ADLINK NuPRO-598 REV A1 INDUSTRIAL CONTROL MOTHERBOARD
ADLINK NuPRO-598 REV A1 INDUSTRIAL CONTROL MOTHERBOARD
Product Introduction / Overview
The ADLINK NuPRO-598 REV A1 is an industrial-grade full-size PICMG 1.0 single board computer (SBC) designed for mission-critical industrial automation, process control, legacy system upgrades, and high-reliability computing. Built to support Intel processors with a high-bandwidth system bus, the NuPRO-598 combines high processing performance with expansive legacy I/O flexibility.
Featuring an array of onboard serial interfaces, dual Ethernet ports, integrated graphics, and PCI/ISA backplane expansion capability, the NuPRO-598 REV A1 delivers continuous $24/7$ operational stability in demanding industrial environments.
Technical Table
| Parameter | Specification |
| Manufacturer | ADLINK Technology |
| Model / Hardware Revision | NuPRO-598 / Revision A1 |
| Form Factor | PICMG 1.0 Full-Size Single Board Computer (SBC) |
| Processor Support | Intel LGA775 Core 2 Duo / Pentium 4 / Celeron processors |
| Front Side Bus (FSB) | 1066 / 800 / 533 MHz |
| Chipset | Intel Q965 / ICH8 or equivalent industrial chipset family |
| System Memory | Dual-channel DDR2 DIMM slots (up to 4 GB max capacity) |
| Integrated Graphics | Intel Graphics Media Accelerator (GMA) with VGA output |
| Ethernet Controllers | Dual 10/100/1000 Mbps Gigabit Ethernet (RJ-45) |
| Storage Interfaces | 4× SATA II (3 Gb/s), 1× Ultra ATA/100 IDE interface |
| Expansion Bus | PICMG 1.0 (PCI & ISA bus signals via backplane connector) |
| Peripheral Ports | 6× USB 2.0, 2× RS-232 COM, 1× LPT Parallel, PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse |
| Watchdog Timer | Programmable 1–255 sec/min system reset / interrupt trigger |
Environmental Tolerance Conditions
| Parameter | Operational & Environmental Limit |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to +60°C (32°F to 140°F) |
| Operating Humidity | 10% to 90% RH (non-condensing @ 40°C) |
| Vibration Tolerance | 0.5 Grms, 5–500 Hz, random (operational) |
| Shock Resistance | 10 G peak acceleration, 11 ms duration, half-sine wave |
| EMC / Safety Certification | CE class A, FCC Class A certified |
Operating Instructions
Pre-Installation & ESD Handling
Electrostatic Protection: Always wear a grounded ESD wrist strap before touching the motherboard or memory modules.
Backplane Insertion: Align the NuPRO-598 REV A1 with the guide rails of a PICMG 1.0 compliant passive backplane. Press firmly until the golden finger connectors seat completely into the PCI/ISA slots.
Power Connection: Verify that the backplane ATX or AT power supply wiring harness provides stable +3.3V, +5V, +12V, and -12V DC power lines.
Initial Configuration & System Boot
BIOS Access: Connect a PS/2 or USB keyboard and VGA display monitor. Power on the system and press the Del or F2 key during POST to enter the Award/AMI BIOS setup utility.
Storage Mode Setting: Set SATA mode to IDE or AHCI depending on whether your operating system is legacy (Windows XP/WES2009) or modern (Windows 7/10/Linux).
Watchdog Timer Configuration: Enable the onboard hardware watchdog timer in BIOS or via system software API to trigger an automatic reboot if the OS crashes.
Fault Diagnosis
Warning: Before performing hardware diagnostics, disconnect primary AC power from the industrial chassis enclosure.
| Symptom / Fault | Possible Root Cause | Diagnostic & Corrective Action |
| System does not boot (No POST, Fans don’t spin) | Power supply failure or poor PICMG backplane seating | Check backplane DC power voltages. Unseat and firmly re-seat the SBC in the PICMG slot. |
| Continuous Beeping during POST | Memory initialization failure | Remove DDR2 RAM modules, clean contact pins with isopropyl alcohol, and test one module at a time. |
| System freezes or reboots under heavy load | CPU overheating or thermal paste degradation | Inspect CPU fan operation. Clean heatsink dust and replace thermal compound on the processor socket. |
| Ethernet LEDs remain OFF when cable connected | Driver mismatch or port speed negotiation issue | Verify link LEDs on RJ-45 jack. Check BIOS for disabled onboard LAN controllers; update network drivers in OS. |
| Watchdog Timer triggers constant reboots | Software loop timeout or unhandled exception | Check application log files; ensure watchdog heartbeat pulse is periodically cleared by system control software. |
Related Models of the Same Series
The NuPRO Series by ADLINK includes several PICMG 1.0 and PICMG 1.3 industrial single-board computers configured for different computing eras and slot architectures:
NuPRO-E42: PICMG 1.3 system host board supporting 8th/9th Gen Intel Core processors for modern high-performance control systems.
NuPRO-E315: PICMG 1.3 System Host Board (SHB) with LGA1150 socket supporting 4th Gen Intel Core i7/i5/i3 CPUs.
NuPRO-935A: Full-size PICMG 1.0 SBC supporting Intel Core 2 Duo and Quad processors with dual Gigabit LAN.
NuPRO-852: Legacy PICMG 1.0 board designed for Intel Pentium M / Celeron M processors, ideal for legacy ISA/PCI slot equipment.
NuPRO-730: Industrial PICMG 1.0 board equipped with Socket 370 / Pentium III architectures for classic industrial field retrofits.
Storage Conditions
To preserve electronic component integrity and prevent solder joint oxidation during long-term storage, adhere to the following environment requirements:
| Condition | Recommended Storage Parameter |
| Storage Temperature | -20°C to +80°C (-4°F to 176°F) |
| Storage Humidity | 5% to 95% RH (non-condensing) |
| Packaging Protocol | Store sealed inside moisture-barrier anti-static bags (ESD shielding packaging) with desiccant packs. |
| Shelf-Life Precautions | Maintain atmospheric temperature control; avoid direct exposure to corrosive gases, dust, or moisture condensation. |