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# AAEON UP Nexus WCL Edge Development Kit

## Product Link

**Product link**: [AAEON UP Nexus WCL Edge](https://www.aaeon.com/en/product/detail/up-systems-up-nexus-wcl-edge)

## Overview

This guide describes how to set up the AAEON UP Nexus WCL Edge (UPN-WCL01-SYS) development
kit hardware and confirm that it powers on and boots correctly.

The kit is powered by an **Intel® Core™ 7 processor 360** or **Intel® Core™ 5 processor
320** (Wildcat Lake). It ships as a single, fanless, wall-mountable unit with onboard
LPDDR5 memory and UFS storage, dual 2.5GbE networking, and a 134 × 105 × 53 mm footprint.

> **Note:** This kit does not include GMSL or MIPI CSI camera connectivity. Connect
> cameras over USB — see the [USB Cameras](../../../components/sensors/cameras/usb/index.md)
> guide.

> **Note:** This development kit is intended for research and development purposes only.

## What you'll need

- A monitor with an **HDMI** or **DisplayPort** (via USB Type-C) input.
- A **USB keyboard and mouse**.
- The bundled **DC power adapter** (12–24 V).

## Overall Flow

1. **Unbox and inspect** the kit.
2. **Connect** the display, keyboard, and mouse.
3. **Power on** the kit.
4. **Verify** the BIOS and confirm the kit boots.

## Steps

### Step 1: Unbox and inspect

Set the kit on an anti-static surface and confirm the box contains the unit and its bundled
DC power adapter. Refer to the packing list included with your unit for the complete
contents.

> **Warning:** The kit can be damaged if it is not placed on an anti-static surface. If any
> item is missing or the kit is damaged, contact Intel before proceeding.

### Step 2: Connect peripherals

Connect your monitor to the **HDMI** or **USB Type-C (DisplayPort)** output, and plug a
keyboard and mouse into the **USB** ports.

### Step 3: Power on

Plug the supplied DC power adapter into the **12–24 V lockable DC-in connector** and press
the power button.

:::caution
Only use the DC power adapter supplied with the kit. Powering the board from another
source can damage it.
:::

### Step 4: Verify the BIOS

1. Press the key indicated on the boot splash screen to enter the BIOS setup screen.
2. Check the **time**, **date**, and configuration settings.
3. **Save and exit**.

The system reboots and is ready for you to install an operating system.

## Next Steps

- **[Supported Operating Systems](./supported-operating-systems.md)** — review the operating
  systems validated for this kit before installing your OS.

For product details, see the [manufacturer website](https://www.aaeon.com/en/product/detail/up-systems-up-nexus-wcl-edge).

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:caption: Components
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Supported Operating Systems <supported-operating-systems>
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