offered by Windows XP Embedded Service Pack 1 (SP1).

According to Arcom, key features offered by the new XP Embedded OS image include the .NET Framework, several security updates, and support for IPv6. Support for the .NET Framework enables web-based applications, XML Web services, and stand-alone applications built upon the Common Language Runtime (CLR) and the .NET Framework class library. IPv6 support now provides longer IP addresses, better routing capabilities, and more integrated security, the company said.

Arcom's Olympus SBC is said to be compatible with the industry standard EBX form-factor (5.75 x 8 inch). It supports various Socket370 processors including the Intel Celeron and Pentium III processors up to 1GHz (133MHz FSB), and also offers high performance S3 ProSavage graphics, 10/100baseTx Ethernet, four serial ports, and expansion via a PCI slot, CompactFlash socket and industry standard PC/104 modules. A larger photo of the Olympus board is available here.

The Olympus Windows XP Embedded Development Kit includes the Olympus SBC fitted with a 1GHz Intel Pentium III CPU (other options available), 256Mbytes PC133 SDRAM, 512MB CompactFlash card (loaded with a licensed copy of XP Embedded), PSU, serial and Ethernet cable sets, DVI interface board, Quickstart Manual, and the Development Kit Utility CD. A 6.5-inch NEC VGA TFT color display, analog touchscreen, and touchscreen controller are available as an extra-cost option, Arcom said.