The VersaLogic VL-586-1 is an industrial single-board computer built around the AMD 5×86 processor running at 133 MHz with Pentium 75 equivalent performance. This STD 32 compatible CPU card delivers embedded computing in a compact form factor with extensive I/O connectivity, non-volatile storage options, and industrial-grade reliability features suitable for harsh operating environments.
Technical Specifications
Processor & Memory
• AMD 5×86, 133 MHz with 16 KB write-back cache
• 33 MHz local bus
• Convection cooled, 3.3V operation
• System RAM: 4 MB, 8 MB, 16 MB, 32 MB, or 64 MB via single 72-pin SO DIMM socket
• Supports standard and EDO memory modules (3.3V and 5V compatible)
• 512 KB battery-backed static RAM for non-volatile data
• Optional 2.5 MB on-board Flash capacity
Bus Architecture & Expansion
• STD 32 compatible with 8/16-bit data bus
• Multiple bus master support
• PC/104-Plus expansion site for stacking PC/104 and 32-bit, 33 MHz PCI modules
I/O Interfaces
• 2 COM ports (COM2 selectable for RS-232, RS-422, or RS-485)
• 1 LPT port with Bidirectional, EPP, and ECP modes
• Floppy interface (34-pin 0.1″ header)
• PCI-based IDE interface (modes 1–4)
Industrial Features
• Watchdog timer/reset circuit
• Real-time clock with CMOS RAM
• Three 8254-type counter/timers
• Keyboard controller and interrupt/DMA controllers (PC-AT compatible)
Operating Environment
• Ambient temperature: 0°C to 60°C
• Storage temperature: -40°C to +85°C
– Key Features
• Pentium-class performance in a compact industrial package
• Flexible RAM configuration up to 64 MB with EDO support
• Selectable serial protocols (RS-232/422/485) for diverse connectivity needs
• Battery-backed RAM plus optional solid-state Flash disk capability
• Multiple timer/counter resources for precision timing applications
• STD 32 and PC/104-Plus compatibility for modular expansion
– Typical Applications
Data acquisition systems, industrial controllers, embedded instrumentation, field-mounted processing units, and standalone computing solutions requiring fanless convection cooling.
– Compatibility & Integration
The VL-586-1 integrates into STD 32 bus backplanes and PC/104-Plus stacks, supporting both legacy 8/16-bit modules and modern 32-bit PCI peripherals. Serial port flexibility accommodates multi-drop sensor networks and point-to-point RS-232 links. IDE and floppy interfaces enable local storage without external disk subsystems.
