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For early computers, the XP install disc or recovery disc came with service pack 1 or 2. Unfortunately, Windows XP’s latest and last version is Service Pack 3.   People who format and reinstall XP run into various problems because of this Service Pack issue.  This biggest issue is that an installation ID can not be generated when trying to re-register...

A touch screen acts as an interface between humans and computers in an automation control unit. Unlike keyboards or mice, touch screens provide convenience and user-friendly access to receive information from one computer to another. Another example would be a predefined user interface menu program which browses through the touch screen to gain system access to operate particle applications, like...

With the power of a modern industrial PC and the convenience of a touchscreen, Acnodes’ panel PCs are rugged, and provide various industries – including harsh working environments such as the food service industry, and the medical industry – with reliable, high-performance computing technology solutions. Acnodes’ panel PCs include fanless computers with touchscreen sizes up to 21.5 inches, waterproof computers...

Locate jumper (JP1) inside the internal embedded system board.   Once JP1 has been located, you will need to remove the jumper from the two pins. This will enable AT power mode (auto power) for the FES8621. The figure below shows the area of the board where JP1 is located. To enable auto power on, remove the jumper from JP1. Auto...

IPCs (Industrial Personal Computers) are different from regular PCs because of its environmental characteristics. These computers have shock absorption, moisture resistance, dust/water resistance, a wide range of working temperatures, anti-electromagnetic interferences, and the ease of access for expansion slots. In other words, the IPC achieves industrial requirements for long term reliability and stability control platforms.  Some examples of an IPC...

Are the 24VDC options from our Panel Mount monitors compatible for aircraft use? We have come across several questions regarding our 24VDC Options on our Panel Mount monitors.  There seems to be some confusion on whether it works on an aircraft power supply.  As it stands, aircraft power output is 28V.  A vast majority of modern day aircrafts are powered...

Intel Atom Processor became very popular when it was installed into netbooks and mobile internet devices, and is the leading brand known for ultra-low-voltage and less heat. The processor itself is a success – it is affordable, consumes very little power, and it is sufficient for its target market. Intel is now continuing to expand their selections, aiming for nothing...

When we think of the word multi-touch, we often think of our cell phones or tablets. The newest innovation is the brand new line of open panel mount computers that now have the multi-touch function. What this function does is it gives the user the ability to register multiple points of contact made on the surface of a touch screen...

KVM is an abbreviation for keyboard, video and mouse and is a device that allows a user to control multiple computers from one keyboard, video, mouse, or monitor. The number of CPUs or servers that the user can control is dependent on the amount of ports that are on the KVM switch. Some KVM switches allow control of two to...

What to consider when purchasing a new Rackmount monitor? Rackmount LCD monitors are space saving, compact racks that provide users with crystal clear picture quality in two different styles; directly mountable or in a rack drawer that allows the monitor to be pulled out and lifted up. Rackmount Monitors with the flip-up design include adjustable brackets, a built in LCD...