NEXCOM Neu-XE102 and Neu-XE104 for Serial Device Integration

Serial interface requirements can define an embedded computer long before processor performance becomes the deciding factor. The NEXCOM Neu-XE102 and Neu-XE104 family comprises five fanless models based on Intel N50, N97 or N150 processors, offering four, six or fourteen COM ports in two enclosure sizes.

Start with the required serial interfaces

Each model provides two ports that support RS-232, RS-422 or RS-485. Any remaining COM ports are fixed to RS-232. A 14-port computer therefore delivers twelve additional RS-232 connections but still has two ports available for RS-422 or RS-485.

This distinction matters when several types of serial equipment share the same system. Counting connectors alone is not enough; the required electrical interface must also be assigned to the correct port.

Storage capacity determines the enclosure

At 40 mm high with its mounting bracket, the Neu-XE102-N50-4C is the lowest-profile option and relies on its M.2 slot for internal storage. The 6C2S and 14C2S versions use a 95 mm enclosure and add two 2.5-inch bays for SATA SSDs while retaining the M.2 slot.

The 4C and 6C2S models also include a Mini PCIe slot with SIM support for optional Wi-Fi, Bluetooth or 4G LTE modules. This expansion option is not available on the 14C2S models.

Five available models

Hardware shared across the range

All five systems support up to 16 GB of DDR4 memory and an M.2 2242 Key M NVMe SSD connected through PCIe 3.0 x1. Their external interfaces include two 2.5GbE ports, two HDMI 1.4 outputs supporting up to 3840 × 2160 at 30 Hz, and three USB 3.2 ports. TPM 2.0 and a 12 V DC input complete the common platform.

Browse the NEXCOM embedded computers. For help selecting a model, send IPC2U the required serial interfaces, enclosure limits, storage capacity and wireless options through the contact page.