Niestetal - Embedded applications require an operating system that is both solid and dependable, as well as storage space efficient. Linux offers a cost-efficient option with special features: Due to the open code, Linux systems can be modified to meet individual needs. Now available from SMA, a custom Embedded Linux version for the Pentium M CPU7.2.
SMA’s Embedded Linux is based on a standard Vanilla Kernel,version 2.6.11. The libraries come from the current Slackware Linux version 10.1.
SMA provides this operating system already installed on the CompactFlash and completely configured for the special system of the CPU7.2 including all periphery cards. This basic version with drivers for the CCAN4 and CSER8 requires only 24 MByte storage space on the CompactFlash card as well as 19 MByte RAM while in operation (without application software).Linux is compatible with current hardware components. SMA Embedded Linux supports Firewire and USB ports in Hot Plug’n Play mode.
Full Secure-Shell-Support (SSH) provides reliability during remote computer use as well as during data transfer. In short, SMA’s Embedded Linux is a perfect solution for applications without a graphic user-interface – it provides state-of-the-art software technology without licence charges and at the same time offers a maximum of modification capabilities.
Hardware
The CPU7.2 with Pentium M processor (600 MHz up to 1.8 GHz) is available in two basic versions. The CPU7.2C offers CompactFlash, Gigabit Ethernet, powerful graphics, two USB ports, and up to 1 GByte RAM on a 4 HP eurocard.
The 8 HP CPU7.2M has an additional Ethernet port, FRAM for permanent storage of critical system data (Critical System Data Mirror), stereo/audio features as well as two serial interfaces.
Both modules can be enhanced using a selection of Rear I/O modules giving the system additional mass storage, a hot-swap-capable CompactFlash slot, mouse/keyboard connection, VGA, LPT, and further serial interfaces.The CompactMAX CPU7.2 is available starting at $1,800.Visit www.sma-america.com/index.aspx .