Seeed Studio Mini Router with Raspberry Pi Compute Module 4

Seeed Studio Mini Router with Raspberry Pi Compute Module 4 is designed for soft router applications with dual Gigabit Ethernet ports and USB 3.0 ports. The Raspberry Pi Compute Module 4 is pre-installed with 4GB RAM and 32GB eMMC to enable fast boot-up times and a smooth overall experience. The installed CM4 can be replaced with any other CM4 needed.

Out of the two Gigabit Ethernet Ports (RJ45), one Ethernet port is connected to the Gigabit Ethernet PHY of the CM4 Module, based on Broadcom BCM54210PE. The other Gigabit Ethernet Port is connected to Microchip’s LAN7800, a USB 3.0 to GbE (Gigabit Ethernet Bridge). The USB 3.0 interface here is extended from the PCIe interface of the CM4 Module. Furthermore, both ports can support speeds up to 1Gbps.

The Seeed Studio Mini Router with Raspberry Pi Compute Module 4 features a variety of I/O peripherals such as MIPI CSI, MIPI DSI, micro-HDMI to connect displays/ cameras, a standard 9-pin USB 3.0 header for more USB expansion, a micro-SD card slot, and an FPC connector all housed in a compact form factor.

The Compute Module 4 includes a PC/ABS case with an Aluminum alloy on top, which has a large sink to cool down the CM4 at extreme loads. This enclosure provides better protection and is ideal for industrial applications. The case has long rubber feet for better stability when placed on a flat surface and mounted in two different methods. One is to use the keyhole slot wall mount and hang it on the wall in two different orientations or use the three mounting holes and mount it onto a DIN rail.

Features

  • Powered by Raspberry Pi Compute Module 4 with 4GB RAM/ 32GB eMMC
  • Compact size (75x64x21mm) with rich I/O peripherals
  • Dual Gigabit Ethernet connectors and OpenWrt firmware pre-installed to realize software router applications
  • Camera/ display connectivity using MIPI CSI, MIPI DSI, and micro-HDMI interfaces
  • Onboard dual USB 3.0 with an additional USB 3.0 9-pin header for more external ports
  • Micro-SD Card slot to load system image for a non-eMMC version of CM4
  • More Expandability via FPC Connector (I2C, SPI)
  • External fan support with fan power connector
  • Power using USB Type-C™
  • Aluminum alloy top with large heat sink for better heat dissipation
  • PC/ABS case with better protection which is suitable for industrial applications
  • Case with long rubber feet for better stability when placed on a flat surface
  • Keyhole slot wall mount with the ability to hang in two orientations
  • DIN rail mount support with 3 mounting holes

Applications

  • Software router
  • IoT
  • Smart home
  • Camera projects

Kit Contents

  • 1 x Dual Gigabit Ethernet Carrier Board for Raspberry Pi CM4 with 4GB RAM, 32GB eMMC
  • 1 x Aluminum Case
  • 1 x International Wall Adapter Power Supply 5VDC 4A – Type-C (with US/AU/UK/EU plugs)

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Seeed Studio Mini Router with Raspberry Pi Compute Module 4

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Seeed Studio Mini Router with Raspberry Pi Compute Module 4

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Seeed Studio Mini Router with Raspberry Pi Compute Module 4

Seeed Studio Mini Router with Raspberry Pi Compute Module 4