MPC-425 Mobility PC Small Fanless Computer

MPC-425 Front View

Mobility PCs are small desktop computers, that are a fraction of the size of a traditional desktop PC. This makes them the perfect choice for use in any area where space is constrained. Their small size, computing power, features, robust design and thermal efficiency allow them to be used in a vast range of applications.

The MPC-425 is a fully fanless integrated desktop PC. It uses an Intel Celeron M processor running at 1.5GHz. It can be configured with up to 2GB of RAM and uses a standard 2.5-inch hard disk drives. It includes 3D video, 16-bit audio, 10/100 LAN, an IEEE-1394 Firewire port, three USB 2.0 ports, an RS232 serial port and a parallel port. An optional CD, DVD+CD/RW or DVD+DVD/RW drive can also be fitted.

Drivers are provided for all major Operating systems: Microsoft Windows 2000, XP, Vista and Linux. The included driver CD makes operating system installation totally painless. The MPC-425 is powered from a small autoswitching (110/240 VAC, 50/60 Hz), notebook type, power adaptor.

Because of their small size and design, MPC-425s are also ideal as wall mounted controllers, or fitted in electrical cabinets (used as PCs that don't look like PCs).

Key Applications
  • Car, Truck and Vehicle PC.
  • Industrial system controller.
  • Monitoring, control and data logging.
  • POS PC and Kiosk PC.
  • TV, radio, recording and audiology studios
Key Markets
  • Vehicle and marine computing.
  • Studio.
  • Home automation.
  • Security.
  • POS.
  • Kiosk.
Key Benefits
  • No noise.
  • Complete, full function computer system.
  • Looks like an appliance, not a PC: Low theft / tamper risk.
  • No proprietary components. uses standard processor, RAM and HDDs.
  • Easy mounting.
Key Specification
  • 1.5GHz Celeron M processor.
  • Up to 2 GByte RAM.
  • Intel 855GME/ICH4 chipset.
  • On-board 10/100/1000 LAN, IEEE1394 Firewire, USB 2.0, sound and video.
  • No noise and low power consumption.
  • Windows and Linux operating systems.
  • Small and compact: 155mm wide x 255mm deep x 58mm high.

Specifications

Specifications for the MPC-425 computer are listed below.
Processing  
Processor Intel Celeron M processor running at 1.5GHz.
RAM Two standard 184-pin SO-DIMM DDR400 sockets. Supports up to 2 GBytes of of DDR-400 memory.
256 MBytes, 512 MBytes, 1 GByte, 2 GByte.
System Chipset Intel 855GME North-bridge and ICH4 South-bridge.
BIOS 256/512 MByte Flash ROM. Award BIOS. Green PC and PnP compliant.
Operating System Supplied with drivers for the Windows 2000, Windows XP and Linux operating systems. Windows XP Embedded can be used.
Mass Storage and Media  
HDD One 2.5-inch HDD. Dual Independent ATA-100/66/33 support. Supports up to 4 IDE devices on dual channels.
Optical Drive One internal slim-line optical drive bay with high speed ATAPI-IDE interface for a:
  • 24X CD-ROM drive.
  • DVD + CD-RW combo drive.
  • DVD-RW + CD-RW + DVD combo drive.
Floppy Disk Optional external USB 3.5-inch floppy disk drive or USB memory stick.
Boot Source The MPC-425 can be booted from the following sources:
  • Internal IDE Hard Disk Drive.
  • Internal optical drive.
  • USB pen drive.
  • Internal IDE Flash Drive. This allows for a diskless appliance.
  • External USB optical drive, USB hard disk drive, or USB floppy disk drive.
Audio and Video  
Video Integrated Intel Extreme Graphics 2, 2D/3D graphics processor. Up to 64MB DVMT video memory. Hardware motion compensation for software MPEG-2 decoding (DVD playback). Output on standard 15-pin DB15 video connector.
Sound AC '97 Audio CODEC (Realtek 650).
  • Line (speaker) output, on 3.5mm audio connector.
  • Microphone input, on 3.5mm audio connector.
Standard Interfaces  
Network One Intel Pro 10/100 Mbps high speed Ethernet LAN controller (RJ45).
Serial One RS232 serial port (DB9).
USB Three OHCI-compliant USB2.0 ports.
Parallel One 25-pin Parallel Port. EPP and ECP.
Firewire One IEEE-1394 / Firewire compatible port (Agere FW323). OHCI 1394a 1.1 compliant. Supports up to 400Mb transfer rate.
PS/2 PS/2 Keyboard, on 6-pin mini-DIN connector.
PS/2 Mouse, on 6-pin mini-DIN connector.
Front Panel I/O Ports
  • One USB 2.0 / 1.1 Port.
  • One IEEE 1394 Firewire port.
  • Microphone input, on 3.5mm audio connector.
  • Line (speaker) output, on 3.5mm audio connector.
  • Power-on button.
  • Reset button.
  • Power-on and HDD LEDs.
Rear Panel I/O Ports
  • PS/2 Keyboard connector (6-pin mini-DIN).
  • PS/2 Mouse connector (6-pin mini-DIN).
  • Two USB 2.0 / 1.1 Ports.
  • One RS232 COM port.
  • One 10/100/1000 Ethernet LAN port, on RJ45 connector.
  • Line (speaker) output, on 3.5mm audio connector.
  • VGA port, on standard 15-pin DB15 connector.
  • One DC Power connector.
Management and Monitoring
System Management and Monitoring
  • System and processor temperature monitoring.
  • System voltage monitoring.
  • Fan speed monitoring (3-wire fans). Auto-thermal FAN speed control.
  • AC power fail recovery.
  • Optional watchdog timer.
Power Management ACPI 1.0b compliant with direct power management by the operating system. Wake-on: RTC, USB Keyboard, Modem, LAN, PS/2 Keyboard and PS/2 Mouse.
Physical Characteristics  
Dimensions 155mm Wide x 255mm Deep x 58mm High (excluding feet).
Weight Computer unit weight: 2.5 kg (fully equipped). Mains power adapter weight: 500g. Mains power cable weight: 200g.
Shipping Shipping dimensions: 314mm wide x 180mm deep x 210mm high. Shipping weight: 4 kg.
Ambient Temperature Operating: 0°C to +45°C.
Storage: -10°C to +65°C.
Humidity 15% to 90% RH, non condensing.
Certification CE, FCC, C-tick.
Power  
Power Supply Input: Universal 100 VAC ~ 240 VAC, 50 / 60 Hz.
Output: 12 VDC 60W max.
    Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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Ordering options

All MPC-425s are made to order. Because of the large number of different configuration options, we do not have specific ordering codes. To obtain a quotation, use the list below as a guide, and send us an email specifying the configuration to be quoted.
Option Configuration
RAM 256MB, 512MB, 1GB, 2GB
HDD HDD options are:
  • One 2.5-inch hard disk drive. Possible drive sizes range from 80GB up to the maximum available. Standard drive speed is 5,400 RPM. Some capacities are available with 7,200 RPM. For most applications 5,400 RPM is ample.)
  • Flash IDE Drive. Possible drive sizes range from 512MB to over 8GB.
Internal Optical Drive
  • CD-ROM Drive (24X CD read).
  • DVD + CD-RW Combo Drive (24X CD read, 8X DVD read, 8X write).
  • DVD + DVD/CD-RW Combo Drive (24x CD read, 8x DVD read, 8x write).
Operating Systems and Software Motium can supply the MPC-425 with operating system licences and the O/S pre-installed. We can also supply it pre-installed with your standard operating environment. Minimum order quantities may apply.
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