Digi introduces Microsoft .NET Micro Framework v2.5 support for ConnectCore 9P 9215

Worldwide Computer Products News, Oct 2, 2008

Worldwide Computer Products News-2 October 2008-Digi introduces Microsoft .NET Micro Framework v2.5 support for ConnectCore 9P 9215(C)1995-2008 M2 COMMUNICATIONS LTD http://www.m2.com

Digi International Inc (Nasdaq:DGII), a provider of device networking, introduced on Wednesday (1 September) Microsoft .NET Micro Framework v2.5 support for the ConnectCore 9P 9215, an ARM9-based Ethernet networking core module.

According to the company, the .NET Micro Framework extends the reach of Microsoft's embedded solutions to integrated device platforms with smaller memory footprints and the ConnectCore 9P 9215 features a set of interfaces expanding the framework's capabilities into new applications, including networked sensor monitoring, data acquisition and machine control.

The ConnectCore 9P 9215 is reportedly an integrated and compact ARM core module that features more interfaces than any other core module with the .NET Micro Framework, including 10/100 Ethernet, SPI, I2C, PWM, analogue to digital conversion, a real-time clock and a memory/address bus for further expansion. In addition, it features networking capabilities such as DNS, data encryption and static and dynamic DHCP. The product also features low power consumption and advanced power management features including Dynamic Power Control, a switchable processor speed that enables customers to change processor speed from an application or shut down selected features to reduce power use.

Because the module is designed with Digi's own NET+ARM NS9215 microprocessor, long-term availability is guaranteed, and an easy conversion path to a cost reduced chip-based design with minimal changes to software is ensured, the company said.

The ConnectCore 9P 9215 Digi JumpStart Kit for Microsoft .NET Micro and the ConnectCore 9P 9215 module are available now. No pricing details were disclosed.

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