System-On-Modules

Built on decades of experience

Laird Connectivity and Boundary Devices’ embedded system-on-module (SOM) development platforms deliver highly scalable embedded processing solutions with 802.11a/b/g/n/ac and Bluetooth wireless. Built on the latest processors and wireless, and utilizing our long term software support, our SOM solutions give developers a secure, smart, connected IoT platform for deployment in the most demanding applications.

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Secure

Secure enclave
Secure and encrypted boot
FIPS 140-2 and 140-3 Level 1 Validations
Long Term Linux Support with CVE remediation

High-Performance

Powerful heterogenous multiprocessing
Dedicated machine learning
Dedicated graphics, video, and audio hardware
Diversity of hardware interfaces
Power efficient
Virtualization
Advanced development kits

Flexible

Long term hardware availability
Hardware connectivity roadmap
Comprehensive software support
Device management support
Full product lifecycle management

SOM Portfolio

Our family of embedded SOMs are built to accelerate your product development cycles. Choose from a range of rugged and compact solder down hardware offerings and software configurations to best suit your application needs. SOMs from Laird Connectivity are secure to deploy, scalable, and built to last.

Based on decades of embedded device and wireless connectivity expertise, our SOMs are well supported with advanced development kits, documentation, software, firmware and dedicated FAE support teams, all readily available to help speed development.

Offers a comprehensive software solution through your product's lifecycle:

Long term support Summit Yocto or Buildroot Linux with CVE remediation
Summit Secure Connectivity
Summit Linux FIPS Core Crypto
Device Management

Manage every part of the security lifecycle.
Find the options you need in the Summit Suite range.

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Secure Connectivity
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FIPS Cryptographic Modules
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Chain of Trust Device Security
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Software Vulnerability Monitoring and Remediation
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Laird Connectivity is an NXP Gold Partner

Laird Connectivity is honored to be approved as an NXP Gold Partner. We look forward to working with the NXP team to deliver the solutions our customers need in an ever changing processor and wireless future.

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What Makes Us Different?

On-Site EMC and Antenna Testing

The only module and antenna manufacturer that offers our own on-site EMC testing approvals, which drastically reduces your risk and time to market. Let our onsite EMC Test engineers help you navigate the EMC certification process.

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IoT Solutions

Whether you need a product tailored, customized or are looking for complete product development services, we use in-house expertise and strategic partnerships to bring your product to market faster with the results you want.

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Antenna Options

We offer a broad portfolio of cost-effective embedded antenna solutions that provide unmatched connectivity for your wireless devices. Let us help you find the right antenna pre-certified with our extensive module selection.

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Laird Connectivity, a global leader in wireless modules, internal antennas, IoT Devices, and custom wireless solutions, is pleased to announce it has acquired California-based Boundary Devices, a leader in designing and manufacturing System-on-Modules (SOM) and Single Board Computers (SBC).

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Endless Applications

Industrial
Security Systems
Building Automation
Medical Devices

60 SOM Configurations: Using the SOM as the Core of Your Device

Note : This blog post is the first of a part in a series showcasing how Laird Connectivity’s 60 Series SOM serves as a versatile inclusion for your wireless or IoT design project. ...

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A Closer Look at the Chain of Trust Security Architecture: Wi-Fi Certification, Authentication Support & FIPS 140-2 Turbo

Building off of our last post which covered Provisioning and Secure Boot , this week we’re taking a closer look at Wi-Fi Certification, Authentication Support, and FIPS 140-2 Turbo. ...

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All About FIPS - Medical Connectivity Vlog #2

In this vlog, Greg Janke and Dan Kephart discuss the Federal Information Processing Standards, or FIPS. They discuss why it matters, what it is, and how to implement it.

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Embedded World Highlight: Introducing the Summit SOM 8M Plus

In this video, Jonathan Kaye and Erik Lins introduce the Summit SOM 8M Plus from Embedded World 2022. They discuss the board's features, capabilities, and subcomponents, as well as some industries...

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Episode 24: Our Partnership with NXP

Laird Connectivity’s Gold Partnership with NXP allows us to leverage NXP’s popular, secure connectivity solutions with the full suite of our engineering and manufacturing capabilities. Take...

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Episode 26: Our FIPS 140-2 and 140-3 Roadmap

Our 60 Series currently supports FIPS 140-2, the encryption standard widely in use in medical applications, especially government-run facilities like VA hospitals. Our FIPS certification process has...

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FIPS 140-2: The FIPS Inside Approach

FIPS is Complicated – But it Doesn’t Have to Be The Federal Information Processing Standards, or FIPS, were formulated by the National Institute of Standards and Technology to...

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Introducing our SMARC SOMs and SBCs

Laird Connectivity's System-on-Modules (SOMs) and Single Board Computers (SBCs) give OEMs the fastest route to market for embedded computing with wireless connectivity.

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Securing Your Medical Device Starts with a Secure Communications Module

In today’s technological landscape, securing your device is an increasingly complex goal that requires more comprehensive approaches. The best and most effective approaches to device security...

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Security Is More Than Just Checking A Box

The Importance of Taking a Holistic Approach to Medical IoT Device Security

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SOM Line Card

Laird Connectivity and Boundary Devices’ embedded system-on-module (SOM) development platforms deliver highly scalable embedded processing solutions with 802.11a/b/g/n/ac and Bluetooth wireless...

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Unboxing the Summit SOM 8M Plus Development Kit

The Summit SOM 8M Plus is our most powerful SOM yet. It is powered by NXP’s innovative i.MX 8M Plus processor and 88W8997 wireless silicon coupled with onboard NXP PMICs (PCA9450CHN and PM823UK),...

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Understanding Data Encryption and FIPS 140-2 Within the Healthcare Environment

FIPS 140-2 is a trusted method for ensuring that your selected encryption method is effective enough to protect your network devices along with patient and user data. Knowing that medical...

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Webinar Summary: Future-Proof Your SOM Implementation for Upcoming Wi-Fi and Bluetooth Generations

In our recent webinar with NXP for Electronic Design, hosts Dan Kephart, Justin Mortimer, and Jay White presented design strategies for future-proofing your SOM implementation. Planning ahead with...

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What's in a Lifecycle Partner? - Medical Connectivity Vlog #1

What does a lifecycle partner mean, and what should you look for when choosing one? Our experts Greg Janke and Dan Kephart discuss the value in a true partnership for your medical designs.

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