UNI-Pod Introduction

A multifunction podule giving Ethernet, USB, IDE and expansion ports. It is a customer specific project any queries about this product should be directed to Stuart Tyrell Developments

Hardware Description

The UNI-Pod is a 32 bit podule which provides Ethernet, USB, IDE and expansion port. The card is designed and manufactured in-house to Simtec's usual high standards for Stuart Tyrell Developments.

The general features of the card include

2048k of user re-programmable flash ROM. Reprogramming utility supplied (!Snafu)
• Full 32bit operation

USB

Features include

• Philips ISP1161A USB 1.1 compliant host controller with integral two port root.
• Two root hub host ports, with power switching ensuring compatibility with the podule specification.
• Full over-current and ESD discharge protection for reliable operation during plugging and un-plugging of devices.
• High/low speed multi-function device port with concurrent host and device operation.

IDE

Features include

• Two independant IDE channels, supporting up to four devices.
• Up to 4.2MB/s transfer rate.

Ethernet

Features Include

• 10/100Megabit
• Full or half duplex operation
• Up to three megabytes per second throughput
• Diagnostic lights to assist with rapid setup

Expansion

• 2nd printer port for the addition of standard printers.
• Enhanced econet-compatible expansion port.

Other pages

• Availability - Price and availability.
• Gallery - Images of the UNI-Pod.