Advantech Launches MIC-3812V2: Rugged Carrier Board for NVIDIA MXM GPU Solutions

Advantech, Taipei, Taiwan, 10.07.2025 - Advantech, a global leader in embedded computing solutions, today announced the launch of the MIC-3812V2. This 3U CompactPCI® Serial peripheral board is engineered to empower mission-critical applications in demanding industries. Designed for exceptional reliability and performance, the MIC-3812V2 integrates MXM 3.0/3.1 graphics modules featuring NVIDIA accelerated computing and supports the latest MXM GPU cards - including the SKY-MXM-2000A, SKY-MXM-3500A, and SKY-MXM-5000A built on the NVIDIA Ada Lovelace architecture, delivering robust computing power for railway, medical, and other rugged and industrial applications.

Industry Applications: Rugged Design for Robust Environments

The MIC-3812V2 addresses the growing demand for high-performance embedded systems capable of operating reliably in challenging conditions across the following key sectors:

Railway: Compliant with EN50155 and EN50121-3-4 standards, ensuring uninterrupted operation in sustained vibration rail systems.

Medical: Supports high-resolution imaging and real-time diagnostics in medical devices, meeting stringent safety and reliability requirements.

Key Features: Built to Empower Industrial Innovation

1. High-Density Connectivity for Demanding Environments Features 2 HDMI 2.0 and 2 DisplayPort 1.4a connectors on the front panel, plus an optional DisplayPort routed to the backplane. This robust I/O supports flexible 4-display configurations essential for real-time monitoring, medical imaging, and tactical command systems.

2. Compact & Modular Design: MIC-3812V2 is a 3U 8HP MXM Carrier, which Compatible with Type A (82x70mm²), Type B, and Type B+ (82x105mm²) MXM modules, and support expandability of PCIe capabilities.

3. Scalable Solutions: Seamlessly integrates with Advantech's MIC-330/V2 CPU boards, MIC-3890V2 DC power, 21-Slot/11-Slot 3U/4U Enclosures and NVMe Carrier MIC-3821, forming a complete, rugged computing platform. 

4. Universal Compatibility with NVIDIA MXM GPU Modules: Specifically supports the NVIDIA Ada Lovelace GPU architecture: SKY-MXM-2000A, SKY-MXM-3500A, and SKY-MXM-5000A. 

Key benefits of these new MXM GPUs include:

• NVIDIA CUDA Cores: Delivers double the professional graphic rendering speed compared to the previous Ampere generation.
• 4th-Gen Tensor Cores: Provides twice the AI computing power of the Ampere generation.
• High-Level Image Acceleration: Achieves up to 2.5 times faster image processing with new video encode and decode engines.
• Extended Product Life Support: Guarantees over 5 years of longevity, ensuring system stability and durability.
• Customized Thermal Solutions: Ensures stable operation in temperatures from 0 ~ 55°C (dependent on MXM module and thermal solution), suitable for harsh industrial environments. If any other wide temperature request is needed, please contact your local sales for a more optimal solution.

Conclusion

The MIC-3812V2 exemplifies Advantech's commitment to innovation in rugged embedded computing. By combining powerful NVIDIA accelerated computing technology, strict industry compliance, and extended lifecycle assurance, we empower customers to tackle the toughest challenges in transportation, healthcare, and industrial applications.

The MIC-3812V2 is available now for order.