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Installing Fanless Computers: Important Dos and Don’ts
Fanless computers offer so many advantages including versatile mounting options, efficient power use, and enhanced reliability just to name a few.
APRIL 14 • 5 MIN READ
INDUSTRIAL IOT
Industrial Raspberry Pi: A Brief History and the Near Future
Intended to provide makers of all ages with a low-cost platform to learn the basics of coding, the first production Raspberry Pi was sold in 2012 for $30.
MARCH 31 • 4 MIN READ
Your Ultimate Guide to Understanding PCIe 5.0
What is PCIe Gen 5.0? PCIe 5.0 is the next evolution of the widely used, high-speed interface known as the Peripheral Component Interconnect Express, or PCIe. It is the common motherboard interface for peripheral connections, [read more]
AWS Greengrass Hardware Enables Connectivity for IoT Edge Devices
AWS IoT solutions running on qualified AWS Greengrass hardware were created to address challenges faced by IT teams. The growth of IoT devices at the edge means IT teams have to manage thousands of Operation [read more]
What are the Windows 11 Hardware Requirements?
We've been getting a lot of questions about Windows 11 hardware requirements. Microsoft has provided a definition of the minimum system requirements, but many are finding the requirements confusing. We hope to clear up some [read more]
Internal Computer Storage Types – Pros and Cons
The number of internal computer storage types has grown significantly over the years. It wasn't that long ago when the only storage decision you had to make was how much capacity you needed. The amount [read more]
What is a Zero Client?
Thick Clients, Thin Clients, and Zero Clients - What’s the Difference? When we talk about clients in technology, be it thick, thin, or zero, we are referring to computers. A processor, some memory, and a [read more]
Your Ultimate Guide to Understanding PCIe Gen 4.0
Is PCIe Gen 4 worth the upgrade? PCIe Gen 4 is the next evolution of a widely used, high-speed interface. Because nothing is ever quite fast enough when it comes to technology, it’s no surprise [read more]
Your Ultimate Guide to Understanding PCIe 5.0
What is PCIe Gen 5.0? PCIe 5.0 is the next evolution of the widely used, high-speed interface known as the Peripheral Component Interconnect Express, or PCIe. It is the common motherboard interface for peripheral connections, [read more]
AWS Greengrass Hardware Enables Connectivity for IoT Edge Devices
AWS IoT solutions running on qualified AWS Greengrass hardware were created to address challenges faced by IT teams. The growth of IoT devices at the edge means IT teams have to manage thousands of Operation [read more]
What are the Windows 11 Hardware Requirements?
We've been getting a lot of questions about Windows 11 hardware requirements. Microsoft has provided a definition of the minimum system requirements, but many are finding the requirements confusing. We hope to clear up some [read more]
Internal Computer Storage Types – Pros and Cons
The number of internal computer storage types has grown significantly over the years. It wasn't that long ago when the only storage decision you had to make was how much capacity you needed. The amount [read more]
What is a Zero Client?
Thick Clients, Thin Clients, and Zero Clients - What’s the Difference? When we talk about clients in technology, be it thick, thin, or zero, we are referring to computers. A processor, some memory, and a [read more]
Your Ultimate Guide to Understanding PCIe Gen 4.0
Is PCIe Gen 4 worth the upgrade? PCIe Gen 4 is the next evolution of a widely used, high-speed interface. Because nothing is ever quite fast enough when it comes to technology, it’s no surprise [read more]
AWS Greengrass Hardware Enables Connectivity for IoT Edge Devices
AWS IoT solutions running on qualified AWS Greengrass hardware were created to address challenges faced by IT teams. The growth of IoT devices at the edge means IT teams have to manage thousands of Operation [read more]
Advantages of Intel 10th Gen Processors for the IIoT
When selecting hardware for industrial applications such as automation, embedded systems, and edge computing, it’s important to understand the significant advantages of Intel® 10th gen core processors (formerly Comet Lake). Our Helix Series, is built [read more]
Wireless Remote Video Surveillance – Leveraging 4G
Wireless remote video surveillance utilizing 4G LTE technology is addressing challenges in the security and surveillance industry to protect resources in remote outposts. We spoke with Almen Didelija, Senior Applications Engineer and physical security specialist [read more]
Industrial Raspberry Pi: A Brief History and Current State
Raspberry Pi began its history a long way away from the world of business and industry. The first production Raspberry Pi was sold in 2012 for $30. It provided makers of all ages with a [read more]
Industrial IoT Gateway Design – Bridging the Technology Gap
Data is the lifeblood of modern business. But as technologies evolve to change the way we collect, process and act on data, what becomes of legacy devices that don’t have the capabilities or connectivity to [read more]
How Small is a Small Computer? Meeting the Size Requirements of Today’s Embedded Computers
The two primary demands on computer designers have been essentially the same for years: create increasingly powerful systems and do so in an ever-shrinking footprint. The consumer market has always focused primarily on raw processing [read more]
Rugged Computers for Tough Environments
Today’s complex technology projects are not just happening in pristine, temperature-controlled computer rooms. The environments of these projects can be pretty harsh and they call for more than just the best performance and price point. [read more]
Revision Control – The OnLogic Way
What is Revision Control? Revision Control, (sometimes called hardware lifecycle management) is the ability to manage technology change over time. With so much invested in your project and with so much potential for change, it’s [read more]
Fanless Hybrid Computer – what is it and why would I need one?
A fanless hybrid computer is the solution for when you need to use a computer with a high powered graphics card in an industrial environment that demands the ultimate in high reliability. Let’s start with [read more]
Why you Need to Create a Hardware Prototype
What is a Hardware Prototype? A hardware prototype is a test unit that meets your specifications. The unit allows your engineers, product managers, and other stakeholders to validate requirements for your application, environment, and budget. [read more]
Karbon: Rugged Computers for Industry 4.0
OnLogic created the Karbon Series rugged computers for Industry 4.0 from the ground up. Starting with customer requirements and strong German engineering credentials, the team created this high performing rugged computer with many flexible options [read more]
OnLogic Live! Helix Launch
We premiered our first edition of OnLogic Live! with our Helix launch. The Helix Series of industrial computers is now available for users in edge computing, industrial IoT, smart city, smart factory, AI and automation [read more]
Your Ultimate Guide to Understanding PCIe 5.0
What is PCIe Gen 5.0? PCIe 5.0 is the next evolution of the widely used, high-speed interface known as the Peripheral Component Interconnect Express, or PCIe. It is the common motherboard interface for peripheral connections, [read more]
What are the Windows 11 Hardware Requirements?
We've been getting a lot of questions about Windows 11 hardware requirements. Microsoft has provided a definition of the minimum system requirements, but many are finding the requirements confusing. We hope to clear up some [read more]
Internal Computer Storage Types – Pros and Cons
The number of internal computer storage types has grown significantly over the years. It wasn't that long ago when the only storage decision you had to make was how much capacity you needed. The amount [read more]
What is a Zero Client?
Thick Clients, Thin Clients, and Zero Clients - What’s the Difference? When we talk about clients in technology, be it thick, thin, or zero, we are referring to computers. A processor, some memory, and a [read more]
Your Ultimate Guide to Understanding PCIe Gen 4.0
Is PCIe Gen 4 worth the upgrade? PCIe Gen 4 is the next evolution of a widely used, high-speed interface. Because nothing is ever quite fast enough when it comes to technology, it’s no surprise [read more]