The X-ES XChange1004 is a 6U CompactPCI dual PrPMC carrier card that integrates two processor mezzanine modules into a cPCI backplane while delivering switched Ethernet connectivity across the fabric. Built to PICMG 2.16 specification, this card combines high-speed PCI-X interfaces with dual Gigabit Ethernet ports, enabling modular processor expansion and network isolation in industrial and embedded computing deployments. The XChange1004 supports both system and peripheral slot operation with automatic detection, hot-swap capability, and onboard IPMI satellite management.
Technical Specifications
• Form Factor: 6U CompactPCI
• PCI Interface: 100 MHz PCI-X (cPCI and local bus)
• PrPMC Slots: Dual (2) slots
• Ethernet Ports: 2 × 10/100/1000 Mbps Gigabit Ethernet (backplane, PICMG 2.16 compliant)
• Backplane Interface: PICMG 2.16 Switched Ethernet
• Management: IPMI satellite management controller
• PCI Bridge Modes: Transparent (system slot); Non-transparent with address and electrical isolation (peripheral slot)
• Slot Detection: Autosense for system/peripheral configuration
• Hot Swap: PICMG 2.1 compliant
– Key Features
• Accommodates standard PrPMC modules for flexible processing expansion
• Dual Gigabit Ethernet integration via switched backplane fabric
• Automatic slot mode detection eliminates manual configuration
• IPMI-based management for distributed system control
• Address and electrical isolation in peripheral slot operation
• Wind River VxWorks and Linux board support packages available
– Typical Applications
• Multi-processor systems requiring modular architecture
• Industrial embedded computing with network isolation requirements
• Real-time systems leveraging PrPMC acceleration modules
• Distributed cPCI chassis deployments with switched fabric networking
– Compatibility & Integration
Fully compliant with PICMG 2.0, 2.1, 2.3, 2.9, and 2.16 standards. Accepts all standard PrPMC modules. Operates transparently in cPCI system slots and supports non-transparent bridging in peripheral slots.
Product Status: End of Life (EOL). Contact X-ES Sales for replacement options.
