fi72-7201
DIN-Rail & Control Cabinet PCs

FI72-7201 5-LAN DIO Industrial Box PC

FI72-7201 N97/N305 industrial box PC with 5 LAN, 4 COM, 4 USB, 16DI/16DO and 9-36 V DC input for integrated vision and motion control.

The FI72-7201 is a fanless industrial box PC for machine-vision cells combining camera networks, serial devices and direct digital I/O. It combines Intel Alder Lake-N N97 or Core i3-N305, 5 x GbE (4 x Intel i210, 1 x Realtek RTL8111H), 3 x USB 3.0, 1 x USB 2.0 and 9-36 V DC input in a configuration that should be checked as one complete build before quotation.
Request a configuration review: send the workload, I/O list, installation drawing and required OS through the email inquiry page (/contact), or start a WhatsApp configuration chat (https://wa.me/8613760359890). VstrongTechPC will confirm the selected CPU, memory, storage, ports and accessories against the current orderable configuration.
The current E7201-derived interface and dimensional drawing is available for fit review. Confirm the sellable FI72-7201 build code, DIO connector and 24 V supply details before releasing the cabinet drawing.
Why integrators shortlist the FI72-7201
• Intel Alder Lake-N N97 or Core i3-N305 gives a choice between efficient control workloads and higher multi-core headroom where listed. • 5 x GbE (4 x Intel i210, 1 x Realtek RTL8111H) supports separated machine, camera, supervisory or service networks without assuming every deployment needs an external switch. • 3 x USB 3.0, 1 x USB 2.0 and 4 COM: one RS-232/422/485, one RS-232 and two RS-485 cover modern peripherals and legacy industrial devices. • 9-36 V DC input is suitable for common control-cabinet power architectures after connector, grounding and load are confirmed. • Wall, back or DIN-rail mounting provides a defined mechanical path for OEM integration.
These are configuration advantages, not a promise that every optional feature can be combined. Confirm the exact build code before releasing the bill of materials.
Match compute and memory to the workload
The listed processor platform is Intel Alder Lake-N N97 or Core i3-N305. The memory configuration is Single-channel DDR4/DDR5 SO-DIMM, up to 16 GB. Select the CPU and memory from the software workload: HMI visualization, protocol conversion and lightweight control usually require less headroom than machine vision, multi-camera processing or local analytics.
Storage and wireless expansion depend on the selected board configuration. Before ordering, specify the OS image, application footprint, write endurance, boot-device preference, Wi-Fi or cellular requirement and long-term availability target. VstrongTechPC will check coexistence instead of treating each option as independent.
Plan the network and peripheral map
The standard external network layout is 5 x GbE (4 x Intel i210, 1 x Realtek RTL8111H). USB connectivity is 3 x USB 3.0, 1 x USB 2.0. Serial connectivity is 4 COM: one RS-232/422/485, one RS-232 and two RS-485. The standard display output is dual independent display through DP and HDMI. Digital I/O is split into 8DI/8DO low-speed channels (10 kHz) and 8DI/8DO high-speed channels (200 kHz); signal voltage, isolation and connector pinout must be confirmed for the ordered build.
Map each camera, PLC, scanner, drive, sensor and service connection to a physical port before quotation. Where PoE, protocol switching or extra COM is optional, state it explicitly in the RFQ. This prevents a nominal port count from hiding a controller, power-budget or cable-layout mismatch.
Verify mechanical, thermal and power limits
The enclosure measures 180 x 165 x 67 mm (7.09 x 6.50 x 2.64 in) and weighs approximately 2.0 kg (4.41 lb). The specified environment is 0 to 60 C (32 to 140 F) operating; -40 to 85 C (-40 to 185 F) storage. Power input is 9-36 V DC. Maximum system power consumption is 30 W with N97 and 45 W with i3-N305 under the supplier's listed configurations.
Check mounting clearance, connector bend radius, airflow, cable service access and the available DC supply under maximum application load. Environmental ratings describe the listed platform; the final system temperature still depends on CPU load, storage, expansion modules, mounting surface and enclosure airflow.
FI72-7201 technical specification
Section | Item | Specification Processor | CPU | Intel Alder Lake-N N97 or Core i3-N305 Memory | Capacity | Single-channel DDR4/DDR5 SO-DIMM, up to 16 GB Display | Output or panel | Dual independent display through DP and HDMI Networking | Ethernet | 5 x GbE (4 x Intel i210, 1 x Realtek RTL8111H) I/O | USB | 3 x USB 3.0, 1 x USB 2.0 I/O | Serial | 4 COM: one RS-232/422/485, one RS-232 and two RS-485 I/O | Dedicated control | 8DI/8DO low speed (10 kHz) plus 8DI/8DO high speed (200 kHz) Power | Input | 9-36 V DC Power | Maximum consumption | 30 W (N97) or 45 W (i3-N305) Mechanical | Dimensions | 180 x 165 x 67 mm (7.09 x 6.50 x 2.64 in) Mechanical | Weight | Approx. 2.0 kg (4.41 lb) Mechanical | Mounting | Wall, back or DIN-rail mounting Environment | Operating/storage | 0 to 60 C (32 to 140 F) operating; -40 to 85 C (-40 to 185 F) storage Compliance | EMC | CE and FCC Class B listed by the supplier; confirm documents for the ordered build Operating system | Support | Windows 10/11, CentOS 8, Ubuntu 20.04/22.04 Configuration checklist
Before requesting a quotation, provide:
  1. Application workload and required OS.
  1. CPU, memory and storage target.
  1. Exact LAN, COM, USB and digital-I/O map.
  1. Display, touch or external-monitor requirements.
  1. Mounting method and available installation space.
  1. Input voltage, connector and remote-switch requirements.
  1. Operating temperature, airflow and vibration conditions.
  1. Wi-Fi, cellular, PoE or other optional modules.
Send the checklist through the email inquiry page (/contact) or WhatsApp (https://wa.me/8613760359890). Compare other form factors on the product overview (/products), and review VstrongTechPC integration scope on the About page (/about).