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Hackboard 2

A powerful & affordable Windows 10 Pro SBC with optional 4G or 5G connectivity

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Hackboard 2 is a new single-board computer (SBC) designed from the ground up to be one of the most powerful and affordable Windows-capable, Intel-based computers ever. With optional 4G or 5G connectivity, it is ideal for students, teachers, families, makers, and hobbyists alike. Unlike the Raspberry Pi, Hackboard 2 is based on a powerful Intel processor capable of running Windows. Unlike other Intel-based SBCs, Hackboard 2 is incredibly affordable.

Education, Entertainment, Engineering

Hackboard is a reliable, high-performance platform that is well suited to a large and diverse set of possible projects, including:

Instant Productivity with Windows 10 Pro

Hackboard 2 running Windows 10 Pro

The standard version of Hackboard 2 comes preinstalled with Windows 10 Pro, a full-featured version of Windows that retails for more than the price of Hackboard 2 itself. It also comes preinstalled with the powerful Python programming language for accessing Hackboard 2’s GPIO.

Ubuntu Linux Version

Hackboard 1 shown in all photos. Hackboard 2 swaps out the microSD card slot for a SIM card slot and second M.2 slot, and has an upgraded processor.

A version of Hackboard 2 that is preinstalled with Ubuntu Linux is also available. The hardware is identical — it just comes with Linux instead of Windows.

Features & Specifications

Hackboard 2 has the following high-level features:

Left to right: DC power jack, 3.5 mm audio jack, Ethernet port (deprecated), HDMI output
Hackboard 2 has three USB 3 ports

Comparisons

ProductHackboard Raspberry Pi 4 Model B 8 GBLattePanda Delta 432
ProcessorIntel Celeron N4020 Dual-Core 64-bit up to 2.8 GHz processor Broadcom BCM 2711 Quad-Core Cortex-A72 (ARM v8) 64-bit SoC @ 1.5 GHzIntel Celeron N4100 Quad-Core up to 2.4 GHz processor
RAMup to 8 GB 8 GB4 GB
Storageup to 512 GB 16 GB microSD card (sold separately)32 GB + up to 2 TB via one NVMe M.2 slot
OS supportWindows 10 Pro, Linux LinuxWindows 10 Pro, Linux
OS can be updatedBoth Windows and Linux LinuxLinux only (Windows requires min 64 GB storage)
ConnectivityWi-Fi (1.73 Gb/s), Bluetooth 5.1, optional 4G and 5G Wi-Fi (433 Mb/s, Bluetooth 5.0, Gigabit Ethernet, PoEWi-Fi (433 Mb/s), Bluetooth 5.0, Gigabit Ethernet
Power supplyincluded sold separatelyincluded
Battery backupSmall cell BIOS backup for up to two years nono
Heatsinkincluded sold separatelyincluded + fan
Hackboard 2 in injection molded ABS case included in Starter and Complete Kits

Hackboard 2 Schematic (Top)

1. BIOS backup battery7. Gigabit Ethernet (RJ45) (deprecated)13. 40-pin GPIO header
2. 4 GB DDR4 RAM8. 3.5 mm CTIA audio jack14. 5-pin USB 2.0 header
3. CPU9. DC power input15. USB 3.0 Type-A port
4. Stereo speakers connector10. Red & green LED16. USB 3.0 Type-A port
5. Power button11. Rechargeable battery connector17. USB 3.0 Type-A port
6. HDMI 2.1 output12. Power management unit

Hackboard 2 Schematic (Bottom)

1. Dual-band Wi-Fi & Bluetooth4. NVMe M.27. eDP connector
2. Fan connector5. NVMe M.28. 6-pin touchscreen connector
3. BIOS programming connector6. Microphone9. 64 GB eMMC (deprecated)

Hackboard 2 Starter Kit

The Hackboard 2 Starter Kit has everything you need to hook up Hackboard 2 to your own monitor or TV and be productive right away. It includes a Hackboard 2 with Windows 10 Pro, a 12 VDC / 3 A international power supply, a heatsink, two board-mountable antennas, a milled aluminum and ABS plastic case, a 1080p USB 2 video camera, and a wireless keyboard with integrated trackpad, all slim and lightweight enough to take on the go. Optional 4G and 5G cellular modems available separately.

Hackboard 2 Complete Kit

The Hackboard 2 Complete Kit has everything you need to be productive right away. It includes everything that comes with a Hackboard 2 Starter Kit, plus a portable 13.3" IPS 1080p HD display with integrated speakers, USB C and HDMI inputs, a mini USB B power supply (5 V / 3 A), and protective cover that doubles as a stand, all slim and lightweight enough to take on the go. Optional 4G and 5G cellular modems available separately.

Manufacturing Plan

Between the three core members of the team (Mike, Jon, and Dean), we have over 22 years of experience in the manufacturing and logistics of single-board computers, including working directly with the Raspberry Pi Foundation, Kano, pi-top, Micro:bit, and the BeagleBoard Foundation, not to mention countless partners for accessories and components.

Hackboard 2 was developed with our in-house engineering, design, layout, fabrication, and software resources, calling on proven local contractors for specialized tasks such as board fabrication and assembly. Hackboard 2 production will take place in China, overseen directly by Mike, CEO of Hackboard.

Every Hackboard 2 comes with a 12 VDC, 3 A international power supply

We successfully manufactured a pilot run of the first version, Hackboard 1, which used the Intel Celeron N3350 processor. The version being offered here, Hackboard 2, has some key improvements, such as removing the microSD card slot to make room for a SIM card slot and a second NVMe M.2 slot, and upgrading to the more powerful Intel Celeron N4020 processor. Throughout the last year of design and validation, we’ve worked closely with Intel and Microsoft to ensure Hackboard 2 unleashes the power of both.

Our manufacturing plan includes full safety compliance and testing against global standards, such as FCC, CE, CCC, C-Tick, RoHS, and Proposition 65. In addition, we’re working toward certifying Hackboard 2 as a Microsoft Hardware Lab Kit (HLK) platform.

Fulfillment & Logistics

All orders will ship to backers worldwide via Crowd Supply’s fulfillment partner, Mouser Electronics. For details, see the Crowd Supply Guide.

Members of our team have previously played critical roles in delivering similar products, such as successfully delivering Kano’s original Kickstarter campaign computer kits to backers in 86 countries.

Hackboard 2 product box

Risks & Challenges

There are three main kinds of problems we might encounter in the course of manufacturing Hackboard 2 and getting it into your hands:

Regardless of what comes up along the way, we commit to being transparent with our backers about any problems we encounter and what we are doing to mitigate them.

Hackboard 2 with two included antennas

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Hackboard 2 with Windows 11 Pro

This Hackboard 2 single-board computer comes preloaded with Microsoft Windows 11 Pro. Along with the board itself, you'll receive a 12 VDC / 3 A international power supply, a heatsink, two board-mountable antennas, an instruction pamphlet, and stickers. Optional 4G and 5G cellular modems available separately.

$199 $8 US Shipping / $18 Worldwide

Hackboard 2 with Debian Linux

This Hackboard 2 single-board computer comes preloaded with Debian Linux. Along with the board itself, you'll receive a 12 VDC / 3 A international power supply, a heatsink, two board-mountable antennas, an instruction pamphlet, and stickers. Optional 4G and 5G cellular modems available separately.

$175 $8 US Shipping / $18 Worldwide

Aluminum + ABS Plastic Case

This custom enclosure both protects and cools your Hackboard 2. The bottom half is made of injection-molded plastic and the top half is made of milled aluminum, which doubles as a heatsink. Hackboard 2 not included.

$20 $8 US Shipping / $18 Worldwide

Hackboard 2 Starter Kit

This kit has everything you need to hook up Hackboard 2 to your own monitor or TV and be productive right away. It includes everything that comes with a Hackboard 2 with Windows 11 Pro, plus a milled aluminum and ABS plastic case, a 1080p USB 2 video camera, and a wireless keyboard with integrated trackpad, all slim and lightweight enough to take on the go. Optional 4G and 5G cellular modems available separately.

$250 $8 US Shipping / $18 Worldwide

Hackboard 2 Complete Kit

This kit has everything you need to be productive right away. It includes everything that comes with a Hackboard 2 Starter Kit, plus a portable 13.3" IPS 1080p HD display with integrated speakers, USB Type-C and HDMI inputs, a mini USB B power supply (5 V / 3 A), and protective cover that doubles as a stand, all slim and lightweight enough to take on the go. Optional 4G and 5G cellular modems available separately.

$399 $8 US Shipping / $18 Worldwide

4G Cellular Modem

This module can be installed directly onto your Hackboard 2 and fits comfortably within the protective case. Slide a SIM card with a data plan (not included) into your Hackboard 2's SIM card slot and you're connected to a 4G network (where available).

$50 $8 US Shipping / $18 Worldwide

5G Cellular Modem

This module can be installed directly onto your Hackboard 2 and fits comfortably within the protective case. Slide a SIM card with a data plan (not included) into your Hackboard 2's SIM card slot and you're connected to a 5G network (where available).

$299 $8 US Shipping / $18 Worldwide

About the Team

Hackboard

Hong Kong, China  ·   hackboard.com

We're a passionate team of experienced designers, engineers and marketers based in Austin, London, and Shenzhen. We create affordable, powerful technology for hands-on education and invention.

Mike Callow
 mikecallow
Dean Kline
 DeanKline

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