Industrial Embedded Computers Built for Extreme Reliability
Contec's embedded computers deliver mission-critical performance in the harshest industrial environments. Our BX series fanless box PCs (-40 C to +60 C), DX series AI edge computers (NVIDIA Jetson up to 275 TOPS), and EPC series high-power PCs are trusted by manufacturers worldwide for 24/7 operation with High uptime reliability.
From ultra-compact palm-sized units (110 d780mm) to expandable powerhouses with removable storage and RAID, every model features Power Failure Protection, 10-13s fast boot, and industrial-grade components backed by 2-3 year warranties.
Why Traditional PCs Fail in Industrial Environments
Consumer-grade computers create costly bottlenecks in mission-critical applications, risking downtime, data loss, and production delays
Overheating Failures in Extreme Temperatures
Consumer PCs with cooling fans fail at -10°C or overheat above 40°C, causing production downtime and costly repairs. Dust clogs fans within months, leading to thermal shutdowns.
- Fan failures cause thermal shutdowns
- Limited -10°C to +40°C operation range
- Dust accumulation requires frequent cleaning
- Downtime costs thousands of dollars per hour
Fear of equipment failure
Power Failures Corrupt Critical Data
Sudden power outages during writes corrupt OS files and databases, requiring hours of recovery. Factory floors with unstable 12-24V DC power destroy standard PCs within weeks.
- Data corruption on sudden power loss
- Hours of downtime for system recovery
- No protection for unstable DC power
- Lost production data unrecoverable
Fear of data loss
Slow Boot Times Delay Production Restarts
Standard PCs take 2-5 minutes to boot Windows, delaying line restarts after power cycles or maintenance. Every minute of delay multiplies across shifts, costing thousands in lost productivity.
- 2-5 minute boot times waste production time
- Multiple daily restarts compound delays
- No fast recovery after maintenance
- Lost productivity across all shifts
Frustration with inefficiency
Storage Failures Lose Months of Logs
Fixed SSDs fail without warning, losing critical production logs, quality data, and audit trails. No hot-swappable storage means extended downtime for replacements.
- No RAID protection for critical data
- Fixed storage can't be swapped hot
- Lost audit logs risk compliance violations
- Hours of downtime for drive replacement
Fear of data loss
Bulky Towers Waste Factory Floor Space
Desktop towers (350×450mm) consume valuable floor space and can't mount to DIN rails or VESA brackets. Custom enclosures add significant per installation.
- Tower PCs too large for tight spaces
- No DIN rail or VESA mounting
- Custom enclosures cost significant
- Difficult cable management
Frustration with space constraints
Consumer Components Fail Under 24/7 Load
Standard PCs use consumer-grade capacitors and memory that fail after 6-12 months of continuous operation. Planned obsolescence means no spare parts after 2-3 years.
- Consumer parts fail under 24/7 load
- Capacitor failures after 6-12 months
- No long-term spare parts availability
- Forced upgrades disrupt production
Fear of unreliability
Weak AI Performance Bottlenecks Inspection
Standard integrated graphics can't handle real-time AI inference for visual inspection. Expensive GPU cards add significant and increase power/cooling requirements.
- Integrated graphics too weak for AI
- GPU cards add significant cost
- Higher power draw requires AC input
- Inference latency causes bottlenecks
Frustration with performance limits
How Contec Embedded Computers Solve Industrial Challenges
Industrial-grade features designed to eliminate bottlenecks and accelerate your production
Fanless Design: -40°C to +60°C
All 71 BX models use fanless cooling with industrial-grade heat dissipation, operating reliably from -40°C to +60°C. No moving parts means High uptime reliability with zero maintenance.
- High uptime reliability (no fan failures)
- -40°C to +60°C operation range (BX-M)
- Zero dust accumulation issues
- Silent operation for noise-sensitive areas
Power Failure Protection
Proprietary Power Failure Protection redirects writes to overlay memory during power loss, preventing data corruption. Wide 9-36V DC input tolerates unstable factory power.
- Zero data corruption on power loss
- 9-36V DC wide voltage input
- Safe power-off without OS shutdown
- Protects file system integrity
10-13 Second Fast Boot
Proprietary Fast Boot with HORM technology achieves Windows 10/11 startup in just 10-13 seconds, eliminating boot delays after power cycles or maintenance.
- 10s boot time (BX-T3000)
- 13s boot time (BX-T5000)
- Fast recovery after maintenance
- Minimizes production line delays
Removable Storage with RAID
Front-accessible removable 2.5" SATA slots (×2) support RAID mirroring for redundancy. Combined with TPM locking/encryption, hot-swap drives without downtime.
- Dual 2.5" SATA hot-swap slots
- RAID 1 mirroring for redundancy
- TPM encryption protects data
- Zero downtime for drive replacement
Ultra-Compact Design
BX-U310 fits in your palm (110×80×45mm), BX-T5000 is A5-sized (182×155×30mm). All models support DIN rail, VESA, and wall mounting with no custom enclosures needed.
- BX-U310: 110×80×45mm (palm-sized)
- BX-T5000/T3000: 182×155×30mm (A5)
- DIN rail, VESA, wall mount options
- No custom enclosures (significant saved)
Industrial-Grade Components
Embedded-type CPUs and industrial capacitors rated for 24/7 operation with 10+ year lifecycles. 2-3 year standard warranties with long-term spare parts availability.
- Embedded CPUs for stable supply
- Industrial capacitors (10+ years)
- Contact manufacturer for warranty details
- Long-term spare parts availability
NVIDIA Jetson AI: Up to 275 TOPS
DX series with NVIDIA Jetson modules deliver 0.5 to 275 TOPS AI inference performance in fanless, wide-temp enclosures. No external GPU cards needed.
- DX-M2300: 275 TOPS (AGX Orin 64GB)
- DX-U2200: 100 TOPS (Orin NX 16GB)
- Fanless design (no GPU card needed)
- <50ms inference latency
Proprietary Features That Set Us Apart
8 exclusive technologies built into Contec embedded computers to solve real industrial challenges
Power Failure Protection System
Proprietary system redirects writes to overlay memory during power failures, preventing file system corruption. Enables safe power-off without OS shutdown.
- Zero data corruption on power loss
- No OS shutdown required
- Works with Windows IoT lockdown
- Protects critical production data
Available on: BX-U310, BX-T5000, BX-T3000, BX-M4600, DX-M2300, DX-U2200, EPC-C5000A
CONTEC Fast Boot Technology
HORM (Hibernate Once Resume Many) technology achieves Windows 10/11 startup in just 10-13 seconds, eliminating boot delays after power cycles.
- 10s boot (BX-T3000)
- 13s boot (BX-T5000)
- Fast recovery after maintenance
- Reduces production line delays
Available on: BX-T5000, BX-T3000, EPC-C5000A
Disk Copy (BIOS-Level Backup)
BIOS utility for creating full disk backups without OS installation. Supports file and compressed formats for quick system restoration.
- BIOS-level backup (no OS needed)
- File and compressed formats
- Quick system restoration
- Protects against disk failures
Available on: BX-U310, BX-T5000, BX-T3000, EPC-C5000A
Secure Boot USB Key
TPM 2.0 chip with Secure Boot and USB Boot Protect features prevent unauthorized OS loading and protect against malware.
- TPM 2.0 hardware encryption
- Secure Boot prevents malware
- USB Boot Protect blocks unauthorized OS
- Meets cybersecurity standards
Available on: BX-U310, BX-T5000, BX-T3000, EPC-C5000A
Fanless Cooling Design
Industrial-grade heat dissipation with no moving parts achieves High uptime reliability. Operates reliably in extreme temperatures without dust accumulation.
- High uptime reliability (no fan failures)
- -40°C to +60°C operation (BX-M)
- Zero dust accumulation
- Silent operation
Temperature Ranges:
- • BX-M series: -40°C to +60°C
- • BX-T series: -20°C to +60°C
- • DX series: -20°C to +60°C
- • BX-U310: -10°C to +60°C
Available on: All 71 BX models
DIN Rail Mounting
Flexible installation options including DIN rail, VESA, and wall mount eliminate need for custom enclosures (significant savings).
- DIN rail mounting compatible
- VESA bracket support
- Wall mount options
- No custom enclosures needed
Compact Sizes:
- • BX-U310: 110×80×45mm
- • BX-T series: 182×155×30.3mm (A5)
- • Multiple mounting kits available
- • Easy cable management
Available on: Most BX series models
Wide Voltage Input (9-36V DC)
Tolerates unstable factory power with 9-36V DC input range. Overvoltage/overcurrent protection meets EN61000-4-2 and EN61000-4-5 standards.
- 9-36V DC input range
- Overvoltage/overcurrent protection
- EN61000-4-2 and EN61000-4-5 certified
- Works with unstable factory power
Power Options:
- • BX-U310: 12V DC (9-36V range)
- • BX-T series: 12-24V DC
- • BX-M series: 12-24V DC
- • EPC-C5000A: AC 100-240V
Available on: All BX and DX series
Long-Term Supply (10+ Years)
Contec guarantees 10+ year product lifecycles with 3-year warranties. Obsolescence management protects your 15-20 year machine investments.
- 10+ year product lifecycle
- Contact manufacturer for warranty details
- Obsolescence management program
- Protects machine investments
Lifecycle Benefits:
- • No forced redesigns every 2-3 years
- • Consistent spare parts availability
- • BX-T3000: In production since 2020
- • Matches 15-20 year machine lifecycles
Available on: All Contec embedded computers
Explore Our Embedded Computer Lineup
From ultra-compact fanless box PCs to AI edge computers with 275 TOPS performance
BX Series - Fanless Box Computers
BX-U310
Palm-Sized Powerhouse
CPU: Intel Atom x6413E
Size: 110×80×45mm
Temp: -10°C to +60°C
Warranty: Contact manufacturer
BX-T5000-G
Slim A5 with 13s Boot
CPU: Core i5/i3 Raptor Lake-U
Size: 182×155×30mm (A5)
Temp: -20°C to +60°C
Warranty: Contact manufacturer
BX-T3000
10s Boot Whiskey Lake
CPU: Core i7/i5/i3 Whiskey Lake
Size: 182×155×30mm (A5)
Temp: -20°C to +60°C
Warranty: Contact manufacturer
BX-M4600-G
Removable RAID Storage
CPU: Core i7/i5/i3 Raptor Lake
GPU: UHD Graphics 770 (32 EU)
Storage: Removable 2.5" ×2
Warranty: Contact manufacturer
DX Series - AI Edge Computers
DX-M2300
275 TOPS Server-Class AI
Module: Jetson AGX Orin 64GB
AI: ~275 TOPS (INT8)
GPU: 2048 CUDA cores
Warranty: Contact manufacturer
DX-U2200
100 TOPS with 4G LTE
Module: Jetson Orin NX 16GB
AI: ~100 TOPS (INT8)
Network: 4× GbE + 4G LTE
Warranty: Contact manufacturer
DX-U1100
Cost-Effective AI Edge
Module: Jetson Nano
AI: ~0.5 TOPS (FP16)
GPU: 128 CUDA cores
Warranty: Contact manufacturer
EPC Series - High-Power PCs
EPC-C5000A
Xeon W with PCIe×16
CPU: Xeon W / Core 10th Gen
Expansion: PCIe×16 slot
Display: Triple-screen
Warranty: Contact manufacturer
Proven in Demanding Industrial Environments
Real-world applications across factory automation, AI inference, digital signage, and mission-critical systems
Factory Automation
BX series fanless computers control production lines, industrial robots, and manufacturing equipment with high reliability.
Digital Signage
BX-M4600 with Intel UHD Graphics 770 powers video walls and multi-stream displays with triple-screen support.
AI Edge Inference
DX series with NVIDIA Jetson delivers 0.5 to 275 TOPS for real-time AI inference with <50ms latency.
Railroad Monitoring
DX-U2200 with 4× GbE and 4G LTE enables remote railroad crossing monitoring with AI image analysis.
Vehicle Terminals
BX-T3000 and BX-U310 ultra-compact designs fit in tight spaces with 9-36V DC vehicle power support.
Medical Equipment
BX and EPC series with Power Failure Protection and TPM 2.0 security meet medical equipment requirements.
Compare 8 Featured Models Side-by-Side
Make informed decisions with detailed specs comparison across BX, DX, and EPC series
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| Specification | BX-U310 Ultra-Compact | BX-T5000-G 13th Gen | BX-T3000 10s Boot | BX-M4600-G High-Power | DX-M2300 275 TOPS | DX-U2200 100 TOPS | DX-U1100 Entry AI | EPC-C5000A High-Power |
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| CPU / Processor | Atom x7-E3950 (4-core 1.6GHz) | Core i5/i3 Raptor Lake-U (13th Gen) | Core i7/i5/i3 (Whiskey Lake) | Core i7-13700TE (13th Gen, 16-core) | 12-core / 8-core ARM Cortex-A78AE | 8-core ARM Cortex-A78AE | ARM Cortex-A57 (Jetson Nano) | Xeon W / Core 10th Gen (13 options) |
| Architecture / Module | Apollo Lake | Raptor Lake-U | Whiskey Lake-U | Raptor Lake-S | Jetson AGX Orin (64GB/32GB) | Jetson Orin NX (16GB/8GB) | Jetson Nano | Comet Lake-S |
| GPU / AI Performance | Intel HD 505 (No AI) | Intel Iris Xe (80 EU) | Intel UHD 620 (24 EU) | Intel UHD 770 (32 EU) | 275 TOPS (2048 CUDA + 64 Tensor) | 100 TOPS (1024 CUDA + 32 Tensor) | 0.5 TOPS (128 CUDA Maxwell) | Intel UHD 630/610 (+ optional NVIDIA GPU) |
| Memory (RAM) | DDR3L 4/8GB | DDR5 (varies) | DDR4 (varies) | DDR5 (varies) | 64GB / 32GB | 16GB / 8GB | 4GB | DDR4 (varies) |
| Storage Options | eMMC / SSD | M.2 NVMe + eMMC | M.2 NVMe + eMMC | M.2 NVMe + 2.5" SATA | M.2 NVMe | M.2 NVMe | Standard storage | M.2 NVMe + 2.5" SATA |
| Operating Temperature | -10°C to +60°C | -20°C to +60°C (0.7m/s airflow) | -20°C to +60°C (0.7m/s airflow) | -40°C to +60°C (Widest range) | -20°C to +60°C | -20°C to +60°C | -20°C to +60°C | Standard temp range |
| Cooling System | Fanless | Fanless | Fanless | Fanless | Fanless | Fanless | Fanless | Cooling Fan |
| Dimensions (W×D×H) | 110×80×45mm (Ultra-compact) | 182×155×30.3mm (A5 size) | 182×155×30mm (A5 size) | 280×200×53mm (High-power) | 273×220×90mm (Server-class AI) | 175×121×45mm | 175×121×45mm | 334×222×102mm (PCIe expansion) |
| Key I/O Interfaces | 2× GbE LAN 4× USB 3.0 HDMI + DP | 2× GbE LAN USB 3.2 DP + HDMI | 2× GbE LAN USB 3.1 DP + HDMI | 4× GbE LAN PCIe ×4 slot 3× Display outputs | 2× GbE LAN 4× USB 3.2 DP + HDMI | 4× GbE LAN 4G LTE option USB 3.2 | 2× GbE LAN USB 3.1 HDMI + DP | 3× GbE LAN PCIe ×16 VGA + HDMI + DP |
| Special Features | Power Failure Protection DIN Rail Mount 9-36V DC | 13s Fast Boot Power Failure Protection A5 Slim Design | 10s Fast Boot Power Failure Protection Proven Track Record | PCIe ×4 Expansion -40°C Operation 4× GbE LAN | 275 TOPS AI Power Failure Protection Fanless Design | 100 TOPS AI 4× GbE + 4G LTE Railroad Case Study | Entry-level AI PCIe Expansion Cost-effective | PCIe ×16 (GPU) Xeon W Options Triple Display |
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Specification Notes
- • All specifications subject to change without notice
- • Contact Contec for detailed model configurations and SKU options
- • Extended warranty available (contact for details)
- • Memory and storage capacities vary by SKU
- • Operating temperature ranges may require specific airflow conditions
Common Questions About Embedded Computers
18 answers covering product selection, features, specifications, and support
What's the difference between BX, DX, and EPC series?
What is Power Failure Protection and which models have it?
How fast is CONTEC Fast Boot? Which models support it?
What operating temperature ranges do embedded computers support?
Can DX series be used for AI training or only inference?
What is the difference between Jetson Nano, Xavier NX, Orin NX, and AGX Orin?
Do embedded computers support removable storage and RAID?
What is wide voltage input and why is it important?
How compact are the smallest embedded computers?
What operating systems are supported?
What support coverage do embedded computers have?
Can I use embedded computers for digital signage and video walls?
Are embedded computers suitable for vehicle or mobile applications?
What is TPM 2.0 and Secure Boot USB Key?
How do I choose between fanless (BX) and cooling fan (EPC) models?
What is Disk Copy and how does it work?
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