MSC SM2S-IMX91
The MSC SM2S-IMX91 SMARC 2.1.1 module family is highly efficient and equipped with i.MX 91 Applications Processors manufactured by NXP. The processor integrates an Arm Cortex-A55 core, bringing performance and energy efficiency to Linux-based edge applications and delivers advanced security with integrated EdgeLock secure enclave for cost-effective headless solutions at the edge.
The MSC SM2S-IMX91 provides fast and low power LPDDR4 memory technology with inline ECC support, combined with up to 256GB eMMC Flash memory. Various interfaces for embedded applications such as Dual Gigabit Ethernet, USB 2.0 and CAN-FD are available. An on-board Wireless Module is provided as assembly options. The typical design power ranges from 2 W to 3 W.
The module is compliant with the new SMARC 2.1.1 standard, allowing easy integration with SMARC baseboards. For evaluation and design-in of the SM2S-IMX91 module, Avnet Embedded provides a development platform and a starter kit. Support for Linux is available (Android support available on request).
Highlights
- Media Processing Engine (MPE) with Arm Neon™ technology
- Up to 2GB LPDDR4 SDRAM with inline ECC
- Up to 256GB eMMC Flash
- 4x USB 2.0 Host interfaces
- 1x USB 2.0 Host/Device interface
- 2x Gigabit Ethernet
- Wireless Module (optional)
- 1x MMC/SD/SDIO interface
- 2x CAN-FD interfaces
- 1x I2S Audio interfaces
- 14x GPIO
- UART, SPI, I2C
- SMARC 2.1.1 Compliant
- Energy Flex Architecture
- Optimized design for low power applications
Specifications
| Technology | Arm |
| Form Factor | SMARC Short Size |
| CPU | NXP i.MX 91 Arm Cortex-A55 Applications Processors, single-core, up to 1.4GHz, consumer and industrial grade |
| Chipset | Integrated in SOC |
| RAM | Up to 2GB 2400MT/s LPDDR4 SDRAM, soldered, inline ECC support |
| Flash | Up to 256GB eMMC Flash |
| Storage Interfaces | 1x MMC/SD/SDIO |
| USB | 1x USB 2.0 Host/Client, 4x USB 2.0 Host or 1x USB 2.0 Host/Client, 1x USB 2.0 Host (optional) |
| Serial Interfaces | 2x UART with 2-wire hand shake 2x UART w/o hand shake |
| Bus Interfaces | 4x I2C up to 400 Kbit/s 2x CAN-FD / CAN 2.0B 2x SPI (with two chip selects) |
| Display Controller | not available |
| Display Interfaces | not available |
| Network Interface | 2x 10/100/1000BASE-T Ethernet (one interface with TSN/1588 support) HD Wireless Module SPB209A with 802.11ac / Bluetooth 5.0, soldered (optional) |
| Audio Interface | 1x I2S Audio |
| Security Device | Advanced Security, Safety, and Reliability integrated in the SOC Integrated EdgeLock secure enclave enables autonomous management of security functions, including runtime attestation, silicon root of trust, reusable certifications, trust provisioning, and fine-grain key management augmented by extensive crypto services for advanced attack resistance Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 2.0 (optional) |
| Miscellaneous | Watchdog Timer for system reset (programmable, 1s … 600s) RTC / temperature compensated (optional) 14x GPIO, configurable as input or output, interrupt capable 64kbit ID EEPROM on I2C bus Camera Interface not available |
| Feature Highlights | SMARC 2.1.1 compatible |
| Firmware | uboot |
| OS Support | Linux Board Support Package Android Board Support Package (on request) |
| Power Requirement | Power Supply +5V +/-5%, 5V Standby Power Consumption 2-3 W typ. (depending on CPU and optional features) |
| Environment | Temperature Range: Commercial: 0° … 70°C (operating) -20° … 85°C (storage) Extended: -25° … 85°C (operating) -40° … 85°C (storage) Industrial: -40° … 85°C (operating) -40° … 85°C (storage) Humidity: 5 … 95% (operating, non-condensing) 5 … 95% (storage, non-condensing) |
| Dimensions | 82 x 50 mm |
| Certificates | UL / CE |
| Cooling | Heatspreader Heatsink |
| Carrier | MSC SM2-MB-EP1 MSC SM2-MB-EP5 |
Order Info
| Order No. | Description | Reference | Status |
| 98815 | SMARC module based on NXP i.MX 91, Single Core Cortex-A55 processorat 1.4GHz, 2GB LPDDR4, 32GB eMMC Flash, 2x GbE LAN, 4x USB2.0Host, 1x USB2.0 Host/Device, BT/WLAN, no display, no cameracommercial temperature 0...+70°C (Engineering Sample - get in touch withyour sales representative | MSC SM2S-IMX91-SC-15N0NC1C ES1 PCBES | OR |
Accessories
Carrier Options
| Order No. | Description | Reference |
| 68488 | SMARC 2.0 Embedded Platform with PCI Express x4 slot, GbE, SATA, USB3.0, USB 2.0, USB 2.0 OTG, RS232, CAN, SPI, eSPI, SMBus, I2C andGPIO interface, LVDS/eDP, DisplayPort and HDMI display interface,regulated backlight supply, HD/I2S audio interface, MIPI CSI-2 camerainterface, mini PCI Express card slot, SD card slot, fan connector, CMOSbattery, Mini-ITX form factor (170 x 170 mm), ATX power connector andsingle 12V/24V power jack, commercial temperature range 0..+70°C | MSC SM2-MB-EP1-001 PCBFTX |
| 83977 | SMARC 2.x compatible embedded platform (146 x 80mm), 10-36V inputvoltage, 3x RS232, 2x CAN, dual RJ45 LAN with LED (1 x LAN i210) , 1xM.2 2280 Key M slot, mPCIe slot, 1x USB 3.0 Type A, 1x USB 2.0 Type A,1x USB 2.0 internal, 1x USB 2.0 Host/Device, 2x SPI, I²C, 8 GPIO onFC, 1x HDMI, LVDS/eDP/DSI on JILI30 connector, SD Card Slot,regulated backlight supply, I2S Audio, 1W Mono, camera connector, RTCbattery. Industrial temperature range -40..+85°C, ARM full version | MSC SM2S-MB-EP5-002 PCBFTX |
| 83981 | SMARC 2.x compatible embedded platform (146 x 80mm), 10-36V inputvoltage, 2x UART, 1x RS232, 2x CAN, 1x RJ45 LAN with LED, 1x USB 2.0Type A, 1x USB3.0 Type A, 1x USB 2.0 internal, 1x USB 2.0 Host/Device,2x SPI, 12 GPIO on FC, 1x HDMI , SD Card Slot, LVDS/eDP/DSI onJILI30 connector, regulated backlight supply, RTC battery. Industrialtemperature range -40..+85°C, ARM slim version | MSC SM2S-MB-EP5-004 PCBFTX |
Other Accessories
| Order No. | Description | Reference |
| 82479 | Debug Console (UART) Adapter for i.MX6-based Qseven and nanoRISCmodules, with 8-pin FFC cable to connect COM module to 9-pin D-Subconnector | MSC Debug Console Adapter |
| 68948 | Debug Adapter for i.MX6-based Qseven, SMARC and nanoRISC modules,with 10-pin FFC cable to connect to COM module, adapter provides headersfor JTAG connection to Lauterbach and/or Goepel debuggers | MSC JTAG Adapter FFC 10-pin |
Starter Kits
| Order No. | Description | Reference |
| 97502 | SMARC 2.0 Starterkit for NXP i.MX 9 based Modules. Includes MSCSM2-MB-EP1 Baseboard, Heatspreader/Heatsink, SD Card with USB CardReader, Power Supply and suitable cable kit. The StarterKit does not includethe MSC SM2S-IMX93 or SM2S-IMX91 module. Please order your choice ofmodule separately. | MSC SM2-SK-IMX9-EP1-KIT001BRDFTX |