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Atmel Introduces First Trusted Platform Module Development Kit for Securing Non-PC Embedded Applications

Published: 06/09/08
SAN JOSE, Calif., June 9 /PRNewswire/ -- Atmel(R) Corporation ATML announced today an embedded development kit for CryptoController(TM), Atmel's Trusted Platform Module (TPM) for non-PC embedded applications. For the first time, developers will have the ability to easily integrate the security provided by TPMs into embedded designs. This kit simplifies code development for communicating with CryptoController, providing a jumpstart for embedded developers who have little or no experience with TPMs.

Historically, TPMs, microcontrollers that store keys, passwords and digital certificates, have been implemented in PC environments, driven by the Trusted Computing Group (TCG) specifications. The need for higher levels of security has now moved beyond the PC space and includes multifunction printers, gaming, and networking, for example.

The CryptoController kit simplifies embedded system code development for communicating with a TPM. Previously, developers had to have a detailed understanding of trusted platform technology in order to incorporate it into their designs. Now, this kit provides easy to use examples of how to configure and utilize the TPM in the developer's own application. Basic TPM functionality is demonstrated, and source code is provided to enable developers to quickly implement their own security applications utilizing the higher level of security provided by the TPM.

The CryptoController development kit includes a small TPM SMBus module board mounted on an AT90USBKEY board; a standard A to mini B USB device cable; a mini A to receptacle A USB host adapter; 9-Volt battery alternate supply cable; and USB flash drive containing documentation and demonstration software. The USB interface provides trouble free connectivity and flexibility. Designers can initiate code development using any PC to build a hardware root of trust in any embedded system.
Information

Atmel's CryptoController (embedded TPM) product information may be retrieved at http://www.atmel.com/products/embedded/
Availability and Pricing

The CryptoController development kit is available now and is priced at US$99.00.

Portwell PCS-8230 Infotainment System

"Are we there yet?" is a question that most parents would have had to answer throughout their parenting career with kids in tow on a road trip, but that's because back in the 1980s and 1990s, there weren't anything known as the Portwell PCS-8230 car PC infotainment system. This new system is powered by Intel's Embedded Compact Extended (ECX) form factor single board computer (SBC), with an Intel Atom Z510 processor running the proceedings from within. Features include a fanless design for quiet operation, low power output and a compact form factor that makes it fit snugly in just about any four-wheeled vehicle. Other specifications comprise of DVB-T reception support, an integrated FM tuner, Wi-Fi connectivity, two USB ports, and one integrated SDIO socket.

PCS-8230 Intel® Atom Processor Z510 based 1-DIN In-Vehicle Infotainment Platform Car PC, Box PC
Features:
1. Compact size with fan-less design
2. Based on Intel® Embedded Compact Extended Form Factor(IntelR ECX Form Factor) single board computer
3. 6V ~ 24V wide DC Power input
4. DVB-T/FM tuner, WiFi and 3 SDIO sockets integrated
5. Dual-display support (VGA and LVDS)
6. Standard multimedia functions for audio and video
7. TPM(Trusted Platform Module) and UDM(USB-Disk Module)could be added on board
8. Open architecture for easy customization
http://www.portwell.com/products/detail.asp?CUSTCHAR1=PCS-8230