Email Us    US: 1·800·36·PC104    Worldwide: 1·650·810·2500
<- Previous:  Overview
catalog: Software Development Kits
Next:  Windows CE.NET ->

CONTENTS
Supports all Diamond Systems CPU boards
2.6 Kernel
CD-ROM with Flash Linux Image
Storage options include Flashdisk and hard drive
ONLINE SUPPORT
See discussion topics
Read the FAQ
Request information about this product
Request tech support
DOWNLOADS
Linux Development Kit User Manual
(.pdf, 111.6 kb)
DK-Linux-COM Contents
(.pdf, 9.9 kb)
DK-Linux-FD32 Contents
(.pdf, 9.6 kb)
DK-Linux-HD80 Contents
(.pdf, 15.3 kb)
Linux Development Kit Datasheet
(.pdf, 140.9 kb)

Linux Development Kit

CPU Board and Accessories bundle


Linux

Description
Configurations
Get an online quote

Linux

Pre-configured Linux ready to boot and run
Compact – 12MB file size, 3MB RAM
Lightweight, rugged, low-cost flashdisk storage
Quick start– just install flashdisk and boot
Slackware 2.6 kernel
Minix file system with Lilo bootloader

Diamond Systems’ Flash Linux provides a quick-start compact Linux environment based on the Slackware 2.6 kernel. It is preconfigured for our embedded CPU boards and includes our Universal Driver for I/O programming. It is available both as a binary image that can be loaded onto a flashdisk module, or a pre-loaded flashdisk, that you can install on your CPU board and power on for immediate operation. Flash Linux utilizes the Minix file system for enhanced file protection during power loss or improper shutdown, and the Lilo bootloader for a quick 15 second boot time.

The CD includes binary images of the flashdisk files that you may copy freely onto your own flashdisks.

The 80GB hard drive is pre-loaded with a current desktop Linux distribution, including a full set of software development tools ready to run. This can be used to create an instant development system running on the target CPU, so you can develop application code and run it immediately on the same system.


Kit Model No. DK-LINUX-CD DK-LINUX-FD32 DK-LINUX-FD128 DK-LINUX-HD80 DK-LINUX-COM DK-LINUX-02
Flashdisk   32MB 128MB   32MB  
ACC-IDEEXT      
CD or Download CD CD CD CD CD  
80GB Hard Drive      
ACC-HDDMOUNT      






CD-ROM with Flash Linux distribution. Also ships with all kits below.



32MB or 128MB Flashdisk Module (left) with Flash Linux pre-installed; includes IDE accessory board (right).



80GB hard drive (left) with full Linux pre-installed; includes hard drive mounting board (right).



Combination kit, includes all items above.

Description

Our Linux Development Kit offers you a pre-built and ready-to-use "Flash Linux" distribution with a file size of only 10MB and a super-low RAM requirement of only 5.5MB. Flash Linux is designed specifically to run on a solid-state flashdisk on any Diamond Systems' CPU board. It enables you to build a completely solid-state Linux-powered embedded computer that boots in just 15 seconds. It includes the Minix file system and Lilo bootloader.

Flash Linux is based on the version 2.6 Linux kernel. It incorporates several improvements and features that make it ideal for use with our CPU boards:

Console Redirection lets you communicate with the CPU over a serial port (ASCII display mode only). All keyboard and display data is transmitted over the serial port, saving the cost of a video board and giving you maximum flexibility in communicating with the CPU. You can connect any computer running a terminal emulator program (such as HyperTerminal) to the CPU board via a null modem cable and control the system as though you had an actual keyboard and monitor.

Ethernet Autodetect lets Flash Linux detect and configure a CPU board's Ethernet circuit automatically, so you don't have to install or configure an Ethernet driver.

Improved USB Support allows you freedom to connect more USB devices, such as cameras and printers, in addition to mice and keyboards.

Universal Driver Software is pre-installed, so you can control the data acquisition circuitry on the CPU board.

Configurations

The Linux Development Kit comes in these versions:

  • A CD-ROM version, containing our Flash Linux files and instructions for installation and duplication. Select this version if you already have a flashdisk module and a CPU board, and you just want to add Flash Linux to your system.


  • A 32MB or 128MB IDE Flashdisk Module (model FD-32 or FD-128) that mounts directly onto the CPU board, with Flash Linux pre-installed and ready to boot. Select this version if you are purchasing a flashdisk for the first time. This version includes the Flash Linux CD-ROM (above) and an accessory board that enables simultaneous use of both the flashdisk and an IDE drive with the CPU board. 40-pin and 44-pin IDE cables are also included.


  • A 80GB 2.5" Hard Drive with a full Linux distribution and the Flash Linux files. The Linux installation includes the latest Linux updates, saving you hours of downloading and installation time. Use this kit to quickly create a full-featured Linux development system with our CPU boards. This kit includes the Flash Linux CD-ROM (above) and an accessory board to mount the hard drive directly onto the PC/104 stack.


  • A Combination Kit that includes all the above items. (see image)


  • A hard drive with a full Linux installation only (no Flash Linux files). This provides an economical way to get started using the latest distribution of Linux quickly without having to spend hours installing the operating system and necessary I/O drivers.

top
Get an online quote

 
Linux Development Kit
available models:
DK-LINUX-FD32
32MB IDE flashdisk module with Flash Linux installed; includes CD-ROM and IDE accessory board
DK-LINUX-FD128
128MB IDE flashdisk module with Flash Linux installed; includes CD-ROM and IDE accessory board
DK-LINUX-HD80
80GB 2.5" hard drive with full Linux installation, Flash Linux CD, and HDDMount board.
DK-LINUX-COM
80GB HDD with full Linux installation, FD-32 flashdisk module with Flash Linux, CD-ROM, and hardware accessories
DK-LINUX-02
80GB 2.5" hard drive with full Linux installation, ready to connect and run.
DK-LINUX-CD
CD-ROM containing Flash Linux files and instructions for installation and duplication.
DK-LINUX-UPG
Upgrade Flash Linux Development Kit to latest version, CDROM. Free!
Please login or signup for an online quote request.