Taipei Taiwan (October 09, 2008) - AAEON, a premier Industrial PC manufacturer, announces a new COM Express Module—the COM-965.  This module adopts one of the latest IntelR chipsets offering high computing performance and a superior graphics engine.  In support of this module, AAEON offers an off-the-shelf carrier board - the ECB-916M, to support evaluation of the COM Express module and to reduce the cost and resources required to adopt the modular platform

The COM-965 conforms to COM Express Pin-out Type III and supports the latest IntelR Core? 2 Duo/ CeleronR M (socket-P based) processor with the IntelR GME965+ICH8-M chipset.  Support for up to 4GB of DDRII is made possible by the inclusion of 2 SODIMM sockets on the module which has the advantage of configuring the memory in dual channel mode. The GME965 chipset offers the Intel X3100 graphics core with support for 24-bit dual-channel LVDS, TV-out, and CRT with support for simultaneous/dual view configurations. In addition to the native display interfaces, the COM-965 will support PCI-Express graphic cards on the carrier or the muxed SDVO channels may be converted on the carrier to any number of display interfaces such as DVI, HDMI, or additional LVDS channels.

“In addition to the excellent graphics performance, the COM-965 features a high definition audio interface that provides a great solution for digital signage, gaming, and other multimedia applications. The use of cutting-edge technology in the design of the COM-965 defines AAEON’s lead position with Intel”, said Peter Yang, Product Manager of AAEON’s Embedded Computing Division.  “Furthermore, the COM-965 offers wide expansion capability for users to select from.  The expansion interfaces include one PCI-Express〔x16〕, five PCI-Express〔x1〕, four 32-bit PCI, one LPC bus, one SMBus, and one I2C”, Peter added.  

The COM-965 features Gigabit Ethernet, providing a high bandwidth network connection as well as eight USB2.0 ports.  Another significant feature of COM-965 is the wide DC input range that is from 8.5V DC to 19V DC.  Storage requirements are met with one PATA and three SATA interfaces.  If you are looking for a solution to achieve cost efficiency and high performance, the COM-965 is an excellent choice. For more product information, please visitwww.aaeon.com.

About AAEON

AAEON Technology (TAIEX: 2463), established in 1992, manufactures and markets a wide range of OEM/ODM Industrial PCs all over the world. Our commitment to our customers is to provide reliable and high quality Embedded SBCs, Operator Panels, Panel PCs, Medical PCs, Embedded Controllers, Industrial Slot PCs, PC/104 modules, Full-size CPU cards, Half-size CPU Cards and related accessories.

By maintaining ISO-9001 and ISO-14001 certifications since 1994 and 1996 respectively, AAEON ensures the commitment to delivering products of the highest quality. Becoming a publicly traded company in 2001, AAEON has demonstrated the sound fiscal policies required for good investment opportunities. AAEON continues to earn numerous citations for its remarkable contribution to the industry, including four years of Symbol of Excellence Awards and the country's Eighth Annual Outstanding Business Award. In 2003, AAEON introduced TL9000 certification to further expand their commitment to quality.

AAEON has well established, strategically positioned branches worldwide including America, the Netherlands, China and Singapore.

AAEON is an Associate Member of the Intel^R Embedded and Communications Alliance:  A community of embedded and communications developers and solution providers. For more information, please visit www.aaeon.com.