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iBASE FWA6504 Network Appliance
The iBASE FWA6504 Network Appliance is built around an industrial-grade chassis with impact-resistant construction, supporting reliable network performance in demanding environments. It accommodates 4 GbE LAN ports with bypass capability to maintain uninterrupted traffic flow, suitable for industrial, field, or transport network applications. The device incorporates an Intel Atom D2550 processor and supports up to 4GB of DDR3 memory for stable processing power. Engineered to operate across a wide temperature range from -20 6C to 70 6C, the appliance withstands dust, humidity up to 90%, and vibration, ensuring continuous-duty service.
The chassis is sealed and temperature-hardened, meeting CE and RoHS standards, which verify its environmental and safety compliance. The appliance features a full-range 40W power supply and includes TPM 1.2 for hardware-level security, with multiple I/O options like USB 2.0 ports and serial interfaces for deployment flexibility. Its design emphasises durability and consistent connectivity for industrial networks requiring sustained, field-ready hardware.
FWA6504 Features
- Onboard Intel Atom Processor D2550, 1.86 GHz
- 1X Cf Socket
- 1X 2.5" SSD Drive Bay
- 1X Mini-PCI Socket
- 1X Mini PCI-E (USB Signal) Socket
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Product Type
Manufacturer
Ruggedness
Mounting Format
Processor
Country Of Manufacture
Taiwan
Certifications
CE, RoHS compliant
Dimensions
430mm (W) x 216mm (D) x 44mm (H) 16.93"(W) x 8.5"(D) x 1.73"(H)
GbE Ports
4
Humidity
5%-90% Humidity Resistant
CPU
Intel Atom Processor D2550 , 1.86 GHz , 1M Cache
Expansion Slots
1x Mini-PCI, 1x Mini PCI-E (USB signal)
LAN
4x Intel 82583V GbE LAN 1/2 Bypass
LED
Power / Status / Alarm
Memory
1x DDR3 non-ECC SODIMM, 1066 / 1333 MHz, Max. 4GB
No. Of Ports
4 GbE Ports
Ports filter
4
Power Supply
Full range 40W power adaptor
Serial I/O
1x RJ45 console, COM2 pin header
Storage
1x 2.5" HDD drive bay, 1x CF scoket
TPM
TPM 1.2
USB
2x USB 2.0 ports on front panel
VGA
Via pin header (optional)
Operating Temperature
0C~ 45C (32CF~113CF)
Ordering Info
MB966 LGA1156 3450 Networking Motherboard w/ 6 GbE LAN, LAN 1/2 & 3/4 Bypass, 3x SATA II IP327 Riser card for MB966 w/ 1x PCI-E(x8) slots IP328 PCI-E adapter card for MB966 IP329 2-to-2 PCI-e expansion, MB966 VGA4 VGA cable PS2G PS/2 keyboard and mouse cable USB2-7 Dual port USB2.0 cable, 300mm
Processor
Intel
Storage Temperature
-20C ~ 70C (-4CF~158CF)
The iBASE FWA6504 Network Appliance is designed and engineered for use in demanding environments where reliability, durability are essential. The FWA6504 supports a wide range of industries and operational applications.
Common deployment industries include: Defence And Military, Energy and Utilities, Industrial Manufacturing, Marine And Offshore, Natural Resources and Mining, Oil and Gas, Rail And Transport, Security And Surveillance.
Across these sectors, the FWA6504 is typically used in applications such as Emergency Dispatch And Incident Management, Field Data Capture And Reporting, Health, Safety, And Compliance Inspections, Predictive Maintenance And Condition Monitoring, Preventive And Corrective Maintenance, Process Control And Shop-Floor Monitoring, SCADA And Control-Room Access, Secure Communications And Command-And-Control.
These examples demonstrate the versatility of the FWA6504 across both industry sectors and real-world operational use cases. Its suitability extends well beyond the scenarios listed above, making it a flexible solution for a broad range of requirements.
For further information, or to assess whether the FWA6504 is appropriate for your specific application, please contact us.
The iBASE FWA6504 Network Appliance comes with a Standard Manufacturers Limited Warranty + Option To Extend against defects in workmanship and materials, effective from the date of shipment (unless otherwise agreed in writing).
To receive service under this warranty, the eligible product, iBASE FWA6504 Network Appliance, must be presented to RUGGED in the United Kingdom.
For more information about the iBASE FWA6504 Network Appliance or to arrange repairs and services not covered by the warranty, please visit the warranty section on our website.
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