Linux-based SBC adds hardware security and AI expansion

Grinn has introduced the GenioBoard, a single-board computer (SBC) designed to accelerate the development of embedded and AI-capable systems. Built around the MediaTek Genio family of processors, the board integrates compute performance, connectivity, and security within an 87 mm × 56 mm form factor. It supports both the Grinn GenioSOM-700 and GenioSOM-510 systems-on-module, each offering multiple Arm Cortex-A cores, a GPU, and an NPU for AI and machine learning workloads.

The GenioBoard provides a production-ready platform for developers aiming to reduce time spent on hardware design and operating system integration. It includes high-speed interfaces, built-in Linux operating systems based on either the Yocto Project or Debian, and compatibility with the Thistle Security Platform. The inclusion of Infineon’s OPTIGA Trust M hardware security module supports compliance with the European Cybersecurity Resilience Act and provides a foundation for secure data handling and communication.

Engineers can extend functionality through M.2 interfaces, which support external AI accelerators, Wi-Fi/Bluetooth, or cellular connectivity modules. This flexibility enables manufacturers to design AI-ready products now and incorporate additional processing capabilities in later iterations without redesigning the base hardware.

The board includes HDMI and DisplayPort outputs, dual 4-lane CSI camera interfaces, 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet with RGMII, and multiple USB connections — two USB 2.0, two USB 3.0, and one USB Type-C with Power Delivery support. It also offers a Raspberry Pi HAT-compatible interface, 4 GB of RAM, and 16 GB of onboard eMMC storage. A single USB-C port provides both power and data for simplified development.

Designed for ease of integration and scalability, the GenioBoard comes pre-certified with CE marking and other standard compliance approvals. Developers can also access its open schematics and CAD files to customize designs or use the board as a reference for production hardware.

The Grinn GenioBoard is available directly from Grinn and authorized distributors.