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Atom based embedded computers

Amplicon has launched the Impact-E 30 series of Atom based embedded computers adding to its existing Industrial PC range. The Impact-E 30 series are next generation embedded computer systems that utilise the Atom N270 processor to achieve high performance at low power consumption – typically around 11W with Windows XP Professional installed. With such low power requirements, it is feasible to power these systems from a solar panel or battery. The other key feature facilitated by an Atom processor is the wide -20 to +50°C operating temperature, making in-vehicle and roadside or trackside applications a possibility. Impact-E 30 has a PCI expansion slot and Impact-E 35 has a PCI Express expansion slot allowing 3rd party cards to be added to the system. Both products have a rugged fanless design with dual Gigabit LAN, 4 x RS232, 2 x RS232/422/485 selectable and 6 x USB 2.0 ports. The units also have dual video output with 1 x VGA and 1 x DVI-D as well as 8 x digital I/O lines onboard. The system can be employed in power monitoring and digital signage applications.