Board-maker WIN Enterprises Inc. has announced a CPU module in the ETX form-factor, with support for Linux, Windows XP Embedded, and Windows CE. Target markets for the compact (4.5 x 3.7-inch) “MB-09014” board include medical imaging/monitoring, kiosk/POS, gaming, industrial control, and security monitoring, according… to the company.

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The MB-09014 is based on a 600 MHz Intel Celeron microprocessor and is equipped with up to 1 GB of SODIMM-resident DDR RAM, a graphics port compatible with both CRTs and LCDs, a 10/100 Mbps Ethernet port, and AC 97 Audio. Other on-board features include:

• An Award 512K flash BIOS
• Four USB 2.0 ports
• Dual RS232 serial ports
• Bidirectional parallel port
• IrDA-compatible infrared interface
• Keyboard/mouse interface

The module also provides voltage and temperature monitoring, a watchdog timer with software-selectable timeout interval, and an expansion interface (on its under-side) for ISA and PCI bus devices. It has a 0 to 60 degree C operating temperature range and draws a maximum of 6A from a 5V power supply.

ETX modules plug into custom baseboards that contain additional system functions and I/O connectors required by the specific application. The ETX specification defines a set of connectors, located on the bottom of the modules, that implement various system and peripheral interface signals.

The MB-09014 is available now, priced at $276 in single-unit quantities, according to the company.

 
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