ALLNET Rock Pi E D8 Dual Ethernet Board RK3328 1GB RAM without Wi-Fi/BT (RS309-D8)

The ALLNET Rock Pi E D8 is an ultra-compact single board computer designed for headless networking applications. Powered by the Rockchip RK3328 quad-core Cortex-A53 processor and equipped with 1GB DDR3 RAM, it delivers reliable performance for tasks such as network routing, IoT gateways, and lightweight servers. The board features dual Gigabit Ethernet ports for high-speed connectivity, making it ideal for firewall, VPN, or NAS projects. Despite its small footprint, it offers a rich set of interfaces including USB 2.0, USB Type-C (OTG/Power), microSD card slot, eMMC module connector, and a 26-pin GPIO header supporting I2C, SPI, and UART. This version does not include Wi-Fi or Bluetooth, ensuring a cost-effective solution for wired-only deployments. The board supports multiple operating systems such as Debian, Ubuntu, OpenWrt, and Armbian, providing flexibility for developers and makers.

Advantages

Dual Gigabit Ethernet ports enable advanced networking capabilities like load balancing and failover. The low-power Rockchip RK3328 SoC ensures energy efficiency, while the compact design allows integration into tight spaces. With support for eMMC and microSD storage, users can choose between speed and capacity. The GPIO header expands possibilities for hardware interfacing.

Suitable for

• Network appliances (router, firewall, VPN)
• IoT gateways and edge computing
• Home automation controllers
• Lightweight NAS or print server
• Embedded projects requiring dual Ethernet

Key specifications

• Processor: Rockchip RK3328, Quad-core ARM Cortex-A53
• RAM: 1GB DDR3
• Ethernet: 2x Gigabit (Realtek RTL8211F)
• USB: 1x USB 2.0 Type-A, 1x USB 2.0 Type-C (OTG/Power)
• Storage: microSD slot, eMMC module connector
• GPIO: 26-pin header (GPIO, I2C, SPI, UART)
• Power: 5V DC via USB Type-C
• RTC: Yes, with battery connector
• Debug: UART

Recommendations

For optimal performance, use a high-quality microSD card (Class 10 or UHS-I) or an eMMC module. Power the board with a stable 5V/2A USB-C power supply. This board is best suited for wired network applications; if wireless connectivity is required, consider the version with Wi-Fi/BT.