COM Express Compact Module features quad-core processor.

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Suitable for visualization and control applications, conga-TCG is available with 4 processors from AMD Embedded G-Series SOC platform, ranging from 1.0 GHz dual-core AMD GX-210HA with 1 MB shared L2 cache and 9 W TDP to 2.0 GHz quad-core AMD GX-420CA with 2 MB shared L2 cache and 25 W TDP. Integrated AMD Radeon™ graphics feature Universal Video Decoder 4.2 for seamless processing of BluRays. Interface options include VGA, Single/Dual channel 18/24-bit LVDS, DisplayPort 1.2, and DVI/HDMI 1.4a.



Original Press Release:



congatec Presents First x86 Quad-Core SOC Type 6 COM Express Compact Module



Based on the AMD Embedded G-Series SOC, the new conga-TCG combines compact design with improved graphics performance and power efficiency



DESIGN West, San Jose, California, --  congatec, a leading manufacturer of embedded computer modules, extends its COM Express product range with processors from the AMD Embedded G-Series SOC (System-On-Chip) family. This single-chip solution is based on AMD technology and integrates the next-generation computing power of the “Jaguar” based processor and AMD Radeon™ graphics cores in a compact package.



Users benefit from outstanding multimedia performance, an excellent performance-per-watt ratio and flexible task allocation on the CPU and GPU. Thanks to these features, the new conga-TCG module is an ideal solution for cost-sensitive visualization and control applications.



"The AMD Embedded G-Series SOC processors are a great addition to our computer-on-module family and are particularly suitable for graphically demanding embedded computing applications," said Martin Danzer, Director Product Management, congatec.



congatec currently offers four processors from the AMD Embedded G-Series SOC platform, ranging from the 1.0 GHz dual-core AMD GX-210HA (1MB shared L2 cache) with only a 9 Watt TDP to the 2.0 GHz quad-core AMD GX-420CA (2MB shared L2 cache) with a 25 Watt TDP.



The integrated AMD Radeon™ graphics feature the Universal Video Decoder 4.2 for seamless processing of BluRays with HDCP (1080p), MPEG-2, HD and DivX (MPEG-4) videos. The conga-TCG also supports DirectX® 11.1 and OpenGL 4.0 for fast 2D and 3D imaging and OpenCL 1.1. Interface options include VGA, Single/Dual channel 18/24bit LVDS, DisplayPort 1.2 and DVI / HDMI 1.4a and enable the direct control of two independent displays. DisplayPort 1.2 also enables multi-streaming, making it possible to control up to two displays per graphics port in daisy chain mode.



Four PCI Express x1 lanes Gen 2, two USB 3.0 ports, eight USB 2.0 ports, two SATA 3 Gb/s ports and a Gigabit Ethernet interface allow flexible system expansion at high data bandwidth. The congatec board controller, ACPI 3.0 power management and high-definition audio complete the package.



About congatec

congatec, with its North American headquarters in San Diego, California, is the leading supplier of industrial computer modules using the standard form factors Qseven, COM Express, XTX and ETX. congatec’s products can be used in a variety of industries and applications, such as industrial automation, medical technology, automotive supplies, aerospace and transportation. Core knowledge and technical know-how includes unique extended BIOS features as well as comprehensive driver and board support packages. Following the design-in phase, customers are given support via extensive product lifecycle management. The company’s products are manufactured by specialist service providers in accordance with modern quality standards. congatec currently has entities in The USA, Germany, Taiwan, the Czech Republic, Japan, and Australia. More information is available on our website at www.congatec.us.



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