Maple Systems has announced the addition of Panel PCs preloaded with Microsoft® Windows® XP Professional to their affordable line of operator interface products. With 8", 10" 15" and 17" touchscreen displays, Maple Systems' Gold Series Panel PCs are extremely affordable – the 8" PC108A is just $2,095 and includes a 40 Gig hard drive, 256MB SDRAM, Windows XP operating system, Ethernet/Serial ports, USB ports, CompactFlash port and a host of other standard features.

A new gold standard in industrial computing - Maple Systems' Gold Series Panel PCs provide a rugged and reliable solution for industrial control. The NEMA4 anodized aluminum front bezel and steel enclosure ensures each Gold Series Panel PC is built to withstand the harsh environments of today's industrial automation systems.

"With the addition of the Gold Series Panel PCs, our customers have more operator interface choices than ever before," says Sam Schuy, VP of Sales at Maple Systems. "Now we have an affordable operator interface alternative for every application – from simple alphanumeric displays to full-featured Panel PCs."

Hardware upgrades are available for Gold Series Panel PCs, including processor and memory upgrades, compact flash slots and an optional CD/DVD R/W drive. Systems can be further expanded by attaching USB plug and play accessories such as a keyboard or mouse. Most PLCs and controllers can be attached to the COM ports or through an Ethernet port. A parallel printer port is available and audio line in/out allows for attachment of speakers and a microphone.

Gold Series Panel PCs can be configured with Maple Systems' operator interface software, WebStudio, an affordable and high-function operator interface software package.

As with all other Maple Systems operator interface products, the Gold Series is highly affordable, with displays starting at just $2,095. When combined with technical support and customer service from operator interface experts, the Gold Series is one of the best Panel PC values available on today's market.

For more information about the Gold Series, WebStudio, or any of Maple Systems' other powerful and affordable operator interface products, contact Maple Systems at 425.745.3229 or visit them on the web at www.maplesystems.com.