Overview
The X1500 is a purpose-built IO board tailored for the Raspberry Pi Compute Module 5 (CM5). It features two full-size M.2 NVMe slots and integrates a variety of peripherals into an ultra-compact design. This carrier board is meticulously engineered to streamline system development, allowing you to rapidly assemble solutions using readily available off-the-shelf components, such as existing Raspberry Pi HATs and M.2 NVMe devices.
For ease of integration, the board features a streamlined layout with major user connectors positioned along one edge, making enclosure design straightforward and efficient. Whether you're developing with the Compute Module 5 or deploying it as part of an embedded end product, the X1500 is designed to meet your needs with flexibility and performance.
Features
| For use with |
Raspberry Pi Compute Module 5 (CM5)
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| Key Features |
- Compact Design (87x87x25mm): Combines a small footprint with a rich array of I/O peripherals for versatile applications.
- Gigabit Ethernet Port: Features 1GbE with PoE+ support (for simplified power delivery)
- Dual M.2 2280 NVMe SSD Slots: Supports up to 8TB (4TB+4TB) via PCIe 2.0 (5Gbps) for fast data transfers and boot times, compatible with M.2 NVMe SSDs in 2280, 2242, and 2230 form factors.
- Dual HDMI 2.0 Ports: Enables dual 4K display output for multimedia or industrial use cases.
- Dual USB 3.2 Gen 1 Ports: delivering high-speed data transfer rates of up to 5 Gbps.
- Dual MIPI DSI/CSI-2 Connectors: 22-pin FPC connectors (0.5mm pitch) compatible with Raspberry Pi 5 CSI and DSI modules for seamless camera and display integration.
- MicroSD Card Slot: Supports Compute Module 5 Lite variants (without onboard eMMC)
- Raspberry Pi HAT+ Compatibility: Reuse existing Raspberry Pi HATs to save time and reduce development costs.
- Convenient Power Button: Easily wake or shut down the Compute Module 5 with a single press.
- RTC Battery Socket (CR1220): Ensures accurate timekeeping during power interruptions.
- PWM Fan Support: Includes a fan power connector for adjustable cooling in demanding environments.
- USB-C Port: Handles both power delivery and OS image loading directly into the CM5’s eMMC.
- Configurable Jumpers: Allows disabling features like wireless connectivity or EEPROM writing for customization.
- Streamlined Connector Layout: USB, HDMI, Ethernet, and power ports are grouped along one edge for clean cable management and easy enclosure integration.
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| Technical Specification |
Power supply:
5.1Vdc +/-5% 5A power via USB-C power supply
Connectivity:
- USB-C (Power in and OS image loading)
- 1Gigabit RJ45 Ethernet with PoE+ HAT+ support (requires separate Raspberry Pi PoE+ HAT+)
- 2 x USB3.0 Type-A
- 2 x USB2.0 Type-A
- Standard 40-pin GPIO header
- microSD card socket for Compute Module 5 Lite modules
- 2 x M.2 M key NVMe sockets
- 4-pin fan connector
- 2 x MIPI DSI/CSI-2 FPC connectors (22-pin 0.5 mm pitch cable)
- Raspberry Pi HAT+ connector
- RTC battery socket
Video: 2 x full-size HDMI 2.0 connectors
Input power: External +5V USB-C PSU
Power button to wake and shut down Compute Module 5
Form factor:: 85mm x 87mm
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