Product Details
Configured for real-time automation and data acquisition in VME-based architectures, the GE V7768-320000 (V7768 Single Board Computer) provides direct physical/electrical execution.
Hardware Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | V7768-320000 |
| Brand | GE (GE Fanuc / Abaco Systems) |
| Origin | USA |
| Operating Temp | Extended industrial operating range |
| Power Consumption | Standard VMEbus backplane power draw |
| Processor | Intel Celeron M Processor |
| Backplane Architecture | VMEbus interface |
| Expansion Interfaces | Dual Gigabit Ethernet ports, SATA interfaces, USB, PMC slot |
Deterministic Network Execution & Backplane Communication
The V7768-320000 relies on an Intel Celeron M processor to maintain high execution speeds across VMEbus backplane architectures. Integrated dual Gigabit Ethernet ports support Profinet / EtherNet/IP deterministic networks, enabling real-time network telemetry and deterministic command distribution across distributed control nodes.
The card architecture optimizes backplane bus communication velocity while maintaining I/O density scaling via a onboard PCI Mezzanine Card (PMC) site. Auxiliary onboard interfaces, including SATA storage interfaces and USB connectivity, interface directly with firmware flash compatibility layers to ensure boot loading and program execution.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What processing core and expansion interfaces are integrated into the V7768-320000 architecture?
A: The single board computer features an Intel Celeron M processor, dual Gigabit Ethernet ports, SATA connections, USB ports, and a PMC slot for modular mezzanine expansion.
Q: What backplane interface standards does the V7768-320000 utilize for real-time control?
A: The board interfaces directly via a standard single-slot VMEbus backplane architecture to provide bus communications and real-time execution.
Q: Can the board be inserted into or extracted from the VME rack while backplane power is active?
A: No. Power to the VME enclosure must be isolated prior to board insertion or removal to prevent backplane pin damage and signal disruption on active bus lines.
Field Installation Guidelines
- Rack Power Isolation: De-energize and lock out all power feeds to the VMEbus rack chassis before installing or removing the controller board.
- Grounding Protocols: Wear a properly grounded anti-static wrist strap connected to a bare metal chassis ground point prior to touching card surfaces.
- Card Alignment: Align the board edges with the top and bottom card guides of the assigned VME slot, pushing gently until the rear connectors touch the backplane.
- Mechanical Seating: Engage the ejector handles simultaneously to seat the multi-pin DIN connectors into the backplane socket, then hand-tighten the top and bottom panel retaining screws.
- Network Cable Routing: Route dual Gigabit Ethernet network cables away from high-voltage AC lines to prevent noise interference. Ensure proper shield grounding at the enclosure earth bus.
Additional Information
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