Of course, as technology advances, not everything can remain identical. For example, when VGA ports or DDR4 memory are phased out - but within those limits, we work hard to keep compatibility intact. Some of our boards even offer “A” and “B” versions to support both old and new standards, like DDR4 and DDR5, during the transition period.
Te DPX-S460 supports up to four 4K displays. Is that level of graphical output being used in practice?
Yes, though typically in a three-display configuration with a button bar providing the fourth display. Tat’s the most common European setup. Te flexibility to support four native 4K outputs simply ensures customers have headroom for more complex designs, curved displays, or larger screen arrays.
Tell us about the DPX-M2280 and how it fits into your product portfolio.
Within the wider Advantech portfolio, we divide our range into three main categories: standard AIMB Mini-ITX boards, DPX-S/E all-in-one gaming platforms, and the DPX-M series, which sits between the two. Te DPX-M2280 belongs to this hybrid range, combining the flexibility of a standard board with several gaming-specific features typically found in our all-in-one platforms.
It’s ideal for applications like betting terminals, where you need gaming-related functionality but not the full set of features required by larger casino cabinets. Te M series gives developers flexibility, they can skip certain elements on their own I/O boards because our platform already includes them.
How do you strike a balance between compactness and expandability in these systems?
Tere’s always a trade-off. Te M series is less scalable than the S series, but we provide an expansion board option to add functionality if required. Tat increases the enclosure size slightly, but it’s a practical design compromise. Te goal is to offer flexibility without forcing a customer into a full-size form factor.
Both new platforms support discrete GPUs. In what scenarios do OEMs really need that extra graphic power?
It depends on the application and how their software handles graphics. Te Ryzen 8000 series has made a significant leap in integrated
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graphics performance, which means many customers can now drop the discrete GPU entirely, saving cost, reducing power consumption, and simplifying thermal design.
Tat said, we maintain PCIe slots across the product line to give customers scalability if their applications demand more graphic processing. It’s all about choice.
Are fanless designs still the industry preference?
Fanless operation has its appeal, but it’s not always the best option. Passive cooling means higher CPU operating temperatures, which can reduce lifespan. With good thermal cabinet design and quality fans, active cooling remains an effective and cost-efficient solution. Te perception that fanless is always better simply isn’t accurate in every scenario.
Beyond the hardware, how does Advantech’s gaming software suite add value for OEMs?
It shortens time-to-market. We provide middleware, driver stacks, and full SAS solutions that simplify development and certification. It allows customers to focus on their differentiation rather than reinventing the wheel for every project. Tat’s been a cornerstone of our approach since the beginning, making it easier for developers and regulators to work with our platforms.
Finally, after recent global supply chain disruptions, how is Advantech managing hardware availability?
We learned a lot from the last component shortage and made major structural changes to our supply chain management. We’ve diversified sourcing and built in more resilience so customers aren’t affected by sudden market shocks.
Tat said, there are still industry-wide challenges. Right now, for example, there’s a developing shortage of certain Intel components. But because of our scale and planning, we can mitigate those issues far more effectively than before.
Regarding AMD, our long-standing partnership has allowed us to build a high level of in-house expertise. We now provide additional engineering support in areas such as BIOS and security integration, which helps us deliver even stronger value to our customers and reinforces our position within the gaming sector.
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