Disk Module provides multiple mass storage solutions.
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Field-replaceable, 6U CPCIStor supports boot strap, application load, and data storage in single slot. Unit provides 32-bit, 33 MHz CompactPCI interface, has on-board ATA controller, and supports hot-swap removal. It is available with 2.5 in. ATA hard drives up to 80 GB, or CF-II drives up to 4 GB each. Front panel provides activity LEDs and ejector handles for removal. CPCIStor is supported using standard and/or RAID device drivers for Linux, VxWorks, and Windows.
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New CompactPCI Disk Module from ACT/Technico Provides Multiple Mass Storage Solutions in a Single 6U Slot
Ivyland, PA, March 2004 -- ACT/Technico (www.acttechnico.com), a leading supplier of integrated real-time and embedded systems built with CompactPCI, VMEbus, and other open architecture platforms, has exapnded its line of mass storage solutions with a new 6U single slot disk module for CompactPCI based systems. The new field-replaceable CPCIStor is designed to support boot strap, application load, and data storage in a single slot, making it well suited for use in communications environments.
The CPCIStor, which can ship with up to three high availability 2.5" ATA drives, provides a 32-bit 33 MHz CompactPCI interface, has an on-board ATA controller, and supports hot swap removal. The CPCIStor is available with 2.5" ATA hard drives up to 80 GB, or CF-II drives up to 4 GB each. The front panel of the new storage module provides activity LEDs and ejector handles for easy removal.
The CPCIStor can be used for solid state memory solutions as well as rotating media from 10 GB to 60 GB, including hard drives and CD-ROMs. Current configurations available include:
o One CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive and one hard disk
o One CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive and one internal or front access CompactFlash
o One CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive and two CompactFlash
o Three 2 ½" ATA hard disks
o Two 2 ½" ATA hard disks and one CompactFlash
o Two hard disks and two CompactFlash, one internal, one front access
The CPCIStor is supported using standard and/or RAID device drivers for Linux, VxWorks, and Windows. It is also Solaris-compatible, allowing the use of SPARC technology on CompactPCI.
The CPCIStor is available immediately; pricing starts at $1,550 for a CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive and hard disk configuration (version 1).
For more information, visit acttechnico.com/CPCIStor_96.pdf, call (215) 957-9102, or e-mail sales@acttechnico.com.
About ACT/Technico
ACT/Technico recently celebrated its 25th anniversary of supplying integrated embedded systems to companies in communications, military/aerospace, medical imaging, and semiconductor equipment manufacturing. The company provides products, system architecture, hardware, and software design to deliver complete solutions and expedite time to market.
ACT/Technico is also a manufacturer and reseller of embedded hardware and software. The company offers leading edge SBCs, Mass Storage and RAID products, RTOS, Linux or Windows, and device drivers.
The company, based in Ivyland, PA has been in business since 1978 and is privately held. There are additional offices in California, Florida, and Maryland. For more information, please call (215) 957-9071 or e-mail to sales@acttechnico.com.
