VersaLogic Cheetah EPM-32, Reference Manual

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EPM-32 Reference Manual
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Introduction
Description
The EPM-32 is a feature-packed processor board in a compact PC/104- Plus format. It is designed
for OEM control projects requiring fast processing, compact size, flexible memory options, and
designed-in reliability and longevity. Its features include:
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Intel Pentium M
®
1.0 to 1.8 GHz
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Up to 1 GB system RAM
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Intel 855GME / ICH4 chipset
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CompactFlash site
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10/100 Ethernet interface
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Intel Extreme Graphics 2
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Flat panel display support
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PC/104-Plus high-speed expansion site
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ATA100 IDE controller
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Two USB 2.0 ports
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TVS devices for ESD protection
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Audio
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Two COM ports and one LPT port
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CPU temperature sensor
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PS/2 keyboard and mouse ports
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Watchdog timer
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Vcc sensing reset circuit
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Field upgradeable BIOS with OEM
enhancements
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Latching I/O connectors
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Customizing available
The EPM-32 is a complete computer system in a compact two-board set. It may be used alone or
with expansion modules. It features a PC/104-
Plus expansion interface for fast PCI-based
interface to a wide variety of PC/104 (ISA) and PC/104- Plus (PCI) stacking modules.
The board is compatible with popular operating systems such as Windows, QNX, VxWorks and
Linux.
System memory expansion is supported with one high-reliability latching 200-pin SODIMM
sockets. Low power 2.5V 200-pin SODIMM modules up to 1 GB are available.
The EPM-32 features high reliability design and construction, including latching I/O connectors.
It also features a watchdog timer, voltage sensing reset circuits, and a self-resetting fuse on the
5V supply to the keyboard, mouse, and USB.
EPM-32 boards are subjected to 100% functional testing and are backed by a limited two-year
warranty.
Careful parts sourcing and US-based technical support ensure the highest possible quality,
reliability, service, and product longevity for this exceptional module.
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