Reference
Manual
DOC. REV. 1/27/2014
PC/104-Plus Dual Mini PCIe
Adapter
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Product Release Notes
Rev 1.0 Release
Initial commercial release.
EPMp-P2 Rev 1.0
Release of module with no ISA pass-through connector.
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Contents
Introduction ................................................................................................................... 1
Description .......................................................................................................................... 1
Technical Specifications ..................................................................................................... 1
RoHS Compliance .............................................................................................................. 2
About RoHS ........................................................................................................... 2
Warnings ............................................................................................................................. 2
Electrostatic Discharge .......................................................................................... 2
Handling Care ........................................................................................................ 2
Earth Ground Requirement .................................................................................... 2
Technical Support ............................................................................................................... 3
Repair Service ........................................................................................................ 3
Physical Details ............................................................................................................. 4
Dimensions and Mounting .................................................................................................. 4
Hardware Assembly ............................................................................................... 5
Stack Arrangement Example ................................................................................. 5
External Connectors and Jumper Block ............................................................................. 6
Connectors and Jumper Block ............................................................................... 6
Connector Functions and Interface Cables ............................................................ 8
Jumper Summary ................................................................................................... 8
Interfaces and Connectors ........................................................................................... 9
PCI Express Mini Card Sockets ......................................................................................... 9
LED_WWAN#, LED_WLAN#, and LED_WPAN# Signals.............................. 10
Appendix A – References............................................................................................ 11
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High-speed PCI interface
Pass-through ISA interface (VL-EPM-
P2 only)
Two PCI Express Mini Card interfaces
compatible with WiFi, MIL-STD-1553
bus, cell modem, flash, and other PCIe
Mini Card devices
Board Size:
90 mm x 96 mm (3.55” x 3.775")
Storage Temperature:
-40° to +85°C
Operating Temperature:
-40° to +85°C
Power Requirements:
+5V supplied from PC/104-Plus interface
Compatibility:
PC/104-Plus (PCI only or PCI + ISA)
Weight (no PCIe Mini Card installed):
VL-EPM-P2A – 0.168 lb (0.076 kg)
Description
The VL-EPM-P2/VL-EPMp-P2 module provides a dual PCI Express (PCIe) Mini Card interface
for PC/104-Plus systems. It is fully compatible with a wide selection of popular operating
systems such as Windows, Windows Embedded, Linux, VxWorks, and QNX. Its features
include:
Introduction
The module features high-reliability design and construction. VL-EPM-P2/VL-EPMp-P2 boards
are subjected to 100% functional testing and are backed by a limited two-year warranty. Careful
part sourcing and US-based technical support ensure the highest possible quality, reliability,
service, and product longevity for this exceptional module.
Technical Specifications
Specifications are subject to change without notification.
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