Win Enterprises Inc. is shipping a new ETX form-factor embedded computer module based on a 500 MHz Geode LX800 processor. The MB-07302 integrates up to 1GB of onboard RAM, along with graphics, networking, and numerous peripheral interfaces into a 4.5 x 3.7 inch component-like module.

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Win notes that the MB-07302, like all ETX modules, is designed to attach to application-specific carrier boards, enabling manufacturers to rapidly develop equipment, and to substitute varying processor modules as the need arises. The company also offers a ready-to-use carrier board, the 5.25-inch form-factor IP-09026 (shown below), to expedite evaluation, prototyping, and development associated with the MB-07302 processor module.

Key features and specs of the MB-07302, according to Win, include:

• Core functions:
  • AMD Geode LX800 processor, clocked at 500 MHz
  • AMD Geode CS5536 companion chip
  • WinBond 83627HG super-I/O
• Memory — 200 pin DDR SO-DIMM socket, for up to 1 GB
• Graphics:
  • Video controller is within the CS5536
  • Uses up to 254MB shared memory
  • Supports 18bit TFT or 24bit LVDS panel
  • Supports up to 1920 x 1440 32bpp
• TV-Out interface; supports NTSC, PAL, HDTV
• Other input/output ports:
  • 10/100Mbps Ethernet
  • Ultra ATA-66 IDE
  • AC97 2.3 compliant audio codec
  • PS/2 keyboard/mouse ports
  • 4 x USB 2.0
  • Bi-directional parallel port; reconfigurable to floppy interface
  • 2 x serial port
  • IR interface; 115Kps, IrDA 1.0 compliant
• Expansion buses:
  • PCI bus
  • ISA bus
• Onboard 50-pin CompactFlash Type II socket
• Power input — 5VDC at 6.5W, max.
• Operating temp. — 32 to 140 degrees F (0 to 60 C)
• Dimensions — ETX form-factor; 4.5 x 3.7 inches (114 x 9.4 mm)

According to Win, AMD supports the Geode processor and its companion chip with drivers for the Linux 2.6.11 kernel, and with beta-level drivers for the 2.4.24 kernel. Additionally, Win says it has performed compatibility tests of the MB-07302 module with a 2.6.11 Linux kernel, and with a 2.4-based DSL (Damn Small Linux) kernel.

Evaluation baseboard
The MB-07302 module's companion IP-09026 baseboard is built in shape of an ETX SBC (single-board computer), and includes ready-to-use connectors for analog VGA, dual LVDS, USB 2.0, IDE, IrDA, LPT, quad-serial, audio, 10/100Mbps Ethernet, plus a PCI expansion bus, according to the company.

The MB-07302 ETX module is priced at $269 and the IP-09026 carrier board is $130, in single units, with quantity discounts available.

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