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Embedded multimedia computer supports Linux
Feb. 01, 2008

Taiwanese network-appliance system integrator AR Infotek has announced a multimedia embedded computer that runs Linux. Based on an Intel 915GM chipset, the Pipal 6002 includes a 2D/3D graphics accelerator that supports MPEG2, and is designed for digital signage, POS, and automation control.

The Pipal 6002 can be specified with an Intel Pentium M or Celeron M CPU clocked at up to 2GHz, says AR Infotek. The processor connects through Intel's 915GM northbridge to up to 1.5GB of DDR2 RAM via a front-side bus clocked at either 400MHz or 533MHz. The southbridge is Intel's ICH6-M part. Standard memory is 256MB.


Pipal 6002
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The system also includes an Intel GMCH integrated graphics controller with 64MB memory, supporting up to 1920 x 1440 resolution. A dual display capability with concurrent and simultaneous modes is optional.

The Pipal 6002 is equipped with a miniPCI expansion slot and a Compact Flash module, says AR Infotek, and it supports a 2.5-inch IDE or SATA hard drive. It includes a Fast Ethernet port, two standard external USB ports (expandable to eight), five external serial ports (expandable to 10), as well as A/V and additional I/O. The Pipal 6002 boasts an optional wake-on-LAN feature that enables users to update the system via the Internet.

The Pipal 6002 is designed for lower power usage, says the company, and uses a fan that is said to provide low rotation speed and low noise. The chassis can be deployed on a table stand or in a 19-inch rack mount. The system supports Linux, as well as Windows XP, 2000, XP Embedded, and CE.

Pipal 6002

The following are the specifications for the Pipal 6002:
  • Processor -- supports Intel Pentium M / Celeron M with 479 pin package, FSB 400/533MHz
  • Chipsets -- Intel 915GME northbridge and ICH-6M southbridge; ITE8712 & Winbond W83697UF LPC IO super I/O chipset
  • BIOS -- Phoenix/Award PnP 4Mbit upgrade Flash ROM BIOS; ACPI supports suspend to RAM and USB wake up
  • Memory -- 256MB DDR-II SODIMM socket (expandable to 1.5GB)
  • PCI interface -- 1 x miniPCI
  • Compact Flash -- supports 1 x socket under secondary master device
  • Display -- Intel GMCH integrated graphics controller with 64MB memory; supports analog display with 350Mhz integrated 24-bit RAMDAC, up to 1920 x 1440 resolution @ 60Hz; 1 x VGA port
  • Dual display mode (optional) -- dual channel LVDS supports concurrent and simultaneous display with SXGA+ (1400 x1 050@60HZ ) panel or CRT-plus-LVDS or CRT-plus-DVI
  • Audio -- 3 x ports including line-in-L, line-in-R, and speaker connector with 2 W amplification
  • IDE interface -- 1x channel supporting two enhanced IDE devices with 2.0mm 44 pin connector; 1 x channel SATA interface connector
  • Ethernet -- Realtek RTL8100C 10/100 Mbps LAN controller; externally shielded RJ-45 modular jacks with LED indicators; wake-on-LAN feature (optional)
  • USB -- 2 x external USB 2.0 ports, plus up to 6 x more (four with external connectors and two with pin headers)
  • Serial -- 5 x external 16550 fast UART serial ports with 12V/5V Power, and 5 x more with 2 x 5 pin headers
  • Internal I/O -- VGA, keyboard/mouse pin header interface; 18-bit LVDS LCD interface
  • Hardware monitoring -- ITE8712 supports 7-voltage, 3-temperature, and 2-fan-speed controls
  • Watchdog timer -- software programmable with 1sec/minute timeout intervals ranging from 1 to 255 seconds/minutes
  • Real-time clock -- 256 bytes CMOS RAM built into ICH6 chipset, backed up by non-rechargeable Lithium cell battery
  • PIO -- 1 x port with DB-25 connector
  • Power -- 12V
  • Cooling -- 4cm Maglev low speed fan
  • Temperature range -- 32 to 104 degrees F (0 to 40 degrees C)
  • Relative humidity -- 10- to 80 percent (non-condensing)
  • Dimensions -- 10.8 x 5.9 x 2.6 inches (275 x 150 x 66 mm)
  • Operating systems -- Linux and Windows XP, 2000, XP Embedded, and CE
Availability

No information was provided on the pricing or availability of the Pipal 6002. More information on the product is available here.



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