WinSystems is shipping an x86-compatible EBX SBC (single-board computer) that runs Linux and targets M2M (machine-to-machine) connectivity applications. The LBC-GX500 is based on an AMD [email protected] processor, and targets industrial automation, transportation, test and measurement, petrochemical, MIL/COTS,… medical/diagnostic equipment, communication gateways/routers, and homeland security applications.

(Click for larger view of the LBC-GX500)

WinSystems says the PC/104-expandable LBC-GX500's wide variety of network interfaces sets it apart from other industrial embedded SBCs in its class. Options include 802.11 wireless Ethernet, GSM/GPRS cellular modem, CDMA cellular modem, ZigBee wireless RF module, 10/100 wired Ethernet port, “global-compliant” dial-up modem, six USB ports, and six COM channels.

The passively cooled board also boasts an industrial operating temperature range, supports both APM and ACPI power management, and is said to typically draw 1.6A, or about 8 Watts, under normal operation.

Specifications and features include:

• Processor — AMD [email protected]
• Memory — 200-pin SODIMM socket for up to 512MB of system PC2700 DDR SDRAM
• Display controller:
  • CRT or LCD operation
  • CRT resolutions to 1600 x 1200
  • Flat panel resolutions to 1024 x 768
  • Color panels up to 18-bits/pixel
  • Backlight power supported
  • LVDS and parallel panel support
• Storage:
  • Socket for up to 1GB bootable DiskOnChip, 512K SRAM, or 1MB EPROM
  • Type I and II CompactFlash (CF) cards supported with up to 8GB industrial temperature devices
  • ATA-5 compatible controller with 66MBps transfers in UDMA mode
  • Floppy disk controller supports 1 or 2 drives
• I/O ports:
  • 10/100 Mbps Intel 82551ER PCI Ethernet controller
  • 10 serial ports
    • 2 x RS-232/422/485
    • 4 with TTL for onboard devices
    • 4 with RS-232 interface
  • Socket for 56kbps POTS modem, GPRS/CDMA cellular modem, and ZigBee modules
  • Bi-directional LPT port supports EPP/ECP
  • 48 bi-directional TTL digital I/O lines (WS16C48)
  • 4 x USB 2.0 ports
  • 2 x USB 1.1 ports
  • AT keyboard controller and PS/2 mouse
  • AC97 audio
  • 2 x interrupt controllers and 7 x DMA channels
  • Optional Trimble GPS receiver module
  • Optional 12-bit A/D converter, 8 SE/4DI channels
• Expansion:
  • MiniPCI connector for 802.11 wireless Ethernet
  • PC/104-Plus expansion connectors
• Dimensions — EBX form-factor, 5.75 x 8 inches (147 x 203mm)
• Power — +5V-only operation
• Operating temperature — -72 to 153 deg. F (-40 to 85 deg. C)
• OS support — Linux, Windows CE and XP embedded, or other x86-compatible RTOSes

Availability

Delivery is from stock to three weeks, priced at $700, according to the company.

WinSystems also offers a similar GX500-powered board in the EPIC form-factor, as well as a Celeron-based EBX board for M2M applications.

 
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