Bridge your system together with embedded computer

For systems where there is a clear single host device and other processors and accelerators operate as slave devices, embedded computer is a good choice for connectivity. However, for connecting many processors together in more complex systems, embedded computer has significant limitations in topology and support for peer-to-peer connectivity.

Many developers are looking to leverage Ethernet as a solution for connecting processors in embedded computers. Ethernet has evolved significantly in the past 35 years. Similar to the increase in computer processing speeds, its peak bandwidth has grown steadily. Currently available Ethernet Network Interface Controller (NIC) cards can support 40 Gbps operating over four pairs of SERDES with 10 Gbps signaling. Such NIC cards contain significant processing on their own to be able to transmit and receive packets at these speeds.

refer to: http://embedded-computing.com/articles/rapidio-optimized-low-latency-processor-connectivity/#at_pco=cfd-1.0

Protect and control software stored in flash memory

It's been said for every measure, there's a countermeasure, and that's also true for securing code in embedded systems. Sometimes a small device can be just the countermeasure needed to thwart cloning of flash contents.

Many systems use external standard flash memory chip(s) to store the operating program for processors that do not include embedded nonvolatile program storage. This is great because it allows easy flash memory expansion and software modification, perhaps in the manufacturing line as a customer download or during a maintenance operation. The downside is that the OEM loses control over the contents of the flash, potentially allowing unauthorized copies or modification.

It’s not just lost revenue to be worried about, however. If malware is downloaded into a system, the OEM’s reputation might be affected. In the case of systems like medical devices, the OEM might even be exposed to liability concerns.

Refer:
http://embedded-computing.com/articles/protect-control-software-stored-flash-memory/#at_pco=cfd-1.0

About VIA Eden Processor Applications

With its signature fanless operation, the VIA Eden™ processor family targets personal, business, industrial and commercial embedded computing devices that require ultra low power consumption, rock solid reliability and compatibility with standard x86 operating systems and software applications.

VIA Eden Processor Applications

The low power consumption, excellent heat dissipation and leading power efficiency makes the VIA Eden processor ideal for a wide range of compact, quiet devices for the home, office, car, shops, hospitals, public institutions, industrial plants and much.

Secure by Design

VIA Eden processors are helping to herald an era of practical pervasive security thanks to the VIA PadLock Security Engine, the world's fastest x86 security engine in the world featuring the most comprehensive suite of tools for key cryptographic operations.

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http://www.via.com.tw/en/products/processors/eden/