APEX ORIN NX Software Release Note#

LTS Release Note#

Release Version

Release Date

Release Information

5.1.1-1.3.0.98

2024-06-05

Supports Nvidia PCN210361.

Incorporates fixes for critical issues identified in previous releases.

5.1.1-1.2.0.62

2024-03-20

Support Power supply voltage monitoring function.

5.1.1-1.1.0.50

2023-11-14

First official release of Apex Orin NX.

Version Recommendations and Concept Explanation#

  • For users who prioritize stability, reliability, and long-term support, it is recommended to choose the Long-Term Support (LTS) version.

  • For users who wish to try out the latest features and are willing to accept potential risks, they can choose the Non-LTS version.

Non-LTS Version#

The Non-LTS version is a product image version that offers the latest features and improvements. It quickly follows the updates of Nvidia Jetpack but does not guarantee long-term maintenance and differences between versions.

The Non-LTS version has the following characteristics:

  • Latest features: The Non-LTS version includes the latest features, improvements, and optimizations, allowing users to experience new product features in advance.

  • Product testing: The Non-LTS version undergoes product testing before release to ensure its basic functionality and performance meet the standards.

  • No guaranteed version differences: The differences between Non-LTS versions can be significant, and no explicit version difference description is provided.

  • Longer error fixing time: For errors discovered in the Non-LTS version, the fixing time may be longer, depending on the complexity and priority of the issue.

  • Short-term support: The Non-LTS version does not have a long-term maintenance plan, and the support duration is relatively short.

Long-Term Support (LTS) Version#

The Long-Term Support (LTS) version is a stable, reliable, and continuously supported product image version. It has clear version differences, quick error fixes, and a long maintenance cycle.

Before Nvidia ends support for the related Jetpack version, MiiVii will provide full maintenance for the corresponding LTS version.

After Nvidia ceases support for the related Jetpack version, MiiVii will continue to offer maintenance for an additional year.

The LTS version has the following qualities:

  • Stability: The LTS version undergoes rigorous testing and verification to ensure its stability in terms of functionality, performance, and compatibility.

  • Controllable changes: Changes in the LTS version are controllable, and the differences between each version are explicitly documented in the version notes.

  • Clear version differences: The differences between LTS versions are clear and straightforward, allowing users to choose the appropriate version based on their needs.

  • Rapid error fixing: For errors discovered in the LTS version, the development team responds quickly and provides fixes or patches.

  • Long-term support: The LTS version has a longer maintenance cycle, during which users can receive continuous technical support and updates.

  • Deb upgrade support: Provide deb base upgrade, between LTS images. e.g. 5.1.1-1.1.0 to 5.1.1-1.2.0