Small Form Factor SBC utilizes Intel GME965 chipset.

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Powered by Intel® GM965 chipset with with 4 MB on-die cache and 800 MHz FSB, ESM-GM965 and ECM-GM965 feature mobile Intel® GMAX3100 graphic engine with 8 fully programmable execution cores and full DirectX 10 compliance. Both systems provide Windows Vista Premium support, Intel Clear Video Technology, and Intel Core(TM) 2 Duo technology. ECM-GM965 features Mini PCI and COM interfaces, while ESM-GM965 provides PCI, PCI Express x16, and PCI Express x1 interfaces.



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Avalue Technology Launches Small Form Factors, 3.5" SBC and ETXexpress Module, Equipped with Intel® GME965 Chipset



Taipei, Taiwan, 20, June 2007

Avalue Technology is proud to introduce you the latest models, ESM-GM965 and ECM-GM965. The GM965 series utilizes Intel® GM965 chipset featuring the mobile Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator X3100 provides Microsoft Windows Vista Premium support with the highest level of Windows Aero experience and provides Intel Clear Video Technology delivering enhanced video quality. It's hardly surprising how amazing the GM965 series' video performance is; powered by Intel® GME965 chipset, you will experience incredible performance, unbelievable system responsiveness and power-efficiency. Are you suffering from the multiple program, multimedia downloads or any CPU resources occupation and consumption? The GM965 series would be your best solution since it adopts Intel® Core(TM) 2 Duo technology.

Core 2 Duo Evolution
A number of enhancements to the new GM965 series processor, such as 4MB of on-die cache and 800MHz FSB, speeds up overall system performance. With dynamic FSB switching function, it also can deliver additional power saving through lower CPU core voltage and reduced bus speed. This revolutionary technology can be regarded as the highest performance and lowest power consumption on the market today.

Superior Graphical Performance
Incorporated with a new GMAX3100 graphic engine, the GM965 series delivers exceptional graphics performance through eight fully programmable execution cores and full DirectX 10 compliance. As a result, the GM965 integrates with Windows Vista to create an enhanced visual experience.

Full & Fast Connectivity
The ESM-GM965 supports up to 3 SATA-II, 8 USB 2.0, and 5 PCI Express x1 for speedy module extension. For high graphics performance demands, a PCI Express x16 is also available for discrete graphic adaptors. In addition, both support gigabit LAN for higher bandwidth transfer rates.

Compact Single Board
For those looking for a product with high performance and compact size, the 3.5" form factor is now available. The ECM-GM965 accommodates full function edge connectors and pin headers for added expansion with dimensions of only 146mm x 101mm. The ECM-GM965 is the choice for applications bound by limited space. Additional, Aalue also launched the ETXexpress module for more flexibility and faster time to market.

ECM-GM965
Features
o Supports Intel® Core 2 Duo CPU
o Intel® GME965 Chipset
o One SODIMM up to 2 GB DDR2 SDRAM
o 2 CH 24-bit LVDS
o Dual Realtek RTL8111B PCI-E Gigabit LAN
o 1 Mini PCI, Type I/II CF
o 2 SATA, 2 COM, 4 USB 2.0
o Supports 5.1/7.1 CH Audio with S/PDIF

ESM-GM965
Features
o Supports Intel® Core 2 Duo CPU
o Intel® GME965 Chipset
o One SODIMM up to 2 GB DDR2 SDRAM
o 2 CH 24-bit LVDS
o Broadcom BCM5787 Gigabit LAN
o 4 PCI, 1 PCI Express x16, 5 PCI Express x1
o 3 SATA, 8 USB 2.0

Applications
The ECM-GM965 & ESM-GM965 are optimized for multi-threaded applications, multitasking environments and graphics-intensive applications such as gaming or multi-media systems. The GM965 series is aimed at graphics-intensive or multi-threaded application, such as:
o Gaming
o Gambling
o Robotics
o Medical
o High-end POS
o Digital Signage
o Portal Devices
o Panel PC

About Avalue
Avalue has been dedicated to delivering long-life embedded computer systems and authorized OEM/ODM services since established in 2000. Staffed with a seasoned R&D engineering department, Avalue has successfully expanded their expertise from x86 platforms into RISC-based hardware and software solutions. Avalue provides a wide selection of products including small form factor single board computers, ETX, motherboards, InnoFlex Panel PCs, Box computers and more.

Avalue is a member of the Intel® Communications Alliance (ICA), a community of developers and solution providers utilizing Intel® technology in the product development and deployment. Avalue is committed to providing a strategic supply of standards-based solutions to the communications and embedded market segments. For more information, please visit: http://www.intel.com/go/ica.

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