Product Overview; Key Features And Benefits; Via C7; Eden ® X4 Processor - VIA Technologies VB7009 User Manual

1. Product Overview

The VIA VB7009 is an entry-level native x86 board designed mainly for embedded and thin client
applications. It can also be used for various domain applications such as desktop PC, industrial PC, etc.
The VIA VB7009 is based on the VIA VX900 MSP that features the VIA C-9 HD DX9 with 3D/2D graphics
and video accelerators for rich digital media performance.
The VIA VB7009 includes a secure and power efficient VIA C7
C7 ® -D / C7 ® / Eden ® X4 processor includes the VIA Padlock Security Engine, VIA StepAhead
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Suite, VIA PowerSaver and VIA CoolStream
The VIA VB7009 has one 1066MHz DDR3 DIMM slot that supports up to 4GB memory size. The VIA
VB7009 provides support for high fidelity audio with its included VIA VT1708S High Definition Audio
codec. In addition it supports two SATA 3Gb/s storage devices.
The VIA VB7009 is compatible with a full range of Mini-ITX chassis as well as FlexATX and MicroATX
enclosures and power supplies. The VIA VB7009 is fully compatible with Microsoft
systems.

1.1. Key Features and Benefits

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1.1.1. VIA C7

-D / C7
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The VIA C7 -D / C7 / Eden
21mm x 21mm). It delivers an energy-efficient yet powerful performance, with cool and quiet operation
that makes it ideal for embedded system applications.
The VIA C7 ® -D / C7 ® is a single core 32-bit processor based on 90nm process technology, and it is the
world's first Carbon Free processor.
The VIA Eden ® X4 processor is a new processor generation, designed for high performance computing,
surpassing the existing VIA QuadCore. The VIA Eden
order architecture and is manufactured using advanced 28nm CMOS technology. This architecture and
process technology provides a highly compatible, high- performance, and low-power consumption
solution for any computing market.

1.1.2. VIA VX900 MSP

The VIA VX900 MSP is designed to enable high quality digital video streaming and DVD playback in a
new generation of fanless, small form factor PCs and IA devices. The VIA VX900 MSP features VIA C-9 HD
DX9 with 3D/2D graphics and video acceleration, DDR3 1066/800 support, motion compensation and
dual display support to ensure a rich overall entertainment experience.

1.1.3. Modular Expansion Options

The VIA VB7009 ensures long-term usability with its support for industry standard expansion options. Its
support for legacy PCI expansion cards helps to smooth and reduce the costs of transitioning to newer
expansion technologies. The VIA VB7009 enables companies to slowly roll out upgrades as necessary
instead of having to replace everything all at once. This ensures that companies using the VIA VB7009
obtain the maximum benefits from its past investments in PCI expansion cards.
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/ Eden X4 Processor
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X4 is an x86 processor packed into an ultra-compact package (measuring
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X4 processor is a multi-core, super scalar, out-of-
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