DFI RPS101/RPS103 Mini-ITX Motherboards Support 14th, 13th, and 12th Gen Intel Core Processors with Quad Display Output, Dual 2.5GbE LAN, Multiple M.2 Slots and PCIe Gen5 Expansion

DFI has recently announced the RPS101/RPS103 series thin Mini-ITX motherboards designed for 12th, 13th, and 14th Gen Intel Gen CPUs that support up to 64GB of DDR5 memory. Supported by Intel 700 series UHD Graphics, it is capable of delivering 4K high-resolution quad display outputs, supporting up to four independent displays through HDMI, DP++, USB Type-C, LVDS/eDP, and DFI extension ports. Expansion options include a PCIe gen5 x16 slot and multiple m.2 slots for wi-fi, SATA, and PCIe devices. Connectivity includes dual Intel 2.5GbE LAN ports, multiple high-speed USB ports, and  I/O capabilities like COM ports and SATA 3.0. Designed with a wide-range DC input (12-28V) and efficient cooling options, these motherboards are ideal for applications requiring compact designs and multi-display outputs, such as digital signage, embedded systems, and industrial control systems.

We have previously written about some similar Mini-ITX motherboards, including the MI1001, the MI1000, the Mix-ALPSD1, and many more. Feel free to check those out if you want to know more about this topic.

The RPS101/RPS103 Mini-ITX Motherboards Specifications:

• Model Variants
  • RPS101/RPS103-R680E
  • RPS101/RPS103-Q670E
  • RPS101/RPS103-H610E
• System
  • Processor:
    • 14th Generation, 13th Generation, 13th Generation Intel LGA 1700 Socket Processors (TDP up to 65W)
      • Intel Core I9-14900 (24 Cores, 36M Cache, up to 5.8 GHz)
      • Intel Core I7-14700 (20 Cores, 33M Cache, up to 5.4 GHz)
      • Intel Core I5-14500 (14 Cores, 24M Cache, up to 5.0 GHz)
      • Intel Core I3-14100 (4 Cores, 12M Cache, up to 4.7 GHz)
      • (Additional options available)
  • Chipset:
    • Intel R680E Chipset (R680E variant)
    • Intel Q670E Chipset (Q670E variant)
    • Intel H610E Chipset (H610E variant)
  • Memory:
    • Two 262-pin SODIMM slots, up to 64GB (ECC/Non-ECC)
    • Dual Channel DDR5 5600 MHz
  • BIOS:
    • AMI SPI 256Mbit
• Graphics
  • Controller:
    • Intel UHD Graphics 700 series
  • Features:
    • 3D Graphics HW Acceleration: DX12, Open GL 4.6, Vulkan 1.2
    • HW Video Decode:
      • 8K60 12b 4:2:0, HEVC/VP9/SCC
      • 8K30 10b 4:2:0 AV1
      • 5K60 10b 4:4:4 HEVC/VP9/SCC
    • HW Video Encode:
      • 8K30 or 5K60, 8b/10b 4:2:0 HEVC/VP9/SCC
  • Display:
    • 1 x HDMI 2.0
    • 1 x DP++ 1.2
    • 1 x USB Type-C
    • 1 x eDP (Resolution up to 4096×2160 @ 60Hz)
    • LVDS (Resolution up to 1920×1200 @ 60Hz)
    • 1 x DFI Display Extension Port (DP/HDMI/VGA available)
    • Quad Display Support
• Expansion
  • Interface:
    • 1 x PCIe x16 (Gen 5, Max. 75W)
  • M.2 Slots:
    • 1 x M.2 2230 E Key
    • 1 x M.2 2242/3042/3052 B Key
    • 1 x M.2 2280 M Key (PCIe 4.0 or SATA)
• Audio
  • Audio Codec:
    • Realtek ALC888
• Ethernet
  • Controller:
    • 1 x Intel I226-LM (Core i9/i7/i5 support iAMT)
    • 1 x Intel I226-V (for RPS101/RPS103-Q670E and -H610E)
• Rear I/O
  • Ethernet:
    • 2 x 2.5GbE (RJ-45)
  • USB Ports:
    • For  R680E/Q670E Chipsets
      • 5 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type A
      • 1 x USB 3.2 Gen2 USB Type C
    • For H610E Chipset
      • 2x USB 3.2 Gen 2
      • 1x USB 3.2 Gen 1
      • 2x USB 2.0
  • Display:
    • 1 x HDMI 2.0
    • 1 x DP++ 1.2
    • 1 x USB Type-C
• Internal I/O
  • Serial:
    • 2 x RS-232/422/485 (w/o Power)
  • USB:
    • 4 x USB 2.0 (2 x 5 2.0mm pitch header)
  • Audio:
    • 1 x Front Audio Header (Line-out, Mic-in)
  • SATA:
    • 2 x SATA 3.0 (up to 6Gb/s)
  • Security:
    • Nuvoton TPM 2.0
• Misc:
  • System Reset
  • Programmable via Software from 1 to 255 Seconds
  • RTC
• Power
  • Type:
    • RPS101: Single 12V +/-10% DC via DC jack
    • RPS103: Wide Range 12~28V via DC jack
  • Consumption:
    • Idle: i9-13900E 65W: 12V, 8.5A (102W)
    • Max: i9-13900E 65W: 12V, 14.1A (169.2W)
• Dimensions: 170 x 170 mm
• Temperature Range
  • Operating: -5 to 65°C
  • Storage: -40 to 85°C
• Humidity:
  • Operating: 5 to 90% RH
  • Storage: 5 to 90% RH
• Certifications: CE, FCC Class B, RoHS

The company mentions that the RPS101/RPS103 models, including the RPS101/RPS103-R680E, support various operating systems. These include Microsoft Windows 10 IoT Enterprise 64-bit and Windows 11 Enterprise for all three models. Additionally, Linux is supported across all variants, providing flexibility for user requirements and applications.

The packing list contains one RPS101/RPS103 motherboard, a Serial ATA data and power cable (300mm in length, A81-002144-018G), a COM port cable (250mm in length with 1 COM port, A81-015011-001G), and an I/O shield with icons for 2 LAN and 5 USB ports (A49-RPS101-000G). More information, including a Datasheet, manual, and others, is available here.

Currently, the company has not disclosed any pricing details for the RPS101/RPS103 mini-ITX motherboards, so you’ll need to reach out directly to request a quote. For more information, including a complete list of supported CPUs, you can check the product page or the press release.

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