YDS TECH ECS-M351: Best Industrial AI Box for Edge Computing | Leading Fanless Industrial PC

Powered by Intel® Core™ Ultra Processors with Industry-Leading NPU AI Performance, Built on Rugged Industrial Motherboard Technology

Elevate your edge AI deployments with the YDS TECH ECS-M351 AI Box — the best-in-class fanless industrial PC engineered for mission-critical edge computing and intelligent industrial applications. As a leading provider of embedded computing solutions, YDS TECH designs the ECS-M351 around a high-performance industrial motherboard, delivering premium AI inference power, extreme environmental durability, and seamless industrial connectivity in a compact, field-deployable form factor.

Whether you’re building machine vision systems, smart manufacturing lines, intelligent security analytics, or industrial IoT gateways, this embedded mainboard-based AI box delivers the reliability and compute power you need to deploy AI workloads directly at the edge — eliminating latency, reducing bandwidth costs, and unlocking real-time intelligent decision-making.

Unmatched AI Computing Performance with Intel® Core™ Ultra Architecture

At the heart of the ECS-M351 is the latest generation of Intel® Core™ Ultra processors, featuring a hybrid core design (Performance cores + Efficient cores + Low-power cores) with an integrated dedicated NPU for AI acceleration. Delivering up to 97 TOPS of AI compute performance, this system handles the most demanding edge AI workloads with ease — from real-time image recognition, object detection and semantic segmentation to predictive data analytics and industrial defect inspection.

All AI inference runs locally on the device, so you never have to rely on cloud connectivity for critical decisions. This delivers the lowest possible latency, maximum data privacy, and unmatched efficiency for always-on industrial AI deployments. With a wide range of processor SKUs available from Ultra 5 to Ultra 7 (both U-series and H-series), you can configure the exact performance level to match your application needs and budget.

Industrial-Grade Ruggedness Built on a Premium Embedded Mainboard

Purpose-built for 24/7 operation in harsh industrial environments, the ECS-M351 leverages a robust industrial motherboard engineered to withstand the toughest conditions found in factory floors, outdoor roadside units, and unmanned field sites:

• Extreme wide temperature tolerance: Standard models operate reliably from -20°C to +60°C; optional wide-temperature configurations extend the range to -40°C to +70°C for the most demanding climate environments.

• Wide voltage power input: Supports 9V~36V DC power input (12V recommended), compatible with all common industrial power systems and tolerant of voltage fluctuations. Features auto power-on and trigger power-on modes for fully unattended operation.

• Fanless cooling design: Eliminates moving parts entirely, reducing failure points and enabling dust-resistant, vibration-proof operation that outlasts traditional fan-cooled industrial computers.

Every component on this embedded mainboard is selected for long-term reliability, making the ECS-M351 the top choice for deployments where downtime is not an option.

Comprehensive I/O & Modular Expansion for Seamless Industrial Integration

Designed for maximum compatibility with industrial peripherals, sensors and networks, the ECS-M351 packs a full suite of industrial interfaces onto its compact industrial motherboard, eliminating the need for extra adapters and simplifying system integration:

• Dual high-speed Ethernet: 1x Intel® I219V/LM Gigabit Ethernet + 1x Intel® I226V 2.5G Ethernet for ultra-fast data transfer, network redundancy and multi-network segmentation.

• Multi-protocol serial connectivity: 4x RS232 (3-wire) ports + 2x configurable RS232/RS422/RS485 ports, supporting all mainstream industrial communication protocols for PLCs, sensors and legacy industrial equipment.

• 4K dual display output: 2x HDMI ports supporting up to 3840x2160@60Hz resolution, ideal for machine vision workstations, multi-monitor control panels and visual inspection systems.

• Flexible storage & wireless expansion: 1x SATA 3.0 port + 1x M.2 M-Key 2280 NVMe SSD slot for high-speed storage; onboard M.2 E-Key slot for WiFi and M.2 B-Key slot for 4G/5G cellular modules, with optional SIM card slot for always-on wireless connectivity.

• Full USB & digital I/O: 4x USB 3.0 + 4x USB 2.0 ports for peripheral connectivity, plus 8x optional GPIO channels for custom industrial control signals.

Compact Form Factor for Versatile Deployment Across Scenarios

Measuring just 205mm (L) x 140mm (W) x 55mm (H) (excluding mounting brackets and protruding connectors), the ECS-M351 features a space-saving design that fits into tight enclosures, small cabinets and space-constrained industrial sites. It supports desktop placement, embedded installation and wall mounting, giving you maximum flexibility to deploy the system exactly where your application requires it.

Key Applications

• Machine vision inspection and precision guidance systems

• Intelligent video analytics and AI-powered security surveillance

• Industrial IoT edge gateways and edge data aggregation nodes

• Smart manufacturing production line control and defect detection

• Autonomous transportation and roadside perception computing units

• Intelligent self-service kiosks and public service terminals

• Medical auxiliary intelligent devices and clinical edge computing

Full Product Specifications

• Processor: Intel® Core™ Ultra 5 / Ultra 7 Series (U/H variants available), integrated NPU AI accelerator, up to 97 TOPS AI performance

• Memory: Dual-channel DDR5 SO-DIMM, maximum 64GB, 4800MHz operating frequency

• Graphics & Display: 2x HDMI outputs, maximum resolution 3840x2160@60Hz

• Network: 1x Intel® I219V/LM 10/100/1000Mbps Ethernet; 1x Intel® I226V 10/100/1000/2500Mbps Ethernet

• Storage: 1x SATA 3.0 port; 1x M.2 M-Key 2280 SSD (supports NVMe/NGFF)

• Wireless Expansion: 1x M.2 E-Key slot (WiFi); 1x M.2 B-Key slot (4G/5G); optional SIM card slot

• USB Ports: 4x USB 3.0, 4x USB 2.0

• Serial Ports: 4x RS232 (3-wire); 2x Configurable RS232/RS422/RS485

• Digital I/O: 8x GPIO (optional)

• Power Input: DC 9V~36V wide range, recommended DC 12V; supports Auto Power On / Trigger Power On

• Operating Temperature: Standard -20°C ~ +60°C; Optional wide temp -40°C ~ +70°C

• Dimensions: 205mm (L) x 140mm (W) x 55mm (H) (excluding mounting hardware and protruding connectors)

• Cooling System: Fanless cooling design

• Operating Systems: Windows 10, Windows 11, Linux

• Weight: 1.46kg (bare unit); 2.55kg (packaged)

About YDS TECH

As a leading global manufacturer of industrial computing hardware and embedded mainboard solutions, YDS TECH specializes in rugged, reliable edge computing systems, industrial motherboards and industrial panel PCs. We design and build hardware that powers mission-critical applications across manufacturing, transportation, security, healthcare and IoT industries worldwide.

The ECS-M351 AI Box represents our top-tier edge AI computing platform, combining best-in-class Intel processing technology with the legendary durability of YDS TECH industrial embedded designs.