Embedded Linux question

Angel Rodriguez angel at tierrasaltas.net
Mon Feb 11 04:15:54 PST 2008


Hello Susan,

I use a TS-7260 www.embeddedarm.com which without the ethernet active
starts a .5 watts and with a bit of tweaking (which is beyond me) you
can get it down to .25 watts.

Software and gardens, interesting.  I have a 5 acre garden full of
wonderful things.



Sunday, February 10, 2008, 3:21:19 PM, you wrote:

> Hi Folks,

> I have to research the features, etc of a variety of embedded linux 
> distributions/packages.  My company wants to look at switching to an 
> embedded OS for it's devices (they use a home grown one now).  These are
> medical devices, some of which use a battery for power, so the ability
> to put the OS to sleep every 20ms or so is important (to consume as 
> little power as possible, while still monitoring vital signs).

> Does anyone know (or know where I can find out), whether the kernel can
> be put to sleep and re-awakened easily/quickly?

> Any pointers are greatly appreciated.

> --Susan
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