Rousset, France – Atmel has just released a version of the Linux v2.6.27 release for its ARM9-based AT91SAM9 family, which includes the 400 MHz AT91SAM9G20.

The Linux distribution is available from Atmel's AT91SAM Linux portal at www.linux4sam.org. It includes the complete Linux v2.6.27 kernel, the Linux patch for the AT91SAM9G20-EK, device drivers, pre-built demonstrations and the Angstrom/OpenEmbedded building environment.

Available through Timesys is an embedded Linux ReadyKit for the entire AT91SAM9 series including the AT91SAM9G20. It includes a pre-built Linux kernel, device drivers, a GNU-based cross toolchain, a glibc-based root filesystem complete with selected development libraries, 14 days of technical support and accessto a wide range of support documentation.

To learn more, go to www.atmel.com or www.timesys.com