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ThinkCore IA241/IA240
RISC-based Industrial Ready-to-Run Embedded Computer with 4 Serial Ports, 4 DI Channels, 4 DO Channels, Dual Ethernet, PCMCIA, SD, and USB Host
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Reliable and industrial-grade design to meet IP30 demand
Patented Software Encryption Lock protects intelletual property
-40 to 75°C wide temperature models available
 
 
Introduction
 

ThinkCore IA241/IA240 embedded computers for industrial automation feature 4 RS-232/422/485 serial ports, dual Ethernet ports, 4 digital input channels, 4 digital output channels, and a PCMCIA cardbus and SD socket in a compact, IP30 protected, industrial-strength rugged chassis. The DIN-Rail vertical form factor makes the IA241/240 a cost-effective solution for installation in small cabinets. This space-saving solution also facilitates easy wiring, and is the best choice of front-end embedded controller for industrial applications.

In addition to the standard model, the ThinkCore IA241/IA240 also comes in wide temperature models. The IA241-T and IA240-T have an operating temperature range of -40 to 75°C, making them appropriate for harsh industrial automation environments. The industrial mechanism of the ThinkCore IA241/IA240 design provides robust, reliable computing. Due to the RISC-based architecture, the ThinkCore IA241/IA240 will not generate too much heat while being used. The high communication performance and fanless design make the IA241/IA240 ideal for industrial automation environments.

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Features
Reliable and industrial-grade design meets IP30 requirements
Patented Software Encryption Lock protects intelletual property
-40 to 75°C wide temperature models available
4 software-selectable RS-232/422/485 serial ports
4 digital input channels and 4 digital output channels
Dual 10/100 Mbps Ethernet for redundant networking
PCMCIA, wireless LAN expansion (supports 802.11b/g)
SD socket for storage expansion
Ready-to-run Linux communication platform
DIN-Rail installation to save cabinet space; wall-mount installation is also possible
   
 
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The Next Link in IPC Evolution—Embedded Systems for Industry (PDF, 57 KB)
  Industry is moving to adopt RISC-based, all-in-one computers that use an embedded Linux operating system. This type of front-end computer is extremely versatile and robust, and offers significant savings compared to traditional IPCs.
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Hardware Specifications
System
CPU
MOXA ART ARM9 32-bit RISC CPU, 192 MHz
DRAM
64 MB onboard (optional 128 MB for IA241)
Flash
16 MB onboard (optional 32 MB)
PCMCIA
Cardbus card and 16-bit PCMCIA 2.1/ JEIDA 4.2 card (IA241 only)
Storage Expansion
SD socket x 1
USB
USB 2.0 host x 1
Console Port
RS-232 x 1, RJ45, support PPP
OS
Built-in embedded Linux
Other
RTC, buzzer, Watch Dog Timer
 
Network Communication
LAN
10/100 Mbps x 2, RJ45
Protection
Built-in 1.5 KV magnetic isolation protection
 
Serial Communication
Serial Port
RS-232/422/485 x 4
Protection
Built-in 15 KV ESD protection for all signals
Data bits
5, 6, 7, 8
Stop bits
1, 1.5, 2
Parity
None, Even, Odd, Space, Mark
Flow Control
RTS/CTS, XON/XOFF, RS-485 ADDC™
Speed
50 bps to 921.6 Kbps, supports Any Baudrate
 
LEDs
System
Power x 1, Ready x 1
LAN
10M/Link x 2, 100M/Link x 2 (on connector)
Serial
TxD x 4, RxD x 4 (on connector)
 
Power Requirements
Power Input
12 to 48V
Power Consumption
7W
 
Mechanical
Dimensions (WxDxH)
60 x 100 x 137 mm (2.36 x 3.94 x 5.39 in)
Weight
500 g (IA241), 430 g (IA240)
Construction Material
aluminum, 1 mm
Mounting
DIN-rail, Wall-mounting
 
Environmental
Operating Temperature

-10 to 60°C (14 to 140°F), 5 to 95% RH
-40 to 75°C (-40 to 167°F) is optional for -T models

Storage Temperature
-20 to 80 °C (-4 to 176°F), 5 to 95% RH
-40 to 85°C (-40 to 185°F) is optional for -T models
 
Regulatory Approvals
EMC
FCC Part 15, CISPR 22 Class A
CE Class A: EN55022 Class A, EN61000-3-2 Class A, EN61000-3-3, EN55024
Safety
TÜV: IEC/EN60950
UL/cUL: UL60950, CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 60950-00
Warranty
5 years
 
Software Specifications
Linux
Kernel Version
2.6.9
Boot Loader
Redboot
Protocol Stack
TCP, UDP, IPv4, SNMP V1/V3, ICMP, IGMP, ARP, HTTP, CHAP, PAP, SSH 1.0/ 2.0, SSL, DHCP, NTP, NFS, SMTP, Telnet, FTP, PPP, PPPoE
File System
JFFS2 (on-board flash)
System Utilities
bash, busybox, tinylogin, telnet, ftp, scp
Supporting Services and Daemons
telnetd: Telnet Server daemon
ftpd: FTP server daemon
sshd: Secure shell server
Apache: Web server daemon, supports PHP and XML
OpenVPN: Virtual private network service manager
iptables: Firewall service manager
pppd: dial in/out over serial port daemon & PPPoE
snmpd: snmpd agent daemon
inetd: TCP server manager program
Application Development Environment
Moxa Linux API Library
Linux Tool Chain: Gcc, Glibc, GDB
Windows Tool Chain: Gcc, Glibc, Insight (Windows-based source level debug utility)
Software Encryption Lock
BINEncryptor: Encryption tool for binary files; based on patented MOXA Intellectual Protection Technology
Device Drivers
PCMCIA CardBus (supports 802.11b/g wireless LAN Card), SD Card, USB (supports USB flash disk), Watchdog Timer (WDT), UART, DI/DO, RTC, Buzzer
 

Ordering Information
Standard Operating Temperature Models (-10 to 60°C)
ThinkCore IA241-LX
RISC-based Industrial Ready-to-Run Embedded Computer with 4 Serial Ports, 4 DI Channels, 4 DO Channels, Dual Ethernet, PCMCIA, SD, Linux OS
ThinkCore IA240-LX
RISC-based Industrial Ready-to-Run Embedded Computer with 4 Serial Ports, 4 DI Channels, 4 DO Channels, Dual Ethernet, SD, Linux OS
 
Wide Operating Temperature Models (-40 to 75°C)
ThinkCore IA241-T-LX
RISC-based Industrial Ready-to-Run Embedded Computer with 4 Serial Ports, 4 DI Channels, 4 DO Channels, Dual Ethernet, PCMCIA, SD, Linux OS, Wide Temperature
ThinkCore IA240-T-LX
RISC-based Industrial Ready-to-Run Embedded Computer with 4 Serial Ports, 4 DI Channels, 4 DO Channels, Dual Ethernet, SD, Linux OS, Wide Temperature
 
All item includes
  • 1 IA241 or IA240
  • Quick Installation Guide
  • Wall-Mounting Kit
  • DIN-Rail Mounting Kit
  • Document & Software CD
  • Ethernet Cable: RJ45 to RJ45 cross-over cable, 100 cm
  • Console Port Cable: CBL-RJ45F9-150 8-pin RJ45 to female DB9 cable,
  •     150 cm
  • Serial Port Cable: CBL-RJ45M9-150 8-pin RJ45 to male DB9 cable,
        150 cm
  • Universal Power Adaptor (includes terminal block to power jack converter)
  • Product Warranty Booklet

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