The Avid VENUE 4935-00760-00 is an official OEM Single Board Computer (SBC) Portwell motherboard hardware upgrade kit for high-performance Avid VENUE | S6L live sound mixing surfaces. Engineered to extend the operational lifespan, improve system stability, and expand the modern software compatibility of original-generation console frames, this comprehensive hardware package provides a direct drop-in mainboard assembly alongside all necessary internal connectivity data ribbons and cables required to successfully transition legacy console frames to the modern computing architecture.
Key Features
Modernization Path: Upgrades early-generation S6L console frames from legacy computing architectures to the current high-performance Portwell platform.
Complete Turnkey Kit: Package includes the pre-configured replacement motherboard, updated internal connectivity cables, and mounting hardware for immediate field installation.
Expanded Software Access: Essential hardware path to initialize and boot advanced, feature-rich modern software updates.
Enhanced System Reliability: Improves boot times, minimizes hardware-level errors, and ensures optimal heat management across the primary console chassis backplane.
Mandatory System Requirements
Software Version: This upgrade kit strictly requires VENUE software version 7.1 or later to properly initialize and boot the hardware sub-assembly.
Essential Data Backup: Installation of this mainboard requires a complete hardware swap of the core processing sub-assembly. All user data, custom profiles, and show files must be completely backed up externally before starting the physical installation process to prevent permanent data loss.
Technical Specifications
Component Type: Single Board Computer (SBC) Motherboard Assembly
Architecture Generation: Portwell Platform Layout
Package Contents: 1 x Motherboard PCB, 1 x Custom Console Cable Assembly Kit, 1 x Hardware Mount Pack
System Compatibility Note: The Avid 4935-00760-00 kit is specifically designed for the control surface frame itself. It is compatible with the Avid VENUE S6L-48D, S6L-32D, and S6L-24D console frames. (Note: This kit is built for control surfaces only and cannot be used to upgrade or replace motherboards inside E6L or E6LX processing engines).
