Description
- Model: GE VME-7807RC-414001
- Brand: GE Fanuc / Abaco Systems (United States)
- Series: VME-7807RC Single Board Computer (SBC)
- Core Function: High-performance Intel-based processor board for VMEbus systems.
- Product Type: VME Single Board Computer (SBC)
- Key Specs: Intel Core Duo 1.2 GHz | 2 GB RAM | Dual Gigabit Ethernet | VME64 Interface
- Processor: Intel Core Duo (L2400) running at 1.2 GHz
- Memory: 2 GB DDR2 SDRAM (Soldered for vibration resistance)
- Flash Storage: 2 GB CompactFlash (via internal socket)
- VME Interface: Tundra Tsi148 (supports VME64, 2eSST protocols)
- Front Panel I/O:
- 2 x 10/100/1000BaseT Ethernet ports
- 1 x VGA Port
- 2 x USB 2.0 ports
- 1 x COM (RS-232) port
- Rear I/O: P2 connector mapping for additional COM, SATA, and USB
- Expansion: Dual PMC sites (PCI Mezzanine Card) for custom I/O
- Operating System Support: Windows XP/7, Linux, VxWorks, QNX
- Watchdog Timer: Programmable multi-stage timer
- Power Requirement: +5 V DC, +12 V DC (Typical VME backplane)
GE VME-7807RC-414001
Application Scenarios & Pain Points
The VME-7807RC-414001 is a workhorse in the defense, aerospace, and high-end industrial sectors. The biggest challenge with these boards today isn’t their processing power—it’s their longevity. Many systems built in the mid-2000s rely on specific Intel architectures that are now “End of Life” (EOL). When a CPU board fails in a flight simulator or a power plant monitoring system, you can’t just buy a modern PC; you need the exact VME mapping and timing that only this board provides.
Typical Application Scenarios:
- Military & Aerospace Simulation Acting as the main computational engine for flight trainers and radar signal processing where VME64 throughput is mandatory.
- Power Grid Monitoring Used in substations for data aggregation and communication bridging between legacy serial devices and modern Ethernet networks.
- High-Precision Semiconductor Manufacturing Controlling lithography or wafer handling robots that require the deterministic timing of a VME backplane.
Case Study: Radar System Restoration
Background: A defense contractor was maintaining a legacy radar array in Southeast Asia. The central processing unit—a VME-7807RC—suffered a catastrophic failure due to a cooling fan malfunction and subsequent overheating.
Problem: The software running the array was a highly customized version of VxWorks 6.x. Moving to a newer generation of SBC would have required a multi-million dollar software porting project and re-certification that would take over a year.
Solution: We provided an exact match VME-7807RC-414001 from our inventory. Because this specific revision (414001) matched their hardware profile, the client was able to simply swap the CompactFlash card from the dead board to the new one and boot the system.
Result: – Downtime: Reduced from a projected 14 months (for software porting) to just 5 days (shipping + installation).
- Cost Efficiency: The cost of the replacement board was less than 1% of the estimated system upgrade cost.
- Reliability: After installation, we assisted the client in optimizing their VME rack airflow to ensure the new module stays within the 60°C operating limit.
GE VME-7807RC-414001
Compatible Replacement Models
| Original Model | Replacement Model | Compatibility | Main Differences | Cost Impact |
| VME-7807RC-414001 | VME-7807RC-413001 | ✅ Direct | 1GB RAM vs 2GB RAM. Check software memory usage. | -10% |
| VME-7807RC-414001 | VME-7807RC (Air-Cooled) | ✅ Direct | Different ruggedization level (conduction vs air). | Similar |
| VME-7807RC-414001 | VME-7810 | ⚠️ Software | Newer Core i7 CPU. Requires driver updates. | +50% |
Decision Support: If your system is mission-critical and you are currently using the 414001 (2GB RAM version), do not “downgrade” to the 413001 (1GB RAM) unless you are certain your application’s memory footprint is small. For most industrial clients, sticking to the exact part number is the only way to guarantee the VxWorks or Linux kernel won’t throw a “Kernel Panic” on boot.
Troubleshooting Quick Reference
| Symptom | Possible Cause | Spare Part Relevance | Quick Check |
| No VGA Output | BIOS/CMOS Battery Dead | ⚠️ Medium | Replace the onboard CR2032 battery; reset BIOS. |
| “VME Bus Error” LED | Address Conflict | ✅ High | Check DIP switch settings on the board vs. your old board. |
| System Boots to Shell Only | CompactFlash Failure | ❌ Low | Try the CF card in a card reader; check for file corruption. |
| Intermittent Reboots | Backplane Voltage Sag | ❌ Low | Measure the 5V rail on the VME backplane with a scope. |
Engineer’s Note: On these GE VME boards, the CompactFlash socket is the most common point of mechanical failure. If the board isn’t booting, check if the card has vibrated loose. Also, if you’re replacing a board, take a photo of the DIP switches. These define the VME base address—if they don’t match your old board, the PLC/Master Controller will never “see” the CPU.
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