Axiomtek Launches PICO51R: Ultra‑Compact Pico‑ITX SBC for Industrial IoT

Axiomtek introduces the PICO51R, a 2.5‑inch pico‑ITX motherboard powered by 7th‑generation Intel Core i7/i5/i3 or Celeron CPUs. With the processor mounted on the rear side, the board facilitates efficient heat extraction, enabling fanless operation and rapid system integration.

The compact, rugged design incorporates practical expansion options within its limited footprint, including an M.2 Key E slot for wireless modules and an M.2 Key B slot for storage cards. The PICO51R is ideal for industrial automation where space constraints demand a small‑form‑factor solution.

Memory support is robust: a single 260‑pin DDR4‑2133 SO‑DIMM can deliver up to 16 GB of system RAM. Graphics are handled by Intel HD, offering true high‑definition output with dual‑display configurations via DisplayPort and 18/24‑bit single/dual‑channel LVDS. The board withstands a wide temperature range from –20 °C to +60 °C, making it suitable for harsh environments.

Connectivity is extensive: two USB 3.0 ports, two USB 2.0 ports, two Gigabit Ethernet ports powered by Intel Ethernet Connection I219‑LM and Intel Ethernet Controller I211‑AT, two RS‑232/422/485 ports, an I²C port, and a 4‑bit DIO port. Power is supplied through a single +12 V DC input. Reliability features include a watchdog timer, hardware monitoring for temperature, voltage, and fan speed, and Intel Active Management Technology 11 for remote management.