Kontron Introduces new embedded module, the Kontron® X-board®, based on the Intel® IXP425 Network Processor

Deggendorf, Germany September 03, 2002 - After DIMM-PC® and ETX, Kontron Embedded Modules formerly known as JUMPtec AG, introduces its third open-standard module. The new Kontron® X-board® modules address the classic "build-not-buy market". In addition to the well-known "x86" compatible designs, the Kontron X-board is targeted to utilize other CPU platforms.

The Intel® IXP425 network processor, which is based on Intel® XScale® Technology, provides low power consumption and high performance for embedded communications applications. Offering numerous interfaces for the communication and automation needs, the Kontron X-board based on the Intel IXP425 network processor, will allow OEM customers to get a head start using a ready to design solution from Kontron Embedded Modules.

"Kontrons line of X-board products using the Intel IXP425 network processor offers performance, integration and other features that make it ideal for the embedded market segments Kontron serves," says Steve Price, general manager of Intels Integrated Access Business Unit.

Stepping into the world of "non x86" CPU architectures, the Kontron X-board targets applications such as Man-Machine-Interfaces, Print-Servers, Security and surveillance systems, VoIP routers, and gateways. The module concept allows engineers to use a stable, software-supported core for the embedded application. This allows fast time to market and minimizes design risk. A rich set of tools and drivers for operating systems such as Windows®CE.net, Linux, or VxWorks* will further enhance the success of the embedded application designers.

"The market segments Kontron serves have requirements in terms of integration, power consumption and performance that can be very well served by our Intel IXP425 based Kontron X-board line of products", indicated Hans Muehlbauer, COO of Kontron and founder of Jumptec. " We believe our Intel IXP425 based solutions will open new market opportunities in the embedded networking and communication segments".

The Kontron® X-board® using the Intel IXP425 network processor is planned to be introduced into the embedded world by early 2002. A development system and Windows®CE.net support offering, is planned to be available by the product launch.

About Kontron
Kontron is a leading global embedded computer technology company. Kontron supplies a diversified customer base of OEMs, system integrators and application providers in the communications, automation, transportation, medical, military, aerospace, test and measurement, and encryption security markets. The company helps its customers to considerably reduce their time-to-market and to gain a competitive advantage with products including high-performance open computer platforms and systems, single-board computers, man-machine interfaces and mobile computers. Kontron employs over 1100 people worldwide and has manufacturing facilities in Europe, North America and Asia Pacific. Kontron is a member of the Intel® Applied Computing Platform Provider Program (ACPP Program). The company is listed on the German Neuer Markt stock exchange under the symbol "KBC".
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Contact Information:

Europe:
Kontron Embedded Modules
Matthias Huber
Product Manager - Embedded Components Division
49 991 37024 - 647
Matthias.Huber@jumptec.de

Americas:
Kontron America, USA
Jennifer Hanson

Marketing Communications Manager
1-858-677-0877 X 3243
Jennifer.hanson@us.kontron.com

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