
MI987
Mini-ITX motherboard is based on the Q87 chipset designed to support socket LGA1150 4th Generation Intel® Core™ i7/i5/i3 desktop processors
Mini-ITX motherboard is based on the Q87 chipset designed to support socket LGA1150 4th Generation Intel® Core™ i7/i5/i3 desktop processors. Local warranty support and engineering customization available on request.
Specifications
| CPU | 4th Generation Intel® Core™ DT i7/i5/i3 processors (Max. 45W TDP) |
|---|---|
| System Memory | 2x DDR3-1600 SO-DIMM, Max 16GB (Non-ECC) |
| System Chipset | Intel® Q87/H81 |
| BIOS | AMI BIOS |
| VGA Controller | 4th Generation Intel® CoreTM DT i7/i5/i3 processors integrated graphics · Max. Shared memory – 1024MB |
| Display Interface | Support VGA, HDMI and DisplayPort |
| Watchdog Timer | 256 levels · SSD · 2x mSATA |
| I/O Chipset | Nuvoton NCT5523D · 1x RS-232/422/485 (Jumperless selection) · 1x RS232, 2x SATA III |
| USB | MI987AF: · 4 ports USB3.0 on board · 6 ports USB2.0 via pin header · MI987EF: · 2 ports USB3.0 and 2 ports USB2.0 on board · 4 ports USB2.0 via pin header |
| Audio | Intel® Q87/H81 PCH built-in HD audio controller + Realtek ALC662 w/ 5.1 channels |
| Others | 19V DC-In, Digital I/O, TPM 1.2, iSMART |
| Dimensions | 170mm x 170mm (6.7" x 6.7") · Intel® Core™ i7-4770TE 2.30 GHzw/ 2x 2GB DDR3-1333+19V: 6.08 A |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C~60°C (32°F~140°F) |
| Storage Temperature | -20°C~80°C (-4°F~167°F) |
| Relative Humidity | 10%~90% (non-condensing) |
Features
| Feature 1 | 4th Generation Intel® Core™ i7/i5/i3 processor |
|---|---|
| Feature 2 | (maximum 45W TDP), up to 2.7GHz |
| Feature 3 | 2x DDR3-1600 SO-DIMM, Max 16GB |
| Feature 4 | Supports VGA,HDMI and DisplayPort |
| Feature 5 | 2x Intel® PCI-E Gigabit LAN |
| Feature 6 | 4x USB3.0, 6x USB2.0, 2x COM, 2x SATA III |
| Feature 7 | 2x Mini PCI-E slots, 2x mSATA , 1x PCI-E(4x) |
| Feature 8 | Watchdog timer, Digital I/O, iAMT(9.0), TPM(1.2), iSMART |
Ordering Information
| MI987AF | LGA1150 Intel Q87 Mini-ITX w/ VGA, HDMI, DisplayPort, dual Gigabit LAN, TPM 1.2, iAMT9.0, iSMART |
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I/O — Rear panel

Front access
Where the MI987 is deployed
Desktop-class compute in custom industrial enclosures and rack systems.
CNC controller hosts, robotic coordinators, and motion-control platforms.
Base platform for OEMs building their own industrial PC housings.
Drop-in replacement for end-of-life industrial motherboards in fielded systems.
Our applications engineers will match your environment, software stack and I/O requirements to the right platform — or modify this one.
TALK TO AN ENGINEERResources
- DOWNLOAD ↓MI987 datasheetPDF document
- DOWNLOAD ↓MI987 user manualPDF document
- DOWNLOAD ↓Introduction to Watchdog TimerPDF document
Licensed customers get access to BIOS source, schematics, and full production test documentation.
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