Ampro Computers has announced the re-introduction of the ReadySystem family of embedded computers with Linux 2.6 to help customers, OEMs, and system integrators rapidly deploy Ampro products into the smallest possible application environments. The new ReadySystem bench-top and wall-mount computers include the ReadySystem 1U, ReadySystem 2U, and ReadySystem ATX with Linux 2.6. Other operating systems will be available starting in Q2 2006.

Ampro's ReadySystem 1U computer is an ideal application-ready Linux computer for space-constrained environments. Featuring desktop-style Fedora Core 3 Linux pre-installed on the hard drive, the ReadySystem 1U uses an industry standard 1U height [180mm (w) x 44mm (h) x 203mm (d)].

The ReadySystem 1U features Ampro ReadyBoard SBCs with Intel processors from 400 MHz Celeron to 1.4 GHz Pentium M, bringing high computing performance with low power consumption and all electronics in a compact housing for stand-alone applications. ReadySystem 1U includes a robust set of I/O and can be configured with various memory sizes, hard disk, and/or Compact Flash options.

The ReadySystem 2U computer offers customizable I/O expansion to Linux users, and uses an industry standard 2U height. It provides expansion 'slots' for two PC/104, PC/104-Plus or PCI-104 expansion cards. The ReadySystem 2U is 180mm (w) x 88mm (h) x 152mm (d) and is easy to integrate with expansion I/O through convenient customizable I/O panels. Performance is scalable from 400 MHz to 1.4 GHz.

The ReadySystem ATX computer offers customizable I/O expansion, up to two PC/104 modules, and includes an integrated ATX power supply.

ReadySystem computers use any of the products in the ReadyBoard family, up to 1GB DRAM, and a 40GB hard disk drive, integrated into a complete system with Fedora Core 3 Linux installed on HDD. Compact Flash can be added for additional storage, or as the boot device for more rugged environments. Starting in Q2, ReadySystem will be offered with a choice of operating systems, Windows XP, XPe, or CE 5.0 as well as Linux 2.6.

"Ampro's standard EPIC form factor SBCs and new smaller ReadySystem computers provide an unbeatable combination for space-constrained full featured embedded systems," said Joanne Mumola Williams, president and CEO of Ampro. "Customers now get even more support to get EPIC-based medical, industrial and instrumentation products rapidly to market. ReadySystem products provide a complete, flexible, yet inexpensive solution that meets the requirements of many computer system customers."
Ampro ReadySystem computers are designed for wall-mount and desktop applications. In addition, rack mount ears are available for both enclosures, enabling the use of inexpensive computers in a high density rack environment.

ReadySystem computer Quick Start Kits are available now and come complete with DC power converter and all cables and necessary hardware. The ReadySystem 1U, 2U, ATX are available now. Prices start under $977 in small quantities.