Portwell Launches AI Developer Kit Featuring NVIDIA® Jetson AGX Orin™, Advancing Edge AI Innovation

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Portwell, a global leader in embedded computing solutions and edge AI innovation, proudly announces the release of its PEDK-5230-AGX AI Developer Kit. Built on the NVIDIA® Jetson AGX Orin™ module, this powerful and feature-rich platform is tailored for industrial-grade AI development at the edge. It meets the growing demands for intelligent computing in robotics, machine vision, autonomous systems, and smart city infrastructure. With its compact open-frame form factor, advanced thermal solution, and versatile I/O interfaces, the PEDK-5230-AGX offers an efficient and scalable environment for edge AI prototyping and deployment. This launch underscores Portwell’s commitment to accelerating AIoT innovation with robust, ready-to-integrate platforms.

Advanced Platform with Industrial-Grade Features Powered by NVIDIA® Jetson AGX Orin™

At its core, the PEDK-5230-AGX is powered by the NVIDIA® Jetson AGX Orin™ 32GB SOM, delivering up to 200 TOPS of AI performance, making it ideal for real-time deep learning workloads. The platform is equipped with 32GB LPDDR5 RAM and 64GB eMMC storage, providing ample memory and storage to support seamless software compatibility across the NVIDIA Jetson ecosystem.

Designed for demanding environments, the developer kit offers a comprehensive set of front and rear I/Os, including 12x PoE GbE (10W per port, maximum 120W), 1x 10GbE, 1x 1GbE, 1x HDMI 2.1, and 8x USB 3.2 Type-A, including Type-C for OS flashing and debugging. Audio I/O (Mic-in and Line-out), 2x RS-232/422/485 COM ports, 2x CAN FD interfaces, 1x DIO 8-bit, and 2x Nano SIM slots complete the connectivity package, ensuring high interoperability with both legacy and cutting-edge devices.

Expansion capabilities include M.2 B Key (3042/3052) for LTE/5G, M.2 E Key (2230) for Wi-Fi/Bluetooth, and M.2 M Key (2280) for PCIe Gen4 NVMe SSDs. Additionally, the platform supports Out-of-Band (OOB) network features, which can be implemented based on specific application requirements, providing enhanced remote management and monitoring capabilities. All of this is housed on a 270×190 mm baseboard, powered by a 19V–24V DC input, optimized for embedded deployment with remote power control support.

Tailored for Edge AI: From Autonomous Machines to Smart Cities

The Portwell PEDK-5230-AGX AI Developer Kit is purpose-built for real-world edge AI deployment, providing the computational power needed for applications such as AI-based visual inspection, robotics pathfinding, and intelligent traffic monitoring. The integrated PoE LAN ports enable direct device connectivity and power for IP cameras or smart sensors, while 10GbE bandwidth ensures high-throughput data transfer. Its M.2 modular expansion supports cellular, Wi-Fi, and high-speed storage needs, which are critical for mobile robotics and AI vision tasks.

Leveraging NVIDIA’s CUDA, TensorRT, and DeepStream SDKs, developers can quickly iterate and deploy scalable AI pipelines. The developer kit’s rugged and compact design makes it ideal for use in AGVs (automated guided vehicles), smart agriculture drones, industrial inspection systems, and border surveillance. With enhanced thermal management and robust connectivity, the PEDK-5230-AGX delivers real-time edge inference reliably, even in harsh environments.

Portwell: Innovating Across Vertical Markets with Customized Edge AI Solutions

With deep expertise in customized development for sectors such as manufacturing, gaming, transportation, and medical, Portwell is well-equipped to meet the unique requirements of a wide range of vertical markets. The company’s dedication to advancing edge AI innovation is evident in its comprehensive portfolio of products and services, designed to serve diverse industries including automation, machine vision, robotics, healthcare, retail, agriculture, and infrastructure.

Leveraging its strengths in embedded systems and edge AI computing, Portwell delivers intelligent solutions that optimize operational efficiency, enhance real-time decision-making, and support scalable business growth across various critical applications.

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