Kontron ETX-CD - Manual (Page 7)

ETX®-CD / Introduction
2 Introduction
2.1 Product Description
Based on the ETX® standard, Kontron’s ETX®-CD, powered by a variety of Intel Pentium core duo processors, is a next-
generation embedded module that brings advanced technology to tomorrow’s applications, as well as continuing today’s
legacy devices. Built around serial differential signaling technologies, ETX®-CD modules incorporate the following
interfaces into a 95 x 114 small form factor embedded module:
» PCI
» 2x Serial ATA (SATA)
» 1x Parallel ATA (IDE)
» USB
» 2x Serial Port (COM)
» 1x Parallel Port (LPT) shared with Floppy
» LVDS, SDVO, VGA
» 10/100 MB Ethernet
» ISA bus
» Audio
» Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI)
The ETX®-CD is built around the Intel Core Duo processors that use the Yonah and Merom Core and the Mobile Intel
945GME Express chipset, which is the first mobile platform to offer PCI Express functionality with extended life cycle
support. These modules feature the most current desktop features such as USB, SATA, and PCI buses. The ETX®-CD delivers
up to 2GHz performance and up to 2GB DDR2 RAM. For applications that require advanced real-time video capabilities, the
ETX®-CD has integrated graphics based on the Intel® Graphics Media Accelerator 900 architecture. The ETX®-CD supports
4 PCI 32-bit PCI devices. A 10/100 megabits per second Ethernet port provides fast connectivity to LAN/WAN and 4x USB
interface provides fast and sufficient interfaces for external peripherals. ETX®-CD modules also provide the following
interfaces that are always located in the same physical position on each board: PCI32, USB, serial ATA (SATA), parallel ATA
(PATA), LVDS Multi Media ports, as well as an ACPI (Advanced Configuration and Power Interface) for optimized power
management are available on the board. Six mounting holes on the board provide secure mounting to allow the module
increased shock and vibration resistance.
2.2 ETX® Documtentation
This product manual serves as one of three principal references for an ETX® design. It documents the specifications and
features of ETX®-CD. The other two references, which are available from the Kontron Europe GmbH Web site, include:
» The ETX® Specification defines the ETX® module form factor, pinout, and signals.
» The ETX® Design Guide serves as a general guide for baseboard design, with a focus on maximum flexibility to
accommodate a wide range of ETX® modules.
Some of the information contained within this product manual applies only to certain
product revisions (CE: xxx). If certain information applies to specific product revisions (CE:
xxx) it will be stated. Please check the product revision of your module to see if this
information is applicable.
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