- Onboard Storage:
- 64 MB Flash disk for boot and application storage
- CompactFlash socket (Type I/II) for additional storage
- Ethernet Connectivity:
- Dual 10/100/1000 Mbps Gigabit Ethernet ports (RJ-45)
- Intel 82546EB dual-port Gigabit Ethernet controller
- Serial Ports:
- Two RS-232/422/485 serial ports (DB9 connectors)
- Programmable for multiple protocols and voltage levels
- USB: Two USB 1.1 ports
- Video Output:
- Onboard video controller with 8 MB SDRAM
- VGA output (DB15 connector) supporting resolutions up to 1280×1024 @ 60 Hz
- RTC: Battery-backed real-time clock with calendar
- Watchdog Timer: Programmable hardware watchdog for system recovery
- Power Supply: +5 VDC only, typical consumption 6.5 A
- Operating Temperature:
- Commercial: 0°C to +55°C
- Extended: –40°C to +85°C (ruggedized version)
- Cooling: Conduction-cooled and air-cooled variants available
- Form Factor: 6U (233.35 mm × 160 mm), VME64 standard
- Standards Compliance: VMEbus 64, RoHS compliant
Key Features
- High-performance Intel Pentium III processor for demanding computational tasks
- Integrated Gigabit Ethernet for high-speed network communication and data transfer
- Dual serial ports with multi-protocol support for legacy and industrial device connectivity
- CompactFlash and Flash disk provide non-volatile storage for operating system and applications
- Onboard VGA supports local display for diagnostics, HMI, or system monitoring
- Robust VMEbus interface with full master/slave functionality and interrupt handling
- Hardware watchdog timer ensures system reliability and automatic restart on failure
- Real-time clock with battery backup maintains time across power cycles
- Designed for use with real-time operating systems including VxWorks, LynxOS, Linux, and Windows Embedded
- Rugged construction available for extended temperature and high-vibration environments
- Long product lifecycle and availability for industrial and defense applications
Functional Capabilities
- Executes complex control algorithms, data acquisition, and signal processing
- Hosts real-time operating systems for deterministic application performance
- Manages high-bandwidth data flow across VMEbus and Ethernet networks
- Supports multi-node VME systems as a central processing or communication node
- Enables local operator interface via VGA and USB keyboard/mouse
- Facilitates remote monitoring and control through Gigabit Ethernet
- Provides reliable boot and storage in headless configurations using Flash and CompactFlash
- Supports system diagnostics, logging, and firmware updates in the field
Applications
- Industrial automation and process control systems requiring high computing power
- Military command, control, and communication (C3) systems
- Aerospace and avionics test and control platforms
- Radar, sonar, and signal intelligence (SIGINT) processing
- Telecommunications switching and network management
- Scientific instrumentation and data acquisition systems
- Test and measurement equipment in manufacturing and R&D
- Embedded control in energy, transportation, and defense systems
Compatibility and Integration
- Fully compliant with VME64 (VITA 1-1994) mechanical and electrical standards
- Compatible with standard 6U VME chassis and backplanes
- Works with VME system controllers, I/O modules, and memory boards
- Integrates with VME crates using standard J1/J2 connectors
- Supports VMEbus message transfers, block transfers, and 2eSST protocol (with compatible backplane)
- Bootable from Flash disk, CompactFlash, or over network (PXE)
- Drivers available for VxWorks, Linux, and other real-time operating systems
Environmental and Mechanical
- Operating altitude up to 3,000 meters
- Conduction-cooled version available for extreme environments
- Meets MIL-STD-810 for shock and vibration resistance (rugged variants)
- EMI/EMC compliant per industrial and military standards
- Field-replaceable design for maintenance and upgrades
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