New 300MHz PC 104-Plus CPU Module with Dual LAN for Rugged and Extended Temperature Applications

Released on: June 25, 2008, 10:51 am

Press Release Author: Aaron Kirchhofer / Tri-M Engineering

Industry: Computers

Press Release Summary: The VSX104+ is a rugged 300MHz CPU module with robust
features such as a jumperless design, extended temperature (-40 to +85C) operation,
and soldered 128MB DDR2 RAM. The VSX104+ features four COM, two USB2.0, and two
10/100 LAN ports with power consumption at 2.5 Watts.

Press Release Body: Port Coquitlam, BC - June 25, 2008 -Tri-M Engineering announces
a rugged, 300MHz CPU module designed to complement their existing PC/104 product
line. The VSX104+ is a fanless, design featuring a complement of robust features
such as extended temperature operation and soldered DDR2 RAM integrated in a small,
low power package. The VSX104+ is RoHS compliant and conforms to the PC/104plus form
factor which allows users to easily add a wide-range of low-cost I/O options.

The VSX104+'s 300MHz DM&P Vortex86SX System-on-Chip (SoC) is a high performance and
fully static 32-bit X86 processor designed to work with embedded operating systems
including Windows®CE, Linux, DOS, and most popuar 32-bit RTOS. Standard features of
the VSX104+ include 128MB soldered on DDR2 RAM, four COM ports, two USB2.0 ports and
dual 10/100 Ethernet port. In addition to 2MB onboard SPI Flash (floppy emulation),
the VSX104+ includes both a Type I CompactFlashT socket as well as a microSD socket.
System expansion is supported by the PC/104plus interface. "The VSX104+ is a logical
addition to our line-up of rugged control modules" says Tri-M President and CEO,
Doug Stead. "Its dual 10/100 Ethernet makes it ideal for applications such as a
rugged mobile router or data collector."

The VSX104+ is a compact design measuring 3.55" x 3.775" x 0.9" and has an operating
temperature of -40º to +85ºC. Single +5VDC power is supplied through the PC/104 bus
or 2-position screw terminal and total power consumption is 2.5 Watts. The VSX104+
is available from stock and is priced at $279 at quantity 100. For additional
information contact Tri-M Engineering at (604)-945-9565 or info@tri-m.com, or visit
the on-line catalog at www.tri-m.com .

Features:

Onboard 300MHz Vortex86SX SoC
Dual 10/100 LAN
4 Serial, 2 USB 2.0
Fanless
Extended Temperature Operation
Onboard, soldered DDR2 RAM
Type I CompactFlashT and microSD
RoHS compliant


For more information about the VSX104+
http://www.tri-m.com/products/engineering/vsx104+.html


About Tri-M Engineering

Tri-M Engineering is an innovative and leading company in the embedded systems
field, specializing in the design and manufacture of DC to DC power supplies, CPU
modules, enclosures, I/O modules, GPS products, and development boards. Many or
Tri-M Engineering's products are designed to withstand higher temperature ranges,
shock, vibration, moisture, dust and electrical noise and can be found in many
industries including industrial control, military, aerospace, alternative energy,.
homeland security and gaming. Tri-M Engineering distributes its products through its
sister company, Tri-M Systems, as well as a worldwide distribution network. For more
information visit www.tri-m.com.

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Web Site: http://www.tri-m.com/products/engineering/vsx104+.html

Contact Details: Tri-M Engineering
100 - 1407 Kebet Way
Port Coquitlam, BC
Canada, V3C-6L3
ph: 604-945-9565
fax: 604-945-9566

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