1/11/2010 -
Arium made available today an embedded Linux distribution targeted to developers using Intel architecture.
Intel’s new small form factor Atom™ motherboards can be very inexpensive, opening up new opportunities in lower cost embedded applications not previously practical on Intel architecture. With increasing dominance of Linux in the embedded OS world, these new opportunities spark a need for specific Linux distributions and tools that meet the requirements of IA embedded development.
AE Linux is a package that is targeted to developers who want a fast and easy solution to run an embedded Linux kernel on their Intel-based platform. This distribution uses the standard Linux build flow and is made from unmodified public distributions so that migration to newer or different Linux components is unencumbered.
The distribution is very lean while providing complete support that may be used for an embedded product. This allows use of a small file system.
A professional programmer can easily install the entire kit and bring up a target in less than one hour. There is no need for the developer to build any host-side, standard tools.
The distribution kit contains everything needed to:
1. Install all cross tools on the development host
2. Build kernel and applications on the host, for the embedded target
3. Test the installation (Sample applications and kernel modules)
4. Install all of the components on the target system making it bootable
Items included are:
1. A complete tool chain to build both kernel and applications. This includes ready-to-run binaries
2. A complete source tree with all make files, et cetera to build a 2.6.29.3 kernel
3. Busy Box 1.14.1 target utility package
4. A complete operational file system image for the target
5. Scripts for operations such as copying a file system image
6. Complete documentation on how to install the kit and get started
The distribution also includes Arium's debug hooks to accommodate a seamless debug environment using Arium JTAG debuggers. Developers can debug from board reset through UEFI, kernel boot, kernel module drivers, and application code. For swift Linux application development, Arium is also introducing a new reference kit. It is based on one of the Essential Series of motherboards from Intel. The board comes with a power supply, DRAM, a XDP connector, and a USB integrated SSD with AE Linux installed. The reference kit is available now from Logic Technology.
About Arium:
Arium, a privately held company headquartered in Tustin, CA, is a supplier of hardware and software development tools for ARM-based processors and AMD- and Intel®-architecture processors. Arium tools are used worldwide to debug software in embedded applications, BIOS, device drivers, and OS kernels. The company is a member of the ARM Connected Community and Intel Embedded Communication Alliance.
Arium is committed to providing the best ARM, Intel, and AMD JTAG In-Circuit Emulators and debuggers available today. Technical support is a paramount priority. Arium's mission is to meet and exceed the needs of hardware and software developers by providing them with the right tools to help them minimize their debug cycle. "We will do this by consistently providing the best development tools on the market at an equitable price to ensure the satisfaction of customers and select corporate partners alike.
About Logic Technology
Founded in 1993, headquartered in Panningen The Netherlands, Logic Technology has become a leader in Europe's embedded market. The unique combination of high-quality products, support and consultancy services is most appreciated by embedded developers. It's this All-Inclusive concept that enables developers to focus on their own key tasks and provides them with a sparring partner in every phase of their project!
Logic Technology’s product offering includes
Code Quality Measurement solutions, such as static code analysis, test automation and MISRA®-C Checkers. Logic’s
Boards & Solutions specialists offer solutions such as boundary scan, computer modules and board supplies. In the field of
Development Tools Logic offers a variety of ARM® & Intel® Tools, debuggers and Eclipse IDE solutions. When it concerns
Software Components Logic Technology has specialist in flash device managers, file systems and UEFI BIOS & bootloaders in house. These time saving products are complemented by a strong focus on technical support, (in depth) Technology Courses, Training and Consultancy Services.