Description

 

GE VMIVME-7697-160

The GE VMIVME‑7697‑160 is an industrial VMEbus single-board computer (SBC) originally developed by **GE / VMIC (now part of Abaco Systems). It functions as the CPU processing board inside VME-based control and automation systems used in industrial and defense environments.

Main Description

Product type: VMEbus Single-Board Computer (SBC)

Architecture: Standard 6U dual-slot VME module

Purpose: Provides computing and control processing for VME-based systems such as automation controllers, test systems, and turbine controls.

It essentially performs the role of a PC motherboard integrated into a VME industrial control chassis.

Key Technical Specifications
Parameter Specification
Processor Intel Pentium III (≈500 MHz typical configuration)
RAM ~256 MB SDRAM (expandable up to ~512 MB depending on version)
Form Factor 6U VMEbus dual-slot board
Video AGP SVGA graphics controller
Interfaces USB, serial ports, parallel port, Ethernet
Storage Interfaces IDE / Ultra-IDE support
Additional Features Watchdog timer, programmable timers, diagnostic LEDs
OS Support Windows NT/2000, Linux, VxWorks, QNX, Solaris

Main Functions

The module provides:

Central processing for VME-based control systems

Real-time data processing for automation or monitoring

Interface to field I/O modules via the VME backplane

System diagnostics and watchdog protection

Peripheral connectivity (Ethernet, serial, USB, video)

Typical Applications

This board is commonly installed in:

Industrial automation systems

Power generation control systems

Test & measurement platforms

Aerospace / defense embedded systems

VME-based control racks and data acquisition systems

✅ Simple explanation:
The GE VMIVME-7697-160 is a CPU computer board for VME industrial control systems. It acts as the main processor that runs the control software and communicates with other modules in the VME rack.