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Accelerate Your AI Development with UP AI Dev Kit Solutions
Unlock the future of AI with UP AI Dev Kit Solutions—a powerful series of development kits designed for efficiency, compatibility, and seamless AI integration.
Powered by Intel® Processor N150 or Intel® Core™ Ultra 5 Processor 225H, these kits deliver outstanding performance for AI-driven applications. With compact designs ranging from card size to pocket size, they provide flexibility without compromising on computing power, making AI development more accessible than ever.
UP AI Dev Kit Solutions come in three specialized models, each tailored to different AI workloads:
• UP TWL AI Dev Kit – A cost-effective AI development solution for flexible innovation
• UP Squared Pro TWL AI Dev Kit – Enhanced processing capabilities for AI-driven workloads with pre-installed Hailo-8L module, up to 13 TOPS.
• UP Xtreme ARL AI Dev Kit – High-performance computing for advanced AI applications with total platform 83 TOPS.
Optimized for Developers
These kits are provided with pre-installed Ubuntu 24.04 LTS version and the AI Software Suite, featuring the NX AI Manager & Tool Kit, enabling plug-and-play AI-driven analytics at the edge.
Supporting the essential tools, frameworks, and optimized hardware needed to build, scale, and deploy intelligent AI solutions with ease.
• Maximum Compatibility – Supports Windows 10/11, Ubuntu, and Yocto Project
• AI Accelerator Support – Optimized for AI accelerator module including solutions from our partner Hailo, DEEPX and Axelera AI.
• Camera Compatibility – In addition to the default USB HD camera accessory, supports various MIPI-CSI and GMSL2 cameras.
(UP TWL AI Dev Kit does not support MIPI-CSI/ GMSL2)
• Compatible with our latest AI Software Tool Kit. Read the full UP AI tool kit white paper
• Streamlined Performance – Designed for effortless AI deployment
Transform your AI projects with precision, power, and reliability—because innovation starts with the right tools!
Hardware overview
UP TWL AI Dev Kit
Compact & Efficient Entry-Level AI
The UP TWL Dev Kit is a card-sized development board designed for cost-effective AI applications. Powered by the Intel® Processor N150, it delivers quad-core computing performance with Intel® Graphics (24 EUs), making it ideal for entry-level AI workloads. Equipped with 8GB RAM and 64GB storage, it ensures smooth execution of AI models, while its 40-pin HAT GPIO enhances connectivity for various peripherals.
UP Squared Pro TWL AI Dev Kit
AI-Accelerated Processing
The UP Squared Pro TWL Dev Kit takes AI performance up a notch with its Palm+ size dev board and integrated Hailo-8L M.2 AI Accelerator, providing up to 13 TOPS of AI inferencing power. Running on Intel® Processor N150 with Intel® Graphics (24 EUs), it offers efficient AI processing, along with 8GB RAM and 64GB storage for seamless operation. With the pre-installed Ubuntu Pro 24.04 and UP AI Tool Kit, developers can deploy AI applications effortlessly.
UP Xtreme ARL AI Dev Kit
High-Performance AI Computing
The UP Xtreme ARL Dev Kit is built for advanced AI workloads with its Intel® Core™ Ultra 5 Processor 225H delivering 14 cores of computing power. Featuring Intel® Arc™ 130T GPU and integrated NPU, this pocket-sized powerhouse provides 83 TOPS of AI performance—ideal for deep learning, edge computing, and vision-based applications. With 16GB RAM and 256GB storage, it ensures high-speed AI inferencing, making it the perfect choice for demanding AI solutions.
AI Software Suite: Nx AI Manager & Tool Kit
UP AI Dev kit software suite includes NX AI Manager by Network Optix is a powerful, scalable platform that brings AI-driven video analytics to the edge. Designed for seamless integration with the UP AI Dev Kit, it enables real-time object detection, event-based automation, and intelligent video insights across diverse environments. With support for multiple AI models, streamlined deployment, and centralized management, NX AI Manager transforms traditional surveillance into a smart, responsive system—perfect for modern AI applications in retail, security, and industrial automation. The suite provides free trial access. Developers can explore the full capabilities of NX AI Manager without upfront cost, accelerating evaluation and proof-of-concept development. More information : Here
Universal AI Model Deployment
Easily deploy and scale AI models across various hardware—including x86 platforms—thanks to a flexible, hardware-agnostic pipeline.
Cross-Platform Compatibility
Supports deployment across x86, ARM, and GPU/NPU platforms, allowing future scalability beyond the initial dev kit.
Developer-Friendly SDK & API Access
Offers a well-documented SDK and RESTful APIs, enabling developers to integrate AI pipelines into custom applications with ease.
UP AI Software Tool Kit
AI Benchmark Tool for Intel/Hailo/CUDA
Provide a toolkit to effectively solve the problem of difficult performance comparison of multiple models on a single platform
Model Convertor Tool
Customers can use the toolkit to painlessly convert various models into formats suitable for Intel/Hailo/CUDA platforms and then deploy them on the edge device to easily achieve inference
AI inference Runtime Library
Integrate the necessary drivers, libraries, and SDKs for Intel/Hailo/CUDA platforms for customers to install with one click, providing painless POC environment construction
UP TWL AI Dev Kit 
UP Squared Pro TWL AI Dev Kit 
UP Xtreme ARL AI Dev Kit UP TWL AI Dev Kit
Kit Details
List of Items
- 1x UP-TWL developer board.
i. Intel® Processor N150
ii. Integrated Intel® Graphics
iii. 8GB RAM. 64GB Storage - 1x Active cooler
- 1x USB HD camera
- 1x Power adapter
- Pre-installed Linux Ubuntu Pro 24.04 LTS with AI Dev Suite (include UP AI SW Tool Kit)
Tech Specifications
| Processor | Intel® Processor N150 |
| Graphics | Intel® UHD Graphics |
| Memory | Dual-Channel LPDDR5, up to 8GB |
| eMMC/Storage | Up to 64GB eMMC |
| BIOS | UEFI |
| RTC | Yes |
| Wake-on-LAN (WoL) | Yes |
| Watchdog timer | Yes |
| PXE | Yes |
| TPM | TPM 2.0 on board |
| Compatible operating system | Pre-installed Linux: Ubuntu Pro 24.04 LTS, Yocto 4.0, Windows® 11 Enterprise LTSC 2021 |
| Dimension (L x W) | 3.34” x 2.20” (85mm x 56mm) |
| Display | |
| HDMI | 1x HDMI 1.4b |
| I/O | |
| USB | 2x USB 2.0 via 10-pin wafer / 1x UART 3x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A |
| UART | 1x HSUART via 10-pin wafer |
| 40-pin GPIO Header | 1 |
| Connectivity | |
| Ethernet | 1x GbE (Realtek RTL8111H CG) |
| WiFi | Optional (via. 10-pin wafer) |
| Bluetooth | Optional (via. 10-pin wafer) |
| Power | |
| Power requirement | 12V DC-in, 5A |
| Power Supply Type | AT/ATX mode |
| Power consumption (typical) | 30~36W |
| Environmental & Certification | |
| Cooling | Active Cooler |
| Operating temperature | 32°F ~ 140°F (0°C ~ 60°C) / 0.5 airflow, WiTAS1 -4°F ~ 158°F (-20°C ~ 70°C) with active cooler |
| Storage temperature | -40°F ~ 176°F (-40°C ~ 80°C) |
| Operating humidity | 0% ~ 90% relative humidity, non-condensing |
| MTBF (hours) | 685,218 |
| Certification | CE, FCC Class A, RoHS compliant |
| Longevity | |
| Longevity | 2038 |
| Accessory | |
| Accessory | Power adapter, USB HD Camera |
UP Squared Pro TWL AI Dev Kit
List of Items
- 1x UP Squared Pro TWL developer board.
i. Intel® Processor N150
ii. Integrated Intel® Graphics
iii. 8GB RAM. 64GB Storage - 1x Active cooler
- 1x Hailo-8L M.2 2230 module
- 1x USB HD camera
- 1x Power adapter
- Pre-installed Linux Ubuntu Pro 24.04 LTS with AI Dev Suite (include UP AI SW Tool Kit)
Tech Specifications
| Processor | Intel® Processor N150 |
| # of Cores | Up to 8 cores |
| Graphics | Intel®Graphics up to 32EU |
| System memory | Up to 16GB LPDDR5 |
| Storage capacity | Up to 64GB eMMC |
| AI Accelerator | Hailo-8L M.2 2230 Module |
| BIOS | UEFI |
| RTC | Yes |
| Wake-on-LAN (WoL) | Yes |
| Watchdog timer | Yes |
| PXE | Yes |
| TPM | TPM 2.0 on board |
| Compatible operating system | Pre-installed Linux: Ubuntu Pro 24.04 LTS, Yocto 4.0, Windows® 11 Enterprise LTSC 2021 |
| Dimension (L x W) | 4″ x 4″ (101.6 mm × 101.6 mm) |
| Display | |
| HDMI | 1x HDMI 2.0b |
| DP | 1x DP 1.2 1x DP 1.4a via USB Type-C |
| eDP | – |
| I/O | |
| USB | 2x USB 2.0 via 10-pin wafer 2x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A 1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C |
| Audio | 1x Audio Jack (Mic-in/ line out) |
| Camera | 2x 4-Lane MIPI-CSI via 61pin FPC connector |
| UART | 1x UART via 10-pin wafer |
| Serial port | 2x RS-232/422/485 via 10-pin header |
| Expansion slot | 1x M.2 2230 E-key (CNVI , PCIe Gen 3 x1, USB2.0) 1x M.2 2280 M-key (PCIe Gen 3 x2, USB2.0) 1x M.2 3052 B-key (USB3.2 Gen 2 only) with Nano SIM slot (USB 3.0) 1x SATA 6Gb/s |
| 40-pin HAT | 1 |
| Connectivity | |
| Ethernet | 2x 2.5GbE (Intel® i226-IT) |
| WiFi 5/6 | Optional (via. M.2 2230 E Key slot) |
| Bluetooth | Optional (via. M.2 2230 E Key slot) |
| LTE/4G/ 5G | Optional (via. M.2 3052 B Key slot) |
| Power | |
| Power requirement | 12V DC-in @ 6A |
| Power Supply Type | AT/ATX (default ATX mode) |
| Power consumption (typical) | 26W~35W |
| Environmental & Certification | |
| Cooling | Active Cooler |
| Operating temperature | WiTAS1 -4°F ~ 158°F (-20°C ~ 70°C) |
| Operating humidity | 0% ~ 90% relative humidity, non-condensing |
| MTBF (hours) | 857,310 |
| Certification | CE/FCC Class A, RoHS Compliant, REACH |
| Longevity | |
| Longevity | 2038 |
| Accessory | |
| Accessory | Accessory: Power adapter, USB HD Camera |
UP Xtreme ARL AI Dev Kit
Kit Details
List of Items
- 1x UP Xtreme ARL developer board.
i. Intel® Core™ Ultra 5 processor 225H
ii. Intel® Arc™ 130T GPU and NPU
iii. 16GB RAM. 256GB SSD Storage - 1x Active cooler
- 1x USB HD camera
- 1x Power adapter
- Pre-installed Linux Ubuntu Pro 24.04 LTS with AI Dev Suite (include UP AI SW Tool Kit)
Tech Specifications
| Processor | Intel® Core™ Ultra 5 processor 225H (18M Cache, up to 4.90 GHz) |
| # of Cores | Up to 16 Cores |
| Graphics | Intel® Arc™ graphics |
| Memory | Up to 64GB onboard LPDDR5 (Dual-Channel) |
| Storage capacity | 2x M.2 2280 PCIe Gen 4×4 M-key (NVMe* support) 1x SATA 6Gb/s |
| FPGA | Lattice |
| BIOS | UEFI |
| RTC | Yes |
| Wake-on-LAN (WoL) | Yes |
| Watchdog timer | Yes |
| PXE | Yes |
| TPM | TPM 2.0 on board |
| Compatible operating system | Pre-installed Linux: Ubuntu Pro 24.04 LTS, Yocto 4.0, Windows® 11 Enterprise LTSC 2021 |
| Dimension (L x W) | 4.7″ x 4.82″ (120.35 mm × 122.5 mm) |
| Display | |
| HDMI | 2x HDMI 2.1 |
| DP | 1x DP 2.1
1x DP 1.4 via USB Type-C |
| MIPI DSI/eDP | – |
| I/O | |
| USB | 2x USB 2.0 via 10-pin wafer
1x USB 2.0 Type-A 2x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A 1x USB 3.2 Type-C |
| Audio | 1x Audio Jack (Mic-in, Line-out) |
| Camera | 1x MIPI-CSI via 61-pin FPC connector |
| UART | 1x HSUART via 10-pin wafer |
| Serial port | 2x RS-232/422/485 10-pin header |
| Expansion slot | 2x M.2 2280 M key (PCIe Gen 4×4),
1x M.2 2230 E key (PCIe/ USB/ CNVi) 1x M.2 3052 B Key (PCIe/ USB 3.0) with Nano SIM slot |
| 40-pin HAT | 1 |
| Others | 1x 4-pin wafer for Smart FAN 1x 6-pin wafer for Front Panel |
| Connectivity | |
| Ethernet | 1x GbE (Intel® i219)
1x 2.5GbE (Intel® i226IT) |
| WiFi 5/6 | Optional (via. M.2 2230 E Key slot) |
| Bluetooth | Optional (via. M.2 2230 E Key slot) |
| LTE/4G/ 5G | Optional (via. M.2 3052 B Key slot) |
| Power | |
| Power requirement | 9~36V DC-in |
| Power Supply Type | AT/ATX |
| Power & Reset | 1x Power button with LED
1x 6-pin power & reset wafer 1x 2-pin for MIPI power |
| Environmental & Certification | |
| Cooling | Active Cooler |
| Operating temperature | 32°F ~ 140°F (0°C ~ 60°C) |
| Operating humidity | 0% ~ 90% relative humidity, non-condensing |
| MTBF (hours) | 857,310 |
| Certification | CE/FCC Class A, RoHS compliant, REACH |
| Longevity | |
| Longevity | 2030 |
| Accessory | |
| Accessory | Power adapter, USB HD Camera |
AI Accelerator Partners
UP AI Dev Kit Solutions are compatible with industry-leading AI accelerators, providing enhanced AI processing capabilities through optional expansion.
These kits support Hailo-8 AI Accelerator, DEEPX DX-M1 M.2 AI Accelerator and Axelera Metis M.2 AI Accelerator (coming soon), enabling high-efficiency inferencing and optimized AI workloads. While not included by default, these accelerators can be installed via the M.2 2280 expansion slot, allowing developers to customize their setup based on specific project needs.
With this flexible AI acceleration support, users can scale performance and deploy real-time AI applications with greater efficiency and precision. Discover more AI module expansion options at our UP Shop!
Flexible Camera Support for AI Vision Applications
UP AI Dev Kit Solutions come with a USB HD camera as a default accessory, providing a ready-to-use vision setup for AI applications. Beyond the included camera, these kits offer expanded support for advanced imaging solutions, including MIPI-CSI and GMSL2 cameras, ensuring seamless integration with AI-powered vision applications.
For a list of certified and compatible cameras, please explore our partner page below, where you’ll find optimized solutions tailored for AI deployment.
*UP TWL AI Dev Kit does not support MIPI-CSI/ GMSL2
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