Reliable Performance and Flexible Integration for Intelligent Edge Deployment
March 18th, 2026, TAIPEI, TAIWAN – BIOSTAR, a leading manufacturer of edge computing solutions, industrial motherboards, graphics cards, and storage devices, is proud to introduce the new BITWL-IHT, a Thin Mini-ITX industrial motherboard engineered to deliver stable and scalable performance for modern intelligent infrastructure. Built to smoothly run with the Intel® Alder Lake-N, Amston Lake, and Twin Lake series processors, the BITWL-IHT is designed to address the growing demand for reliable edge platforms across AIoT, industrial automation, HMI, kiosk, digital signage, and distributed edge computing environments where long-term stability and flexible integration are essential.
At its core, the BITWL-IHT supports Intel® Processor N150, Intel® Atom® x7213E, and Intel® Core™ i3-N305, offering adaptable processing performance across a wide spectrum of embedded and edge workloads. Combined with support for DDR5-4800 SO-DIMM memory up to 16GB, the platform ensures responsive multitasking, efficient data handling, and improved power efficiency for continuous industrial operation. Its compact 170mm x 170mm slim Mini-ITX form factor enables streamlined system integration in space-constrained environments, making it ideal for slim kiosks, panel PCs, and embedded control systems.
Designed to meet the visual demands of modern commercial and industrial deployments, the BITWL-IHT delivers flexible triple-display capability through Intel® integrated graphics. The motherboard features dual HDMI®, LVDS, or optional eDP for embedded panel integration, and a USB-C port with DisplayPort Alt Mode, providing versatile display connectivity for a wide range of system designs. This adaptable display architecture enables system integrators to build multi-screen digital signage, interactive kiosks, and real-time monitoring platforms with streamlined integration and efficient hardware utilization.
Industrial-grade connectivity is a defining strength of the BITWL-IHT. Equipped with six COM ports, including configurable RS232/422/485 interfaces, the motherboard ensures seamless communication with legacy industrial equipment, automation controllers, and machine peripherals. Dual Realtek Gigabit LAN ports provide stable network throughput for edge gateways, data aggregation nodes, and AIoT infrastructure. The inclusion of TPM 2.0 enhances hardware-level security, supporting secure boot and trusted platform deployment in enterprise and industrial environments.
To address the growing need for flexible connectivity and storage expansion, the BITWL-IHT integrates three M.2 slots. An M.2 Key-B slot with SIM support enables integration of 4G and 5G modules for remote and mobile deployments. The M.2 Key-M slot supports NVMe or SATA storage, allowing high-speed data access or cost-efficient storage configurations. An additional M.2 Key-E slot supports WiFi and Bluetooth modules, offering wireless connectivity tailored to specific deployment scenarios. This scalable expansion design allows system builders to customize solutions for smart retail, factory automation, transportation systems, and distributed edge networks.
Comprehensive I/O support further enhances system integration. The rear panel includes dual HDMI®, USB-C with DP Alt Mode and 20V/5A Power Delivery sink support, USB 3.2 Gen1 and USB 2.0 ports, dual Gigabit LAN, audio output, and DC power input. Internally, the board provides LVDS and optional eDP headers with backlight and voltage selection, SATA connectivity, multiple USB headers, digital I/O, I2C interface, configurable COM power headers, and dedicated fan connectors. Wide-range DC-in support from 9V to 24V ensures stable operation across diverse industrial power environments, while USB-C PD support simplifies power integration for modern system designs.
Engineered for long-term reliability, the BITWL-IHT operates within a temperature range of 0°C to 60°C and supports Windows 10 IoT Enterprise 21H2, Windows 11 IoT Enterprise 24H2, and Ubuntu 22.04. By integrating modern Intel® processing architecture, extensive industrial I/O, flexible expansion, and multi-display capability within a compact Thin Mini-ITX form factor, the BIOSTAR BITWL-IHT provides a stable and scalable foundation for intelligent edge deployments. Designed to meet the evolving demands of industrial and embedded computing environments, it empowers system integrators to build reliable, future-ready solutions with confidence.
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