Description
Motorola MVME260E
Technical Specifications
- Microprocessor: PowerPC MPC604 at 333 MHz or 400 MHz.
- Memory: Up to 512MB ECC DRAM.
- Storage: 9MB Flash memory with battery-backed NVRAM.
- Power: +5Vdc, +12Vdc, -12Vdc standard VME power rails.
Functional Features
- Enhanced Reliability: Improved component selection for extended MTBF.
- High-Speed I/O: 100Base-TX Ethernet and Ultra SCSI support.
- System Management: Comprehensive diagnostic LEDs and hardware reset/abort switches.
Application Scenarios
- Mission-Critical Control: Power plant safety systems and emergency shutdown controls.
- Defense Systems: Military command and control platforms.
- Medical Equipment: Diagnostic imaging and patient monitoring systems.
Performance Parameters
- Operating Temperature: 0°C to 55°C with forced-air cooling.
- Storage Temperature: -40°C to +85°C.
- Reliability: Extended MTBF for continuous operation.
Material Composition
Premium industrial-grade components, multi-layer PCB, and sealed battery-backed NVRAM.
Structural Characteristics
- Form Factor: Double-high 6U VMEbus.
- Dimensions: IEEE 1014-87 compliant VME 6U footprint.
Working Principle
The MPC604 processor manages system resources through integrated cache and ASIC-based bus controllers, utilizing DMA for high-speed data transfers across PCI and VME buses.
Installation Requirements
- Install in a ventilated 6U VME chassis with forced-air cooling.
- Ensure proper mechanical retention and backplane grounding.
Usage Precautions
- Strict ESD compliance required.
- Verify power supply capacity before installation.
- Monitor diagnostic LEDs for system health indication.




