Tooled for demanding storage and networking applications, the 440SP processor delivers speeds up to 667 MHz and executes up to two instructions per cycle. The device employs a PowerPC Book E architecture and a two-way crossbar variation of the IBM
Tooled for demanding storage and networking applications, the 440SP processor delivers speeds up to 667 MHz and executes up to two instructions per cycle. The device employs a PowerPC Book E architecture and a two-way crossbar variation of the IBM CoreConnect high-speed processor local bus. Other features include three PCI-X DDRI/II (133/267) ports, a DDRI/II memory controller, I20 messaging with two-channel DMA controller, an XOR function for parity generation and checking, and a 10/100/1000 Ethernet port. For further information and price, call APPLIED MICRO CIRCUITS CORP., San Diego, CA. (800) 935-2622.