# Beckhoff CX2042

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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.

## Specification

| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Category | embedded pc |
| Weight | 1.65 kg |
| Ethernet ports | 2 |
| Processor | Intel® Xeon® D-1527 2.2 GHz |
| Supply voltage | 24 V DC (-15%/+20%) |
| Power consumption | 0.095 kW |
| IP rating | IP20 |
| Operating temp min | -25 °C |
| Operating temp max | 50 °C |

## Connected

- Manufacturer: [Beckhoff Automation](https://machineschema.com/manufacturer/beckhoff.md)

## Safety

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

## 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.

## Sources

1. [Embedded PC with Intel® Xeon® D-1527](https://www.beckhoff.com/en-en/products/ipc/embedded-pcs/cx20x2-intel-r-xeon-r-d/cx2042.html) (accessed 2026-10-25)

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