Motorola MVME2604-3321

Product Brief The MVME2604-3321 is an entry-level model in the MVME2604 33xx series, featuring a 333 MHz MPC604e processor with 16MB ECC DRAM and 9MB Flash memory. It utilizes the MVME761 I/O transition module and a VME Scanbe front panel. This model provides an economical entry point into the 333 MHz PowerPC performance tier while maintaining the full feature set of the MVME2604 family.

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Description

Motorola MVME2604-3321

Technical Specifications

  • Processor: 333 MHz Motorola PowerPC 604e 32-bit microprocessor
  • L2 Cache: 256KB
  • Memory: 16MB ECC DRAM
  • Flash Memory: 9MB
  • VMEbus Interface: VME64
  • I/O Transition Module: MVME761
  • Front Panel: VME Scanbe

Key Features

  • 333 MHz MPC604e for high-performance computing
  • 256KB L2 cache for reduced memory latency
  • 16MB ECC DRAM with error correction
  • 9MB Flash for firmware and OS storage
  • MVME761 I/O transition module support
  • VME Scanbe front panel
  • PowerPlus Architecture optimization

Application Scenarios Small-to-medium industrial control systems, embedded network devices, data acquisition systems, military communication terminals, automation test equipment

Performance Parameters

  • Processor Clock: 333 MHz
  • L2 Cache: 256KB
  • Memory: 16MB ECC DRAM
  • Flash: 9MB
  • Bus: VME64
  • Front Panel: VME Scanbe

Material Composition Industrial-grade PCB with Motorola-specified components. Gold-plated VME connectors. Scanbe front panel constructed from durable metal.

Structural Characteristics 6U VME board with Scanbe front panel and handles. LED status indicators on board. P2 connector for MVME761 transition module interface.

Working Principle The 333 MHz MPC604e executes PowerPC instructions with 256KB L2 cache support. Motorola ASICs manage VME64 bus protocols and optimize data flow between processor, memory, and I/O subsystems.

Installation Requirements Standard VME64 chassis. MVME761 transition module requires functional P2 connector. Verify 16MB memory is sufficient for target application before deployment.

Usage Notes 16MB memory may be limiting for some modern applications. Evaluate memory requirements carefully. Monitor Flash memory usage for firmware updates.