VIA delivers yet another form factor, the Em-ITX.
The design is rather small, being shorter than Mini-ITX, while delivering a lot more I/O ports.
Em-ITX Key Features:
- Dual I/O Coastlines - The VIA developed Em-ITX form factor specification includes dual I/O coastlines; I/O inputs can be found on both 17cm edges of the board. This unique design greatly reduces cable clutter facilitating even more compact and robust designs while also boosting signal integrity and improving airflow.
- Modular Expansion through Em-IO Bus - The Em-ITX form factor uses the specially developed Em-IO expansion bus to integrate with stackable, customizable, expansion modules. The Em-IO expansion bus integrates the majority of legacy and the latest bus signal technologies.
VIA is expected to deliver the first designs on this new form-factor and it has designed reference boards for adoption by major hardware manufacturers.
It may be hard to see designs for common sockets, other than soldered Nanos or Atoms. The board is very slim and Mini-ITX designs based on AM2/AM2+ or LGA775 sockets are very packed already.
The design may show serious advantages for "nettops", allowing to save on I/O port cabling, as both sides may fit directly to the case of the computer.
For more information visit VIA's website.
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