Overview
VIA ARTiGO A1250 Small Form Factor PC
The VIA ARTiGO A1250 is a high-performance, feature-rich ultra-slim system that fits easily into any environment and is suitable for a broad spectrum of applications, including media streaming, home automation, digital signage, and surveillance.Hardware
The VIA ARTiGO A1250 combines the advanced performance of a 1.2GHz VIA Eden® X4 processor with the rich multimedia capabilities of the VIA VX11H media system processor featuring an integrated VIA C-Motion 5.0 video processor with DirectX® 11 support in a robust and versatile low profile system measuring just 17.7cm x 12.5cm x 3.0cm (W X D X H).
Software
The VIA ARTiGO A1250 is fully compatible with Microsoft® Windows® 10 IoT, Windows® 10, Windows® 8.1/8, Windows® 7, Windows® Embedded 7, and popular Linux distributions. Customers can take advantage of VIA’s industry leading hardware and software support, including our software solution packs and the VIA Smart ETK (Embedded Tool Kit) to create customized designs with a quick time to market.The VIA Smart ETK provides an application programming interface (API) that makes it easy for system developers using VIA Embedded platforms to control and monitor GPIO, Watchdog Timer, Hardware Management, Flash, and other functions. To learn more, please click here. Wake On LAN (WOL) and pre-boot execution environment (PXE) are also supported, allowing the creation of a host of remotely managed IoT devices for almost any environment.
Applications
Packing a rich array of features into an ultra-slim form factor, the VIA ARTiGO A1250 provides a versatile solution for a host of embedded computing and multimedia applications ranging from digital signage and media streaming to surveillance and hotel automation.Datasheet

Model Name | ARTiGO A1250 |
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Processor | 1.2GHz VIA Eden® X4 |
Chipset | VIA VX11H Media System Processor |
BIOS | AMI Aptio UEFI BIOS, 32Mbit Flash memory |
System Power Management | Timer Power-On ACPI compliant |
System Memory | 1 DDR3 1066/1333 SODIMM socket Up to 8GB memory size |
Storage | Supports 1 2.5” SATA HDD/SSD |
Graphics | Integrated C-640 DX11 3D/2D graphics with MPEG-2, WMV9, VC1and H.264 video decoding acceleration |
Audio | VIA VT2021 High Definition Audio Codec |
Display I/O | 1 Mini HDMI port 1 VGA port supporting VGA resolutions up to 2560 x1600 pixels Dual independent VGA + HDMI display at different resolutions, pixel depths, and refresh rates |
USB | 2 USB 2.0 ports |
LAN | VIA VT6130 PCIe Gigabit Ethernet controller Supports wake-on-LAN and Boot from LAN (PXE) |
Front Panel I/O | 2 USB 2.0 ports 3 Audio jacks: Line-in, Line-out and Mic-in 1 Power on/off switch 1 Red LED for HDD activity 1 Green LED for power status |
Back Panel I/O | 2 USB 3.0 ports 1 Mini HDMI port 1 VGA port 1 Gigabit Ethernet port 1 DC strap holder hole 1 Antenna hole reserved to support WI-Fi 1 DC-in jack |
Power Supply | System reset; programmable 1~255 sec |
Operating System | Windows® 10 / 8.1 / 8 / 7, Win 10 IoT, WES 7, Linux |
Mechanical Construction | Aluminum top cover chassis housing Galvanized steel sheet (SECC) body chassis housing Front removable aluminum face plate |
Mounting | VESA mount |
Dimensions | 177mm(W) x 30mm(H) x 125mm(D) (6.96" x 1.18" x 4.92") |
Weight | 0.68kg (1.49lbs) |
Operating Temperature | 0°C ~ 40 °C |
Operating Humidity | 0% ~ 90% (non-condensing) |
Storage Temperature | -10°C ~ 60 °C |
Compliance | CE/FCC |
Downloads
ARTiGO A1250 Documentation
Document | Version | Date |
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Quick Guide | v1.05 | 2017-05-03 |
User Manual | v1.04 | 2017-05-03 |
ARTiGO A1250 BIOS / BIOS Flash Utility
Software | Version | Date |
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BIOS for VIA Eden® X4 SKUs | v3.01 | 2015-09-07 |
BIOS for VIA QuadCore E-Series SKUs | v2.06 | 2015-02-16 |
BIOS Flash Utility for UEFI | v2.2.9 | 2014-11-13 |
ARTiGO A1250 Driver Downloads
Driver | Version | Date |
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Smart ETK | ||
Smart ETK for Win XP / Win 7 64bit | v1.0.0.20 | 2013-09-10 |
Smart ETK for Win XP / Win 7 32bit | v1.0.0.20 | 2013-09-10 |
Windows® 10 64bit | ||
Windows® 10 32bit | ||
Windows® 8.1 64bit | ||
Audio | v10.15c | 2016-11-08 |
EMIO-1533 Wi-Fi | v10.0.0.28 | 2013-11-19 |
USB 3.0 | v4.90A | 2014-11-21 |
Ethernet | v1.9.2.0.A | 2015-02-10 |
Windows® 8.1 32bit | ||
Audio | v10.15c | 2016-11-08 |
EMIO-1533 Wi-Fi | v10.0.0.28 | 2013-11-19 |
USB 3.0 | v4.90A | 2014-11-21 |
Ethernet | v1.9.2A | 2015-02-10 |
Windows® 8 64bit | ||
Audio | v10.1500c | 2013-01-29 |
Ethernet | v1.9.2.0a | 2012-12-12 |
Hyperion Pro 4 in 1 | v3.40a | 2012-07-03 |
Windows® 8 32bit | ||
Audio | v10.1500c | 2013-01-29 |
Ethernet | v1.9.2.0a | 2012-12-12 |
Hyperion Pro 4 in 1 | v3.40a | 2012-07-03 |
Windows® 7 64bit | ||
Win7 Hotfix Before Driver Installation | v1.01 | 2019-04-22 |
Audio | v9.800d | 2011-09-07 |
Ethernet | v1.42 | 2015-02-10 |
Hyperion Pro 4 in 1 | v3.40a | 2012-07-03 |
USB 3.0 | v3.20 | 2012-08-15 |
Windows® 7 32bit | ||
Win7 Hotfix Before Driver Installation | v1.01 | 2019-04-22 |
Audio | v9.800d | 2011-09-07 |
Ethernet | v1.42 | 2015-02-10 |
Hyperion Pro 4 in 1 | v3.40a | 2012-07-03 |
USB 3.0 | v3.20 | 2012-08-15 |
Ordering
ARTiGO A1250 Ordering Information
Part Number | CPU | Description |
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ATG-A1250-5Q12A4 | VIA Eden® X4 @ 1.2GHz | 1.2GHz VIA Eden® X4 CPU Based Semi-Embedded System with Mini HDMI, VGA, 2 USB 3.0, 2 USB 2.0, Gigabit Ethernet, SATA, 12V DC-in, US Power Cord Packing List: ARTiGO A1250 system, AC-to-DC power adapter, Power cord, HDD screws, DC jack strap holder, SATA ribbon cable |
ATG-A1250-7Q12A4 | VIA Eden® X4 @ 1.2GHz | 1.2GHz VIA Eden® X4 CPU Based Semi-Embedded System with Mini HDMI, VGA, 2 USB 3.0, 2 USB 2.0, Gigabit Ethernet, SATA, 12V DC-in, JP Power Cord Packing List: ARTiGO A1250 system, AC-to-DC power adapter, Power cord, HDD screws, DC jack strap holder, SATA ribbon cable |
ARTiGO A1250 Accessories
Part Number | Description |
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Wireless Modules | |
EMIO-1533-00A2 | VNT9271 IEEE 802.11b/g/n USB Wi-Fi module with assembly kit |
Mounting Options | |
99G42-09288E-1 | Mechanism kit, wall mount bracket, 116mm x 116mm x 18.4mm |