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        Configurable automation computer has GigE ports

        Jonathan Angel | Date: Oct 12, 2007 | Comments: 1



        Advantech has added to its range of "embedded automation computers" with a Pentium-grade system that runs Windows XP Embedded. The UNO-2172 supports both PCI-104 and PC Card expansion, plus two gigabit Ethernet and four serial ports, according to the company.




        (Click here for a larger picture of the UNO-2172)

        Housed in a rugged aluminum enclosure with top-mounted heat sink, the UNO-2172 is offered with either a 1.5 GHz Celeron M processor or a 1.6 GHz Pentium M. Its standard memory complement is 1 GB of DDR2 SDRAM, and the device also includes 512 KB of battery-backed SRAM, Advantech said.

        As noted, the device has a PCI-104 expansion location, plus a PC Card slot that supports both 32-bit CardBus and 16-bit PCMCIA 2.1. In addition, there is an internal Type I/II CompactFlash slot and room for a 2.5-inch SATA-1 HDD, according to the company.


        Advantech's UNO-2172 boasts four serial ports

        The UNO-2172 offers four serial ports with DB-9 connectors, and two Gigabit Ethernet ports. Also said to be included, and less common on an automation-oriented computer, is a DVI interface that supports dual displays.

        Key features and specifications listed by Advantech include:
        • Processor -- 1.6 GHz Pentium M or 1.5 Celeron M
        • Memory -- 1 GB DDR2 SDRAM, 512 KB of battery-backed SRAM
        • Video -- DVI interface; supports DVI and VGA dual displays
        • Audio -- mic in, line in/out
        • Networking -- 2 x 10/100/100 Ethernet
        • Other I/O ports:
          • 2 x RS-232 serial ports
          • 2 x RS-232/422/485 serial ports
          • PS/2 for keyboard and mouse
          • 2 x USB 2.0
        • Expansion:
          • PCI-104 position
          • Type I/II CompactFlash slot
          • PC Card slot; supports 32-bit CardBus or 16-bit PCMCIA
          • SATA (1 x internal, 1 x external)
        • Power supply -- 9-36 VDC, 48-watt minimum
        • Dimensions -- 10 x 6 x 2.7 inches (255 x 152 x 69 mm)
        • Operating temperature -- -10-50 deg. C (14-122 deg. F)
        The UNO-2172 is offered with a pre-configured Windows XP Embedded image that includes optimized onboard drivers, the company said.

        The system appears to be available now, though pricing was not disclosed.



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