and embedded applications.

(Click for larger view of the PL-01030)

The PL-01030 is based on a 500MHz Geode LX800 processor, along with AMD's CS5536 companion chip (northbridge) and WinBond's 83627HG super-I/O chip (southbridge). A single SODIMM socket supports up to 1GB of DDR, clocked up to 400MHz.

Touted features and specs include:

• Processor -- 500MHz AMD Geode LX800
  
• Chipset -- Geode CS5536 and WinBond 83627HG
  
• Memory -- one DDR SODIMM socket, for up to 1GB
  
• Display:
  • Built-in AMD Geode LX800 graphics controller; shares 2 to 254MB of system memory
    
  • 25-pin VGA port
    
  • 24-bit TFT LCD interface
    
  • Optional LVDS (low-voltage differential signaling) kit; supports 18-bit color
• Storage:
  • Mounting kit for one 2.5-inch drive
    
  • CompactFlash type II socket
• I/O ports:
  • 2 x Intel 82551ER or 2 x Realtek 8139CL+ Ethernet controllers
    
  • 4 x RS232 (RS422/485 is optional for COM 2)
    
  • 4 x USB 2.0 host ports
    
  • Parallel printer port
    
  • Audio I/O
• Expansion -- Optional PC/104 connector (no ISA bus master, 8-bit I/O)
  
• Dimensions -- 8.6 x 5.2 x 2 inches (218 x 132 x 51mm)
  
• Power -- +5V DC input, at 12W (typical)
  

The PL-01030 supports Windows XP/XPe and Windows CE, according to the company. Linux 2.6 and newer kernels are also supported.

Availability

The PL-01030 is available with a choice of Intel or Realtek LANs, priced in single units around $390 (depending on Ethernet chip selection).

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