System Fits Unconstrained Thermal Environments

Axiomtek has introduced the wide-temperature rBOX200 Din-rail fanless embedded system for solutions used in unconstrained thermal environments. These could include power-plant automation, facility-monitoring systems, manufacturing automation or transportation systems. The rBOX200 comes with a low-power AMD LX800 processor with extended temperature range of -40 to 70C. Its eight-in/out DIO port provides users with the digital devices connection and its redundant Ethernet connections provide greater availability and reliability.

With its built-in VGA output interface, the rBOX200 is suitable for use with SCADA systems. Multiple built-in serial ports and USB 2.0 ports enable fast data computation and acquisition. To streamline implementation of management applications, Axiomtek has launched the Axview monitoring software package for customers to build their own management systems easily and quickly. The unit is housed in a compact, IP30-protected, industrial-strength aluminum case (81 x 110 x 135mm). Based on SNMP protocols, Axview makes it easy for system administrators to manage and monitor remote computers.

Axview also contains a variety of management utilities, agent services and libraries. To fulfill different application needs, the rBOX200 comes with complete expandability, including two RS-232/422/485 ports, two 10/100Mbps Ethernet LANs, two USB 2.0 ports, one DIO port (8 IN/OUT), one VGA output and one Compactflash socket. The rugged device comes equipped with a 12-48V DC redundant power input via a terminal block. Its super-compact size with DIN-rail mounting allows for easy installation into control cabinets. Pre-installed with Linux, Windows CE 6.0 or Windows XP Embedded, the rBOX200 provides programmers with an environment for developing application software at a lower cost.

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