the main computing board through the AMI-120 bus interface, it is also possible to create customized versions of AMI modules based on desired features and the applied ARM computing platform. A customized AMI module can also have more than one function on a module, for example, a customer can add an extra USB and COM port on a single module. Also, these modules can be designed by Advantech, our customers, or by third party companies wishing to create solutions using our existing RISC platforms products.

Modularized IP Expansion and Development

AMI modules are connected through the ARM system interface which utilizes a well buffer and mapped definition and reservation by Advantech to provide wide range and rich I/O expansion capability.

The AMI solution module includes SW device driver support developed by Advantech to enable the communication between the AMI solution module and target computing ARM platform through a rugged 120-pin bus connector, which is the same as the industrial standard PC/104+ connector.

The AMI modules can be used singularly or stacked together to give the needed functionality. The user’s desired features can be simply added by adding multiple layers. Solution developers can leverage the off-the-shelf AMI module practicality and solution platform for application development, feasibility evaluation as well as mass deployment. This solution is perfect for developing vertical market applications that require specific function support, in a very fast manner.

Advantech’s off-the-shelf AMI-120 solution modules

To handle tough embedded applications, Advantech’s standard AMI module is designed with rugged construction that involves four screw holes for high shock and vibration operating environments. Advantech has developed a full line of AMI solution modules to support our RISC computing platforms, meeting a variety of embedded application demands. Specified feature requirements also can be implemented through AMI customization service. Click here to view all AMI-120 Expansion Modules

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