UPS handles power fluctuations in CompactPCI systems.April 10, 2002 - ICP-UPS is designed for CompactPCI systems with Windows NT 4.0 or greater. It provides required power backup allowing operating system to shut down in controlled manner following power outage to maintain data integrity and ensure that next boot occurs without problems. Onboard control logic continually monitors supply line. Ni-Cd battery energizes application for up to 60 sec in the event of a power failure.
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Inova Computers Inc.
270 Communication Way, Bldg. 6
Hyannis, MA, 02601
USA
Inova Solves CompactPCI Power Problems
HYANNIS, MA., March 13, 2002 - Inova Computers offers an innovative solution for power fluctuations in CompactPCI systems - an uninterruptible power supply unit.
Inova's ICP-UPS is designed for use when the power source to a CompactPCI system is not stable or subject to fluctuation and the operating system is Microsoft's Windows NT 4.0 or greater. The ICP-UPS provides the required power backup allowing the operating system to shut down in a controlled manner following a power outage in order to maintain data integrity and ensure that the next system boot occurs without problems. The ICP-UPS can eliminate system crashes caused by power fluctuations. Applications for the ICP-UPS include Embedded Systems, Robotics, Industrial Control and semiconductor equipment, Automation, Telecommunication, Traffic and Transportation, Energy Management.
Inova's ICP-UPS is more than just a battery; onboard control logic continually monitors the supply line to check for fluctuations, enters a charge state or even standby mode of operation. A high capacity Ni-Cd battery energizes the application for up to 60 seconds (typical) in the event of power failure resulting from brownouts or power-off actions.
Power fail warning is given to the CPU via a handshake line on the CompactPCI backplane or the front panel D-Sub connector. If the operating system is programmed to expect signals from the UPS, then a safe power down (or other event) of Windows NT can be initiated.
Once the on-board Ni-Cd battery has been used for the designated purpose, the next time the CompactPCI system is powered up the UPS enters a charge state and needs to have sufficient charge before being ready for duty again. The Memory Effect associated with Ni-Cd batteries does not appear in the ICP-UPS as the battery is never trickle-charged for long periods.
Because the width of the ICP-UPS occupies two slots on a CompactPCI backplane, Inova has developed a two-slot non-bussed backplane extension to the standard 32-bit 8-slot backplane to accommodate the ICP-UPS without depriving the system of otherwise usable slots.
A PDF version of the full datasheet for this product is available for download at www.inova-computers.com.
About Inova Computers, Inc.
Inova Computers, Inc. manufactures and designs today's complete CompactPCI technology in a 3U or 6U single-slot solution. Inova's engineers have integrated more functionality into less space with a reduced number of components and sub-miniaturized fieldpacks. Inova's full line of CPU boards, I/O, power supplies, fieldbus piggyback, and development systems provide innovative solutions. They are available in 0 degree C to 70 degrees C with an extended temperature option of -40 degrees C to +80 degrees C for use in rugged and harsh embedded applications. Inova also offers a variety of software support products including Real-Time Systems based on RTOS technologies as well as Windows solutions. They are VxWorks, Windows NT, Windows CE, Embedded NT, QNX, OS-9000, and LP Electronics (which is a solution of Windows NT and VxWorks running concurrently).
For additional information, contact:
Joy Jordan, Director of Marketing
E-mail: joy.jordan@inova-computers.com
Tel.: 508.771.4415
Fax: 508.771.4346
www.inova-computers.com
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