Introduction; Features - VersaLogic Blackbird VL-EPU4562 Hardware Reference Manual

Features

The Blackbird (VL-EPU-4562/4462) is a compact, rugged x86 type board-level embedded
computer. It is designed and tested to meet military and medical requirements for smaller, lighter,
low power embedded systems. The Blackbird is a member of the VersaLogic family of ultra-
rugged embedded x86 computers. This embedded computer, equipped with a 6th Generation
Intel Core "Skylake" processor, is designed to withstand extreme temperature, impact, and
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vibration.
This embedded computer, equipped with an Intel Core processor, is designed to withstand
extreme temperature, impact, and vibration. Its features include:
Options for Intel Core* "SkyLake"
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dual and quad core processors with
clock rates up to 2.0 GHz
Integrated high-performance video.
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Intel HD 520 and 530 - Gen-9
compute architecture, 24 execution
units, and GPU Turbo Boost.
Supports DirectX 12, OpenGL 4.4,
OpenCL 2.0.
Dual Mini DisplayPort and LVDS
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video outputs. LVDS backlight
control
Up to 32 GB DDR4 memory
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Dual Gigabit Ethernet ports
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Dual USB 3.0 port and four USB 2.0
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ports support keyboard, mouse, and
other devices
Four RS-232/422/485 serial ports,
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audio output, and I
The Blackbird is compatible with popular operating systems including Microsoft
Windows 10/WES7, and Linux (see the
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Blackbird EPUs receive 100% functional testing and are backed by a limited five-year warranty.
Careful parts sourcing and US-based technical support ensure the highest possible quality,
reliability, service, and product longevity for this exceptional EPU.
VL-EPU-4562/4462 Reference Manual
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C support
VersaLogic OS Compatibility

Introduction

Trusted Platform Module
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Three 8254 timer/counters
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On-board data acquisition support.
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Eight multi-range analog inputs, four
analog outputs, and twenty four 3.3V
digital I/O lines
Dual 6 Gb/s SATA ports support
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bootable SATA hard drives
Two Full and one half-sized Mini PCIe
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Card sockets. Supports Wi-Fi modems,
GPS, MIL-STD-1553, Ethernet, flash
data storage with auto-detect mSATA
flash storage support, and other mini
PCIe modules.
Support for SPI and SPX devices,
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including low cost analog and digital
modules.
Customization available
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Introduction
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