The Abaco Systems / SBS CT9PB4A1AAGC is a CompactPCI (cPCI) Single Board Computer engineered for deployment in rugged, mission-critical environments. Built with hot-swap capability compliant with PICMG 2.1, this SBC enables board removal and insertion during live system operation—essential for high-availability applications demanding minimal downtime.
Technical Specifications
Processor: Intel Pentium M, operating up to 1.8 GHz, selected for low power consumption and elimination of onboard ventilation requirements.
Memory: Up to 1 GB SDRAM with ECC support.
Form Factor: CompactPCI (cPCI) single board configuration. Related CT series products span 6U and 3U implementations.
Temperature Range: Extended operation from -40°C to +85°C.
– Key Features
• Hot-swap operation per PICMG 2.1 standard for continuous availability
• Low-power Pentium M processor eliminates fan cooling requirements
• Conduction cooling options (VITA 30.1-2001 and ANSI/VITA 20-2001 compliant)
• Stiffener bars and wedge locks for enhanced shock and vibration immunity
• Optional conformal coating for environmental protection
• ECC memory support for data integrity in critical applications
– Interfaces
10/100BaseT and Gigabit Ethernet connectivity options support diverse network architectures. Serial I/O, EIDE, serial ATA, and VGA/LCD controller interfaces provide flexible peripheral integration. SCSI and flash storage interfaces available on related configurations.
– Typical Applications
The CT9PB4A1AAGC serves telecommunications infrastructure, avionics, military systems, industrial control, and other demanding sectors where equipment operates in harsh conditions and system uptime is non-negotiable. The extended temperature range and ruggedization features make it suitable for outdoor installations and extreme environment deployments.
– Compatibility & Integration
Full CompactPCI compliance ensures interoperability within cPCI chassis and backplane ecosystems. The Pentium M architecture supports standard x86 operating systems and development toolchains, simplifying integration into existing platforms.
