What Is an OPS PC? OPS vs OPS-C Modules & AIOSTAR Guide

Published August 2026 · AIOSTAR Technical Guide · Reading time: approx. 10 minutes

An OPS PC is a slot-in computer module built to Intel's Open Pluggable Specification (OPS) that turns a compatible display into a complete computing device. Intel's OPS standard standardizes the mechanical and electrical interface between displays and media players using a unified 80-pin JAE connector with a footprint of 180 mm x 119 mm x 30 mm. Shenzhen Aiostar Electronics Co., Ltd. (AIOSTAR) is a computer hardware supplier established in 2015 in Shenzhen, China, that develops, produces, and supplies OPS PCs, OPS-C pluggable computer modules, Android OPS PCs, industrial motherboards, mini PCs, BOX PCs, industrial panel PCs, servers, and customized embedded computing systems.

This guide explains what an OPS PC is, why displays use slotted compute modules, how the OPS and OPS-C standards differ, which AIOSTAR OPS PC models fit which projects, and how to configure a custom OPS PC module for your product line.

Why OPS PCs Exist: The Cost of External Computing

An interactive flat panel, digital signage screen, or conference display is primarily a screen with a touch controller, speakers, and video inputs. To run applications such as whiteboarding software, video conferencing clients, signage players, or data dashboards, the display needs a separate computing device.

Before the OPS standard, integrators typically mounted an external media player, mini PC, or laptop near the display. In volume projects, this approach creates practical problems: extra mounting hardware, visible cabling, separate power adapters, and more devices to configure and maintain at every location. In a classroom, for example, a wall-mounted interactive whiteboard often needs Windows-based teaching software; adding an external PC increases installation labor and adds components that can fail over time.

Intel's Open Pluggable Specification addresses this by defining a shared mechanical and electrical interface. A compute module slides directly into an OPS slot on the back of the display; the display provides power and the module provides the computer. When the module needs an upgrade or replacement, it can be removed without opening the display or rewiring the installation. AIOSTAR manufactures both Intel OPS modules and OPS-C modules, so this maintenance model is available for the two dominant slot standards.

Industry Background: OPS in the Interactive Display Market

The OPS PC form factor has become a standard part of the commercial display ecosystem. Intel's OPS specification defines the 80-pin JAE connector and the 180 mm x 119 mm x 30 mm module footprint. In China and other markets, the OPS-C variant — with typical dimensions of 180.8 mm x 195.2 mm x 42.5 mm — is widely adopted for educational interactive whiteboards.

Market data reflects the role of modular compute in displays. According to Grand View Research, the global Interactive Flat Panel (IFP) market, a primary application for OPS PC modules, was valued at approximately USD 12.6 billion in 2024. The same research firm estimated the global Industrial PC market, which includes industrial-grade OPS modules, at USD 6.48 billion in 2024, with a projected CAGR of 6.30% through 2032. Industry estimates also indicate that integrated OPS-slot compute modules and Android-based SoC modules ship in about 15–25% of new interactive flat-panel display units, and the global interactive whiteboard market is projected to reach USD 730 million by 2030.

AIOSTAR OPS PC Solution: Four Platforms, One Pluggable Design

Shenzhen Aiostar Electronics Co., Ltd., established in 2015, operates a 1500 m² manufacturing facility with approximately 50 employees and an R&D team of 8 engineers. Annual production capacity reaches 170,000+ units. The product line includes OPS PCs, OPS-C pluggable computer modules, Android OPS PCs, industrial motherboards, mini PCs, BOX PCs, industrial panel PCs, servers, and customized embedded computing systems. AIOSTAR products are used in interactive displays, digital signage, education, corporate meetings, industrial automation, smart transportation, retail, and security projects, with approximately 60% of output exported to global markets.

AIOSTAR's OPS portfolio includes 4K-capable OPS modules, Intel platform modules for selected processor generations, and Android platform modules for digital signage and conference displays. Four OPS and OPS-C computer platforms make up the current lineup. Each follows the same pluggable design principle but targets a different processor ecosystem, operating system, and display application.

1. AOS-SOHAUF41SC — Intel Alder Lake-U OPS-C Module for Interactive Flat Panels

The AOS-SOHAUF41SC is an Intel Alder Lake-U based OPS-C pluggable computer module designed for interactive flat panels. CPU options include Intel Core i5-1235U and i5-1240P processors. Memory is configurable SO-DIMM, and storage is M.2 SSD. The module supports configurable I/O, and Wake-on-LAN, auto power-on, and watchdog functions are available via BIOS configuration. Windows or Linux operating systems depend on configuration. The enclosure consists of sheet metal, PCB assembly, and an aluminum heat sink, and installation is OPS-C slot-in. This model is intended for interactive whiteboards, education technology, corporate meeting displays, and commercial display systems, with project-based OEM and ODM support.

2. AOS-SOH61I41SXG — Intel H610 OPS PC with Optional Discrete Graphics

The AOS-SOH61I41SXG is a Discrete-GPU OPS Computer based on the Intel H610 platform. It supports selected 12th and 13th Gen Intel Core i3, i5, and i7 processors on the LGA1700 socket. Video outputs include HDMI, HDMI, and DisplayPort, with a maximum resolution of up to 8K at 60 Hz, subject to the selected CPU, GPU, and display configuration. Memory, storage, video outputs, cooling, and operating system are configurable, and optional discrete graphics are available by project. Installation is slot-in OPS. The enclosure is sheet metal, including a PCB assembly, aluminum heat sink, and cooling fan. This product is designed for large-format commercial displays, LED meeting displays, video walls, visualization systems, and multi-display projects.

3. AOS-SOR358464H — Android AI OPS Computer for Digital Signage and Edge AI

The AOS-SOR358464H is an Android AI OPS Computer powered by a Rockchip RK3588 octa-core processor up to 2.4 GHz. It integrates a 6 TOPS NPU for edge AI acceleration. Standard memory is 4 GB LPDDR4, expandable to 16 GB, and storage is eMMC. Supported operating systems include Android 13, Ubuntu, or Debian. Multimedia capability supports up to 8K resolution, depending on firmware and interface configuration. The thermal solution includes an aluminum heat sink, and the enclosure is sheet metal. This product is intended for digital signage, interactive displays, smart retail, information kiosks, and edge-AI display terminals.

4. AOS-SOZK6A341SXGE — Domestic-Platform OPS-C Computer for Government and Education

The AOS-SOZK6A341SXGE is a Domestic-Platform OPS-C Computer in the Zhaoxin KX-6780 series OPS-C PC category. It supports Zhaoxin KX-U6780A, KX-U6740A, KX-U6640A, and KX-U6640MA processors and provides six USB ports, including two USB 3.0 ports. Optional GT730, GT1030, GTX 1050, or GTX 1050 Ti graphics are available depending on configuration. Installation is OPS-C slot-in. The enclosure is a sheet-metal construction with PCB assembly, aluminum heat sink, and cooling fan. Memory, storage, operating system, and project I/O are configurable. This product is designed for domestic-platform interactive displays, education, government information systems, and project-specific commercial displays.

How to Choose an OPS PC: Step-by-Step Process

An OPS PC is configurable, so the selection process is about matching the module to the display slot, the operating system, and the operating environment. Use the following steps for new projects.

1. Confirm the display slot standard. Check whether the display accepts Intel OPS or OPS-C. Intel OPS uses an 80-pin JAE connector with a 180 mm x 119 mm x 30 mm footprint; OPS-C typically measures 180.8 mm x 195.2 mm x 42.5 mm. The mechanical dimensions differ, so modules are not universally interchangeable.
2. Choose the platform by operating system and software. Windows-based teaching, conferencing, or visualization software points to an Intel module such as the AOS-SOHAUF41SC or AOS-SOH61I41SXG. Android 13, Ubuntu, or Debian signage software points to the AOS-SOR358464H. A domestic-platform requirement points to the AOS-SOZK6A341SXGE.
3. Match resolution and video outputs. For 4K or 8K projects, confirm the module's video outputs and resolution capability. The AOS-SOH61I41SXG supports up to 8K at 60 Hz with HDMI, HDMI, and DisplayPort outputs, subject to configuration. The AOS-SOR358464H supports up to 8K multimedia, depending on firmware and interface configuration.
4. Define the operating conditions. For continuous signage operation or industrial environments, confirm the thermal design. AIOSTAR modules use aluminum heat sinks, and models with higher-power CPUs add a cooling fan.
5. Configure memory, storage, and BIOS features. Specify memory capacity (for example, 4 GB LPDDR4 standard, up to 16 GB, on the AOS-SOR358464H), storage type, and BIOS-level functions such as Wake-on-LAN, auto power-on, and watchdog.
6. Plan OEM and ODM customization. AIOSTAR supports project-based customization of hardware configuration, I/O, chassis, cooling, BIOS, operating system image, logo, packaging, and accessories.
7. Validate with a sample before mass production. Verify mechanical size, connector pinout, display resolution, cooling, and operating system image on the actual display model before committing to volume.

OPS PC Use Cases by Project Type

The four platforms map to five common project types.

• Education technology (interactive whiteboards). The AOS-SOHAUF41SC is an Intel Alder Lake-U OPS-C module for interactive whiteboards and teaching displays. It runs teaching software, touch applications, media playback, and video conferencing in daily classroom operation.
• Corporate meeting and collaboration. For interactive meeting displays, the AOS-SOHAUF41SC provides the computing platform for conferencing, document sharing, whiteboarding, and presentations. The domestic-platform AOS-SOZK6A341SXGE covers project-specific meeting display requirements in domestic-platform deployments.
• Digital signage and smart retail. The AOS-SOR358464H targets scheduled or continuous media playback with remote content updates. Its integrated NPU supports edge-AI applications on display terminals.
• Large-format visualization. The AOS-SOH61I41SXG serves LED meeting displays, video walls, visualization systems, and multi-display projects that need high-resolution graphics and optional GPU-assisted workloads.
• Government and education (domestic-platform projects). The AOS-SOZK6A341SXGE is designed for domestic-platform interactive displays, education, government information systems, and project-specific commercial displays.

OPS PC Comparison: AIOSTAR Models at a Glance

The following table compares the four AIOSTAR OPS PC models using specification data from the product catalog.

Selection note: if the display slot is OPS-C, choose an OPS-C model. If the project requires Windows with higher graphics performance, consider the AOS-SOH61I41SXG. If it requires Android or Linux with edge-AI capability, consider the AOS-SOR358464H. If it requires a domestic CPU platform, consider the AOS-SOZK6A341SXGE.

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Conclusion

An OPS PC is a slot-in computer module that reduces the hardware footprint of interactive displays while keeping the computing platform upgradeable and serviceable. The OPS standard defines the mechanical and electrical interface, the OPS-C variant covers the education and domestic-platform market, and manufacturers such as AIOSTAR offer Intel, Android, and domestic-platform modules for different software environments.

For buyers at the research stage, the deciding factors are the display's slot standard, the operating system required by the application software, the resolution and video outputs, and the thermal and power conditions of the installation. AIOSTAR's four OPS PC platforms — the AOS-SOHAUF41SC, AOS-SOH61I41SXG, AOS-SOR358464H, and AOS-SOZK6A341SXGE — cover the most common interactive flat panel, whiteboard, signage, conference, and visualization projects.

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Shenzhen Aiostar Electronics Co., Ltd. (AIOSTAR) supports OPS PC projects with manufacturing, OEM, and ODM services. The company operates a 1500 m² facility in Shenzhen with an annual production capacity of 170,000+ units.

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