XFIA Server

client: Wingspeed

The Wingspeed XFIA Server is a windows based, aircraft grade file server running on an EMX SBC with a 1.6 GHz Pentium M processor housed in a 4MCU chassis. The unit includes a 4 disk RAID 1 array, 2GB Flash drive, an 11-channel 429 bus, an 8-port Ethernet hub, and a removable battery backup. Cooper Perkins designed the system architecture, custom heat sinks, specified all the COTS components, designed the 100 Watt power supply, filter boards.  The system also integrates a unique system control board that continuously monitored temperature, humidity, pressure, and acceleration with a separate 16-bit micro-processor. The unit recently passed FAA DO160 environmental testing up to 25,000 feet (next revision to 50,000 feet).