Advantech ARK-1124 - Introduction

ARK-1124 User Manual 2
1.1 Introduction
ARK-1124 is a palm-sized, modular and multifunctional fanless embedded system. A
fully modular design, ARK-1124 supports easy I/O switching with optional iDoor mod-
ules and power board expansions, which let customer change system configuration
by demand. ARK-1124 is a design ready platform which is targeted in market like
Machine Automation, Equipment Integration, KIOSK, and Edge Computing.
Palm Size & Multifunctional Design
ARK-1124 powers by Intel® Celeron® N3350 /Atom™ E3940 processor to offer high
performance in low power consumption. And its palm size dimension let user install in
space limited environment.
ARK-1124 provides a selection of I/O ports for different application by model. ARK-
1124C supports up to 4 COM port which is suitable for automation ; ARK-1124U
offers 4 USB 3.0 , 2 GbE LAN , and 1 x M.2 for wireless module which is suitable for
data gateway; ARK-1124H provides 2 x 4K2K HDMI display and 4 USB 3.0, which is
suitable for kiosk or digital signage.
For ARK-1124, the default power input is 12V DC in, and supports an optional wide
range 12~24V power module with wide temperature operation of -20 to 60C.
ARK-1124 passes worldwide certification including CE/FCC, CB, UL, CCC and
BSMI.
Multiple Display Support
ARK-1124 supports up to two display types: VGA and HDMI. In ARK-1124H, system
offers two 4K2K HDMI displays, which support dual independent displays. In ARK-
1124C and ARK-1124U, system provides one VGA display up to 2048 x 1280
@60Hz. The graphic engine is DirectX 11.3, OpenGL 4.4, and OpenCL 2.1 Full AVC/
VC1/MPEG2 HW Decode.
Flexible I/O Selection – iDoor and ARK Plus module
ARK-1124 offers flexible I/O design, with ARK plus module, user can extend I/O or
power module based on demands.
User can install iDoor on ARK plus module to extend I/O like COM, USB, LAN, CAN-
Bus, etc. And also can use ARK plus module to add 12-24V power module to extend
power input range.
Built in Intelligent Management Tools - WISE-PaSS/RMM
Advantech WISE-PaSS/RMM provides a valuable suite of programmable APIs such
as multi-level watchdog, hardware monitor, system restore, and other user-friendly
interface. WISE-PaSS/RMM makes the whole system more reliable and more intelli-
gent. ARK-1124 provides easy remote management so users can monitor, configure,
and control a large number of terminals to make maintenance and system recovery
simpler.