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A computer-on-module (COM) is a type of single-board computer (SBC), a subtype of an embedded computer system. The COM module is a complete computer built on a single circuit board. The design is centered on a single microprocessor with RAM, input/output controllers and all other features needed to be a functional computer on the one board. However, unlike a single-board computer, the COM module will usually lack the standard connectors for any input/output peripherals to be attached directly to the board. Instead, the wiring for these peripherals are bussed out to pin-headers on the board. The module will usually need to be mounted on a baseboard which breaks the bus out to standard peripheral connectors. The terms "Computer-on-Module" and "COM" were coined by Venture Development Corporation (Natick, MA, USA) to describe this class of embedded computer boards. The term became more notable upon industry standardization of the COM Express format Source: Wikipedia (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Computer-on-module)

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COM Express Design Guide from PICMG
This document provides information for designing a custom system Carrier Board for COM Express Modules. It includes reference schematics for the external circuitry required to implement the various COM Express peripheral functions. It also explains how to extend the supported buses and how to add additional peripherals and expansion slots to a COM Express based system. It's strongly recommended to use the latest COM Express...

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COM Express : The Next Generation Computer on Module Standard
This White Paper outlines Computer on Module advantages and discusses the ripple effect movements from legacy and parallel bus interfaces to high-speed differential serial interconnects have had on standard form factors. Int roductionction The concept of a Computer on Module, or COM, is not new within the embedded computer industry. Various COM solutions and implementations have been around for years, but none ever took hold as a dominant...

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Com Express for Dummies - free eBook
Computer on Modules (COMs) are small, highly integrated CPU boards that plug into carrier boards for use in almost any application. As integral components of embedded systems, COMs enable easy upgrades and scalability for fast-moving companies. Designed to work with both legacy and future technologies, COM Express is the industry standard that ensures compatibility of COMs with everything else and delivers the highest performance available...

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