The Abaco Systems VMIVME-7698-345 is a single-slot VME/VME64 single-board computer built around an Intel Celeron processor up to 366 MHz. It delivers 32-bit addressing with a 64-bit data bus, dual-ported DRAM to the VMEbus, and comprehensive I/O for control, data acquisition, and communication in industrial and embedded systems operating across extended temperature ranges.
Technical Specifications
Processor
• Intel Celeron with MMX technology, up to 366 MHz
• 32-bit addressing, 64-bit data bus
• Superscalar architecture: three instructions per clock cycle
• Dynamic branch prediction
• 128 Kbyte L2 cache at processor clock frequency
• Separate instruction and data caches
Memory
• One 144-pin SDRAM SODIMM, maximum 256 Mbyte
• 32 Kbyte battery-backed SRAM
• Up to 512 Mbyte IDE CompactFlash (optional)
• Dual-ported DRAM to VMEbus
Graphics & Video
• 64-bit Intel AGP SVGA controller
• 2 Mbyte SGRAM
Storage
• Ultra DMA/33 hard drive controller
• Floppy drive controller
• Flash mass storage with intelligent ATA (IDE) interface
Networking & Serial
• Fast Ethernet: 10BaseT and 100BaseTX
• Two 16550-compatible serial ports
• PS/2-style keyboard and mouse connector
VMEbus Interface
• VME64 modes: A32/A24/D32/D16/D08(EO)/MBLT64/BLT32
• VMEbus interrupt handler, interrupter, and system controller
• Byte-swapping hardware for little-endian and big-endian operation
• Enhanced bus error handling
• P2 I/O via PMC expansion site
Timers
• Three programmable 16-bit timers (82C54 compatible)
• Software programmable, mapped in I/O space
– Key Features
• Passive heat sink design with no moving parts
• Reprogrammable flash-based system and video BIOS
• PMC and PC•MIP expansion sites
• Rugged construction meets MIL-STD-810G
• Operating temperature: -40°C to +85°C
• Single 3U VME form factor
– Typical Applications
Real-time control, multiprocessor systems, data logging, communications gateways, and embedded diagnostics in military, aerospace, and industrial environments.
– Compatibility & Integration
Fully VME64 compliant with standard P1/P2 connectors. Supports legacy and modern peripheral interfaces including IDE, Fast Ethernet, and serial devices.
