Unitronix Mamba single board computer

Unitronix has introduced the Mamba, an ultra-fast single board computer on an EBX form factor. Designed around an Intel Core 2 Duo processor P8400, it performs at 2.26 GHz with mid-range power consumption of 18.5 W (typical).

It is suitable for OEM developers working on high-speed data or graphics-intensive applications in medical, defence, robotics and security systems. It is designed for applications that require extreme CPU and video processing. The CPU provides up to 2.26 GHz performance for high-performance systems. Enhanced Intel SpeedStep technology allows users to finetune the balance between power dissipation and performance.

It allows adapting to performance needs while minimising power draw and heat dissipation. Intel’s GM45 + ICH9M chipset offers graphics core speeds up to 533 MHz for high-end graphics, advanced 3D rendering, high-definition video playback, and media acceleration for video CODECs.

Basic onboard features include dual gigabit ethernet, two SO-DIMM sockets for up to 8 GB DDR3 RAM (4 GB per socket), six USB ports, four serial ports, two SATA ports, HD audio, eUSB interface for removable flash storage and three general-purpose timers. The onboard PCI Express mini card socket supports plug-in Wi-Fi modems, GPS receivers, flash data storage and other cards.

Onboard data acquisition features include up to 16 analog inputs, up to eight analog outputs and 32 digital I/O lines. An industry-standard PC/104-Plus expansion site provides access to a wide variety of expansion modules from numerous vendors.