Waveshare Dual Ethernet Base Board for Raspberry Pi CM5

Description

The Waveshare Dual Ethernet Base Board transforms your Raspberry Pi Compute Module 5 into a robust industrial-grade platform, specifically engineered for demanding networking, edge computing, and communication tasks. It significantly expands the CM5’s capabilities by providing dual Ethernet ports (a 2.5G and a 1G port), dual 4K HDMI outputs for multi-display setups, and two high-speed USB 3.2 interfaces. Additionally, it integrates M.2 slots for NVMe SSDs, enabling rapid storage solutions, and an M.2 B-Key slot to facilitate 4G/5G cellular connectivity. This comprehensive expansion makes the CM5 exceptionally suitable for diverse professional applications requiring enhanced connectivity and storage.

Designed for versatility and durability, this base board features a wide 7-36V DC power input, alongside a 5V Type-C option, ensuring reliable operation in various industrial environments. It includes a PWM fan header with an accompanying cooling fan for efficient thermal management, a TF card slot, and full access to the Raspberry Pi’s 40-Pin GPIO header for extensive peripheral integration. These features collectively position the Waveshare Dual Ethernet Base Board as an ideal solution for remote monitoring, IoT gateways, AI edge computing, robotics, industrial automation, and advanced digital signage applications.