GE VMIVME-7807 6U VMEbus Communication Gateway Module

Description

Technical Specifications

VMIVME-7807

VMIVME-7807

Technical Features & Benefits

Under the hood, the GE VMIVME-7807 leverages the Intel Pentium M processor line, delivering up to 1.8 GHz clock speeds. This means processing power scales for everything from real-time control loops to intensive data processing. Engineers can fit up to 1.5 GB of DDR SDRAM—critical for large programs and memory-intensive tasks. With up to 2 MB of onboard L2 cache, responsiveness is dramatically improved, reducing delays even when juggling network and disk traffic.

What separates the GE VMIVME-7807 from many competitors is its network flexibility: dual Gigabit Ethernet ports support rapid data transfer and redundancy. Integration into industrial Ethernet, supervisory systems, or remote diagnostics is straightforward. The 855GME chipset delivers SATA and Ultra ATA/100 IDE interfaces, plus internal SVGA and DVI controllers for flexible video output—a boon for test benches and control rooms.

Front and rear panel I/O design means the board fits varied install scenarios, letting integrators route signals with minimum recabling. Engineers regularly cite the four RS-232C compatible serial ports and two PMC expansion sites for custom I/O, fieldbus hookups, or specialized network cards. Flash memory up to 1 GB (bootable CompactFlash) accommodates embedded OSes or critical autostart programs. Rugged design, RoHS compliance, and advanced BIOS options further round out the GE VMIVME-7807—ensuring safe operation in regulated and harsh environments alike. Some users have even reused these controllers for small HPC clusters and edge AI projects, leveraging their reliability and modularity.

Product Role & System Fit

The GE VMIVME-7807 stands as a full-featured VME single board computer, built to anchor automation racks and distributed control systems. It’s designed to slot easily into any standard VME chassis, playing a pivotal role as process controller, edge processor, or system gateway. Its compatibility with VMEbus I/O modules makes it a natural upgrade path for legacy systems, minimizing engineering time and maximizing uptime.

Engineers deploy the GE VMIVME-7807 as a field-hardened controller, handling SCADA, PLC, and testing functions across a broad spectrum of device types. It fits easily in multi-board systems thanks to its Eurocard form factor and passive cooling. With OS support for Windows XP, 2000, VxWorks, QNX, Linux, and LynxOS, users can migrate between applications without fear of vendor lock-in or forced upgrades.

From a system architecture perspective, the board’s dual Gigabit Ethernet—front panel and VME P2 connector—simplifies integration with plant or lab networks, supporting high-availability and load balancing. The slot’s PMC expansion lets automation engineers add specialized modules, adapting the controller board to protocols ranging from CANopen, Profibus, or custom FPGA designs. The built-in SVGA/DVI output is a big plus for rapid HMI setups, reducing the footprint of troubleshooting and test equipment. This flexibility means the GE VMIVME-7807 can be the heart of a modular distributed system, or a standalone controller in a critical automation cell.

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Main features and advantages:

Choosing the GE VMIVME-7807 delivers tangible, long-term value by simplifying connectivity and future-proofing VMEbus systems. Engineered for industrial ruggedness, it withstands the harsh conditions of power plants, factory floors, and test facilities—including vibration, electrical noise, and temperature fluctuations—ensuring reliable performance for 15+ years of service. This durability reduces the need for frequent replacements, lowering maintenance costs and minimizing downtime in environments where outages can cost tens of thousands of dollars per hour. The module’s seamless integration into VME racks also eliminates the inefficiencies of external gateways: by residing within the same rack as VME CPUs and I/O, it reduces data latency by up to 70% compared to external solutions—critical for real-time applications like turbine control or aircraft engine testing.

Additionally, the GE VMIVME-7807 reduces engineering overhead by simplifying configuration and maintenance. It leverages GE’s Proficy Machine Edition software for intuitive setup, allowing engineers to map VME backplane data to industrial protocols without writing custom code. The module’s built-in diagnostics—including network health monitoring and protocol error logging—also enable proactive troubleshooting: for example, if a Modbus TCP connection drops, the GE VMIVME-7807 sends real-time alerts to the SCADA system, allowing teams to resolve issues before they impact operations. For organizations looking to adopt IIoT practices (like predictive maintenance), the module’s ability to stream VME data to cloud platforms unlocks new insights—such as analyzing historical sensor data to predict equipment failures—without replacing existing VME infrastructure.

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Application fields:

In modern automation landscapes, factories and research labs demand powerful, reliable embedded computing. The GE VMIVME-7807 has become a staple for integrators in process automation, scientific instrumentation, and defense system applications. Engineers trust its performance in supervisory control, data acquisition, and high-reliability process sequencing. Semiconductor fabs, chemical plants, and energy utilities count on the GE VMIVME-7807 for its ability to run complex algorithms while withstanding temperature swings and electrical noise endemic to industrial environments.

One controls specialist recounted upgrading a legacy test cell where the VMIVME-7807 replaced older logic modules. Not only did it slash boot times, but its network interfaces seamlessly linked the cell to a plantwide monitoring system. In aerospace settings, its ruggedized form factor and ECC memory support offer peace of mind where downtime is costly. The GE VMIVME-7807 handles vibration, shock, and electromagnetic interference with rigor. Industrial users value its responsive onboard BIOS and real-time clock, guaranteeing that automated processes remain tightly scheduled across shift changes and remote locations.

Its VMEbus compatibility ensures it’s at home in distributed control, whether in a steel mill or a space simulation test rig. Systems integrators have echoed that the board’s versatility shapes its longevity—one plant has been running these boards for over a decade, only swapping a unit due to planned modernization. With virtualization options and Linux OS support, the GE VMIVME-7807 also suits R&D tasks, from physics experiments to industrial robotics research, adapting to evolving software standards with ease.

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