Description
Key Technical Specifications
- Model Number: VMIVME7807-411000 / VME7807RC350-00780-411000
- Manufacturer: GE Fanuc Embedded Systems. Series: VMIVME-7807 / VME-7807RC
- Processor: Intel Pentium M, up to 1.8 GHz with 2MB L2 Cache
- Chipset: Intel 855GME with Advanced Hub Architecture (AHA)
- Memory: Up to 1.5GB DDR SDRAM (1.0GB SODIMM + 512MB soldered), ECC optional
- Storage: Supports SATA and up to 2GB bootable CompactFlash
- Ethernet: Dual Gigabit Ethernet (Intel 82546EB) + 1x 10/100 BaseTX (Intel 82551ER)
- Expansion: 1x 64-bit/66MHz PCI-X PMC expansion slot
- I/O Interfaces: 4x Serial (COM1-COM4), 4x USB 2.0, SVGA + DVI-D dual display
- Form Factor: 6U VME Eurocard, single-slot, passive cooling
- OS Support: Windows XP/2000, VxWorks, QNX, Linux
- Compliance: RoHS compliant, VITA 31.1 interface option
Functional Role & Application Analysis
The VMIVME7807-411000 is a full-featured 6U VMEbus single board computer designed for I/O-intensive industrial and embedded applications. It is primarily used to solve the need for high-bandwidth processing and reliable data acquisition in legacy VME chassis environments. The board leverages the Intel Pentium M processor and the 855GME chipset’s Advanced Hub Architecture to separate high-bandwidth I/O access from the PCI bus, eliminating bottlenecks and maximizing system throughput. Its passive cooling design and wide OS support make it ideal for real-time control environments where reliability and deterministic performance are non-negotiable.
Typical use cases include:
- Process control and monitoring systems, serving as the system controller in VME racks managing thousands of I/O points across manufacturing plants.
- Factory automation and intelligent PLC controllers, providing the computational backbone for complex motion control and real-time logic execution.
- Instrumentation and automatic test equipment (ATE), utilizing dual Gigabit Ethernet and high-speed serial ports for rapid data acquisition and instrument communication.
- Legacy VME system maintenance and upgrade, replacing aging SBCs in existing VME chassis without requiring a complete system architecture migration.
Our Quality Standard & Testing Process
We understand that the cost of an unreliable SBC is far greater than its purchase price. A failed VME system controller can halt an entire production line or test facility. We have established a rigorous, multi-stage testing process to ensure every VMIVME7807-411000 we ship is 100% functional and reliable.
- Visual & Component Inspection: All boards undergo professional cleaning and microscopic inspection to verify no physical damage, cracked solder joints, corroded connectors, or degraded capacitors.
- Live System Test: The SBC is installed in a live VME chassis test rack and run for 24-48 hours to verify continuous boot, OS stability, and backplane communication.
- Full-Function Diagnostics: We validate all I/O interfaces including dual Gigabit Ethernet throughput, all 4 serial ports, USB 2.0 functionality, SVGA/DVI video output, and CompactFlash/SATA storage access.
- Thermal & Load Verification: The board is stress-tested under CPU load to confirm passive cooling performance and power rail stability across the specified operating temperature range.
- Warranty Backing: Only parts that pass all diagnostic tests are approved for shipment and backed by our full 12-month warranty.
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Compatibility & Migration Paths
To ensure this VMIVME7807-411000 is 100% compatible with your VME system, you must check these key compatibility points. VME SBC compatibility involves multiple variables, and failure to verify can result in costly integration delays.
- VME Slot & Backplane Compatibility: Confirm your VME chassis supports 6U single-slot boards and that the backplane wiring matches the VMIVME-7807 pinout. Check if your application requires VITA 31.1 P0 interface routing.
- PMC Module Compatibility: If using a PMC mezzanine module, verify it is compatible with the 64-bit/66MHz PCI-X slot and that the required rear transition module (RTM) is available for rear I/O access.
- OS & Driver Support: Confirm your application OS (VxWorks, QNX, Linux, or Windows) has validated drivers for the 855GME chipset, Intel 82546EB Gigabit Ethernet, and SVGA/DVI display controller.
- Memory & Storage Configuration: Verify whether your system requires ECC memory and confirm the correct CompactFlash or SATA storage device is specified for boot and data storage.
- Get Expert Help: Unsure about VME backplane compatibility, PMC module selection, or OS driver availability? Contact our technical team today for a free compatibility verification before ordering.
