Description
ITX54U-L16 VER1.1 High-Performance Industrial Motherboard with Dual-Ball Bearing Fan
A robust industrial motherboard featuring Intel® Haswell/Broadwell-U processors, dual-channel DDR3L memory, extensive legacy interfaces, dual-ball bearing smart fan cooling, and comprehensive industrial I/O for demanding automation and control applications.
📋 Product Overview
The ITX54U-L16 VER1.1 is a high-performance industrial motherboard engineered for applications requiring reliable operation, extensive connectivity, and advanced thermal management. Featuring support for Intel® Haswell/Broadwell-U Core™ i3/i5/i7 processors, dual-channel DDR3L memory up to 16GB, comprehensive legacy interfaces including LPT and PS/2, six COM serial ports with RS485 support, and a dual-ball bearing smart fan for enhanced cooling reliability, this motherboard delivers exceptional performance and durability for industrial automation, machine control, and demanding embedded computing applications where continuous operation and interface flexibility are critical.
🛠️ Key Features
✓Advanced Thermal Management: Dual-ball bearing smart fan ensures long-term cooling reliability and extended operational life.
✓High-Performance CPU Support: Compatible with Intel® Haswell/Broadwell-U Core™ i3/i5/i7, Pentium®, and Celeron® processors.
✓Dual-Channel Memory: Two SO-DIMM slots supporting dual-channel DDR3L up to 16GB for enhanced performance.
✓Comprehensive Legacy Interfaces: LPT parallel port, PS/2 interface, and six COM serial ports with RS485 support.
✓Flexible Display Options: VGA, HDMI, and LVDS or eDP for versatile display configurations.
✓Extensive Storage: Dual SATA 3.0 interfaces plus mSATA 3.0 with optional 2.5″ drive support.
✓Industrial Connectivity: Six RS232 serial ports with support for up to four RS485 interfaces.
🔧 Core System Specifications
CPU
Intel® Core™ i5-5300U dual-core processor @ 2.3GHz (included)
Compatible with Intel® Haswell/Broadwell-U Core™ i3/i5/i7, Pentium®, and Celeron® processors
Compatible with Intel® Haswell/Broadwell-U Core™ i3/i5/i7, Pentium®, and Celeron® processors
Memory (DDR3L)
2 x SO-DIMM slots, supports dual-channel DDR3L 1600/1333 MHz, maximum 16GB
Storage
1 x mSATA 3.0 interface
2 x SATA 3.0 interfaces
Optional: 2.5″ hard drive interface (alternative to one SATA 3.0 interface)
2 x SATA 3.0 interfaces
Optional: 2.5″ hard drive interface (alternative to one SATA 3.0 interface)
Operating System
Windows 7, Windows 10, Linux
Graphics
Integrated Intel® HD Graphics (varies by CPU model)
Supports multiple display outputs via VGA, HDMI, and LVDS or eDP
Supports multiple display outputs via VGA, HDMI, and LVDS or eDP
🎥 Display & Audio Interfaces
Display Outputs
1 x VGA port
1 x HDMI port
1 x LVDS interface or eDP (selectable option)
Flexible display configuration with modern eDP alternative for embedded applications
1 x HDMI port
1 x LVDS interface or eDP (selectable option)
Flexible display configuration with modern eDP alternative for embedded applications
Audio Codec
Realtek ALC262/662/897 HD Audio
Audio Ports
1 x Front-panel audio header (2×5 pin, supports microphone input and line output)
1 x Line Out (Green 3.5mm jack)
1 x Microphone In (Pink 3.5mm jack)
1 x 4-pin amplifier interface for external audio amplification
1 x Line Out (Green 3.5mm jack)
1 x Microphone In (Pink 3.5mm jack)
1 x 4-pin amplifier interface for external audio amplification
🔌 Connectivity & I/O Ports
USB Ports
2 x USB 3.0 ports
6 x USB 2.0 ports
Total 8 USB ports for comprehensive peripheral connectivity
6 x USB 2.0 ports
Total 8 USB ports for comprehensive peripheral connectivity
Legacy Interfaces
1 x LPT parallel port (for legacy printers and industrial equipment)
1 x PS/2 interface (6-pin, for legacy keyboard/mouse)
Essential for applications requiring compatibility with older industrial peripherals
1 x PS/2 interface (6-pin, for legacy keyboard/mouse)
Essential for applications requiring compatibility with older industrial peripherals
Network
1 x Realtek Gigabit Ethernet port (RJ45, 10/100/1000 Mbps)
Optional: Dual network port configuration available
Optional: Dual network port configuration available
Serial Ports
6 x COM ports (RS232)
Default support for 2 x RS485 interfaces
Optional: Support for 4 x RS485 interfaces available
Comprehensive serial connectivity for industrial automation systems
Default support for 2 x RS485 interfaces
Optional: Support for 4 x RS485 interfaces available
Comprehensive serial connectivity for industrial automation systems
Expansion Slots
1 x Mini-PCIe slot (supports Wi-Fi or 4G/LTE modules)
Optional: Support for 2 x Mini-PCIe slots available (configurable)
Optional: Support for 2 x Mini-PCIe slots available (configurable)
Fan Interface
1 x 4-pin CPU fan header (supports PWM control)
Designed for connection to dual-ball bearing smart fan for enhanced cooling reliability
Designed for connection to dual-ball bearing smart fan for enhanced cooling reliability
GPIO
Supports 4-channel input & 4-channel output GPIO
Watchdog Timer
Hardware reset function (256 levels, 0~255 seconds)
⚡ Power & Cooling Specifications
Input Voltage
DC 12V ±5%
Power Mode
Supports AT/ATX mode switching for flexible power management
Cooling System
Dual-ball bearing smart fan
Enhanced reliability and extended operational life compared to standard sleeve bearing fans
PWM-controlled for optimized thermal management and reduced noise
Ensures long-term stable operation in continuous-use industrial applications
Enhanced reliability and extended operational life compared to standard sleeve bearing fans
PWM-controlled for optimized thermal management and reduced noise
Ensures long-term stable operation in continuous-use industrial applications
Thermal Design
Optimized for active cooling with high-reliability fan solution to maintain stable operation across the full temperature range (-10°C to 60°C)
🌎 Environmental & Physical Specifications
Operating Temperature
-10°C to +60°C (Wide-temperature operation suitable for industrial environments)
Storage Temperature
-20°C to +70°C
Operating Humidity
5% to 95% RH (non-condensing)
Dimensions
170mm × 170mm (Standard Mini-ITX form factor)
⚠️ Important Notes
Advanced Cooling Solution: Features a dual-ball bearing smart fan that provides significantly longer operational life and higher reliability compared to standard sleeve bearing fans. This is particularly important for 24/7 industrial applications where cooling system failure could lead to system downtime.
CPU Compatibility: This motherboard supports Intel® Haswell/Broadwell-U series processors including Core™ i3/i5/i7, Pentium®, and Celeron® models. The board comes with Intel® Core™ i5-5300U processor installed. For CPU upgrades, ensure compatibility with the Haswell/Broadwell-U architecture.
Memory Configuration: Supports dual-channel DDR3L memory (1.35V). For optimal performance with supported processors, install identical memory modules in both slots. Maximum supported capacity is 16GB (2x8GB).
Power Supply Requirements: Use a stable, high-quality DC 12V ±5% power adapter with adequate current capacity. When using higher-performance i5/i7 processors, multiple drives, and all connected peripherals, ensure the power supply can deliver sufficient current (typically 5-7A recommended).
Serial Port Configuration: Standard configuration includes 6 x RS232 COM ports with support for 2 x RS485 interfaces. Optional configuration with support for 4 x RS485 interfaces is available for applications requiring extensive RS485 communication.
Expansion Options: Standard configuration includes one Mini-PCIe slot. Optional configuration with two Mini-PCIe slots is available for applications requiring additional wireless or expansion modules.
Storage Configuration: Features dual SATA 3.0 interfaces plus mSATA 3.0 slot. One SATA interface can be configured as a 2.5″ drive interface. This flexible storage configuration supports multiple drive installations and storage redundancy options.
📐 Mechanical Dimensions
Unit: mm (Standard Mini-ITX – 170mm x 170mm)
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🖼 Product Images
ITX54U-L16 VER1.1 Component Layout Detail
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