ACAL Technology samples small Linux networking server

12th October 2009

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ACAL Technology announces samples of the world’s smallest, self-contained Linux networking server. Building on proven Lantronix XPort technology, XPort Pro is a production-ready server which operates on the Linux or Evolution OS operating systems. In addition to being the world’s smallest Linux networking server, XPort Pro also features a significant increase in on-board memory of 8MB SDRAM/16MB Flash, compared to the 256kB of current-generation XPort devices, and ultra-low current of 150mA at 10Mbps to minimise power consumption.

Footprint compatible with existing XPort networking servers, XPort Pro is a production-ready module which eliminates the need for complex connectivity design. Its high-speed 32-bit processor allows advanced applications to be deployed directly onto edge devices. The combination of the Linux operating system, with integrated IPv6 and extensive features libraries, extensive on-board memory and advanced processing, provide unlimited flexibility to customise XPort Pro to a wide range of M2M applications.

Network security is provided by a range of data encryption/authentication options and enhanced by Lantronix’ patent-pending VIP (virtual IP) Access technology. This provides seamless integration with ManageLinx which enables secure access to firewall-protected equipment for remote monitoring and control.

ACAL Technology’s Martin Kemp, European RF & Wireless Product Manager, explains; “Xport is a popular, field-proven technology which allows designers to web-enable virtually any edge device with minimal engineering effort. The addition of world’s smallest Linux networking server to this family will significantly extend the options available to designers. As the first distributor to offer samples of this new device, ACAL Technology is primed to help customers to be first to market with M2M applications based on XPort Pro.”