PCM-3350 Geode™ GX1-300 PC/104 Module Brings Fanless, High Performance Operation to its Product Class

Advantech is introducing a powerful new Geode™ GX1-300 PC/104 CPU card. The PCM-3350, with its GX1-300 onboard processor and low power, fanless performance, represents Advantech's next generation of high speed, low power PC/104 family of products. The stable Geode processor, onchip PCI VGA for VGA and TFT LCD support, and rock solid Intel® 82559 High performance Ethernet chip, provide amazing power and functionality. The ability to stack a full range of PC/104 modules such as sound, PCMCIA, GPS, additional LAN, plus many others, greatly expands the range of applications.

The PCM-3350 is of course great for rugged industrial applications typically associated with PC/104 boards, but with such a powerful processor/system chipset, it is also great for applications such as medical equipment, small Internet appliances and other embedded controllers. Think of the PCM-3350 as a super small desktop computer, ready to go where you need it.

GX1-300 Processor Strong on any Platform

Many gains were made by utilizing the Geode™ GX1 processor. The GX1 processor provides the lowest power consumption and high-speed performance for any x86 processor at these performance levels. These processors also support most popular web plug-ins and leverages existing software and hardware investments. The GX1 processor brings 0.18-micron technology to the Advantech PC/104 line and allows users to enjoy the added speed and efficiency 0.18-micron technology has to offer.

Super Small Versatile Performer

The PCM-3350 has all the power and features indicative of larger CPU control boards, but checks in at the standard PC/104 size of 96 mm x 90 mm! It is the perfect 586-level upgrade for our PCM-3346 486 DX66 CPU module. Because it retains the exact same pin layout configuration, it can quickly plug in to any existing PCM-3346 application. It has 256 KB Flash memory, a 144-pin SODIMM socket which can accept up to 128 MB SDRAM, and support for up to two EIDE devices with BIOS auto-detect, PIO Mode 3 or Mode 4 transfer, Ultra DMA33 mode (ATA-4) up to 33 MB/sec. The PCM-3350 supports up to two FDDs plus one serial RS-232 port and one RS-232/422/485 port. There are two USB 1.0 compliant ports, one parallel port and a mini-DIN connector that supports a standard PS/2 keyboard and mouse. There is a CompactFlash™ socket that can act as an emulated hard drive as well. An 18-bit TFT LCD panel is supported with flat panel display resolution up to 1024 x 768 @ 18 bpp. Non-interlaced CRT monitor resolutions up to 1024 x 768 @ 24 bpp are also supported. Along with APM 1.1 power management, an infrared port and watchdog timer support, the PCM-3350 has all the features that make it a full-featured performer in any computer class.

Summary of Features and Specifications of the PCM-3350

• CPU: Embedded Low power NS Geode GX1-300 MHz processor

• Chipset: NS CS5530

• BIOS: AWARD 256 KB Flash memory

• System memory: One 144-pin SODIMM socket accepts up to 128 MB SDRAM

• Enhanced IDE interface: Supports up to two EIDE devices. BIOS auto-detect, PIO Mode 3 or Mode 4 transfer, Ultra DMA33 mode (ATA-4) up to 33 MB/sec

• FDD interface: Supports up to two FDDs/ 2.5" FDD

• Serial ports: One serial RS-232 port, one serial RS-232/422/485 port

• Parallel port: One parallel port, supports SPP/EPP/ECP mode

• Infrared port: Shared with COM 2. Transfer rate up to 115 kbps

• Keyboard/mouse connector: Mini-DIN connector supports standard PS/2 keyboard and mouse

• Watchdog timer: 1.6 sec. intervalsl/VGA Interface

• Display memory: 1 ~ 4 MB share memory, set in BIOS

• Display type: Supports CRT and TFT LCDs. Able to display both CRT and flat panel simultaneously

• Flat-panel display mode: Panel resolution supports up to 1024 x 768 @ 18 bpp. Supports 18-bit TFT LCD panel

• CRT display mode: Non-interlaced CRT monitor resolutions up to 1024 x 768 @ 24 bpp

• Ethernet Chipset: Intel 82559 ER

• Ethernet interface: PCI 10/100 Mbps Ethernet. IEEE 802.3 U protocol compatible

• Connection: On-board 2 x 5 2.0 mm connector

• I/O address switchless setting

• Built-in boot ROM

• Supports CompactFlash™ cards

• Dimensions: (L x W): 96 mm x 90 mm (3.77" x 3.54")

• Weight: .11 kg (.24 lb)

• Operating temperature: 0° ~ 60° C (32 ~ 140° F)

• Storage temperature: -40° ~ 85° C (-40 ~ 185° F)

• Operating humidity: 0% to 95% relative humidity, noncondensing

• Power supply voltage: + 5 V ± 5 %

• Power requirements: 2.0 A + 5 V, Max w/GX1-300 MHz CPU & 64 MB

Contact Advantech Today

The PCM-3350 will be available in April. Contact Advantech about the PCM-3350 PC/104 CPU module or any other embedded solutions today or get in touch with your local Advantech representative to find out more. You can also send us an e-mail to epc@advantech.com.tw to get more information.

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