GE VMIVME-7807 M-Based VME SBC
IntroductionGE Fanuc Embedded Systems’ VMIVME-7807/VME-7807RC are full featured
Pentium® M-based, single board computers (SBCs) in a single-slot, passively cooled,
VME Eurocard form factor. These products utilize the advanced technology of Intel®’s
855GME chipset.
The VMIVME-7807/VME-7807RC provide features typically found on desktop
systems such as:
• 1.0GB DDR SDRAM using one SODIMM and an optional 512MB of solder-in
memory for a maximum of 1.5GB
• Built-in SVGA support (front panel connection)
• Digital video controller (rear I/O) DVI-D with dual head display capabilities
• 10/100 Mbit Ethernet controller (front panel connection)
• Dual Gigabit Ethernet supporting (front panel or rear I/O)
• Optional P0 with VITA 31.1 interface
• Serial ATA (SATA) support (rear I/O)
• Serial port COM1 (front panel connection)
• Ultra IDE drive support (rear I/O)
• Real-Time clock/calendar
• Front panel reset switch
• Miniature speaker
• Keyboard/Mouse port (front panel connection)
The 855GME chipset allows the VMIVME-7807/VME-7807RC to provide enhanced
features such as integrated video and Ultra ATA/100 IDE support. The
VMIVME-7807/VME-7807RC are capable of executing many of today’s desktop
operating systems such as Microsoft®’s Windows® XP, Windows 2000 and a wide
variety of Linux® based operating systems. The standard desktop features of the
VMIVME-7807/VME-7807RC are described in Chapter 2 of this manual.
The VMIVME-7807/VME-7807RC provide features useful to embedded applications
such as:
• Three serial ports: COM2, COM3 and COM4 (rear I/O)
• Four USB 2.0 ports (two on front panel and two rear I/O)
• 32KB of nonvolatile RAM
• Remote Ethernet booting
• Up to 2GB of CompactFlash on secondary IDE (optional)
• Software-selectable Watchdog Timer with reset
Additionally, the VMIVME-7807/VME-7807RC offer one PMC expansion site (PCI-X,
66MHz) with front panel access. The VMIVME-7807/VME-7807RC are capable of
executing many of today’s operating systems such as VxWorks®, Solaris™ or QNX®.
The embedded features of the VMIVME-7807/VME-7807RC are described in
Chapter 3 of this manual.
The VMIVME-7807/VME-7807RC are suitable for use in applications ranging from
telecommunications, simulation, instrumentation, industrial control, process control
and monitoring, factory automation, automated test systems, data acquisition
systems and anywhere that the highest performance processing power in a single
VME slot is desired.

Intel 855GME Chipset
The VMIVME-7807/VME-7807RC incorporate the latest Intel chipset technology, the
855GME. This chipset utilizes Advanced Hub Architecture (AHA). The AHA allows
for increased system performance by separating many high-bandwidth I/O accesses
from PCI accesses, relieving bottlenecks on the PCI bus. Furthermore, the 855GME
chipset brings new levels of integration to motherboard chipsets and provides
additional features such as Integrated LVDS and Serial ATA
Organization of the Manual
This manual is composed of the following chapters and appendices:
Chapter 1 - Installation and Setup describes unpacking, inspection, hardware jumper
settings, connector definitions, installation, system setup and operation of the
VMIVME-7807/VME-7807RC .
Chapter 2 - Standard Features describes the unit design in terms of the standard PC
memory and I/O maps, along with the standard interrupt architecture.
Chapter 3 - Embedded PC/RTOS Features describes the unit features that are beyond
standard functions.
Maintenance provides information relative to the care and maintenance of the unit.
Compliance provides applicable information regarding regulatory compliance.
Appendix A - Connector Pinouts illustrates and defines the connectors included in the
unit’s I/O ports.
Appendix B - AMI BIOS Setup Utility describes the menus and options associated
with the AMI (system) BIOS.
Appendix C - Argon BIOS describes the menus and options associated with the LAN
Boot BIOS.
Appendix D - System Driver Software describes the steps required to load system
drivers.

Safety Summary
The following general safety precautions must be observed during all phases of the
operation, service, and repair of this product. Failure to comply with these
precautions or with specific warnings elsewhere in this manual violates safety
standards of design, manufacture, and intended use of this product.
GE Fanuc Embedded Systems assumes no liability for the customer's failure to
comply with these requirements.
Ground the System
To minimize shock hazard, the chassis and system cabinet must be connected to an
electrical ground. A three-conductor AC power cable should be used. The power
cable must either be plugged into an approved three-contact electrical outlet or used
with a three-contact to two-contact adapter with the grounding wire (green) firmly
connected to an electrical ground (safety ground) at the power outlet.
Do Not Operate in an Explosive Atmosphere
Do not operate the system in the presence of flammable gases or fumes. Operation of
any electrical system in such an environment constitutes a definite safety hazard.
Keep Away from Live Circuits
Operating personnel must not remove product covers. Component replacement and
internal adjustments must be made by qualified maintenance personnel. Do not
replace components with power cable connected. Under certain conditions,
dangerous voltages may exist even with the power cable removed. To avoid injuries,
always disconnect power and discharge circuits before touching them.
Do Not Service or Adjust Alone
Do not attempt internal service or adjustment unless another person, capable of
rendering first aid and resuscitation, is present.
Do Not Substitute Parts or Modify System
Because of the danger of introducing additional hazards, do not install substitute
parts or perform any unauthorized modification to the product. Return the product
to GE Fanuc Embedded Systems for service and repair to ensure that safety features
are maintained.
Dangerous Procedure Warnings
Warnings, such as the example below, precede only potentially dangerous procedures
throughout this manual. Instructions contained in the warnings must be followed.
WARNING: Dangerous voltages, capable of causing death, are present in this system.
Use extreme caution when handling, testing, and adjusting