EKF has introduced the SP1-BANJO peripheral board for CompactPCI serial systems. The board has a front panel situated ExpressCard slot that allows flexible system expansion by an ExpressCard I/O or storage module. The push-push mechanics accommodate either an ExpressCard/54 or an ExpressCard/34. ExpressCard technology allows installation and removal of modules on the fly without prior system shutdown. The peripheral board is suitable for PCI Express and USB-based ExpressCards.
In addition, the peripheral board is equipped with an Micro SATA (serial advanced technology attachment) connector, for attaching an on-board 1.8inch SATA solid-state disk. Furthermore, the peripheral board is provided with a front panel Gigabit Ethernet jack.