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Spectra XSR Spire: Intel Xeon Mini PC for Tactical Edge Defense

Lena Fischer 2 min read

Spectra launches the XSR Spire, a rugged Intel Xeon mini PC designed for tactical edge defense, featuring silent cooling and military- grade I/O.

Spectra XSR Spire rugged mini PC side view showing ports
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Spectra has introduced the XSR Spire, a rugged mini PC designed for defense and tactical edge environments. This device provides a compact computing solution for applications such as battlefield management, edge AI, and vehicle autonomy. Buyers requiring silent operation in constrained spaces will find its aluminum heat dissipation fins relevant to their deployment needs.

Spectra XSR Spire rugged mini PC side view showing ports
The Spectra XSR Spire features a rugged aluminum chassis designed for tactical environments.

Rugged silent mini PC targets defense and edge AI with military-grade connectivity

The XSR Spire is powered by an Xeon W-11865MRE processor from the Tiger Lake family. This CPU features eight cores and sixteen threads with a maximum boost frequency of 4.7 GHz. The system relies on silent passive cooling, utilizing aluminum fins to manage heat without generating acoustic noise.

Specifications

  • CPU: Intel Xeon W-11865MRE (8 cores, 16 threads, up to 4.7 GHz)
  • RAM: Up to 96 GB DDR4-3200 ECC
  • Storage: Up to 640 GB mSATA SSD + 16 TB NVMe SSD
  • Dimensions: 21.6 x 18.25 x 7.9 cm
  • Weight: Up to 4 kg

The machine supports up to 96 GB of DDR4-3200 ECC RAM for reliable data processing. Storage options include an mSATA SSD with a maximum capacity of 640 GB and an NVMe SSD reaching 16 TB. The chassis measures 21.6 x 18.25 x 7.9 cm and weighs up to 4 kg depending on the internal configuration.

Connectivity options cater to specialized industrial and military requirements. The system includes one USB 3.0 port, two to four USB 2.0 ports, and up to four serial connectors. It also features a 10 GbE network interface card, VGA or DVI video output, and expansion slots for XMC or mPCIe cards.

Additional interfaces support specific tactical protocols with two to four CAN and ARINC 429 connectors. Total power consumption for the fully configured unit may reach 70 W. Spectra does not publish pricing or availability details publicly, requiring direct inquiry for acquisition.

Source: NotebookCheck