White Papers

Embedded industrial computer developers can utilize these white papers to assist with their computer board, CPU and software design and selection. The papers offer tips, tricks and advice for engineers at every stage of development.

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Operating Systems
	Installing and Running QNX Neutrino on an Embedded System
	Installing and Running Windows NT Embedded on an Embedded System
	Choosing A Real-Time Operating System by Michael Barr, Embedded.com
System Design and Development
	Designing electronic medical diagnostic and monitoring devices for extended lifecycles using off-the-shelf single board computers - Designing for extended lifecycles using C.O.T.S. equipment in electronic medical devices.
	Express104 Modules Upgrade PC/104 Installed Base with SUMIT Interface - The new SUMIT interface is a highly flexible, modular, well-engineered approach that is independent of form factor or processor architecture. A first example of its utility is in the new Express104 specification. (396 KB PDF)
	Using the PC/104-Plus (PCI) Interface for System Expansion Cards - Easily migrate ISA designs to the PCI bus (758 KB PDF)
	Argon Managed Boot Agent BIOS enhancement adds remote boot functionality
	Remote Boot Applications - Argon Technology discusses remote management of VersaLogic embedded computers with their Managed Boot Agent firmware.
	Simplified Flat Panel Setup - Using a VersaLogic embedded computer and FPDs with FlatLinkTM™ or PanelLinkTM™ (158 KB PDF)
	Platform Considerations - PC/104 or EBX? Both platforms offer design advantages for different types of applications (788 KB PDF)
	Extended Temperature - read how a PC/104-Plus single board computer was converted to extended temperature in three steps. [197K PDF]
	Choose the Right Computer Form Factor - Article published in Control Engineering
	What is an OEM-enhanced BIOS? - Consider the advantages of a BIOS designed with OEMs in mind
	The Need for Speed? - How fast should the CPU be for your embedded computer system?
Product Quality and Process Control
	Environmental Stress Screening Using Thermal Cycle Testing As An Effective Alternative To Burn-In - Environmental stress screening results in more rugged products.
	Mitigation of Tin Whiskers in VersaLogic Products - RoHS legislation and the need for lead-free soldering processes has lead to a renewed interest in tin whiskers.
	ESD and the OEM - Changing Needs in Industrial Control Systems High tech companies lose at least 4 to 6% of annual gross sales due to electrostatic discharge (ESD) every year. Discover what steps you can take to minimize your own company's losses. [300K PDF]