Name: V7768-320001 (350-9301007768-320001 A2) 6U VME64x Single Board Computer, Intel Core2 Duo Rugged SBC - MASSIVE
Brand: General Electric

Description

V7768-320001 (350-9301007768-320001 A2) 6U VME64x Single Board Computer, Intel Core2 Duo Rugged SBC

Product Application

V7768-320001 A2 is a single-slot 6U VME single-board computer, built for VME64x backplane systems. Powered by Intel Core 2 Duo T7400 processor, it acts as the main controller inside VME chassis for real-time control, high-speed data logging and communication. Typical applications: Power plant turbine control, legacy VME DCS, SIS safety system, aerospace test equipment, military embedded computing, offshore & heavy industry. It works together with other VME I/O boards, provides host computing, Ethernet, serial, storage and display interfaces for mission-critical systems.

V7768-320001 350-9301007768-320001 A2

Product Specifications

Part Number: V7768-320001; Alternate PN: 350-9301007768-320001; Rev: A2
Manufacturer: GE Intelligent Platforms (later acquired to Abaco Systems)
Form Factor: 6U VME64x single slot SBC
CPU: Intel Core 2 Duo T7400 @2.16GHz, 4MB L2 Cache, FSB 667MHz
Chipset: Intel 945GME + ICH7-M
VME Bridge: Tundra Universe II, VME64x compliant
Memory: Onboard DDR2 SDRAM
Storage: CompactFlash socket
Onboard Interfaces:
- Dual Gigabit Ethernet
- USB2.0, SATA
- 4×Serial COM ports
- Digital video output
Watchdog: Hardware programmable watchdog timer for system reset
RTC: Real-time clock with battery backup
Power: Powered from VME backplane
Operating Temperature: -40 ℃ ~ +71 ℃ extended rugged temp version
Humidity: 5% ~95% RH non-condensing
Certification: CE
Product Status: End of life, only spare / refurbished available for legacy VME system maintenance
Approx. Weight: 0.55 kg

Core Technical Parameters

VME64x bus master / slave function, can serve as VME system controller
Extended wide temperature range for cabinet with high vibration and temperature fluctuation
Hardware watchdog timer, automatically reset system upon program crash
Dual independent Gigabit Ethernet for redundant network connection
CompactFlash for boot & application storage, no moving mechanical hard disk
Rich onboard peripheral ports for connecting I/O, HMI and field instruments
Supports VME interrupt handling and high-speed data exchange with other VME modules

Recommended Matching Spare Parts & Accessories (8 Items)

6U VME64x chassis and backplane
VME power supply
CompactFlash industrial memory card
VME I/O modules (VMIVME series)
Shielded Ethernet cable
Serial communication cable
Replacement backup battery for RTC
BIOS configuration utility software

V7768-320001 350-9301007768-320001 A2

Product Features

✅ 6U VME64x Rugged Single Board Computer Single slot 6U VME form factor, fits standard VME chassis, compatible with legacy VME64x backplane architecture.

✅ Intel Core2 Duo High Performance Processor T7400 2.16GHz dual core CPU, enough computing power for real-time control and large volume data acquisition.

✅ Extended Wide Temperature Version -40 ~ +71°C operating range, designed for harsh industrial, energy and airborne environments.

✅ Dual Gigabit Ethernet Ports Dual LAN for redundant network communication, improves reliability for critical control system.

✅ Hardware Watchdog & RTC Battery Backup Programmable watchdog to recover system fault; RTC battery retains clock and BIOS setting when power off.

✅ Multiple I/O Interfaces COM serial, USB, SATA, digital video, CompactFlash, flexible to connect storage, display and field communication devices.

✅ VME Bus Master capability Can be system controller to manage VME backplane communication with other VME I/O cards.

Installation Guidelines

Power off VME chassis and disconnect power supply.
Insert V7768-320001 A2 board into free 6U VME slot, secure front panel screws.
Power on chassis, enter BIOS to check memory, storage and peripheral configuration.
Install OS (Windows XP / VxWorks / Linux for embedded) onto CompactFlash.
Configure IP address for dual Ethernet ports, set watchdog timer parameters.
Install VME driver and application control software.
Test VME bus communication with other VME I/O modules.
Run long-time burn-in test and watchdog trigger test before putting online.

Maintenance Instructions

Daily Maintenance Check front panel status LED. Monitor CPU temperature, network connection and system alarm from host software.

Periodic Maintenance (Every 6–12 months) Clean dust on board and chassis air filter. Check RTC battery health. Backup CompactFlash OS and application image. Inspect VME connector pins.

Fault Maintenance

Board boot failure: Inspect VME backplane slot, check CompactFlash integrity, replace RTC battery.
Network port down: Check cable and port configuration; verify physical link.
Watchdog unexpected reset: Check CPU temperature and application task overload.
Do not modify BIOS and embedded application without system engineer authorization.

Long-Term Operation Tips Control chassis internal temperature within specification. Keep full image backup of CF card. Stock spare V7768-320001 A2 board for legacy VME system emergency replacement.