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VIA AMOS-3000: Strong, silent type of industrial PC

Designed to take industrial environments in its stride, the hand-sized VIA AMOS-3000 is the first Pico-ITX fanless embedded box computer.

Johannesburg, 10 May 2010

RedLinX Embedded Systems, a value-added distributor of leading edge embedded products and solutions, introduces this exciting new product from VIA Technologies to the South African and the rest of the African market.

VIA Technologies, a leading innovator of power efficient x86 processor platforms, presents the first embedded box computer; the VIA AMOS-3000 is now available from RedLinX Embedded Solutions, one of four divisions within RedLinX.

Ideal for a variety of embedded applications, the VIA AMOS-3000 is a robust, custom-designed system based on the ultra compact and versatile VIA EPIA-P700 Pico-ITX board.

Inspired by classical Chinese architecture, the VIA AMOS-3000 chassis combines heavy-duty steel, aluminium and copper in a unique heat fin design that offers superb heat dissipation. Using a total of only five mechanical pieces - top cover, bottom plate, front and rear I/O access plates and DOM module - and measuring only 13.5cm(w) x 4.5cm(h) x 13.1cm(d), the VIA AMOS-3000 is strong, durable and heat efficient, yet tiny enough to fit in the palm of your hand. The VIA AMOS-3000 can be installed easily using simple table, wall and VESA mounting options.

Says Wayne Kotze, field engineer at RedLinX Embedded Solutions: “The VIA AMOS-3000 is a complete system that uses no moving parts, making it an excellent choice for mission-critical applications in harsh industrial environments, while the full featured VIA EPIA Pico-ITX board is ideal for a range of x86 applications, including gaming, digital signage, industrial automation and in-car entertainment.”

VIA AMOS-3000

The VIA AMOS-3000 is based on a VIA EPIA-P700 Pico-ITX board, powered by either a 1GHz VIA C7 processor, or an Ultra Low Voltage 500MHz VIA Eden processor coupled with VIA's VX700 Unified Digital Media chipset, supporting up to 1GB of DDR2 SO-DIMM system memory.

Both DVI-D and VGA outputs are supported through integrated the VIA UniChrome Pro II IGP, which also provides MPEG-2/4 and WMV9 hardware acceleration for smooth media playback.

The VIA AMOS-3000 has a certified operating temperature of -20 to 60 degrees C, vibration tolerance of up to 5Grms and a shock tolerance of up to 50G.

Storage is provided through a 44-pin IDE interface for Disk on Module Flash drive - an optional storage sub-system expansion chassis offers support for a standard 2.5-inch S-ATA drive. An onboard RJ45 connector provides Gigabit networking while the VIA VT1708A brings HD audio. Additional features include four USB 2.0 ports, on board GPIO port, COM port and programmable Watchdog Timer. System LED indicators are provided for power and HDD activity.

Note: All products are available at RedLinX Embedded Solutions.

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RedLinX

RedLinX is a multifaceted specialist engineering technology company, delivering tailor-made technology solutions with excellent technical support and after sales service, ranging from embedded to high-performance computing and related products, open-systems and solutions. RedLinX operates in the ICT, telecoms, transport, mining, industrial, security and defence market segments throughout South Africa and Africa and is supported by our own locally based support, production and engineering facilities. RedLinX has four operating divisions, namely: Telecoms Systems Division, Embedded Systems Division, High Performance Systems Division and the Production & Engineering Systems Division. With offices in Cape Town and Pretoria, more than 50% of RedLinX's staff and management are PDI/HDI and engendered individuals. RedLinX™ proudly aligns itself with the ICT BEE Charter.

For further information, kindly visit: http://www.redlinx.co.za.

VIA Technologies

VIA Technologies is the foremost fabless supplier of power efficient x86 processor platforms that are driving system innovation in the PC, client, ultra mobile and embedded markets. Combining energy-saving processors with digital media chipsets and advanced connectivity, multimedia and networking silicon enables a broad spectrum of computing and communication platforms, including its widely acclaimed ultra compact mainboards. Headquartered in Taipei, Taiwan, VIA's global network links the high tech centers of the US, Europe and Asia, and its customer base includes the world's top OEMs and system integrators. http://www.via.com.tw

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