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Dec.1998/Jan.1999 Vol.10
 
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Networked Schools Bring the Future to the Classroom

Advantech is pleased to be a part of the solution for a computer-based pilot program developed in the US for several school systems by a US-based company. Providing a part of the rainpower involved in this project: Advantech embedded Biscuit PC, the PCM-4823.

PC's are Making Books Obsolete

This company has created a system in which books have become virtually obsolete. Instead, students, armed with their own personal notebook PC , are connected to a main server via an access point from which all student materials can be downloaded for realtime lesson use or for later use at home as part of their homework assignments.

How This Solution Works

Each ired classroom includes four access nodes, each of which is located on a ceiling corner of the room. To access this node, students merely have to have their machines turned on and pointed roughly towards the access point, which houses the CPU and IRDA, or infrared data acquisition device.

Solution Makes Computing-sense for Students

The advantages of implementing such a system are several: besides not having to carry around heavy books, students are now provided with electronic materials which the school provides; additionally, more control can be exercised over course content and syllabi. Students benefit by not only being able to easily access materials, but they also develop vital computing skills.

Advantech's PCM-4823 Provides the "Brainpower"

Advantech half-size biscuit PCM-4823 - with a robust 5x86-133 CPU and Ethernet on board - is embedded in each access node. Together with its extremely small size (perfect for such a limited space as the IRDA access node), and its low cost, Advantech PCM-4823 suits the job perfectly.

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Further Possibilities for the PCM-4823

Advantech participation in future educational projects is guaranteed with the continued success in application opportunities such as this one. Extended application possibilities also exist in other environments as well. For instance, the PCM-4823 can be installed in IRDA devices in offices to save on wiring, and on factory floors where wiring can be dangerous and expensive.

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By buying Advantech products, the customer not only has access to a wide range of product lines, but also a 15-year reservoir of knowledge and experience with industrial computers and systems integration. Advantech is willing and able to assist with BIOS customization, LCD services, and OEM/ODM orders. Call today to see how we can help you.

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