Description
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | GE / VMIC |
| Model | VMICPCI-7806-211000 |
| Part Number | 350-657806-211000L |
| Product Type | Industrial PCI Computer / Processor Board |
| Bus | PCI |
| Product Family | VMICPCI-7806 |
| Processor | Intel Pentium-class, configuration dependent |
| Memory | Configuration dependent |
| Storage | Flash / CompactFlash / hard-disk options, configuration dependent |
| Expansion | PCI expansion capability |
| Interfaces | Serial, Ethernet and other system-dependent I/O |
| Power | 5 VDC-class PCI system power |
| Operating Temperature | System/revision dependent |
| Operating System | VxWorks, Linux and other supported environments, configuration dependent |
| Application | Industrial automation, control, data acquisition, embedded computing |
The available documentation is inconsistent about the exact hardware configuration of this specific -211000L variant. One technical listing identifies it as an industrial PCI single-board computer with an Intel Pentium II processor, 266/333 MHz options, 64 MB–1 GB memory, flash/storage options, two 66 MHz PCI slots, and a -20°C to +60°C operating range. Other listings incorrectly characterize the same part as a generic network module and provide implausible electrical specifications.
Product Introduction
The GE VMICPCI-7806-211000 350-657806-211000L is a VMIC PCI-based industrial computer board intended for embedded control, data acquisition, and industrial computing applications. Unlike a conventional PLC I/O module, the board provides computing resources that can serve as a host processor within a larger control or instrumentation architecture.
The GE VMICPCI-7806-211000 belongs to the VMICPCI-7806 family of industrial PCI boards. Available technical references describe the family as using Intel Pentium-class processors and providing PCI expansion, serial, Ethernet, and other system interfaces. The exact processor, memory, and storage configuration can vary by ordering code, so these parameters should not be assumed from the generic 7806 family designation.
VMICPCI-7806-211000
The GE 350-657806-211000L can be encountered in legacy industrial systems where the computer board is responsible for executing application software, handling data acquisition, communicating with other control hardware, or providing a computing platform for embedded automation functions. Its PCI architecture makes it particularly relevant to systems built around legacy PCI instrumentation and control hardware.
For replacement work, the complete VMICPCI-7806-211000 / 350-657806-211000L identification should be retained. VMIC boards can have different processor, memory, storage, firmware, and I/O configurations under closely related ordering numbers. A replacement that fits mechanically may still fail to boot the original application or support the required peripheral hardware.
Main Features & Field Considerations
Industrial PCI architecture
The board is designed around the PCI ecosystem, making it suitable for legacy embedded systems requiring direct PCI peripheral integration.
Embedded computing capability
The VMICPCI-7806 family provides local processing resources rather than functioning solely as a communication interface. This makes it useful as a host or controller within specialized automation and test systems.
Legacy software compatibility
The operating environment can be just as important as the hardware. Existing systems may depend on specific VxWorks/Linux versions, device drivers, BIOS configuration, or application binaries.
Hardware revision matters
Before replacing a 350-657806-211000L, verify:
- Processor variant
- Installed RAM
- Flash/storage configuration
- BIOS revision
- PCI configuration
- Ethernet/serial interfaces
- Operating system
- Application software
- Board revision
Do not rely on generic online specifications
Several current listings incorrectly describe the as a “network module” and quote values such as 220 VAC input and 50 kHz output frequency. Those descriptions do not align with the available VMIC PCI computer-board documentation and should not be used for engineering decisions.
Typical Applications
Industrial Automation
- Embedded control computers
- Machine control
- Process monitoring
- Legacy automation platforms
Data Acquisition
- Sensor-data processing
- Test and measurement
- Real-time data collection
Embedded Control
- Dedicated industrial computers
- Custom control applications
- PCI-based instrumentation
Test Systems
- Automated test equipment
- Hardware-in-the-loop systems
- Industrial research platforms
Procurement Note
For the GE -211000 350-657806-211000L, I would treat the full ordering number as the primary compatibility reference. The available sources confirm the association between these two identifiers, but online specifications for this legacy board are inconsistent.
Before purchasing a replacement, match the 350-657806-211000L marking, board revision, processor/RAM configuration, installed storage, BIOS, and operating environment. For a running legacy system, preserving the software and firmware environment is often as important as matching the physical board.
