Fanless PC/104 SBC runs Linux on Geode LX
Aug 25, 2006 — by LinuxDevices Staff — from the LinuxDevices Archive — 41 viewsAewin is shipping a “feature rich” PC/104-Plus SBC (single-board computer) based on an AMD Geode LX800 processor. The PM-6100 runs fanless at 500 MHz, integrates an extensive set of onboard peripheral controllers, and targets space-constrained, high-performance, low-power industrial and embedded applications, according to… the company.
The module, one of the first PC/104 modules to sport a Geode LX800, extends beyond the normal PC/104 form-factor on its sides, enabling it to accommodate the many input/output connections along with the processor's broad heat sink and required silicon components.
Aewin lists the following key features and specifications for the PM-6100:
- Processor — AMD Geode LX800 clocked at 500 MHz
- Chipset — AMD CS5536
- Memory — One SODIMM socket supports up to 1 GB DDR RAM
- Display:
- max. resolution — 1920 x 1440, 32-bit color
- shared video memory — 2 to 254 MB
- supports 18- or 24-bit TTL LCD
- dual simultaneous display mode at 1024 x 768
- Storage:
- UltraATA-66 advanced IDE
- 50-pin CompactFlash socket
- I/O ports:
- 2 10/100 Ethernet
- 4 USB 2.0
- 2 serial — 1 RS232, 1 RS232/422/485
- IrDA 1.0, 115 Kbps
- PS/2 keyboard and mouse
- parallel port
- optional audio module with AC97 codec, mic in and speaker out ports
- Expansion — standard PC/104-Plus stackthrough connectors (PCI and ISA buses)
- Power — 11 W maximum, 5 V at 2.2 amps
The PM-6100 appears to fully support Linux 2.6, and is also supported with beta 2.4 support
Sample quantities of the PM-6100 are currently available, according to Aewin. No word on pricing or production quantity availability.
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