Technical Resources for Embedded Designs with Intel® Architecture

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Technologies and tools for software and hardware developers

Intel® Xeon® Processors
The highest available processing performance for multi-core computing and very high compute density
Intel® Core™ Processors
Built-in intelligence to manage demanding workloads, simultaneous multi-threading and multi-core options
Intel® Atom™ Processors
Enable 10x lower power than previous embedded Intel® processors with the software compatibility of Intel® architecture
Previous Generations
Information on older processors and chipsets. Intel does not recommend these products for newer designs and may provide no or limited support.

Boot Loader Technology
A boot loader is a good choice for embedded platforms that require basic initialization only
Intel® Embedded Graphics Drivers (IEGD)

Intel® Embedded Graphics Drivers (IEGD) are a suite of multi-platform graphics drivers designed to meet the requirements of embedded applications.
Intel® Embedded Media and Graphics Driver (Intel® EMGD)

This graphics and media driver should be used to support new designs with Intel’s next-generation Atom™ processors.
Software Stack
A one-stop-shop for your embedded software needs. Use this interactive tool with dynamic brand filtering to find software content easily and quickly!

Intel® Active Management Technology for Embedded Systems

Platforms with an Intel® processor with Intel® vPro™ technology can use remote manageability features to reduce maintenance costs, boost system security and reduce repair time.
Intel® vPro™ Technology

Intel® vPro™ technology enables you to implement manageability, proactive security and virtualization in your embedded and communications solutions.
Packet Processing on Intel® Architecture

Consolidate Workloads. Boost Performance. Reduce Total Cost of Ownership.
Signal Processing on Intel® Architecture

Get the technical information, software tools and third party ecosystem support to design signal processing application using Intel® Architecture products.
Thermal and Power Management

Find pertinent information on system design pertaining to power and thermal sciences.
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Explore
Discover the performance per watt advantages and high integration of Intel® architecture processors and embedded applications
Evaluate
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Design
Step-by-step design collateral and tools help simplify your hardware design
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From:

ARM*
Technical resources simplify converting software and hardware from ARM* to Intel® architecture
MIPS*
Online tools and best practices help developers transition their designs from MIPS* to Intel® architecture
PowerPC*
Online resources aid the migration of embedded applications from PowerPC* to Intel® architecture
SPARC*
Technical guidance to ease the migration of servers and blades from SPARC* to Intel® architecture

Books: Hardware

Recommended books for embedded and communications developers from Intel Press and leading technical publishers.

, IT

Recommended books for embedded and communications developers from Intel Press and leading technical publishers.

, Software

Recommended books for embedded and communications developers from Intel Press and leading technical publishers.
Courses & Videos
Videos and audio enabled presentations provide technical details on the use of embedded design tools, platform building blocks and product technologies.
Technical Library
White papers covering key aspects of embedded hardware and software development.
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Design Fast, Design Smart.

	Embedded Product Advisor An interactive tool that recommends Intel® platforms for your application requirements. View a demo
	Embedded Product Roadmap An interactive tool that displays Intel’s comprehensive embedded processor and chipset roadmap plans for performance, scalability, I/O-intensive computing and ultra-low power. View a demo
	Embedded Board Planner Interactive tool designed to iterate many board designs quickly including selecting a processor and chipset, peripheral devices, board size, power budget, and thermal analysis. View a demo

Embedded Hardware Test Tool Loan Program

Debug and validation tools for supported platforms on a 30 day loan basis at no cost to customers.
Intel® Embedded Online Technical Training

Research technical topics including signal integrity, packet processing, architectural migration, multi-core, multi-processing, communications, networking, and storage.
Embedded Intel® Product Samples

Check availability and order samples for your embedded application development needs. Separate registration required.
Evaluation Platforms

Intel offers a variety of evaluation platforms (such as Development Kits, Customer Reference Boards, or Evaluation Boards) to simplify the design process and reduce time-to-market.
Samples & Special Offers

Hardware, software, samples and special offers to help speed development.
Remote Labs

Remote lab users can establish a secure remote connection to physical platform hardware enabling test, evaluation and optimization of Intel® architecture.
Step-by-Step Design Guide

The resources you need to explore Intel embedded products, evaluate platforms, design your solution and build a working prototype.

Intel® Embedded Alliance

Where OEMs and developers find hardware, software, firmware, tools and systems integration they need to get designs to market faster.
Intel® Embedded Community

Share ideas, tips and suggestions with your peers and join the technical discussion forums.
Embedded Suppliers

Find innovative embedded hardware, software, solutions and services from Intel’s ecosystem of third-party vendors.
Schematic Review Service

Registered Privileged users can request free schematic review of their Intel® Atom™ processor-based system/design.
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