The PCI9060REV2 is a 32-bit, 33 MHz PCI Local Bus Target/Master I/O Accelerator. It serves as a highly integrated solution for interfacing a wide range of host processors and peripheral devices to the PCI bus. This versatile chip is designed to simplify the development of PCI-based add-in cards and embedded systems. The Broadcom PCI9060 family is known for its robust performance and reliability in demanding industrial and commercial applications.
Applications
- Data Acquisition Systems
- Industrial Control Systems
- Communication Cards (e.g., Ethernet, Serial)
- Embedded PCI Solutions
- High-Speed I/O Applications
Features
- Full PCI Target/Master capability
- 32-bit PCI bus interface
- Supports 33 MHz PCI clock
- Integrated DMA controller
- Local bus interface with flexible address decoding
- Supports a variety of local bus devices
- Interrupt generation and handling
- On-chip EEPROM interface for configuration storage
Benefits
- Simplifies PCI interfacing for various devices
- Reduces development time and cost
- Improves system performance with DMA support
- Offers a flexible solution for different I/O requirements
- Enhances system reliability with integrated features
- Provides configurable options for diverse applications
The PCI9060REV2's integrated DMA controller significantly improves data transfer rates between the PCI bus and the local bus. The flexible local bus interface allows designers to connect a variety of peripherals, including memory, UARTs, and custom logic. The on-chip EEPROM interface enables easy configuration storage, eliminating the need for external configuration devices. Its robust architecture makes it suitable for industrial environments requiring reliable and high-performance I/O connectivity.