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System Controller

The CP301 is a low-power, high-performance Mobile Pentium III-based 3U CompactPCI system controller, and is ideally suited for applications that donıt require a monitor, keyboard, or mouse, or for space-limited applications that demand a perfect fit. The controller, with its innovative design incorporating the small form factor, passive cooling, and soldered SDRAM (supporting ECC), is also ideal for harsh environments requiring resilience to shock and vibration.

The controller utilizes the industry-recognized 440BX chipset and offers a new, selectable processor performance range of 400 to 700 MHz. The Intel CPUs and chipset are part of the Intel embedded road map, promising up to five-year availability. The device also offers 64-bit PCI, fast Ethernet, and standard PC interfaces, including optional support for M-Systemsı DiskOnChip (up to 288 MB) PMC expansion, integrated 2.5ı" HD/flash memory drive, and a rear I/O version with selectable transition modules. The controllerıs broad operating support includes Windows NT Embedded, VxWorks, QNX, and Linux.

System memory may be expanded to 384 MB with an optional 256-MB SODIMM, and the controller may be configured for remote boot via LAN using either DHCP or BOOTP protocols. The 400-MHz version offers typical power consumption as low as 12.5 W and is available in E2 (ı40ı to 85ıC) temperature range.

The CP301 starts at $2550 (5OO-MHz CP301 equipped with 128 MB of SDRAM).

PEP Modular Computers, Inc.
(412) 921-3322
Fax: (412) 921-3356
www.pep.com

05-01

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