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KEHIPI

KEHIPI CM5-PoE-BASE-A Compute Module 5 IO Board with PoE

SKU CH-XJK9-ZBE1E

IO board for Raspberry Pi Compute Module 5 adds PoE power and NVMe boot with 40-pin GPIO access

  • Compatible with all Compute Module 5 variants via standard socket
  • Powers and networks the module through a single PoE cable
  • Boots the system from an NVMe drive for faster storage speed
  • Provides MIPI, M.2, HDMI, USB, Ethernet and TF card connectors
  • Official Wiki documentation available for development support

CM5 IO Board with PoE

The KEHIPI CM5-PoE-BASE-A is a carrier board that accepts any variant of the Raspberry Pi Compute Module 5. It adds Power over Ethernet so the module receives both data and power through a single cable. A standard 40PIN GPIO header is provided for expansion.

NVMe boot support

An onboard M.2 connector enables booting the Compute Module 5 from an NVMe solid-state drive, delivering faster read and write speeds than the TF card slot. Additional cut-outs align with MIPI, HDMI, USB and Ethernet connectors on the module.

For makers adding PoE and NVMe to CM5

This board suits developers who want a compact IoT edge device with single-cable deployment and high-speed storage boot. Builders who need wireless connectivity, additional GPIO headers beyond the standard 40PIN, or a different form factor should look at alternative carrier boards.

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Price $118.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameWaveshare
Model nameCM5-PoE-BASE-A
Part numberCM5-PoE-BASE-A

Questions about this item

What does the 40-pin GPIO header mean when I plug this into my project?

The 40-pin GPIO header matches the Raspberry Pi layout so every Compute Module 5 variant connects directly to existing HATs and custom circuits without adapters.

How does the PoE feature power the board in practice?

Power over Ethernet delivers both data and electricity through a single network cable, removing the need for a separate power supply when a PoE switch or injector is used.

What physical space and mounting does this single board require?

The board uses the standard Compute Module 5 socket and aligns all cut-outs with the MIPI, M.2, HDMI, USB, Ethernet and TF card connectors, so it fits existing CM5 mounting holes and enclosures.

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