GE VMIVME-017807-414001 350-0001007807-414001 D VMEbus Processor Module

Description

Key Technical Specifications

Product Introduction & Supply Chain Strategy

The GE VMIVME-017807-414001 350-0001007807-414001 D is a VMEbus single-board computer used in industrial control and embedded automation systems. It provides processing and communications capability for legacy GE VME installations that still depend on exact-match replacement hardware.

Buying this as New Surplus is a practical TCO decision for older control platforms. It reduces stock-out risk, shortens recovery time, and avoids the higher cost of emergency sourcing when lead time variability and obsolescence pressure make these boards hard to replace.

Installation & Configuration Guide

Stage 1: Pre-Installation

1. Apply lock-out/tag-out and confirm the system is de-energized.
2. Use an ESD wrist strap and insulated tools.
3. Photograph the board, connectors, jumpers, and cabling before removal.
4. Record BIOS, boot device, and application settings if the board is part of a live system.

Stage 2: Removal

1. Shut down the host system using the approved sequence.
2. Label every cable and module position before disconnecting it.
3. Remove the board straight out to avoid bending VME connector pins.
4. Inspect the backplane, card guides, and connectors for damage or contamination.

Stage 3: Installation

1. Match the replacement board to the recorded original configuration.
2. Reinstall any option modules or storage devices if present.
3. Seat the board evenly into the VME backplane and secure it.
4. Reconnect all cables exactly as documented.

Stage 4: Power-On & Testing

1. Check the supply rails for shorts before energizing.
2. Power up and verify POST, boot media, and Ethernet output.
3. Confirm the operating image and controller software load correctly.
4. Run a controlled functional test before returning the system to service.

VMIVME-017807-414001 350-0001007807-414001 D

VMIVME-017807-414001 350-0001007807-414001 D

Firmware/Software Versions & Upgrade Notes

This board should be matched to the same BIOS, operating system image, and application baseline already validated at the site. In legacy VME systems, the main failure mode is usually a software or boot-image mismatch rather than the hardware itself.

Avoid firmware changes during replacement unless you already have compatibility data and rollback coverage. The safest approach is a like-for-like swap with the existing image and settings preserved.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is this really New Surplus?
A: It should be supplied as New Surplus / Original New, not refurbished. That means traceable legacy inventory rather than a repaired board.

Q: Why is it cheaper than OEM new but not as cheap as refurb stock?
A: New Surplus usually comes from excess inventory, project closeout, or secured distributor stock. That lowers price versus OEM list while keeping a stronger reliability profile than uncertain-condition parts.

Q: Is VMIVME-017807-414001 obsolete?
A: Treat it as a legacy VME spare and check the installed platform’s lifecycle status. If your system still depends on it, keep buffer stock and plan for last-time-buy coverage.

Q: Can I hot-swap it?
A: No, not as a default assumption. VME processor boards should be replaced under a controlled outage unless the site procedure explicitly allows otherwise.

Q: Will my software or settings transfer automatically?
A: No. Record the boot image, BIOS settings, operating system, and application files before replacement. The new board should mirror the original setup exactly.

Q: What warranty terms are typical?
A: New Surplus industrial parts often carry vendor-backed warranty coverage, but the exact term depends on the supplier. Confirm warranty length, return policy, and serial traceability before purchase.