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        "msgid": "aitech-introduces-new-c165-single-board-computer-to-support-vme-system-development-and-modernisation-1789380621",
        "date": "2026-09-14 16:08:54",
        "title": "Aitech Introduces New C165 Single Board Computer to Support VME System Development and Modernisation",
        "author": "",
        "source": "ANTARA_ID",
        "tags": "",
        "topic": "Technology",
        "summary": "Aitech has announced the launch of the C165 Rugged 6U VME Single Board Computer, designed to modernise defence and aerospace systems. The new hardware allows organisations to upgrade computing and graphics capabilities while maintaining existing VME infrastructure, thereby reducing modernisation risks and costs.",
        "content": "<p>National Harbour, Maryland \u2014 Aitech, a global leader in rugged\nembedded computing and AI-based connectivity solutions for defence and\naerospace applications, has today announced the C165 Rugged 6U VME\nSingle Board Computer (SBC). This new technology assists defence and\naerospace organisations in building or modernising mission-critical\nsystems while maintaining proven VME infrastructure currently utilised\nacross various aerial, terrestrial, and maritime platforms.<\/p>\n<p>As military programmes face increasing pressure to enhance\nperformance, strengthen cybersecurity, and address component\nobsolescence, many programmes continue to rely on VME architectures that\nremain operationally effective but are difficult to maintain due to the\ncosts, schedule disruptions, and technical risks associated with\ncomplete platform redesigns. The C165 enables programme teams to\nmodernise computing capabilities within existing systems, extending\nplatform lifespans and accelerating technological updates without the\nneed to migrate to entirely new architectures.<\/p>\n<p>Aitech showcased the new C165 SBC alongside its mission-ready\ncomputing and connectivity solutions at the Air &amp; Space Forces\nAssociation Air, Space &amp; Cyber Conference held in National Harbour,\nMaryland.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cCustomers in the defence sector require practical modernisation\nsolutions to enhance operational capabilities while minimising programme\nrisks,\u201d said Alex Trigoub, Aitech Product Manager. \u201cThe C165 delivers\nmodern Intel processing optimised for power efficiency, high-performance\nintegrated GPUs, advanced cybersecurity, versatile I\/O, and secure\nhigh-capacity storage in a rugged 6U VME form factor. With these\ncapabilities, customers can improve performance, overcome component\nobsolescence challenges, and extend the operational life of existing\nsystems without redesigning platform architecture, whilst minimising\nupgrade and operational costs.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>The C165 reflects Aitech\u2019s commitment to helping customers modernise\nand maintain mission-critical systems through a combination of proven\ntechnology assets, specialised engineering expertise, and long-term\nlifecycle support. As a pin-compatible successor to Aitech\u2019s C164 and\nC163 SBCs, the C165 offers an efficient upgrade path to help customers\naddress technological obsolescence while protecting existing investments\nin qualified hardware, software, and platform infrastructure.<\/p>\n<p>Based on the 11th Generation Intel\u00ae Core\u2122 i7-118_5GRE Tiger Lake UP3\nprocessor, optimised for SWaP (Size, Weight, and Power) with integrated\nIntel\u00ae Iris\u00ae Xe graphics, the C165 delivers significantly higher\ncomputing and graphics performance compared to previous-generation VME\nsolutions. This allows system integrators to support increasingly\ncomplex workloads, including mission computing, ISR processing, video\nanalytics, and sensor-based applications, while maintaining\ncompatibility with existing VME systems.<\/p>\n<p>Beyond performance enhancements, the C165 meets the growing\ncybersecurity and data management requirements of modern defence\nprogrammes. The board supports up to 32 GB of LPDDR4X memory and up to 4\nTB of secure NVMe storage, and is equipped with Aitech\u2019s AiSecure\u2122\ncybersecurity framework, including TPM 2.0, Secure Boot, Intel Boot\nGuard, encrypted storage, and secure erase capabilities to protect\nmission-critical data and maintain system integrity.<\/p>\n<p>Key Features:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><p>11th Generation Intel Core i7-1185GRE Tiger Lake UP3\nprocessor<\/p><\/li>\n<li><p>Intel Iris Xe graphics with 96 execution units<\/p><\/li>\n<li><p>Up to 2x increase in CPU performance per watt compared to\nprevious Aitech VME platforms<\/p><\/li>\n<li><p>Over 2.5x increase in graphics performance<\/p><\/li>\n<li><p>Up to 32 GB LPDDR4X-4267 memory with in-band ECC to optimise\nmemory-intensive workloads<\/p><\/li>\n<li><p>Self-encrypting NVMe SSD up to 4 TB with Quick Erase and Secure\nErase<\/p><\/li>\n<li><p>AiSecure cybersecurity framework with TPM 2.0, Secure Boot, and\nIntel Boot Guard support<\/p><\/li>\n<li><p>Support for PMC and XMC mezzanine slots to expand functions and\nI\/O<\/p><\/li>\n<li><p>Pin-compatible upgrade path for existing Aitech C164 and C163\nsystems<\/p><\/li>\n<li><p>Air-cooled and conduction-cooled variants available<\/p><\/li>\n<li><p>Rugged 6U VME form factor for defence and aerospace\nsystems<\/p><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The C165 is now available for mission system development and platform\nmodernisation programmes.<\/p>",
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