Saturday, October 3, 2009

PC Engines Alix2d3

I purchased an Alix2.x series device many months ago as an alternative to the more expensive Soekris 5501 device. These small form factor devices have been ideal for firewall solutions when combined with OpenBSD.

Installation notes to follow.

Features:

• CPU: 500 MHz AMD Geode LX800
• DRAM: 256 MB DDR DRAM
• Storage: CompactFlash socket, 44 pin IDE header
• Power: DC jack or passive POE, min. 7V to max. 20V
• Three front panel LEDs, pushbutton
• Expansion: 1 miniPCI slot, LPC bus
• Connectivity: 3 Ethernet channels (Via VT6105M 10/100)
• I/O: DB9 serial port, dual USB port
• Board size: 6 x 6" (152.4 x 152.4 mm) - same as WRAP.1E
• Firmware: tinyBIOS


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