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ETX-EV133
User’s Manual
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Introduction
1.1
Description
ETX-EV133 is an ETX compatible module specially designed to facilitate speedy development of
semi custom designs. ETX is an open standard that targets the market for embedded OEM
projects. An ETX core combined with a custom made carrier board represents a value solution
that allows OEM customers to get to the market fast. ETX Core modules are also know as COM
(Computer on module) or as SOM (System on Module).
ETX-EV133 is based on the VIA’s Eden ESP processor combined with VIA Apollo PLE133T and
VT82C686B chipsets. The onboard SODIMM socket supports 144-pin SODIMM type memory
modules that can accommodates up to 512MB non-ECC SDRAM modules. VIA Eden Processor
is available in the range of 400 Mhz up to 1 Ghz.
The VIA VT82C686B Southbridge incorporates a PCI/ISA bridge, a VGA AGP controller, an EIDE
controller supporting both PIO and UDMA modes, USB ports v1.1, two serial ports, one parallel
port (SPP/ECP/EPP), one PS2 keyboard/mouse interface, AC97 audio interface and power
management functionallity.
Additonally onboard are an 10/100Base-T Ethernet port, watchdog timer, an AC97 Audio Codec
and support for LVDS based Flat Panel displays.
