The miniaturization of the PC resulted in the emergence Compute sticks type device - a PC as a USB "plug" with two main ports, such as HDMI and USB. With the PC to complete the work in a classic style in the workplace sufficiently monitor, keyboard and mouse. Another thing is that today computers penetrate the things that want to be connected to the Internet. Such systems would do well to equip with standardized solutions. This would make it possible to provide
a simple modernization of the computer unit or make a simple repair.
At CES 2017, Intel offered an interesting full-fledged computing module for all-all - this is a new form factor called Compute Card. The device actually resembles a credit card and external dimensions other than thickness, comparable with the "credit card". Intel Compute Card Dimensions are 95 x 55 x 5 mm. Such a card can be installed in the trading terminal to the home PC, kettle, and even shoes. Intel partners on the program called the company Dell, HP, Lenovo, Sharp,
Seneca Data, InFocus, DTx, TabletKiosk and Pasuntech.
The structure will include Compute Card processor in the form of a single chip, RAM, flash memory, wired and wireless communication modules. On the unified connector or slot, the company has chosen not to speak, but commercial solutions promises to provide delivery to the middle of this year. According to rumors, the device will be connected via the Port USB Type-C, because the USB 3.1 interface allows transport protocols for all major modern PC interfaces, including audio and
video. But Intel promises that the heart of the system will be a wide range of processors, including models Kaby Lake. Related Products :
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