The ARES-1983H Embedded Box PC combines durability, configurability, and performance in a single system. Designed as a Machine Vision Controller with Intel®, this compact embedded PC offers modular expansion with PoE LAN support, multiple USB ports, DisplayPort and VGA outputs, and isolated digital I/O—making it an ideal solution for smart factories, machine vision systems, and industrial control environments.
With up to 32GB DDR5 memory and integrated Intel® UHD Graphics, the ARES-1983H supports dual-display output and high-speed data processing. Its rugged metal + aluminum construction ensures thermal efficiency and reliability in harsh settings, while onboard TPM 2.0 provides added security. Thanks to its powerful architecture, the ARES-1983H Series can support predictive analytics and real-time monitoring, both essential for implementing effective preventive maintenance programs. Combined with its wide-range 12–24V DC power input and resistance to shock, vibration, and extreme temperatures, this industrial box PC is built for mission-critical performance at the edge.
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Watch the ARES-1983H in Action!In this video, explore the rugged design, high-speed I/O, and flexible mounting options that make the ARES-1983H Embedded Box PC ideal for automation, smart city, and AI-based edge computing systems. |
Features
- Intel® 14th/13th/12th Gen Core™ processor support (LGA1700 socket)
- 1 × DDR5 SO-DIMM slot (up to 32GB @ 5600 MHz)
- Dual display support: 1 × DisplayPort 1.4, 1 × VGA
- Up to 7 LAN ports (including 4 × PoE on ARES-1983H-MV)
- 6 × USB ports (2 × USB 3.2 Gen2, 2 × USB 3.2 Gen1, 2 × USB 2.0)
- 2 × COM ports (RS-232/422/485)
- M.2 and mPCIe expansion, with SIM slot and antenna holes
- 1 × 2.5″ HDD/SSD internal bay (ARES-1983H-MV)
- Digital I/O: 16 DI / 16 DO with 1.5 kV isolation (ARES-1983H-MV)
- Wide-range power input: DC 12–24V
- Certifications: CE, FCC Class A
Advantages
- Modular design: Easily configurable for diverse industrial needs
- Industrial durability: Withstands shock, vibration, and wide temperature ranges
- Flexible I/O: Multiple LAN, USB, COM, and expansion ports
- Dust-resistant fansink: Active cooling without internal buildup
- Compact footprint: Ideal for space-constrained embedded deployments
- Security ready: Integrated TPM 2.0 and secure mounting options
Industry Verticals
The ARES-1983H rugged PC is engineered for environments that demand compact performance and reliable uptime:
- Industrial automation – Edge processing and machine control
- AI and vision systems – High-speed PoE LAN support for cameras and sensors
- Smart cities – Rugged deployments in kiosks, traffic control, and surveillance
- Factory control – Data collection and analysis in harsh environments
- Retail systems – Compact back-end control units for digital signage or kiosks
- Transport & logistics – Durable computing at the edge of supply chains
| Processor | Intel® 14th/13th/12th Core™ i9/i7/i5/i3 processor in LGA1700 Socket (Max.65W) |
| System Memory | 1 x 262-pin DDR5 SO-DIMM sockets, supporting 4800/5600MHz SDRAM up to 32GB |
| Chipset | Intel® H610E |
| Graphics | Integrated Intel®UHD Graphics 730/770 |
| LAN Chipset | 1 x Intel® i219LM, 1 x Intel® i226LM, 5 x Intel® i210AT (4 x for GbE PoE) |
| Watchdog Timer | 1~255 levels reset |
| Serial Port | 1 x RS232, 1 x RS232(Default)/422/485 |
| USB Port | 2 x Internal USB-A 2.0, 2 x USB-A 2.0, 2 x USB-A 3.2 Gen1 (5Gbps), 2 x USB-A 3.2 Gen2 (10Gbps) |
| LAN Port | 1 x 2.5GbE ports, 2 x GbE ports, 4 x GbE PoE ports (IEEE802.3af) - (For ARES-1983H-MV) |
| Video Port | 1 x DisplayPort 1.4 (DP++), up to 4096x2304@60Hz, 1 x VGA, up to 1920x1200@60Hz |
| Power Input | DC 12~24V via 2-pin terminal block |
| Expansion Bus | 1 x M.2 E-key 2230 slot (PCIe 3.0 x1 + USB2.0 + CNVi), 1 x mPCIe (PCIe 3.0 x1 + USB 2.0, Full size) w/ 1 x nano SIM card slot |
| Operating temperature | w/ 35W TDP CPU: -20 ~ 60°C, ambient w/ air flow, w/ 65W TDP CPU: -20 ~ 50°C, ambient w/ air flow |
| Storage temperature | -30 ~ 70°C |
| Operating humidity | 10-95% @ 60°C (non-condensing) |
| Vibration | 5~500Hz 3 Grms X,Y,Z axis w/ SSD, according to IEC 68-2-64 |
| Shock & Crash | (According to IEC 68-2-27), 10G peak acceleration (11 m sec. duration) - operation, 30G peak acceleration (11 m sec. duration) - nonoperation |
| Certifications | CE, FCC Class A |
| Power Input | DC 12~24V via 2-pin terminal block |
| Power Consumption | ARES-1983H (w/ 65W TDP CPU): 110W (Max.), ARES-1983H-MV (w/ 65W TDP CPU): 170W (Max.) |
| Storage Type | 1 x 2.5” HDD/SSD internal drive bay (For ARES-1983H-MV), 1 x M.2 M-key 2242/2280 slot (PCIe 4.0 x4 + SATA) |
| Construction | Metal + Aluminum |
| Mounting | DIN-rail (optional w/ CTOS bracket), Wall-mount (standard) |
| Dimensions (W x D x H) | ARES-1983H-MV: 90 x 164 x 210mm, ARES-1983H: 55 x 164 x 210mm |
| Weight | ARES-1983H-MV: 3.1kg, ARES-1983H: 2.5kg |
| OS | Windows 10 / Windows 11 / Ubuntu |
