Waveshare has launched the CM5-PoE-BASE-A, a small development and evaluation board that supports all Raspberry Pi Compute Module 5 (CM5) variations. Concurrently, the Modulo5 IO PoE+ from Pineboards, a carrier board similarly designed for the CM5 module, is another notable device on the market.
Waveshare CM5-PoE-BASE-A RPi CM5 IO Board
Key Specifications:
- Compatibility: Raspberry Pi Compute Module 5 (CM5)
- Storage:
- M.2 NVMe slot (PCIe Gen2/3) supporting 2230/2242/2260/2280 SSDs
- MicroSD card slot (for Computer Module 5 Lite variants without eMMC)
- Display: Two HDMI ports (supports dual 4K output)
- Networking:
- RJ45 Gigabit Ethernet
- 802.3af/at-compliant PoE (5V/5A)
- USB Ports:
- 2x USB 3.2 Gen1 (5 Gbps)
- 2x USB 2.0
- Expansion:
- 40-pin Raspberry Pi GPIO header
- Two 4-lane MIPI interfaces (22-pin 0.5mm FPC connector) for DSI/CSI
- Cooling: 5V PWM fan connector, compatible case with a cooling fan and airflow vents
- Miscellaneous Features:
- RTC with CR/ML2032 battery holder
- Power (PWR) and activity (ACT) LEDs
- M.2 SSD read/write indicator
- Power button
- IO-VREF jumper (3.3V/1.8V selection)
- PoE enable/disable jumper
- Power Supply:
- PoE (5V/5A)
- USB Type-C (5V/5A, also for system programming)
- Dimensions:
- Baseboard: 160 x 90 mm
- Metal case: 200.5 x 97.5 x 31.0 mm
- Wall-mount support for the case
Waveshare sells the CM5-POE-BOX-A enclosure kit, which includes a power adapter and cooling fan, for $51.87 and the CM5-POE-BASE-A carrier board for $37.64. These products are available on websites like Waveshare's online shop, Amazon, and AliExpress. Users can browse the company's Wiki page for further information.
Pineboards Modulo5 IO PoE+
Another sturdy carrier board designed for the Raspberry Pi Compute Module 5 (CM5) is the Pineboards Modulo5 IO PoE+. It sets itself apart with cutting-edge technologies including support for NVMe storage and AI accelerators, as well as a high-end PoE+ module made in the UK that can offer 25W of continuous power. With support for the Raspberry Pi 5 Active Cooler for thermal management, this board is perfect for high-performance computing, commercial, and industrial applications.
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Key Specifications:
- Compatibility: Raspberry Pi Compute Module 5 (CM5)
- Storage:
- Full-size M.2 2280 M-key slot for NVMe storage/AI accelerators
- MicroSD card slot
Display and Camera Interfaces:
- 2x Full-size HDMI 2.0 outputs
- 2x 4-lane MIPI CSI/DSI connectors
- Networking:
- Gigabit Ethernet (RJ45) with PoE+ support (25W continuous, 30W peak)
- USB Ports:
- 2x USB 3.0 Type-A (stacked)
- USB-C (Power In/OTG)
- Expansion:
- 40-pin GPIO header
- M.2 2280 M-key slot
- Cooling: PWM fan header for Raspberry Pi 5 Active Cooler
- Miscellaneous Features:
- Power button
- Boot mode switch (eMMC/SD boot or flashing mode)
- RTC battery header
- Debug port
- Status LEDs
- HAT support (Standard HAT+ socket)
- Power Supply:
- PoE+ (25W continuous)
- USB-C 5V 5A power input
- Dimensions:
- 160 x 90 mm (matches RP CM5 IO board dimensions, not confirmed by Pineboards)
- Enclosure Compatibility: Official CM5 Development Kit enclosure (case modifications may be required)
The Modulo5 IO PoE+ is available for preorder at 47 Euros, with shipping expected to begin in early January. While documentation is currently limited, more details and preorder options are available on the Pineboards product page. he Pineboards Modulo5 IO PoE+ and Waveshare CM5-PoE-BASE-A are both attractive choices for developers utilizing the Raspberry Pi Compute Module 5. The Waveshare board offers an affordable option with built-in PoE support, but the Modulo5 IO PoE+ is unique due to its superior PoE+ capabilities and improved features for high-performance and industrial applications. In your toolbox, either board could be useful, depending on your particular use case. You can find more information on product page.
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