The WinSystems PCM-CFLASH2-40-0 is a CompactFlash to PC/104 adapter module that integrates solid-state storage directly into PC/104 embedded systems via standard IDE connectivity. This 3.6″ × 3.8″ module draws +5V exclusively from the PC/104 bus—requiring no address, data, or control signal lines—and accommodates Type I and Type II CompactFlash cards, IBM Microdrives, both 3.3V and 5V media, and master/slave drive configurations.
Technical Specifications
• Dimensions: 3.6″ × 3.8″ (90mm × 96mm)
• PC/104 Bus Interface: 8-bit and 16-bit compatible; +5V power draw only
• Power Requirements: +5V from PC/104 bus
• CompactFlash Card Support: 3.3V and 5V cards; Type I and Type II; IBM Microdrives
• IDE Connectors: Two 40-pin, 0.100″ grid keyed connectors (PCM-CFLASH-2-40); 50-pin 2mm CompactFlash connector
• IDE Operation Mode: True IDE Mode—no special drivers or Flash file systems required
– Key Features
• Master/Slave capability for multiple drive configurations: standalone, master to slave PCM-CFLASH-2, or secondary to another PCM-CFLASH-2 or IDE hard disk
• Hot-swap protection circuit: automatically removes power from specific Vcc pins if card is not fully inserted or removed under power
• Dual IDE connectors on opposite module sides enable flexible cable routing
• Red LED status indicator for data transfer visibility
• Pre-mounted 0.6-inch spacers and hardware for PC/104 stack integration
• Keyed IDE connectors prevent incorrect cable insertion
– Typical Applications
Industrial automation, transportation, and military systems requiring ruggedized, non-volatile storage in embedded environments.
– Compatibility & Integration
Full compatibility with DOS, Windows, Linux, QNX, and all operating systems supporting standard IDE/ATA interfaces. The onboard CompactFlash controller manages interface protocols, ECC, defect handling, diagnostics, power management, and clock control independently.
