Advanced Technology for Imaging and Industrial Control Applications

General Description

The AMCC PowerPC 405EP 32-bit RISC processor is designed to provide a flexible, fast time-to-market hardware solution to satisfy the demands of high- performance embedded applications. Implemented in the scalable PowerPC Architecture™, the 405EP processor maintains code compatibility with other PowerPC processors for ease in migration and fast time-to-market. An optimized balance of performance, low power, and features makes the PowerPC 405EP an ideal solution for communication, data storage, and pervasive computing applications.

The 405EP processor supports speeds of up to 333MHz and incorporates a rich mix of features, such as two Ethernet MACs, a PCI interface, an SDRAM Controller, and other on-chip peripherals. In addition, power management features, a small form factor, and low power consumption make the AMCC 405 processor family an ideal platform for applications ranging from networking to video.

Highlights

• Delivers up to 333MHz performance and a rich mix of features for Internet and communication products
• Contains two Ethernet MACs to enhance integration and simplify board design
• Offers Packet Reject external interface and counters to enhance network management
• Includes on-chip SRAM with single-cycle access for faster processing in data-intensive applications, such as routers and switches
• Supports full application-code compatibility with all other PowerPC® processors for seamless migration
• Uses the award-winning 64-bit IBM CoreConnect™ high- performance on-chip bus