Zendex

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
For more information, contact:

Forrest Sass
Zendex
925-462-5280
sass@ieee.org

Dublin, California, March 11, 2002 --- Zendex Corporation, a 20-year veteran of the embedded control system industry, has developed the ZXE-x86 embedded controller with as much as 1GB+ of flash, EPROM or RAM which can be accessed via Ethernet or the Internet. The ZXE-x86 can perform real time control of an operation while allowing data to be remotely downloaded or programs to be remotely uploaded.

The ZXE-x86 is one of the first to incorporate the revolutionary ZF Micro ZFx86 (formerly MachZ) microprocessor. The chip's recovery from bad software uploads to flash memory is benign, making it idea for remote-controlled operations. Complementing the processor is the robust Linux operating system including web server and 12 x 32-pin DIP memory sockets for 1GB+ of flash, EPROM or RAM. Applications include gaming, industrial control, information kiosks, monitoring and surveillance systems.

"Accessing a real time controller's recorded data and changing its program functions via Ethernet is far less expensive than retrieving data or making program changes in person" observed Howard Czapla, President of Zendex. "Companies have developed a need for remote control, and our boards have changed to reflect that need. We anticipate the need for remote control will continue to grow."

The fully-featured ZXE-x86 embedded controller board includes many conventional features such as:

	Ethernet interface
	ZF Micro ZFx86 CPU with up to 256MB DRAM
	Floppy interface
	IDE primary/secondary interface
	PS/2 keyboard and mouse interface
	2 buffered TTL serial ports
	2 RS-232 serial ports
	2 RS-422/485 serial ports
	Printer port
	1GB+ of flash, EPROM or RAM
	Type I, II or III PCMCIA interface
	Asiliant 69000 video controller with 2MB of high speed embedded SDRAM
	ESS stereo sound circuit delivering 2 watts/channel
	32 digital input ports with transient protection
	32 digital output ports with transient protection
	Dallas DS1425 security button
	Support for Linux and other Real Time Operating systems

The ZXE-x86 feature set can be changed by selecting the hardware to meet the OEM's needs. System functionality can then be changed by replacing the memory ICs or by uploading programs via any I/O port. Field re-programming can be accomplished using the Internet, floppy or serial interface ports.

A PCMCIA connector allows additional functionality including local data recording for applications such as data archiving or precise geographical location when using a GPS-PCMCIA card.

Price for the fully-featured ZXE-x86 embedded controller is $995.00 for single units. Custom orders are encouraged.

Zendex is a full-service provider of single board computers, embedded processor boards, multi-function boards, Multibus and iSBX modules, industrial enclosures and custom systems. Zendex also specializes in designing system boards for custom applications. Zendex headquarters is located at 6780A Sierra Court, Dublin, CA 94568-2623. Telephone 925-828-3000, fax 925-828-1574. Website www.zendex.com Contact Forrest Sass, Theorem LLC, 925-462-5280.