Beckhoff CX2042

The Beckhoff CX2042 is a fan-cooled embedded PC CPU module in the CX2000 series. It uses a four-core Intel Xeon D-1527 at 2.2 GHz, provides 8 GB DDR4 RAM expandable to 64 GB, and has two Ethernet ports, DVI-I, four USB 3.0 ports, and a CFast slot. It runs Windows IoT Enterprise or TwinCAT/BSD and can use TwinCAT 3 runtime, with CX2000-series system modules connected over PCI Express.

Source checked9/9 values · 2026-10-25Beckhoff AutomationEmbedded PC
CX2042X1X22 × ETHERNETIntel® Xeon® D-1527 2.2 GHz24 V DC (-15%/+20%)IP20CX2042 · FRONTSchematic · port count from spec
IP rating
IP20
Weight
1.65kg

Specification

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Categoryembedded pc
Ethernet ports2
ProcessorIntel® Xeon® D-1527 2.2 GHz
Supply voltage24 V DC (-15%/+20%)
Power consumption0.095 kW
Operating temp min-25 °C
Operating temp max50 °C

Quick answers

How much does the Beckhoff CX2042 weigh?
1.65 kg, per Embedded PC with Intel® Xeon® D-1527 (beckhoff.com).
What is the IP rating of the Beckhoff CX2042?
IP20, per Embedded PC with Intel® Xeon® D-1527 (beckhoff.com).

Study notes

  • Four-core Intel Xeon D-1527 CPU at 2.2 GHz; main memory is 8 GB DDR4, factory-expandable to 64 GB.
  • Base interfaces include one DVI-I, four USB 3.0, and one optional interface in addition to two RJ45 Ethernet ports.
  • CFast card slot is provided but card is not included; OS, user programs, and data boot from CFast.
  • Internal 128 kB NOVRAM provides persistent data storage when no UPS is used.
  • Power is supplied by a CX2100-0014 module; up to two CX2550 mass-storage modules can sit between supply and CPU, allowing up to three mass-storage devices total.
  • Supported operating systems include Windows 10 IoT Enterprise, Windows 11 IoT Enterprise 2024 LTSC, and TwinCAT/BSD; TwinCAT 3 runtime (XAR) is available.
  • Optional interfaces include EtherCAT master/slave, PROFINET RT controller/device, PROFIBUS master/slave, CANopen master/slave, RS232/RS485/RS422, and additional Ethernet/display ports.
  • TwinCAT 3 platform level is High Performance (70).
  • Vibration/shock and EMC conformance are stated to EN 60068-2-6/-2-27 and EN 61000-6-2/-6-4.

Safety

  • CE and UL approvals/markings are stated.
  • Relative humidity limit: 95%, no condensation.
  • Storage temperature range: -40 to +85°C.
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