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MSC Q7-MB-EP1 Embedded Platform for Qseven Systems

Ken Cheung — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:56:33 +0000

MSC Vertriebs’ MSC Q7-MB-EP1 embedded platform is designed for the development of embedded systems based on a power saving Qseven module. The baseboard is ready-to-use for small and medium production quantities in order to save extensive in-house development. The 3.5″ modules are mounted via a MXM connection on the baseboard. MSC Vertriebs offers three types of the MSC Q7-US15W Qseven module based on an Intel Atom processor varying in main features like CPU performance and number of SATA ports and PCI Express x1 lanes. The scalable computer-on-modules are ideal for mobile, battery-operated, and fanless systems.

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Emerson Ruggedized MVME4100 and MVME7100 VMEbus Single Board Computers

Ken Cheung — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:27:44 +0000

Emerson Network Power introduced ruggedized models of their MVME4100 and MVME7100 VMEbus boards. The ruggedized single board computers (SBCs) support a wider range of operating and storage temperatures in addition to increased tolerances for shock and vibration. This enables the boards to operate in harsh environments while maintaining structural and operational integrity. The new boards are also completely software compatible with the original models to ensure convenient interoperability.

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Niagara 32714 Quad Port Fiber 10 Gigabit Server Adapter Card

Ken Cheung — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:05:49 +0000

Interface Masters Technologies introduced the Niagara 32714 quad port fiber 10 gigabit Ethernet (GE) server adapter card. The Niagara 32714 server adapter is a low power Quad Port 10 GbE NIC, with SFP+ pluggable modules for Multi-Mode and Single-Mode Fiber media, based on the Intel 82599 Ethernet controller. The Niagara 32714 will be available for free evaluation on December 2009 for qualified projects and will be in full production January of 2010. The Niagara 32714 is ideal for system integrators and server providers that support the telecommunications, ISP, IT network security, UTM, intrusion detection and prevention, storage area networks (SAN), and WAN acceleration markets.

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MSC Q7-US15W-FD Qseven Module with Onboard Boot Flash

Ken Cheung — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 12:38:49 +0000

The MSC Q7-US15W-FD Qseven module with the power saving Intel Atom processor is available in two performance grades. The Z510 model runs at 1.1 GHz clock frequency, while the Z530 supports up to 1.6 GHz as well as other performance increasing features like Hyper Threading and Intel Virtualisation Technology. The compact module also integrates the Intel US15W System Control Hub (SCH) featuring the Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 500 and an 1GB DDR2 SDRAM.

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ACROSSER ACE-5296 and ACE-B5692 All-in-One Gaming Boards

Ken Cheung — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 12:03:52 +0000

ACROSSER introduced the ACE-5296 and ACE-B5692 All-in-One gaming platforms for gaming machines and AWP application. The 915GME model ACE-B5296 is designed for Italy Comma 6A/B AWP and VLT market. The GME965 gaming board ACE-B5692 supports not only Italian JAMMA, but also 8-liner interfaces. Another advantage of the new ACE members is their multi video outputs capability. Both boards are equipped with dual independent VGA outputs and a PCI express x16 slot. Triple VGA output feature is also supported by these boards when an external video card is connected.

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Microchip PIC24FJ64GA104 and PIC24FJ64GB004 16-bit Microcontrollers

Ken Cheung — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 18:44:38 +0000

Microchip Technology unveiled the PIC24FJ64GA104 and PIC24FJ64GB004 16-bit microcontroller (mcu) families. Both PIC24F families feature nanoWatt XLP extreme low power technology, small packages, and mTouch capacitive touch sensing. All family members are available now for sampling and volume production. Prices start at $2.12 each in 10,000 unit quantities for the PIC24FJ64GA104 general-purpose family members, and $2.32 each in 10,000 unit quantities for the PIC24FJ64GB004 USB family members.

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Microchip PIC32MX5, PIC32MX6, PIC32MX7 32-bit PIC32 Microcontrollers

Ken Cheung — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 18:12:38 +0000

Microchip Technology introduced the PIC32MX5, PIC32MX6, and PIC32MX7 32-bit PIC32 microcontroller (MCU) families. The PIC32MX5/6/7 MCUs are ideal for communications (point-of-sale terminals, web servers, CAN-to-Ethernet-to-USB bridges), industrial/medical (automation, controllers, medical devices, security monitoring), consumer/appliance (audio, MP3 decoders, displays, small appliances, fitness equipment), and automotive (aftermarket, car alarms, GPS). The three new PIC32MX5/6/7 microcontroller families are available today for sampling and volume production. 10,000 unit pricing ranges from $4.73 each for the PIC32MX575F256H, up to $6.55 each for the PIC32MX795F512L. Packaging options include 100-pin TQFP and BGA packages, and 64-pin TQFP and QFN packages.

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GE Fanuc GRA111 3U VPX Graphics Board

Ken Cheung — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 12:33:04 +0000

GE Fanuc Intelligent Platforms rolled out the OpenVPX-compatible GRA111 high performance graphics board. The GRA111 features NVIDIA’s new GT 240 GPU (graphics processing unit). It is the first rugged implementation of a CUDA-capable GPU. The GRA111 is the first member of GE Fanuc’s CUDA-enabled products family for military and aerospace embedded computing. The GRA111 board brings supercomputing capability to applications and environments that require leading edge processing such as radar, signals intelligence, and video surveillance and interpretation.

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MontaVista Stack Connects Dell Latitude ON

Ken Cheung — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 12:02:51 +0000

MontaVista Software teamed with Dell to develop the software stack for Latitude ON, which is an instant, always on connection to email, Web, contacts, and calendar. The software stack is built on the MontaVista Montabello MID platform. The stack provides the advanced power management, fast startup, and connectivity management required by Latitude ON users.

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Embedded DisplayPort Standard Version 1.1a

Ken Cheung — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 00:19:37 +0000

The Video Electronics Standards Association (VESA) updated the Embedded DisplayPort (eDP) Standard, which is a companion standard to DisplayPort Version 1.1a. The new eDP version provides an updated definition of requirements and options for the standard panel interface in embedded display applications. The eDP Standard defines a particular set of DisplayPort features to be used in embedded applications including notebook PCs and all-in-one PCs.

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