Diamond Spins Linux 2.6.23 SDKs

Diamond Systems Corp., a leading supplier of ruggedized single-board computer (SBC), embedded-ready subsystem (ERS), and I/O expansion modules targeting real-world applications, today launched a series of Linux Software Development Kits (SDKs). Each SDK includes a tiny solid-state IDE “flashdisk” module – preloaded with a Linux OS – that plugs directly into one of Diamond’s SBC or ERS products, ready to boot and run immediately. With all required drivers pre-configured and ready to use, these Linux-bootable flashdisks complement Diamond’s reliable processor modules to create solid-state Linux-based embedded computers.

Each new Linux SDK includes a Linux 2.6.23-based filesystem that’s tailored to work seamlessly with a particular Diamond SBC or ERS product. Standard peripherals supported by preconfigured and preinstalled drivers within the provided Linux image include:

PS/2 mouse and keyboard
RS-232 serial ports
IDE storage devices
Ethernet networking

Additionally, each SDK includes Diamond’s exclusive Universal Driver, which provides support for the associated processor board’s onboard data acquisition functions. Demo programs for analog and digital I/O operation are also included.

Other features of the provided Linux filesystem include: Slackware 2.6.23 Linux kernel EXT3 filesystem Grub version 0.97 bootloader BusyBox version 1.10.4 utilities DHCP, SSH, SCP, FTP utilities GCC version 3.2.3 toolchain including gcc, g++, and gdb Text-only interface (various GUIs can easily be added)