High Density FPGA Embeds Transceivers

Touted as the industry’s largest FPGA with embedded transceivers, the EP2SGX130 device, a young member of the Stratix II GX family, allows users to configure multiple protocols on a single device. It features more than 132,000 equivalent logic elements and 20 multi-gigabit transceivers, making it a contender for PCI Express bridging and multiple-port line card applications. Similar to other family members, the FPGA dissipates 6.5W less power than comparable devices and features optimized signal integrity for boards and backplanes using FR-4 materials at distances over 1.25m in length. For further information including pricing and availability, call ALTERA CORP., San Jose, CA. (408) 544-7000.