DC192A

Evaluation and demonstration boards and kits make it possible for developers to quickly acquaint themselves with new products and technologies. The DC192A is a kit that Intel Corporation has manufactured in conjunction with Deltec to help developers get up to speed quickly in developing systems with strong power management requirements. The DC192A is ideal for server and embedded computing applications.

Application

The DC192A is a platform for server and embedded application development which require low-voltage power management. It includes the high-performance, low-power Intel Pentium processor M series processor, as well as a complete power management reference platform. It is designed to enable more efficient performance of server and embedded computing applications while using less power compared to traditional solutions. The kits also facilitate the use of Intel\'s advanced low-voltage power management features, including RAPL (Running Average Power Limit) and DTS (Digital Thermal Sensor), which are especially useful in server and embedded applications.

Working Principle

The DC192A provides a complete power management reference platform. It includes a powerful Intel Pentium processor M series processor, power control system-on-chip, and a full complement of Intel chipset and software technologies. This platform allows for the testing and development of several power management features, including RAPL and DTS. RAPL enables a system to automatically adjust its power usage to meet the demands of the applications, while DTS allows for dynamic thermal management.

RAPL is a power management feature that is used to achieve greater energy efficiency in a system. It uses a running average power limit (RAPL) value which can be tuned to provide more efficient and higher performing operation while using less energy. RAPL monitors the average power consumption over a defined period of time, allowing it to quickly throttle down the processor\'s power consumption and boost energy savings when needed.

DTS is an automated power management feature that allows the processor to automatically adjust to thermal conditions. The feature helps ensure that the processor does not exceed its thermal limit, which, if left unchecked, can cause the processor to overheat. DTS allows the processor to automatically adjust its power usage so that it remains within an acceptable range of temperatures.

The DC192A is the ideal platform for developers looking to quickly and easily explore the full potential of Intel low-voltage power management technologies. The kit allows developers to take advantage of both RAPL and DTS in order to maximize performance while minimizing power consumption. This makes the DC192A perfect for server and embedded applications which require efficient power management.