GE VMIVME-7459 Single-Slot VME IDE CD/DVD/Hard Drive Module

Description

Technical Specifications

Core Storage & Interface

• Form Factor: Single-slot 6U VMEbus Eurocard (4HP)
• VMEbus Connection: VMEbus P2 connector (96-pin DIN)
• Host Interface: IDE (ATA) interface for optical and hard disk drives
• Drive Support:
  • Optical Drives: CD-ROM, CD-RW, DVD-ROM
  • Hard Disk Drives: IDE HDD (up to 80GB)
  • Flash Storage: Optional CompactFlash card support
• Master/Slave Configuration: On-board jumpers to set drives as IDE master or slave
• Data Transfer Mode: PIO (Programmed I/O) and DMA modes for IDE devices

Optical Drive Capabilities (CD-RW)

• Media Compatibility: CD-ROM, CD-R, CD-RW, Photo CD, CD-I, Video CD, Enhanced CD, CD-ROM XA, CD-DA
• Writing Formats: Disc-At-Once (DAO), Track-At-Once (TAO), Multisession, Incremental Packet Writing
• DVD-ROM Option: Reads DVD-ROM, DVD-R, DVD-RW media; supports all CD formats

Physical & Electrical

• Dimensions: 233.25 mm (H) × 160 mm (D) × 20.3 mm (W)
• Power Input: +5 VDC from VMEbus backplane
• Power Consumption: Dependent on installed drives (typical: <15W)
• Weight: Approx. 0.5 kg (varies with drive configuration)
• Compliance: CE, FCC, RoHS

Environmental Ratings

• Operating Temperature: 0°C to +60°C
• Storage Temperature: -40°C to +85°C
• Relative Humidity: 5%–95% RH (non-condensing)
• Vibration: 2 g RMS (10–2000 Hz)
• Shock: 20 g (11 ms half-sine)

Software & Compatibility

• Operating Systems: VxWorks®, Windows® NT/2000/XP, Linux®, QNX®
• Driver Support: Standard IDE/ATAPI drivers for VMEbus embedded systems
• Integration: Works seamlessly with GE/Abaco VME single-board computers (SBCs)

Key Features

• Single-Slot Design: Minimizes VMEbus backplane space usage with a compact 4HP footprint.
• Flexible Storage Configurations: Supports CD-ROM, CD-RW, DVD-ROM, IDE HDD, and CompactFlash options.
• IDE Master/Slave Jumpering: Allows two drives (optical + HDD) on a single IDE channel.
• Wide Optical Media Support: Full compatibility with CD, CD-RW, and DVD formats for read/write operations.
• Rugged Industrial Construction: Designed for reliable operation in harsh industrial environments.
• Legacy System Compatibility: Ideal for maintaining and upgrading existing VMEbus embedded systems.
• Easy Integration: Plug-and-play functionality with standard VME SBCs and operating systems.
• Data Archiving & Installation: Enables software deployment, data backup, and long-term storage in embedded setups.

Application Scenarios

• Industrial Automation: VME-based PLCs, distributed control systems (DCS), and factory automation platforms requiring local software storage and data logging.
• Test & Measurement: Automated test equipment (ATE), data acquisition systems, and hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) simulators for program loading and result storage.
• Aerospace & Defense: Avionics test systems, mission computers, and ground support equipment using VMEbus architecture.
• Telecommunications: Legacy telecom switching systems and network management platforms needing reliable mass storage.
• Transportation: Railway signaling, marine control systems, and heavy vehicle embedded computers.
• Energy & Power: Power plant control systems, smart grid monitoring, and renewable energy management platforms.
• Legacy System Maintenance: Upgrading and sustaining older VMEbus systems where modern storage interfaces are unavailable.